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Hudson County Community College, Jersey City:
With two main campuses in Jersey City and Union City NJ, Hudson County Community College (HCCC) is a public, comprehensive urban community college committed to offering high-quality Nursing and Allied Health programs that are affordable, accessible, and community-centered. Our fully-accredited associate degree and certificate courses cover a wide range of healthcare fields, including Practical Nursing, Medical Assistance, Paramedic Science, and more.

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High-quality Associate Degree & Certificate Programs in Allied Health & Nursing

Nursing - Associate in Science Degree
The Cooperative Nursing Program includes a theoretical base of general education and science courses together with a range of nursing theory and practical course designed to prepare graduates to be eligible for the State licensure examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).Students complete their general education and science courses at HCCC and the nursing/clinical courses at one of the two schools of nursing.

Nursing Pending - Associate in Science Degree
The cooperative nursing program is offered between HCCC and Bayonne Medical Center School of Nursing (BMCSON) or Christ Hospital School of Nursing (CHSON). The Pre-Nursing Program includes a theoretical base of general education and science courses offered at HCCC.

Practical Nursing (LPN) Certificate
This certificate program prepares students for careers as Licensed Practical Nurses. Graduates will participate in the planning, implementation and evaluation of caring interventions in a variety of health care settings under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.

Responsibilities may include case finding, reinforcing patient and family teaching programs through health teaching, health counseling, and provision of supportive and restorative care.

Paramedic Science - Associate of Applied Science Degree
The program is designed for the post-secondary certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) who wishes to further his or her education and/or career opportunities. The professional curriculum consists of lecture and laboratory courses and practical, hands-on experience at the program's affiliated clinical laboratory sites.

Paramedic Science Certificate
The certificate in Paramedic Science is offered as a collaboration between HCCC and Liberty Health System, Inc. (Jersey City Medical Center) for individuals who wish to practice the art and science of out-of-hospital medicine in conjunction with medical direction.

Health Science - Associate of Applied Science Degree
This program provides certified/licensed healthcare professionals such as Pharmacy, Surgical, and Ultrasound Technicians with an opportunity to earn an Associate's degree and advance in their current employment and/or continue their education to the baccalaureate level.

Respiratory Care - Associate in Science Degree
Respiratory care practitioners participate in the diagnosis, treatment, management, education and preventative care of patients with disorders of the cardiopulmonary system. Graduates may assist patients in medical wards, emergency rooms, neonatal, cardiac intensive care units, outpatient departments, patients' homes, rehabilitative centers, & nursing homes.

Medical Assisting - Associate of Applied Science Degree
The Medical Assisting Program prepares individuals to become multi-skilled practitioners qualified to provide clinical and administrative health care services under the supervision of a physician. Medical Assistants practice in a variety of clinical settings such as physicians' offices, clinics, and ambulatory care facilities.

Medical Transcription Certificate
Trained medical transcription professionals are in demand in the expanding health care industry. Certificate holders work in hospital departments, public health clinics, school-health facilities, insurance companies, large legal firms, military medical departments, governmental agencies and physicians' offices.

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Workforce Advantage USA
Courses / Programs
Do you want to start a new career as a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) in New Jersey? Established in 1988, Workforce Advantage provides quality training in fields including Health Careers and Office Technology, including a Certified Nurse Aide training program. We have five convenient locations around the tri-county area - in Newark, Elizabeth, Morristown and Union City NJ.

All of our curricula have been approved by the State of New Jersey Department of Education and Labor, and are based on the Equipped for the Future Standards (EFF) and employability skills. We strive to maintain the highest possible academic / educational standards and a consistent strategy across all programs and activities offered in the industry. Workforce Advantage developed strong partnerships with the local employers who hire our graduates.
- Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) Training Program
Health Professional Institute, Middlesex County
Courses / Programs
Health Professional Institute is a New Jersey-based allied health training provider situated in Highland Park, Middlesex County (between Edison & New Brunswick).

We provide a dedicated 90-hour Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) program to adults who are interested in a career in the healthcare industry. Home Health Aide, Phlebotomy Technician, and EKG Technician programs are also available.

We provide our students with comprehensive training to equip them with the tools they need to handle the everyday challenges of a professional healthcare environment.
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) Training Program:

- Duration: 90 hours (50 hours classroom learning + 40 hours clinical preparation)

Modules include:
- Introduction to Your Role As a Nurse Aid
- Meeting Physical Needs:
- Meeting Psychosocial Needs
- Accident Prevention
- Introduction to Long-Term Care

Further Allied Health Programs:
- Home Health Aide
- Phlebotomy Technician
- EKG Technician
Bright Horizon Institute, Newark
Courses / Programs
Founded in New Jersey in 2010, Bright Horizon Institute offers career-oriented programs in Downtown Newark, NJ.

