Mission Statement of the Health Program of Corporate & Continuing Education
The Health Program Division is committed to equipping students with the essential skills, training, and credentials to succeed in the dynamic healthcare workforce. Our mission is to provide focused, short-term programs in fields such as Medical Assisting, Phlebotomy, Biowork Process Technician, Cardiovascular Monitoring, and other health-related disciplines, enabling individuals to enter the workforce efficiently and confidently. Through hands-on training and industry-recognized certifications, we strive to empower students with the practical knowledge and expertise required to excel in their chosen healthcare careers.
LaShonda Turner,
Dean, Health Programs
Health Programs
Attention: Vaccination Information for Health-Related Programs
Vaccinations are not required to enroll in FTCC health-related programs. However, if you are UNVACCINATED, it is possible you may not be able to complete a health-related program. Most of our Health programs require a clinical rotation with an affiliated healthcare provider. Some clinical affiliates and providers require proof of vaccination to participate in clinical rotation. Discussing your vaccination status with the program leaders is strongly recommended if you have questions.
Instant Enrollment Course Tip
When registering for the courses listed below through Instant Enrollment, you can use the following course prefixes to help ease your search:
- BTC – BioWork: Process Technician
- ICV – Cardiovascular Monitor Technician
- DEN – Dental
- PBT – Phlebotomy
- NAS – Nurse Aide
- MED – Registered Medical Assistant I & II
Below is an image of the Instant Enrollment “Course Code Number” search bar.
BioWork: Process Technician
The BioWork certificate program provides foundational skills for a career as a process technician in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing, focusing on the production of chemical and pharmaceutical products.
Program Hours: 140 hours
Cardiovascular Monitor Technician
This course prepares students to become cardiovascular monitor technicians, covering heart anatomy, EKG principles, dysrhythmia recognition, and cardiac monitor operation, including capnography basics. Students will complete online assignments and attend scheduled classes.
Program Hours: 124 hours
Patient Care Technician
The Patient Care Technician program trains students to support healthcare teams in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and dialysis centers. It covers anatomy and physiology, patient pain management, phlebotomy, EKG, and dialysis techniques.
Program Hours: 390 hours
Nurse Aide
The Nurse Aid I and II program at FTCC prepares students to provide personal care and perform both basic and advanced nursing skills for the elderly and adults in various healthcare settings.
| Available Courses for Nurse Aid | |
| CNA I Refresher | Certified Medication Aide |
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Phlebotomy
This course prepares students to draw blood specimens for testing and analysis, equipping them to take the National Phlebotomy Certification Examination upon successful completion.
Program Hours: 258 hours
- Class/Lab: 158 hours
- Clinical: 100 hours
- Hybrid Classes consist of face to face and online instruction
Registered Medical Assistant I & II
The Registered Medical Assistant I & II program prepares students to become multi-skilled front and back office professionals. Upon completing both parts, students will be eligible to sit for the National Medical Assistant examination through AMT.
Program Hours:
- RMA I: 390 hours
- RMA II: 390 hours Class/Lab: 230 hours
- Clinical: 160 hours
Success Stories
Healthcare Programs/Continuing Education Team
Angel Thompson
Instructor – Health Programs
Hannelore Wilburn
Instructor – Health Programs
Elizabeth Bailey
Instructor – Health Programs
