Our Programs

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Launch your healthcare career with foundational patient care skills. CNA certification is your gateway to hospitals, nursing homes, and home health agencies.

• ▸Basic patient care and hygiene assistance
• ▸Vital signs measurement and documentation
• ▸Safe patient transfers and mobility support
• ▸Infection control and safety protocols
• ▸Communication with patients, families, and care teams
• ▸Maryland CNA exam preparation

Certified Nursing Assistants work in hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and home health agencies across DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Average starting wage in the DMV is $16–$20/hr with strong demand and clear advancement pathways.

Ideal for anyone entering healthcare for the first time, career changers seeking stable employment, or those who want to build toward LPN licensure.

Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA)

Specialize in caring for elderly patients. GNA certification is required in Maryland for working in long-term care facilities.

• ▸Specialized care for aging adults and dementia patients
• ▸Activities of daily living (ADL) support
• ▸Restorative care and rehabilitation assistance
• ▸Behavioral management techniques
• ▸Maryland GNA state exam preparation
• ▸Long-term care regulations and resident rights

GNA-certified professionals are in high demand at Maryland nursing homes and assisted living facilities. The GNA credential is required by Maryland law for long-term care employment, making this certification essential for the state's growing senior care sector.

Best suited for CNAs looking to specialize in elder care, or new students who want to work specifically in Maryland long-term care settings.

CPR / BLS / First Aid

American Heart Association-aligned training for healthcare providers and the general public. Essential certification for all healthcare roles.

• ▸Adult, child, and infant CPR techniques
• ▸Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use
• ▸Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers
• ▸Choking response and airway management
• ▸First aid for common emergencies
• ▸Two-rescuer CPR and team dynamics

CPR/BLS certification is a prerequisite for virtually every healthcare role and many community positions. Certification is valid for 2 years and required for CNA, GNA, HHA, PCT, and most clinical programs.

Required for all healthcare students and professionals. Also open to teachers, coaches, parents, and anyone who wants to be prepared to respond in an emergency.

Medication Technician

Learn to safely administer medications under nurse supervision in assisted living and long-term care settings across Maryland and Virginia.

• ▸Medication administration rights and safety protocols
• ▸Oral, topical, and eye/ear drop administration
• ▸Medication documentation and error reporting
• ▸Drug classifications and common side effects
• ▸Resident rights and refusal of medication
• ▸Maryland Medication Technician exam preparation

Medication Technicians earn a premium over standard CNA/GNA wages, typically $18–$23/hr in the DMV. This certification is a direct path to increased responsibility and pay within assisted living and long-term care.

Designed for active CNAs or GNAs looking to expand their scope of practice and earn more. Requires a current CNA or GNA certification to enroll.

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Provide compassionate in-home care to patients recovering from illness or managing chronic conditions. One of the fastest-growing healthcare roles in the DMV.

• ▸Personal care and hygiene assistance in home settings
• ▸Meal preparation and nutritional support
• ▸Medication reminders and health monitoring
• ▸Safe home environment assessment
• ▸Documenting patient condition changes
• ▸Working with home health agency care plans

Home Health Aides are among the fastest-growing occupations in the US. The DMV's aging population drives consistent demand, with flexible scheduling and the ability to build long-term client relationships.

Great for compassionate individuals who prefer one-on-one patient care, those seeking flexible scheduling, or CNAs who want to transition into home-based care.

Phlebotomy Technician

Master venipuncture and specimen collection techniques. Phlebotomists are in high demand at hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic labs throughout the region.

• ▸Venipuncture and capillary blood collection techniques
• ▸Specimen handling, labeling, and chain of custody
• ▸Patient identification and safety protocols
• ▸Difficult draw techniques and alternative sites
• ▸Pediatric and geriatric collection considerations
• ▸NHA CPCT or equivalent exam preparation

Phlebotomists work in hospitals, outpatient labs, blood banks, and mobile collection units. Starting wages in the DMV range from $17–$22/hr, with opportunities to advance into lab technician roles.

Ideal for detail-oriented individuals who want a clinical role without a lengthy training commitment. Also a strong add-on for CNAs and PCTs looking to broaden their skill set.

EKG Technician

Learn to perform electrocardiograms and monitor cardiac rhythms. A critical skill set for cardiology departments and urgent care centers.