Bright Horizon Institute participates in Workforce Investment Act (WIA), formerly Job Training Act (JTPA) and vocational rehabilitation programs. 

Bright Horizon Institute has worked tirelessly to build strong relationships in the health and technology industries in order to provide student with opportunity to build their career through learning and hands-on practice with the goal of getting hired in their desired field.

Currently technology rules the world and Bright Horizon Institute is training the best and brightest to meet the industry demands for employment.

Our mission is to provide adult students with concentrated high-quality training programs preparing them to meet the current needs of employers in various fields of health care and technology.

Our goal is to equip students to apply their knowledge and skills effectively by achieving a balance between classroom learning and hands-on practice that will prepare them for a career.
- Business Analyst
- Hospitality Training
- Office Management – Computer Basics
- Computer Support Specialist
- Web Design
- Computer Java Programmer
- Cisco Certified Network Associate
- SA Design, Development and advanced Technology
- Medical Billing & Coding Specialist
- Patient Care Technician
- Solar Panel Installer
Safe Care Health School, Mercer County
Courses / Programs
• Located in Hamilton Township NJ, just 5 miles from Trenton, Safe Care Health School is a premier medical and health care school providing training programs in a range of popular subjects, including Phlebotomy Technician, EKG Technician, Clinical Medical Assistant, and Home Health Aide (HHA).

• We offer flexible class schedules, with day classes, night classes, and weekend classes available. Internship programs are available in many of our programs.

• Taught by professional and experienced instructors in a friendly and challenging learning environment, our allied health programs are approved by the State of New Jersey Board of Education.

• To make tuition affordable, we offer discounts, deferred payment plans, and referral programs.

• We have a passion for providing quality education and, more importantly, giving each individual one-on-one attention. The personal relationships we build with each one of our students is something not found at other institutes.

• Safe Care Health School is licensed by Department of Education and Labor & Workforce Development New Jersey.

Student Review:
"The teaching staff is top caliber and they take a very personal approach with you. I spend one on one time with my teacher and get to learn more this way. They really encourage you to learn and improve yourself and I can see how these skills will help me when I graduate."
- Mary Ann
Medical / Healthcare Training Programs:
Day, evening & weekend classes available. 
Internship opportunity in some programs. 

• Certified Home Health Aide

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

• Certified Patient Care Technician

• Certified EKG Technician

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician

• Combination Program (EKG + Phlebotomy)
Merit Training Institute, Burlington NJ
Courses / Programs
Take the first step towards a new career in rapidly-growing industries with Merit Training Institute! Conveniently located in Burlington NJ, only 30 minutes from Philadelphia PA, and less than a mile from I-295 and the New Jersey Turnpike, Merit Training Institute provides a range of training and certification programs in the fields of allied health, accounting and computer training.

Merit is a small, locally-owned school that provides our students with personal assistance and state-of-the-art training facilities. Geared towards long-lasting employment, our programs are specifically designed for the adult student. We aim to prepare you professionally and academically to meet the constantly changing requirements of the Medical Field and general business world.

At Merit, our approach to learning is very different from other schools. We don't believe in modules and revolving start dates. We strongly feel that every student is best educated by starting at only one point, the beginning. We never allow students to start in the middle of our program, or after a 'module'. Topics continue to come up and proficiency built over time rather so students retain their new knowledge.

At Merit, we strongly believe that certifications help to pave the way to long lasting employment. Merit's close relationship with the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) and Microsoft, among others, has helped to improve our curriculum and ensure we are in close contact with area employers.
Training services in the following disciplines:
- Medical Assistant
- Phlebotomy
- EKG
- Patient Care Technician
- Medical Billing
- Medical Coding
- ICD-10
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
- Microsoft Office
- QuickBooks
- Accounting
National Career Institute, East Orange
Courses / Programs
Located in East Orange in Essex County, NJ,National Career Institute (NCI) offers affordable and comprehensive courses in a wide range of trade / career training fields. Courses include Clinical Medical Assistant, Electrical Assistant, General Construction, Plumber Assistant Technology, and more.

All students are eligible and encouraged to take the National Certification Exams at the completion of their selected program.

Our mission is to prepare students to meet that challenge. National Career Institute believes that every individual should have the opportunity for training that can lead to meaningful employment.

It is the firm commitment of the National Career Institute to offer skills training and employment opportunities necessary to compete in today’s changing marketplace. National Career Institute prides itself on its dynamic approach to vocational education and is committed to becoming the best career training provider in the State of New Jersey.
Trade / Career Training Programs:
- Clinical Medical Assistant with Externship (810 hours)
- Electrical Assistant (320 hours)
- HVAC (400 hours)
- Electrical Assistant & HVAC (640 hours)
- Plumbing Assistant/ Building Maintenance (640 hours)

There is an on-site lab included in all our courses. Students complete each course having extensive hands-on experience performing the various medical procedures.