Careers

Health Sciences

Even entry level jobs in health care can provide an excellent career path. Health care providers generally offer excellent educational benefits to advance your skills. Care providers work in a variety of settings, from private practice offices to hospitals to home health and hospice care. Most training programs include clinical observations or skills practice so you can learn more about the job setting that is a best fit for you. The field is projected to grow significantly in the future.

Types of Classes Offered

Licensed Nurse Assistant (LNA)
Medical Assistant (Certified)
Medical Coding
Dental Assisting
Emergency Medical Technician

Our Training Centers with Programs and Certifications in Health Sciences:

Upcoming Classes

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

Type of Class: online

This is a flex class, with ongoing enrollment.

Class Days: Varies,

Prepare for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Exam Online Are you ready to start a fulfilling healthcare career? Our online Clinical Medical Assistant Certification Course is designed to prepare …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Burlington Technical Center

Training Type: online

Certified Clinical Medical Assisting (CCMA)

Type of Class: hybrid

Start Date: January 4, 2027

End Date: April 5, 2027

Class Days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday,

Time: 6 pm-9:00 pm

Winter 2027 Program Dates: January 4, 2027 – April 5, 2027 Hybrid Model: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, 6:00 – 9:00 pm National Certification Exam: Week of April 12 Tuition: $3,995.00 (does not include exam …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Hannaford Career Center

Training Type: hybrid

CVCC & CVAE Pre-Healthcare Basics

Type of Class: hybrid

Start Date: October 26, 2026

End Date: November 19, 2026

Class Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday,

Time: 9am-2:30pm

Ready to fast-track your future in the thriving healthcare sector? This immersive 4-week program at CVAE in Barre is your ultimate health career gateway. Classes will be held four days …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Central Vermont Career Center

Training Type: hybrid

CVCC Winter EMT Program @ Norwich University

Type of Class: hybrid

Start Date: January 11, 2027

End Date: April 22, 2027

Class Days: Monday, Thursday, Sunday,

Time: varies

Prepare for national licensure with this comprehensive program designed for both beginners and experienced EMRs. You will master the vital skills needed to provide basic emergency care and transportation for …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Central Vermont Career Center

Training Type: hybrid

CVCC Winter LNA Program

Type of Class: in-person

Start Date: December 5, 2026

End Date: March 10, 2027

Class Days: Wednesday, Saturday,

Time: 4pm-8pm Wednesdays, 8am-4pm a few Saturdays

The Licensed Nurse Assistant (LNA) Program at Central Vermont Career Center (CVCC) is a state-approved training course designed to prepare eligible candidates for a rewarding career in direct patient care. …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Central Vermont Career Center

Training Type: in-person

Dental Assisting

Type of Class: hybrid

This is a flex class, with ongoing enrollment.

Class Days: Varies,

This comprehensive and in-demand online dental assisting course helps equip you for career success—with no previous experience necessary! You will learn about every aspect of professional dental assisting, including invaluable …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: North Country Career Center

Training Type: hybrid

Dental Assisting

Type of Class: hybrid

This is a flex class, with ongoing enrollment.

Class Days: Varies,

This comprehensive and in-demand online dental assisting course helps equip you for career success—with no previous experience necessary! You will learn about every aspect of professional dental assisting, including invaluable …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Hartford Area Career and Technology Center

Training Type: hybrid

Dental Assisting

Type of Class: hybrid

This is a flex class, with ongoing enrollment.

Class Days: Varies,

This comprehensive and in-demand online dental assisting course helps equip you for career success—with no previous experience necessary! You will learn about every aspect of professional dental assisting, including invaluable …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: St. Johnsbury Academy Adult Education

Training Type: hybrid

Dental Assisting

Type of Class: online

This is a flex class, with ongoing enrollment.

Class Days: Varies,

This comprehensive and in-demand online dental assisting course helps equip you for career success—with no previous experience necessary! You will learn about every aspect of professional dental assisting, including invaluable …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Southwest Tech

Training Type: online

Dental Assisting — Online Program

Type of Class: online

This is a flex class, with ongoing enrollment.

Class Days: Varies,

Becoming a dental assistant is a fulfilling and rewarding career path. Obtaining your dental assistant certification is your first step towards providing comfort and education for patients—and the online Clinical …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Windham Regional Career Center

Training Type: online

Dental Assisting Program (Online)

Type of Class: online

This is a flex class, with ongoing enrollment.

Class Days: Varies,

Exciting News! Train online to become a Dental Assistant in as little as six months through Ed2Go. Please visit this site for more details: https://careertraining.ed2go.com/nwtcvt/training-programs/clinical-dental-assistant-vouchers-included/ The online course does include an …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Northwest Career & Technical Center

Training Type: online

Licensed Nurse Assistant – LNA

Type of Class: hybrid

This is a flex class, with ongoing enrollment.

Start Date: October 20, 2025

End Date: January 5, 2026

Class Days: Varies,

Time: 5-8 p.m.

