CAREER PATHWAYS
CAREERS
Why Choose a Healthcare Career at Hofstra?
Hofstra Continuing Education offers accelerated, industry-aligned training designed to get you into the workforce quickly. Our healthcare programs are tailored to the needs of Long Island hospitals, clinics, and private practices.
Train in months, not years.
Build job-ready skills through short-term programs designed to fit your schedule.
Flexible payment options may be available for some programs.
- Industry Credentials: Prep for NHA, CCMA, CMAA, and more.
- Local Impact: Direct pathways to high-demand Long Island roles.
- Flexible Learning: Online and hybrid options for busy adults.
Healthcare Fundamentals
Our Fundamentals courses are ideal for beginners exploring the healthcare field or preparing for a full career training program.
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Clinical Practice
Direct patient care roles in hospitals, clinics, and physician offices.
- CCMA Clinical Medical Assistant ↳ Prepares for: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
- CET EKG Technician ↳ Prepares for: Certified EKG Technician (CET)
- Phlebotomy Phlebotomy Technician ↳ Prepares for: Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
- Dental Dental Assistant ↳ Prepares for: NELDA / CDA Certification
Administrative
Crucial support roles managing the business side of medicine.
- CMAA/CBCS Medical Assistant (Admin focus) ↳ Prepares for: CMAA and CCMA Certifications
- Coding Medical Coding & Billing ↳ Prepares for: CPC, CCA, and CBCS Certifications
- CHAA Patient Access Representative ↳ Prepares for: Certified Healthcare Access Associate (CHAA)
- CEHRS Healthcare IT Technician ↳ Prepares for: Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS)
Specialized Care
Vitals roles in specialized units, surgery, and mental health.
- NCCT TS-C Surgical Technologist ↳ Prepares for: NCCT Surgical Technologist (TS-C)
- RBT Mental Health Technician ↳ Prepares for: Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
- Physical Therapy PT Aide ↳ Prepares for: Certified Physical Therapy Aide (CPAT)
- Vet Veterinary Assistant ↳ Prepares for: Approved Veterinary Assistant (AVA)
Pre-Health Readiness
Programs designed to bolster your academic profile and prepare you for health professions.
- Readiness Scientific Academic Readiness ↳ Strengthen your foundational science knowledge.
- Application Pre-Health Application Boot Camp ↳ Build a competitive application.
- Reboot Healthcare Career Reboot ↳ Transition your existing career into healthcare.