Step 1: Workforce Training Specialist
Before enrolling, your Workforce Training Specialist will talk through your skills, strengths, and career aspirations to ensure our Workforce Development Certificate fits your goals.
Step 2: Student Success Advisors
Our Student Success Advisors are with you throughout your journey. They are your motivational coach, curriculum expert, and are there to help you succeed.
Step 3: Engaging Instructors and Curriculum
Our Workforce Development Certificates are focused on day-one ready skills. They ensure you know everything you need to succeed on the job.
Step 4: Exam Prep
If your Workforce Development Certificate ends in a certification exam, we provide all the proper preparations so you can feel completely ready to tackle the test.
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Do you have a knack for numbers and want to work in a fast-paced health care environment?
Medical Billing & Coding Specialist
This program trains you to become a Medical Billing & Coding specialist, where you’ll learn to process healthcare claims, code medical procedures, and ensure that healthcare providers are reimbursed accurately. This certification opens doors to roles in hospitals, clinics, and insurance companies.
NATIONAL CERTIFICATION:
Certified Billing & Coding Specialist (CBCS)
LENGTH:
4-6 Months
CAREER OUTLOOK:
9% growth by 2033
POTENTIAL SALARY RANGE:
$38,000 - $47,000
ISSUING AUTHORITY:
National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
PROGRAM OUTCOMES:
After completing this program, learners will be able to:
Understand medical terminology and how to build and interpret medical terms.
Know medical specialties and the terms associated with them.
Understand the human body and its interconnected systems.
Communicate effectively in a healthcare setting.
Master medical coding using ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-PCS codes.
* Course enrollment is open to high school juniors and seniors between the ages of 17-18. To sit for the national certification exam students must have a HS diploma or GED and be 18 years of age. Students have 180 days to take the certification exam after completing the program.
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Are you a great organizer and interested in learning about the intricacies of medical offices?
Care Host – Medical Office Assistant
In this certificate program, you’ll learn how to work as a care host or medical office assistant, and master the essential skills needed to manage patient interactions and assist with administrative tasks This program is an excellent steppingstone to a meaningful career in healthcare.
NATIONAL CERTIFICATION:
Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (MAAC), Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
LENGTH:
4-6 Months
CAREER OUTLOOK:
9% growth by 2033
POTENTIAL SALARY RANGE:
$44,000 - $56,000
ISSUING AUTHORITY:
National Healthcareer Association (NHA), National Workforce Career Association (NWCA)
PROGRAM OUTCOMES:
After completing this program, learners will be able to:
Perform administrative tasks in a medical office.
Understand the healthcare environment and their role.
Communicate effectively in a professional setting.
Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
Provide excellent customer service to patients.* Course enrollment is open to high school juniors and seniors between the ages of 17-18. To sit for the national certification exam students must have a HS diploma or GED and be 18 years of age. Students have 180 days to take the certification exam after completing the program.
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Do you want to apply your tech skills to a rewarding career with plenty of opportunities for growth?
Electronic Health Records Management
This certificate program equips you with the skills to manage electronic health records (EHRs), ensuring accurate and secure patient data. You’ll learn how to use EHR systems effectively, preparing you for a variety of roles in modern healthcare facilities.
NATIONAL CERTIFICATION:
Electronic Health Records Management Certification (EHRM), Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS)
LENGTH:
4-6 Months
CAREER OUTLOOK:
9% growth by 2033
POTENTIAL SALARY RANGE:
$57,000 - $66,000
ISSUING AUTHORITY
National Healthcareer Association (NHA), National Workforce Career Association (NWCA)
PROGRAM OUTCOMES:
After completing this program, learners will be able to:
Understand the role of an electronic health record specialist.
Organize, store, and manage health records.
Understand legal requirements related to health records.
Proficiently use EHR software.
Use health record information for claims and reimbursement.* Course enrollment is open to high school juniors and seniors between the ages of 17-18. To sit for the national certification exam students must have a HS diploma or GED and be 18 years of age. Students have 180 days to take the certification exam after completing the program.
