The Pharmacy Technology Program at Cuyahoga Community College is no longer accepting new program applications and will be discontinued effective Dec. 22, 2024. Current program students must complete their pharmacy technology courses by the end of Fall 2024. For more information, contact Mr. Greg Malone, Associate Dean, Health Careers and Sciences, Eastern Campus, [email protected], and reference the communication you have received about the program discontinuation and how to complete your licensure coursework after Dec. 22, 2024.

The Laboratory Phlebotomy Short-Term Certificate is a skills-oriented program designed to educate and train persons to skillfully collect blood specimens in a variety of situations. The curriculum includes introduction to blood collection, special blood collecting techniques, medical terminology, medical ethics, asepsis, human biology, and an eight week period of clinical hands-on experience in a hospital or medical clinic. Tri-C’s Phlebotomy Program is approved by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). 

This program is designed for individuals interested in pursuing a career as an Emergency Medical Technician. It prepares students for entry level positions with ambulance and Emergency Medical Services (EMS). As many EMS services are a component of fire departments, it is also important for those pursuing a career as a firefighter. Students who successfully complete this program are eligible to take the National Registry of EMT examination. Successful completion of this examination is necessary for State of Ohio EMT certification.

In a bustling urban setting, Cuyahoga Community College shines as a leading path for aspiring healthcare practitioners, offering an acclaimed Medical Assistant certification program. This innovative institution blends hands-on training with rigorous academics, allowing students to explore diverse medical disciplines and apply theoretical knowledge in real-life situations. The comprehensive curriculum covers anatomy, physiology, medical coding, and more, preparing students for clinical tasks like taking patient history and administering injections, as well as administrative functions like scheduling appointments and maintaining records. With experienced faculty sharing industry insights, students gain valuable firsthand experiences, enhancing their readiness for the workforce. State-of-the-art facilities, including simulation labs, provide realistic hospital setups for skill practice. Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, the program ensures its legitimacy and value in the healthcare job market. Graduates find numerous employment opportunities in hospitals, physicians' offices, and more, solidifying Cuyahoga Community College's status as a beacon of vocational education, shaping proficient healthcare professionals for the future.

Submission of a Health Career Program Application is not required for this program.  A student pursuing the Medical Billing Specialist Certificate must be eligible to enter into English 1010 and Math 1000-level. A Tri-C Academic Counselor can approve registration into the Medical Billing Specialist course sequence once these eligibility requirements have been met. Consult with an Academic Counselor to determine if these required placement levels have been met or if additional coursework is necessary.  

Upon completion of all courses in the Medical Billing Specialist program sequence, a student should complete a Petition for Degree/Certificate form and submit it to the Tri-C Enrollment Center.

The Medical Billing Specialist Certificate is a short-term program established to prepare students for employment in physicians' offices, medical insurance companies and outpatient billing services.