Clinical Health Care

The clinical health care programs train workers for roles requiring direct patient care and contact. These positions often are responsible for helping to diagnose, treat, and provide ongoing medical care to patients in hospital, clinic, and private home settings. In addition to completion of online training, some of these positions may also require externship or other work-based experiences.

Career Diploma & Career Certificates

Typically can be completed in 6-9 months
Upon successful completion, learners earn credentials aligned to industry standards and employer's needs

Certificates of Completion

Typically can be completed in 1-3 months
Designed for workers to quickly learn and apply skills in healthcare support functions

Our Programs

Dental Assistant

Career Diploma Accredited

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Dietary Aide

Certificate

Home Health Aide

Career Diploma Accredited

medical professional assisting a patient.

Hospital Care Assistant

Certificate

woman by a patient’s bedside in a hospital.

Hospital Companion

Certificate

Medical Assistant

Associate Degree Accredited

In Demand

Medical Assistant

Career Diploma Accredited

physical therapist helping patient use walking bars.

Physical Therapy Aide

Career Diploma Accredited

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Sterile Processing Technician

Career Diploma Accredited

News & Resources

Together with hundreds of leading organizations, Penn Foster is working to bridge the gap between education and economic opportunity.

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The Future of Work and Training in Healthcare

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How Colleges Can Offer Healthcare Training

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Find Medical Assistants During Staffing Shortages

Learn how to address healthcare hiring challenges and where to find qualified medical assistants to work in your facility.

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Penn Foster currently works with hundreds of leading employers to meet their unique organizational needs.