The fall 2026 tuition for this class is $2,500.00, and the total hours to complete this course is 108 which includes classroom (64 hours), CPR (4 hours), clinical hours (36 …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Lyndon Institute Adult Career and Technical Education

Training Type: hybrid

Licensed Nurse Assistant – LNA Discounted Tuition

Type of Class: in-person

Start Date: January 11, 2027

End Date: March 31, 2027

Class Days: Monday, Wednesday,

Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm

This course is significantly discounted by a grant. To reserve your seat, $430 must be paid in advance. The course includes a textbook and the exam fee. In addition to the …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Northwest Career & Technical Center

Training Type: in-person

Licensed Nurse Assistant – LNA Dec ’26-Mar ’27)

Type of Class: in-person

Start Date: December 1, 2026

End Date: March 25, 2027

Class Days: Tuesday, Thursday,

Time: 3:00pm - 8:00pm

LNAs are in high demand. The 14-week program is targeted to individuals who are interested in beginning level, skilled positions in healthcare. This state-approved course will prepare the student with …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Windham Regional Career Center

Training Type: in-person

Licensed Nurse Assistant – LNA Saturdays only and Discounted Tuition

Type of Class: in-person

Start Date: January 9, 2027

End Date: February 27, 2027

Class Days: Saturday,

Time: 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

This course is significantly discounted by a grant. To reserve your seat, $430 must be paid in advance. The course includes a textbook and the exam fee. In addition to the $430 …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Northwest Career & Technical Center

Training Type: in-person

LICENSED NURSE ASSISTANT PROGRAM (LNA)

Type of Class: hybrid

Start Date: January 5, 2027

End Date: March 2, 2027

Class Days: Tuesday,

Time: 4:00-7:30

Fast-track entry into patient care and healthcare employment! Winter 2027 Program Dates: January 5 – March 2, 2027 In-person Skills Sessions: Tuesdays, 4:00 – 7:30 pm Online Course Work: Approximately 5 – 6 …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Hannaford Career Center

Training Type: hybrid

Licensed Nurse Assistant Training

Type of Class: in-person

Start Date: March 15, 2027

End Date: May 27, 2027

Class Days: Monday, Thursday, Varies,

Time: 4:00-8:00 p.m. class times, 3:00 pm.-9:30 p.m. clinicals

LNA training is now available right in Randolph!! This course will prepare the student for an entry level position in the nursing field and to apply for Licensed Nurse Assistant …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Randolph Technical Career Center

Training Type: in-person

Licensed Nurse Assistant-LNA

Type of Class: in-person

Start Date: January 12, 2027

End Date: February 18, 2027

Class Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday,

Time: 3:00 - 8:00 PM

The Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) program will prepare you for an entry level position in the field of nursing. Demand for skilled professionals at all levels of the nursing field …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Southwest Tech

Training Type: in-person

Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA)

Type of Class: in-person

Start Date: January 11, 2027

End Date: March 24, 2027

Class Days: Monday, Wednesday,

Time: 5pm - 9pm or as determined

The LNA Training Program is approved by the Vermont Board of Nursing and prepares adults to pass the Vermont approved exam required to obtain a license as a nursing assistant …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Center for Technology, Essex

Training Type: in-person

Massage Therapy

Type of Class: in-person

Start Date: August 24, 2027

End Date: May 25, 2028

Class Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday,

Time: 3-8pm

Get trained for a career in one of Vermont’s promising jobs; Massage Therapy. Students will learn all the skills and techniques necessary to earn your national certification as a massage …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Southwest Tech

Training Type: in-person

Medical Assistant, Certified Clinical

Type of Class: online

This is a flex class, with ongoing enrollment.

Class Days: Varies,

Start your career in healthcare as a Medical Assistant in a high-demand position! Learn medical terminology, medical law and ethics, HIPAA rules, scheduling systems, patient check-in and check-out, contents of a …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: North Country Career Center

Training Type: online

Medical Billing & Coding

Type of Class: online

This is a flex class, with ongoing enrollment.

Class Days: Varies,

There has never been a better time to enter a career in Medical Billing and Coding. This course will prepare you for success in this rewarding career as you learn …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: North Country Career Center

Training Type: online

Medical Billing and Coding

Type of Class: online

This is a flex class, with ongoing enrollment.

Class Days: Varies,

Step into Healthcare with Medical Billing and Coding Are you looking for a career that combines healthcare and administrative skills? The Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Program at Burlington Technical …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Burlington Technical Center

Training Type: online

MEDL-13: PHLEBOTOMY CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

Type of Class: in-person

Start Date: March 10, 2027

End Date: June 2, 2027

Class Days: Wednesday,

Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Required Classroom and Observations HoursThere will be a total of thirty-nine (39) classroom hours, which includes on-site clinical observation and practice. Students must meet class attendance requirements in order to …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Stafford Technical Center

Training Type: in-person

Pharmacy Technician

Type of Class: online

This is a flex class, with ongoing enrollment.

Class Days: Varies,

Pharmacy technicians have become indispensable to the health care industry, and it’s a great time to join this growing field. You’ll gain the skills and knowledge to qualify for entry-level …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: North Country Career Center

Training Type: online

Phlebotomy

Type of Class: in-person

Start Date: October 27, 2026

End Date: December 17, 2026

Class Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday,

Time: 4:00-8:00 PM plus additional clinical hours

This program will prepare you for an entry level position in the field of Phlebotomy. You will learn all the necessary skills including quality patient care, safety protocols, specimen collection …

Career Field: Health Sciences

Training Center: Southwest Tech

Training Type: in-person

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