• ▸EKG lead placement and 12-lead acquisition
• ▸Basic cardiac rhythm recognition
• ▸Holter monitor application and patient instruction
• ▸Stress test preparation and monitoring
• ▸Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
• ▸NHA CEHRS or equivalent exam preparation

EKG Technicians are employed in cardiology clinics, hospitals, urgent care centers, and cardiac rehabilitation facilities. This certification pairs powerfully with CNA or PCT credentials to increase employability and pay.

Perfect for healthcare workers who want to specialize in cardiac care, or students building toward a PCT or cardiovascular technologist career path.

Patient Care Technician (PCT)

A comprehensive multi-skill program combining CNA, phlebotomy, and EKG training — making you one of the most versatile and hireable candidates on the floor.

• ▸Full CNA skill set: patient care, vitals, transfers
• ▸Phlebotomy and specimen collection
• ▸12-lead EKG acquisition and rhythm basics
• ▸Foley catheter care and IV monitoring assistance
• ▸Electronic health record (EHR) documentation basics
• ▸NHA CPCT exam preparation

PCTs are among the most in-demand multi-skilled workers in acute care hospitals. Starting wages in the DMV range from $19–$25/hr. Hospitals actively recruit PCTs for med-surg, telemetry, and emergency departments.

Best for motivated students who want maximum employability from a single program, or healthcare workers who want to consolidate multiple certifications into one credential.

Medical Assistant

Train for both clinical and administrative duties in physician offices, outpatient clinics, and specialty practices across DC, Maryland, and Virginia.

• ▸Clinical skills: injections, EKG, phlebotomy, vital signs
• ▸Administrative tasks: scheduling, billing, coding basics
• ▸Electronic health record (EHR) systems
• ▸Sterilization and infection control
• ▸Patient intake and triage support
• ▸CMA (AAMA) or RMA exam preparation

Medical Assistants work in physician offices, specialty clinics, and outpatient centers. The role bridges clinical and administrative work, offering strong job stability and a clear path to office management or clinical specialization.

Ideal for those who want a versatile healthcare role that combines patient interaction with office responsibilities. No prior healthcare experience required.

Dental Assistant

Enter the growing dental field with hands-on training in chairside assisting, radiography, and infection control. High demand across the DMV metro area.

• ▸Chairside assisting and instrument passing
• ▸Dental radiography (X-ray) techniques
• ▸Infection control and sterilization procedures
• ▸Dental materials and impression taking
• ▸Patient management and communication
• ▸DANB exam preparation

Dental Assistants work in general dentistry, orthodontics, oral surgery, and pediatric dental offices. The DMV has a strong and growing dental market with consistent demand for trained assistants.

Great for individuals interested in dentistry who want to enter the field quickly, or those considering dental hygiene or dentistry as a long-term goal.

Pharmacy Technician

Prepare for PTCE certification and a career in retail, hospital, or specialty pharmacy. A stable, in-demand role with strong earning potential.

• ▸Prescription processing and dispensing
• ▸Drug classifications and common interactions
• ▸Pharmacy law, ethics, and compliance
• ▸Compounding and sterile preparation basics
• ▸Inventory management and insurance billing
• ▸PTCE (ExCPT) exam preparation

Pharmacy Technicians work in retail pharmacies, hospital pharmacies, and specialty compounding facilities. PTCE certification is nationally recognized and opens doors across the entire DMV healthcare system.

Suited for detail-oriented individuals who prefer a structured, lower-physical-demand healthcare role. Strong option for those interested in pharmacology or healthcare administration.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

A significant step up in scope and salary. Our LPN program prepares you for NCLEX-PN licensure and leadership roles in clinical settings.

• ▸Fundamentals of nursing practice
• ▸Medical-surgical and pediatric nursing
• ▸Pharmacology and medication administration
• ▸IV therapy and wound care
• ▸Mental health and maternal-newborn nursing
• ▸NCLEX-PN exam preparation

LPNs earn $50,000–$65,000/yr in the DMV and work in hospitals, long-term care, home health, and physician offices. LPN is also a recognized bridge pathway toward RN licensure.

Designed for CNAs, GNAs, or PCTs ready to advance to a licensed nursing role, or motivated new students committed to a full nursing career.