Healthcare Career Classes

Train for a rewarding career in healthcare. Explore FREE healthcare careers, earn industry-recognized credentials, and prepare for employment in one of Minnesota's fastest-growing industries. Find which course is right for you!

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Introduction to Healthcare Explore Healthcare Careers

Fridays (Online)

SESSION: Oct 2, - Dec 18, 2026

HOURS: 9:00am to 12:00pm

IN THIS COURSE, YOU WILL:

  • Explore careers in healthcare and find the path that's right for you.

  • Build healthcare English and workplace communication skills.

  • Earn a Bloodborne Pathogens Training Certificate.

  • Prepare for PCA, CNA, Phlebotomy, and other healthcare training.

WHO CAN ENROLL?: High Beginning & Intermediate ESL

LAST DAY TO REGISTER: Oct 16, 2026

Personal Care Assistant Become a PCA!

Monday & Wednesday (Online)

SESSION Jan 11 - February 24, 2027

HOURS: 6:00pm to 7:30 pm

IN THIS COURSE, YOU WILL:

  • Train for an in-demand career as a Personal Care Assistant.

  • Earn your Minnesota DHS PCA Certificate.

  • Earn CPR & First Aid Certification.

  • Prepare for employment with local PCA agencies.

WHO CAN ENROLL?: Advanced ESL

Last day to register: Jan 25, 2027

Phlebotomy Become a phlebotomist!

Monday-Friday (In-Person at Hopkins)

SESSION: March 22 - March 26, 2027

HOURS: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

IN THIS COURSE, YOU WILL:

  • Learn professional blood collection techniques.

  • Complete a 40-hour hands-on training program.

  • Earn a Twin Cities Medical Certificate of Completion.

  • Prepare for and take the National Phlebotomy Certification Exam. An exam fee of $129 applies.

WHO CAN ENROLL?: Advanced ESL, GED, or High School Diploma. Able to work in the US.

Last day to register: March 15, 2027

*The course is free, but students agree to pay the exam fee ($129)

Certified Nursing Assistant Become a CNA!

Mon & Wed (Online) Sat. (In-Person)

SESSION: May 1, 2027 - June 26, 2027

HOURS: 6:00pm to 9:00pm (M/W) 8:00am - 1 PM (Sat)

IN THIS COURSE, YOU WILL:

  • Learn the essential skills to become a Certified Nursing Assistant.

  • Receive ESL support while completing your training.

  • Prepare for and take the Minnesota CNA Exam.

  • Build the skills employers are looking for.

WHO CAN ENROLL?: Advanced ESL

Last day to register: May 17, 2027