Health Care Certificates
An online certificate degree in health care will provide the student with the basic skills necessary to enter this industry. Programs will focus on the areas of patient care and safety for those who want to work as health care providers. A certificate degree in health care may also have a focus on the administrative side of the industry with courses in medical record keeping and medical coding. Kaplan University Online has a variety of options for those who want to earn a certificate in a particular area of health care such as case management, geriatric care management, or life care planning. The US Career Institute offers certificate programs in medical billing, personal home health care aide, and medical assistant along with several other choices.
A certificate degree in health care may be the right option for students who want to work in entry level positions to directly care for patients or those who want to work in an office setting within the industry. Research the education requirements for specific health care field careers at our health care career center page.
Students entering the workforce with a health care certificate will likely earn an hourly wage. There is expected to be plenty of job opportunities in this area as the need for home health workers increases with the increase in the aging population. Additional opportunities will be available to track the billing and care management of those patients.
Top Health Care Schools
Allied Health InstituteAllied Health Institute is a post-secondary vocational school offering a variety of Diploma and Associate Degree programs in the field of Allied Health. By utilizing online learning, students have the flexibility to continue their education from the convenience of their own home. Our virtual classrooms will enable students to attend classes and communicate with instructors and classmates. Students can complete some programs without leaving their current employment or sacrificing family time.
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Allied SchoolsWhether you want to train for a new career, advance within your current company, or simply learn new skills to stay competitive in today's job market, Allied's distance education training can help!
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Location: Laguna Hills: 22952 Alcalde Drive, Laguna Hills CA 92653 |
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Fortis InstituteGet the skills and training you need for a great career at Fortis Institute. * Programs vary by location * Please contact each individual campus for accreditation information * Fortis Institute- Indianapolis advertising code is AC-0163. Programs
Location: Online |
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Penn Foster SchoolsAdvance your career with our affordable, self-paced, career-focused distance education programs.
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Location: Scranton: , Scranton PA 18501Scottsdale: , Scottsdale AZ 85254 |
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Ashworth CollegeEarn your degree or diploma on your schedule and succeed at Ashworth College.
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Location: Norcross: , Norcross GA |
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University of PhoenixAt University of Phoenix, we believe everyone deserves access to higher education.
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Location: Phoenix: , Phoenix AP |
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Keiser UniversityFor over 30 years, Keiser University eCampus Online has provided student-centered, quality career education.
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Location: Fort Lauderdale: , Fort Lauderdale FL 33309 |
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Kaplan UniversityAdvance your career with an online degree from Kaplan University.
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Location: Fort Lauderdale: 6301 Kaplan University Avenue, Fort Lauderdale FL 33309 |
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Independence UniversityIndependence University is your proven partner with over 30 years of distance education delivered right to our students. Programs
Location: Salt Lake City: , Salt Lake City UT 84101 |
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Virginia CollegeSet your career in motion at Virginia College.
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Location: Birmingham: 300 River Hills Business Park, Birmingham AL 35242 |
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