- Medical Terminology
- Medical Administrative Assistant
- Pharmacy Technician
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Medical Terminology
Looking to build a strong foundation in healthcare?
Medical Terminology
This Medical Terminology course is designed to equip you with the essential vocabulary used in medical settings, making it an ideal starting point for a career in the healthcare industry. Through clear and concise instruction, you will learn to break down and understand complex medical terms, using prefixes, suffixes, and root words.
NATIONAL CERTIFICATION:
Medical Terminology Certification (MTC)
LENGTH:
2-4 Months
CAREER OUTLOOK:
7% growth by 2033 (for all healthcare support occupations)
POTENTIAL SALARY RANGE:
$36,000-$49,000 (for all healthcare support occupations)
ISSUING AUTHORITY:
National Workforce Career Association (NWCA)
PROGRAM OUTCOMES:
After completing this program, learners will be able to:
Comprehend medical terminology basics including word parts and pronunciation.
Understand anatomical terminology and body systems.
Analyze, pronounce, and spell medical terms.
Understand drug classes, diagnostic tests, and procedures and their associated terms.* Course enrollment is open to high school juniors and seniors between the ages of 17-18. To sit for the national certification exam students must have a HS diploma or GED and be 18 years of age. Students have 180 days to take the certification exam after completing the program.
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Medical Administrative Assistant
Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have exceptional management skills?
Medical Administrative Assistant
This certificate program prepares you for the vital role of a Medical Administrative Assistant, where you’ll manage patient records, schedule appointments, and handle billing and insurance claims. You’ll gain the skills needed to ensure the smooth operation of a medical office, making you an indispensable part of the healthcare team.
NATIONAL CERTIFICATION:
Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA), Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (MAAC)
LENGTH:
2-4 Months
CAREER OUTLOOK:
9% growth by 2033
POTENTIAL SALARY RANGE:
$38,000 - $47,000
ISSUING AUTHORITY:
National Workforce Career Association (NWCA), National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
PROGRAM OUTCOMES:
After completing this program, learners will be able to:
Understand the healthcare industry and the role of a medical administrative assistant.
Know medical history, law, ethics, and specialties.
Understand ethical and legal issues in healthcare.
Communicate effectively in an office with patients.* Course enrollment is open to high school juniors and seniors between the ages of 17-18. To sit for the national certification exam students must have a HS diploma or GED and be 18 years of age. Students have 180 days to take the certification exam after completing the program.
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Pharmacy Technician
Could you see yourself working closely with a pharmacist to ensure the health and safety of patients?
Pharmacy Technician
This certificate program prepares you to become a Pharmacy Technician, where you’ll assist pharmacists in dispensing medications, managing inventories, and providing customer support. It’s an ideal role for those interested in a detail-oriented career in healthcare.
NATIONAL CERTIFICATION:
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT), Pharmacy Technician Associate Certification (PTAC)
LENGTH:
2-4 Months
CAREER OUTLOOK:
7% growth by 2033
POTENTIAL SALARY RANGE:
$38,000 - $43,000
ISSUING AUTHORITY:
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), National Workforce Career Association (NWCA)
PROGRAM OUTCOMES:
After completing this program, learners will be able to:
Understand the differences between retail and hospital pharmacy settings.
Demonstrate ethical conduct in pharmacy practice.
Articulate the laws and regulations governing pharmacy.
Interpret physician orders and prepare medications.
Master pharmaceutical knowledge including terms, calculations, and medication effects.* Course enrollment is open to high school juniors and seniors between the ages of 17-18. To sit for the national certification exam students must have a HS diploma or GED and be 18 years of age. Students have 180 days to take the certification exam after completing the program.
Outlook within the Health Care Industry
“ Overall employment in health care occupations is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations from 2022 to 2032. About 1.8 million openings are projected each year…” (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024).
