American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians

Holy Cross Health is Investing in the Future of Health Care and Employees Through Its Career Pathways Program

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

SILVER SPRING, Md., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Holy Cross Health is proud to announce its groundbreaking Career Pathways Program, which provides career advancement opportunities for colleagues in positions requiring a high school diploma or GED. Developed in collaboration with Maryland Physicians Care, this initiative addresses income inequality while promoting retention and career growth within the healthcare system.

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  • Holy Cross Health is proud to announce its groundbreaking Career Pathways Program, which provides career advancement opportunities for colleagues in positions requiring a high school diploma or GED.
  • SILVER SPRING, Md., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Holy Cross Health is proud to announce its groundbreaking Career Pathways Program, which provides career advancement opportunities for colleagues in positions requiring a high school diploma or GED.
  • "In our ongoing commitment to the well-being and professional development of our colleagues, we are thrilled to introduce the Career Pathways Program," stated Doreen Coburn, Chief Human Resources Officer, Holy Cross Health.
  • With generous support from Holy Cross Health Foundation donors and Maryland Physicians Care, the program covers tuition fees and provides additional resources.

New MedCerts Partnership Expands University of Maryland Global Campus’s Healthcare Programming

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

(NYSE: LRN), an education company that provides online and blended education programs, announced a new partnership with University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) that expands its non-credit catalogue to include healthcare and IT programs.

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  • (NYSE: LRN), an education company that provides online and blended education programs, announced a new partnership with University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) that expands its non-credit catalogue to include healthcare and IT programs.
  • According to a recent report , the U.S. will face a shortage of more than 600,000 healthcare professionals by 2025.
  • This new partnership addresses the nation’s healthcare needs and creates opportunities for students looking to get into the field.
  • “MedCerts understands the challenges of continuing education and is dedicated to fostering success in an online environment,” Craig Sprinkle, CEO of MedCerts, said.

New MedCerts Partnership with Lifetime Learning by Ball State Offers Healthcare and Technology Certifications for Adult Learners

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Monday, April 3, 2023

(NYSE: LRN), an education company that provides online and blended education programs, announced a new partnership with the non-credit division of a major public research university; Lifetime Learning by Ball State .

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  • (NYSE: LRN), an education company that provides online and blended education programs, announced a new partnership with the non-credit division of a major public research university; Lifetime Learning by Ball State .
  • Several certificate training programs are now offered in the Lifetime Learning by Ball State catalog, including Phlebotomy Technician, Surgical Technician, Cisco CCNA Network Associate, and Cloud Computing Technician.
  • “At Ball State, we are excited to accelerate opportunity in the healthcare and IT fields,” said Amy Barsha, Assistant Vice Provost of Lifetime Learning by Ball State.
  • “We are pleased that Ball State has chosen MedCerts as a training option for their students,” said Craig Sprinkle, CEO of MedCerts.

Indiana Wesleyan University Grads Set to Fill Healthcare Industry Jobs with New MedCerts Trainings

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023

Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) has partnered with MedCerts , an online certification training provider in allied healthcare and information technology, to offer MedCerts programs to its students.

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  • Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) has partnered with MedCerts , an online certification training provider in allied healthcare and information technology, to offer MedCerts programs to its students.
  • IWU is offering MedCerts’ most in-demand programs to eligible students, including Medical Assistant, Surgical Technologist, Phlebotomy Technician, Medical Billing Specialist, Sterile Processing Technician, Pharmacy Technician, EKG Technician, and Professional Coder.
  • ″We’re excited to partner with IWU to bring this opportunity to their hard-working students,” said Craig Sprinkle, CEO at MedCerts, a Stride, Inc. company (NSYE: LRN).
  • According to the Indiana Hospital Association, the state will need roughly 5,000 nurses by 2031.

University of La Verne Adds Career Readiness Programs in Six In-Demand Medical Fields

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022

LA VERNE, Calif., Oct. 25, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of La Verne is now accepting registrations for six new professional development programs that will help prepare students for in-demand jobs in the medical field.

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  • Those programs include Dental Assistant, Home Health Aide, Medical Assistant, Medical Records Specialist, Patient Care Technician, and Phlebotomy Technician.
  • LA VERNE, Calif., Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of La Verne is now accepting registrations for six new professional development programs that will help prepare students for in-demand jobs in the medical field.
  • Those programs include Dental Assistant, Home Health Aide, Medical Assistant, Medical Records Specialist, Patient Care Technician, and Phlebotomy Technician.
  • Founded in 1891, the University of La Verne is a private, nonprofit, comprehensive institution founded on four core values: lifelong learning, ethical reasoning, civic and community engagement, and diversity and inclusivity.

MAKO Medical Launches ASPT Accredited Phlebotomy Program

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Monday, August 15, 2022

While we are launching this exciting program internally, we hope to offer the program for individuals outside of MAKO in the beginning of 2023.

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  • While we are launching this exciting program internally, we hope to offer the program for individuals outside of MAKO in the beginning of 2023.
  • MAKO team members can sign up for the Phlebotomy course through MAKO University (MAKO U), a career enhancement effort established during this rapidly changing time in health care.
  • MAKO will offer this program at no charge to team members across all MAKO locations.
  • MAKO U has the backing of ASPT, one of the top two phlebotomy certifiers in the U.S.

Unitek Learning Sees Growth and Opportunity in Tucson, Arizona

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Tuesday, March 22, 2022

In addition, Brookline College will offer a free, "Class Pass" program that provides aspiring students with a preview of life on campus.

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  • In addition, Brookline College will offer a free, "Class Pass" program that provides aspiring students with a preview of life on campus.
  • "We are so thrilled to complete this transition in Tucson," said Janis Paulson, Chief Executive Officer at Unitek Learning.
  • Unitek Learning is the parent company of several distinguished learning institutions: Unitek College, Unitek EMT, Eagle Gate College, Provo College, and Brookline College.
  • Equipped with a multitude of sought-after skills, Unitek graduates are prepared to excel in many of the fastest-growing careers in healthcare and nursing.

East Valley Medical College Becomes Sumner College Today

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Wednesday, December 1, 2021

PORTLAND, Ore., Dec. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- It has just been announced that today East Valley Medical College is officially becoming Sumner College.This brings an important, new opportunity to Arizona's healthcare professionals of tomorrow!

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  • PORTLAND, Ore., Dec. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- It has just been announced that today East Valley Medical College is officially becoming Sumner College.This brings an important, new opportunity to Arizona's healthcare professionals of tomorrow!
  • Sumner College, a private college with two campuses located in Portland, Oregon has been dedicated to its' philosophy of "Education with Integrity" for more than 47 years.
  • Joanna Russell, President of Sumner College says, "this expansion brings their uncompromising commitment to providing high quality, career focused education to aspiring medical professionals in Phoenix, and surrounding areas."
  • Sumner College graduates are highly sought after in the medical field because of their high standards for comprehensive medical career training, as well as their students' commitment to high performance standards in the workplace upon graduation.