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The Open-Door Grant, funded by the Department of Education available through Broward College to close the workforce skills gap needed by Florida workers. This program allows participants to successfully attain a workforce certificate in high-demand fields. Also, the Open-Door Grant Program covers 100% of the cost associated with the approved courses listed below to cover the cost of tuition, fees, examination, books, and materials.
STEPS for student interested in CE workforce programs please:
CAE0765 EKG Technician
This course prepares students to perform EKGs and includes basic anatomy and physiology of the heart, medical disease processes, medical terminology, medical ethics, legal aspects of patient contact, emergencies related to cardiac testing: syncope, chest pain, and abnormal vitals. Students will also learn about arrhythmias, calculating heart rates, and types of ECGs. This comprehensive course prepares students to take the Certified EKG Technician exam. Additionally, students will practice with EKG equipment and perform hands on labs including introduction to the function and proper use of the EKG machine.
Hours: 90
Certification: Certified EKG Technician (CET
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED
Electronic Health Records
This course prepares students to understand and use electronic records in a healthcare setting by reviewing the implementation and management of electronic health information. Topics include clinical and non-clinical operations, legal responsibilities, regulatory compliance, and reporting. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be prepared to take the Certified Electronic Health Records Specialists (CEHRS) exam.
Hours: 50
Certification: Certified Electronic Health Records Specialists (CEHRS)
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED
Check Eligibility And ApplyEDI1001 - Medical Administrative Assistant
This course covers information on the medical assisting profession including scheduling, patient encounter, communication and professionalism, foundational knowledge, medical law, ethics, compliance, billing and revenue cycle , and medical practice administrative procedures. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be eligible to take the Certified Medical Administrative exam.
Hours: 50
Certification: Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
Prerequisites: Please note a High School Diploma or GED is required to sit for the exam
CAE0360 Nursing Assistant
Learn the overall concept of being a nursing assistant. Prepare to work with people of various demographics and establish foundational skills that expand the students' understanding of their role in healthcare. This covers the role of a Nursing Assistant, safety, basic nursing care, rehabilitation and restorative care, infection control and patient care. The course also includes interactive activities, simulated laboratory experiences and hands-on experience in a designated clinical setting. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to sit for the National Healthcareer Association's Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) exam.
Hours: 133
Certification: National Healthcareer Association's Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) exam.
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED
CAE 0762 - Patient Care Technician
This course provides students technical skills necessary to service complex patient personal care and medical assisting issues including the implementation of selected portions of a specific care plan that may include rehabilitation services, bedside care, collection of laboratory specimens, phlebotomy, and EKG’s. Patient Care Technicians work alongside doctors, nurses, medical assistants, and other healthcare providers to oversee and monitor patients.
Hours: 127
Certification: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to sit for the National Healthcareer Association's Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) exam.
Prerequisites: Please note a High School Diploma or GED is required to sit for the exam.
Phlebotomy Technician
This course will discuss the principles of phlebotomy and techniques for drawing blood while utilizing safety procedures and proper standards. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be prepared to take the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam.
Hours: 130
Certification: Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED
EDE0772 Certified Professional in Video Design
Prepare for the Adobe Certified Professional in Video Design exam by mastering Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop. Gain the skills needed to edit videos professionally and become a certified video design expert.
Hours: 45
Certification: Adobe Certified Professional in Video Design - Adobe Systems
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED
EDI0298 CompTIA A+
This course will prepare you for CompTIA A+ certification. The CompTIA A+ Certification Exam covers mobile devices, networking technology, hardware, Virtualization and cloud computing and network troubleshooting. The course also covers installing and configuring operating systems, expanded security, software troubleshooting, and operational procedures.
Hours: 290
Certification: CompTIA A+ certification
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED
EDI0619 Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Learn Six Sigma GREEN concepts, strategies, tools, and techniques used in process improvement projects. Course modules explain key foundational Six Sigma steps, DMAIC methodology, and demonstrates how a Six Sigma approach can benefit organizations in varied business sectors. Course assignments support the comprehension of process improvement through exercises involving: History of Six Sigma, Process Variances, Managing Quality, how to begin Six Sigma projects, Organizational Roles and Responsibilities, DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control) methodology, DMADV (Define, Measure, Analyze, Design, and Verify), and Project Communication. Develop skills to support process improvement projects as either a Project Leader or as a Team Member.
Hours: 120
Certification: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED
Check Eligibility And ApplyEDI0332 PMI Project Management Ready
Start a career in project management with the PMI Project Management Ready™ certification. During this program, students will be immersed into the project management process to learn concepts and the industry. With the PMI Project Management Ready certification, students can immerse themselves in the project management industry and professionals while gaining a competitive edge. Students will receive voucher to take PMI certification.
Hours: 150
Certification: Project Management Ready
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED
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