Health Professions
As a healthcare professional, Pima ensures you’re equiped with the most cutting-ege and innovate training. This keeps you at the forefront of the industry.
Expand your career with our training and continuing education courses:
- EMTs
- Health information techs
- Dental hygienists
- Community health workers
Health Professions: Current Offerings
Community Health Worker
Unlock your potential to make a real impact with our Community Health Worker (CHW) program. This isn’t just a job; it’s a calling to connect with and uplift your community. You’ll gain key competencies in community outreach, health education, and non-clinical health assessment to make a real impact.
Starts: October 13
Meets:
- Mondays, 5:30pm – 9pm (Virtual)
- Wednesdays, 5:30pm – 8pm (Hybrid with in-person at West Campus)
Ready to make a real difference?
Learn more about the Community Health Worker (CHW) Training Program and funding opportunities by contacting our Navigators at pcc-csnavigator@pima.edu or 520-206-5100.
Health Information Technology
Starts: First day of each month
Duration: Up to 4 months
Classes:
UHIT-195 Electronic Health Record Specialist Certification Test Prep
UPHI-151 Creative Problem Solving
You can earn: Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) national certification
Cost: $930.00
Pricing Includes: Instruction, books, national certification exam
Starts: First day of each month
Duration: Up to 4 months
Classes:
UHIT-101 Introduction to ICD Coding
UPHI-151 Creative Problem Solving
You can earn: Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) national certification
Cost: $1610.00
Pricing Includes: Instruction, books, national certification exam
Starts: First day of each month
Duration: Up to 8 months
Classes:
UHIT-195 Electronic Health Record Specialist Certification Test Prep
UHIT-101 Introduction to ICD Coding
UPHI-151 Creative Problem Solving
You can earn:
- Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) national certification
- Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) national certification
Cost: $2300.00
Pricing Includes: Instruction, books, national certification exam
Start On Time And Prepared
Want to learn more about PimaFastTrack? Visit our PimaFastTrack Checklist. Take the next steps toward quick credentials.
First Responders
Starts: February, May, and September
Duration: Less than 3 months
Classes:
UEMT-159 CPR Healthcare Provider
UEMT-100 Emergency Medical Technology
UPHI-150 Intercultural Fluency
You can earn:
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Certificate
Basic Life Support CPR certificate
Cost: $2150.00
Pricing Includes: Instruction, books, national certification exam, certification prep service, PPE and diagnostic tools
Start On Time And Prepared
Want to learn more about PimaFastTrack? Visit our PimaFastTrack Checklist and EMS PimaFastTrack Checklist. Take the next steps toward quick credentials.
Dental Laboratory Technology
Dental Auxiliary/Restorative
State licensed dental assistants and hygienists continue their education with knowledge about advanced technical procedures. Damaged, worn, broken or decayed teeth benefit from the restorative dentistry techniques taught in courses for hygienists and dental assistants.
Prerequisite for Dental Assistants: At the time of course registration, we require proof of one-year chairside assisting experience in general dentistry within the past 2 years.
Prerequisite for Dental Hygienists: At the time of course registration, we require proof of current status as Registered Dental Hygienist (License).
Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy for Law Enforcement
A concentrated one week course to train law enforcement officers as part of the DUI task force in how to perform blood draws in various situations. Community volunteers are needed for officers to practice blood draws as their skills increase, and, under the direction of a skilled phlebotomist. To volunteer contact Amee at amrosales2@pima.edu.
Also, short courses for health care professionals to refresh their techniques in blood draws are scheduled regularly.
Phlebotomy for Law Enforcement Refresher
All field law enforcement officers are trained, then retrained to maintain quality blood draw skills. This course serves officers of Arizona, but is also open to community members that have completed basic phlebotomy and need to maintain skills for their job.
Launch Your Career Quickly
Need job skills now? PimaFastTrack is the fastest way to get an in-demand job. Learn industry-recognized skills so you can get hired quickly.
Prior Learning Assessment Saves Time & Money
When you finish an industry certification, like one through PimaFastTrack, you’re ready to work and you’re ready to build on what you know. Through our Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) program, you can turn noncredit courses and certifications into college credits that count toward a college degree from Pima. Credits vary by program—find out how your knowledge stacks up.
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Earn Your College Degree
Pima's credit degrees and certificates prepare you for a rewarding career—whether you're looking to start a career, want to upgrade your skills in your current career, or are planning to transfer to a university to complete your bachelor's degree.
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Auditing: All the Learning You Crave, Fewer Fees
Consider auditing a class for self-enrichment and academic exploration when you don’t need the college credit. You may audit most credit courses offered by Pima Community College.
Course Refunds
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