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Covers 100% of the cost associated with approved courses. Including Tuition, Fees, Examinations, Books and Materials.
Check Eligibility and ApplyAttention students completing short-term and technical education credentialing courses:
The Open-Door scholarship, funded by the Department of Education is now 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 Scholarship Program covers 100% of the cost associated with the approved courses listed below to cover the cost of tuition, fees, examination, books, and materials.
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CAE0747 Clinical Medical Assistant
This course is designed to prepare students to perform various tasks including assisting with the administration of medications, minor procedures, performing EKG electrocardiograms, obtaining laboratory specimens for testing, educating patients and other related tasks. Students will review important topics including phlebotomy, pharmacology, the proper use and administration of medications, medical records management, vital signs, cardiology including proper lead placements, professional workplace behavior, ethics, and the legal aspects of healthcare. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be prepared to take the following National Certification exams; Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), EKG Technician (CET) and Phlebotomy (CPT).
Total Hours: 300
Certification: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), EKG Technician (CET) Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED
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
Healthcare IT Technician
The Healthcare IT (HIT) sector is experiencing rapid growth, driven by technological advancements and the shift from paper to electronic records. As one of the fastest-growing fields in IT, it continually generates new job opportunities. In our Healthcare IT Certification Training, you have the flexibility to choose between two certification paths: Healthcare and Technical. Both paths cover essential medical office procedures & administration along with Healthcare IT basics. The healthcare-focused path emphasizes Electronic Health Records and CompTIA A+ certification, preparing you for the CEHRS and A+ exams. On the other hand, the more technical path focuses on CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications.
Hours: 384
Certification: CompTIA Network+, CompTIA A+, Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS)
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED
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 (CMAA) exam.
Hours: 50
Certification: Certified Medical Administrative (CMAA)
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED
CAE0691 - Medical Billing & Coding
This combined billing and coding course offers the skills needed to perform complex coding and billing procedures. The course covers CPT (Introduction, Guidelines, Evaluation, and Management), specialty fields (such as surgery, radiology, and laboratory), ICD-10 (Implementation and Guidelines), and basic claims processes for insurance reimbursement. Students will learn how to find the service and codes using manuals (CPT, ICD-10 and HCPCS).
Hours: 120
Certification: National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Billing & Coding Specialist (CBCS)
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED
Medical Laboratory Assistant
A Medical Laboratory Assistant, a crucial member of the healthcare team, collects, prepares, and transports patient specimens, conducting various tests on blood, urine, and bodily fluids as ordered by healthcare providers. Responsibilities include test kit management, quality control, accurate documentation, and communication with physicians. Utilizing advanced laboratory equipment, they analyze and relay results to physicians. Our Medical Laboratory Assistant program offers immersive virtual learning experiences, ideal for those interested in healthcare science. The program suits entry-level seekers and provides opportunities for allied health professionals to upskill. It is particularly beneficial for Phlebotomists seeking career advancement.
Hours: 256
Certification: Certified Medical Lab Assistant (CMLA); Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED
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: Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) exam
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED
CAE0762 Patient Care Technicians (PCT)
Patient Care Technicians possess the technical skills necessary to service complex patient personal care. Topics covered in this course includes rehabilitation services, basic bedside care, collection of laboratory specimens, infection control, compliance, safety, professional responsibility, phlebotomy, and EKG. Upon successful completion of this course students will be prepared to take the Patient Care Technician certification exam.
Total Hours: 160
Certification: Patient Care Technician (CPCT/A) certification
CAE0722 - Pharmacy Technician
This comprehensive course will prepare students to enter the pharmacy field and take the Pharmacy Technician Certification. Course content includes pharmacy medical terminology, anatomy, prescriptions, nonsterile compounding, pharmacy calculations, and includes virtual pharmacy labs. The Program also includes a clinical externship at a local healthcare provider
Hours: 150
Certification: Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification exam
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED
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
EDI0926 PMI Agile Certified Practitioner
The PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)® formally recognizes your knowledge of agile principles and your skill with agile techniques. This course will teach you to use an Agile approach to effectively manage a project's schedule, scope, budget, quality, and team. Additionally, you will learn related effective methods and best practices you can apply to your team and with customers. The PMI-ACP certification clearly illustrates to colleagues, organizations, or even potential employers that you are ready and able to lead in this new age of product development, management, and delivery.
Hours: 60
Certification: PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
Prerequisites: Secondary degree
EDE0302 - AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
This AWS Technical Essentials Certification Training course will introduce you to the fundamentals of the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud platform and ensure that you are fully proficient in identifying AWS terminologies, concepts, benefits, and deployment options to meet your business requirements.
Hours: 40
Certification: AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED
EDI0656 - Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
In this course you will learn how to manage Azure subscriptions, secure identities, administer the infrastructure, configure virtual networking, connect Azure and on-premises sites, manage network traffic, implement storage solutions, create and scale virtual machines, implement web apps and containers, back up and share data, and monitor your solution.
Hours: 60
Certification: AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Administrator
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED
EDC0035 CEH - Certified Ethical Hacker
Learn advanced processes in this Certified Ethical Hacking course. This course provides you with advanced hacking tools and techniques so that you can assess the security posture of an organization with the same approach these malicious hackers use. You'll be able to identify weaknesses and fix the problems before they are identified by the enemy, preventing what could potentially be catastrophic damage to your organization. This ethical hacking course is aligned with the EC-Council CEH and prepares you to increase your blue team skills.
Hours: 100
Certification: Certified Ethical Hacker - EC-Council
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
EDC0162 Child Development Associate
Learn the principles of child growth and development from birth through age five and how they align with the eight Child Development Associate® (CDA) competencies and National Association of the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) professional standards.
Hours: 120
Certification: Child Development Associate (CDA) - Council for Professional Recognition
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED
EDI0298 - Comp TIA 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: Comp TIA 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
EDI0332 - 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
EDI 0918 - Remote Pilot in Command FAA Certificate
Learn to pilot a drone and develop piloting practices for the operation of small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS/Drones). Part II of this program will prepare you for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airman Knowledge Test (AKT). Earn the Remote Pilot-In-Command Credential. Prepare for the FAA Airman Knowledge Test (AKT) for the Unmanned Aircraft-General (UAG) written examination.
Hours: 24
Certification: Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107) - FAA
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED, 16 Years Old +
EDI0958 Revit Certification Training in Architecture
This course demonstrates the key concepts of Autodesk Revit Architecture. Students are introduced to building information modeling and the tools for parametric building design and documentation, through hands-on activities. Utilizing best-pratice methodologies to resolve real-world design scenarios; students assemble a small project, progressing through schematic design and construction documentation, before finishing with design visualization. At the end of this exciting course, students will be well equipped to complete their first Revit Architecture project.
Hours: 140
Certification: Autodesk Certified User - Revit Architecture
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED
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Students must complete a course selection application for review by selecting the course above. Upon approval, you will be registered into the class and provided additional instructions.
Credential Programs are FREE to help individuals, particularly those negatively impacted by unemployment and underemployment, quickly train for a career. Find out if you qualify.
No. We want to make sure anyone in need can benefit from these programs, so we are only allowing one course per student. Please select wisely, as you will not be able to change or transfer into another course. Courses will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Yes, upon successful completion of the course work and passing the end of course exam and project on the first attempt, you will receive a certificate of completion.
Yes. The program will be offered entirely online so you will need a computer and internet
access to complete a course.
Once you submit your registration application, you will receive an email with class information;
however, you will be able to access the class after the verification process that takes up to 3 business days.
Note that you are only allowed to apply for one program. Students will not be allowed to
complete multiple free courses at the same time.
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