Launch Your Career in Healthcare

This program provides the basic understanding and skills required for nursing assistants working in nursing homes, hospitals, medical clinics, and home care agencies.

Program Structure

• 50 hours of lecture and lab work.
• 40 hours of clinical experience in a skilled nursing facility.

Certification

Upon completion, students are eligible to take a state-administered skills exam at our school and a written exam at a local PSI Testing Center.

Salary Expectation

Graduates can expect to earn a median annual wage of approximately $39,400 (roughly $19 per hour).

Career Outlook

Nursing Assisting is a foundational healthcare occupation with steady demand. While employment growth is projected at 2% over the next decade, the volume of openings remains high at approximately 211,800 per year, offering a reliable entry point into healthcare with clear opportunities for advancement into Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) or Registered Nursing (RN) roles.

Please Note

Program availability is subject to a minimum enrollment of 20 students.

This comprehensive program prepares students for both clinical and administrative roles in a medical setting. The course includes a valuable externship in a physician’s office, hospital, or other healthcare facility.

Key Skills Covered

• Anatomy, Physiology, and Medical Terminology
• Record Keeping, Insurance Processing, and Office Practices
• Laboratory Techniques, Phlebotomy, and EKG
• Patient Relations, Medical Law, and Ethics
• Taking Medical Histories, Recording Vital Signs, and First Aid

Certification

Graduates can choose to take their certification exam online through the National Healthcare Association (NHA) or in-person via MedCa.

Tuition

Total program cost: $5,000 (Tuition $4,650 + Administrative Fee $150 + Books $100 + Exam Fee $150). The Administrative Fee is non-refundable. Financial aid assistance is available.

Salary Expectation

Graduates can expect a median annual wage of approximately $44,200 (roughly $21 per hour), with experienced earners exceeding $56,000.

Career Outlook

Medical Assisting is one of the fastest-growing healthcare occupations, with employment projected to grow 12% over the next decade, much faster than the national average. This growth is expected to result in approximately 112,300 job openings each year and offers dynamic opportunities for advancement into healthcare administration, specialized clinical nursing, or office management roles.

This course covers the essential practices and procedures for phlebotomists, focusing on the safe and effective collection of blood samples.

Key Skills Covered

• Universal Precautions and Infection Control
• Capillary Sticks, Skin Puncture, and Venipuncture
• Butterfly Techniques and Multiple Tube Drawings
• Specimen Handling, Transportation, and Processing
• Medical Law, Ethics, and Patient Confidentiality

Certification

Graduates can choose to take their certification exam online through the National Healthcare Association (NHA) or in-person via MedCa.

Salary Expectation

Graduates can expect to earn a median annual wage of approximately $43,600 (roughly $21 per hour).

Career Outlook

Phlebotomy is a rapidly expanding field, with employment projected to grow 6% over the next decade, faster than the average for all occupations. This growth is expected to result in about 18,400 job openings each year. As an essential part of diagnostic teams, phlebotomists have excellent opportunities for advancement into roles such as Medical Laboratory Technician, Histotechnician, or Registered Nurse.

The Patient Care Technician program prepares students to care for patients across a variety of settings: hospitals, clinics, outpatient centers, long-term care facilities, rehabilitation centers, assisted living, and nursing homes. Students learn to perform emergency and recording duties under the supervision of nurses and physicians.

Key Skills Covered

• Basic Anatomy and Physiology
• Phlebotomy and Specimen Collection
• EKG Lead Placement and Basic Interpretation
• Vital Signs and Patient Observation
• Oxygen Administration
• Medication Administration and Application
• Record-Keeping and Patient Documentation

Program Length

Minimum 300 hours. Competency training is spread over several weeks to allow additional time for practice and mastery.

Tuition

Total program cost: $4,000. Financial aid assistance is available, and the program is WIA-eligible.

Admission Requirements

High school diploma or GED.

Salary Expectation

Patient Care Technicians typically earn between $35,000 and $48,000 annually (roughly $17 to $23 per hour), with experienced PCTs in hospital settings exceeding $52,000. Based on BLS Nursing Assistants data (median $38,200) adjusted for the expanded PCT scope of practice.

Career Outlook

Graduates work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and long-term care. The PCT role is a strong stepping stone toward Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Registered Nurse (RN), or specialized technician careers. Employment for related healthcare support occupations is projected to grow 4% over the next decade.

Student Support

Career counseling, on-site job placement assistance, evening courses, and Spanish-speaking staff are all available.

Train to deliver compassionate care directly in the client's home. Our CHHA program is based on the New Jersey Board of Nursing's curriculum and prepares students to support the elderly, new mothers, individuals with chronic illness, and those with mental, physical, or social challenges.

Key Skills Covered

• Personal Care, Bathing, and Hygiene
• Client Ambulation, Transfers, and Exercise
• Assistance with Client Medication
• Reporting Changes in Client Condition
• Documentation of Clinical Reports and Program Records
• Safety, Communication, and Professional Boundaries

Tuition

Total program cost: $800. Financial aid assistance is available.

Admission Requirements

Application and interview, plus criminal background check.

Career Outlook

Graduates are prepared to work as CHHAs in home care agencies, hospice, and visiting nurse services. The program provides strong preparation for the New Jersey Home Health Aide Certification.

Student Support

Career counseling, evening courses, on-site job placement assistance, and Spanish-speaking staff are all available. Linked to the NJ One-Stop system.

This program prepares already-certified Nursing Assistants and Home Health Aides to become certified through the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services to assist residents with their medications. Certified Medication Aides administer medications in Assisted-Living Residences, Comprehensive Personal Care Homes, and Assisted Living Programs.

Why Add This Certification

Becoming a Medication Aide is a logical next step in the healthcare career ladder for working CNAs, PCAs, and CHHAs. It expands your scope of practice and increases employment opportunities, particularly in assisted-living settings.

Key Skills Covered

• Safe Medication Administration in Assisted-Living Settings
• Pharmacology Fundamentals for Common Medications
• Documentation and Reporting
• Identifying Adverse Reactions and When to Escalate
• Resident Rights and Confidentiality

Tuition

Total program cost: $600.

Admission Requirements

Active CNA or CHHA certification.

Salary Expectation

Certified Medication Aides typically earn between $36,000 and $45,000 annually (roughly $17 to $22 per hour). Adding the Medication Aide credential to a CNA or CHHA background typically lifts pay 5% to 15% above base nursing assistant wages, per BLS Nursing Assistants data (median $38,200).

Career Outlook

All of our Medication Aide graduates are placed in assisted-living facilities. The program is also a strong stepping stone for students considering nursing or pharmacy technician careers.

This 6-week course focuses on the technical skills required to perform electrocardiograms (EKGs), including machine operation and interpretation. The program includes a 100-hour externship.

Key Skills Covered

• Cardiovascular Anatomy and Physiology
• EKG Machine Operation and Graph Interpretation
• 12-Lead EKG Placement and Artifact Recognition
• Pharmacology of Cardiac Diseases
• Patient Education and Safety

Certification

Graduates can choose to take their certification exam online through the National Healthcare Association (NHA) or in-person via MedCa.

Salary Expectation

Graduates typically earn between $42,000 and $54,000 annually (roughly $20 - $26 per hour), depending on the facility.

Career Outlook

EKG Technology is a specialized technical field with employment projected to grow 3% over the next decade. The role serves as a vital stepping stone in cardiac care, offering clear pathways for advancement into higher-level positions such as Cardiovascular Technologist, Telemetry Technician, or Cardiac Monitor Technician.