Health Career Programs

Emergency Medical Services

Enroll in our Emergency Medical Services training, available in noncredit and credit programs, and qualify to obtain NYS Certification. These programs are designed for individuals interested in emergency preparedness, response, and recovery. The goal is to create a well-prepared EMS workforce. Individuals will be equipped to join the New York State Emergency Response and Recovery organization upon successful completion.

The following courses are offered:

  • Basic Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B) [6 college credits]
  • Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) [8 college credits]
  • Certified First Responder (CFR)
  • Refresher courses for all levels

Health Care Skills

Join the rapidly growing industry of healthcare by enrolling in CCWD’s partnership program with Career Step, a leader in online healthcare education. Explore various healthcare opportunities with self-paced online career training programs. Gain the skills to secure a job in areas such as:

  • Dental Assistant
  • Medical Assistant EKG Technician
  • Medical Coding and Billing for Outpatient
  • Medical Billing Medical Office Manager
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • Medical Scribe

Cannabis Career

The Cannabis industry is growing at an unprecedented rate and the demand for skilled professionals is higher than ever. As the industry continues to expand, new opportunities are emerging in fields such as cultivation, retail, extraction, product development, and more.

Cannabis Retail Specialist

  • Medical uses of cannabis
  • Therapeutic uses of THC and CBD
  • Titration and dosing

Cannabis Extraction and Product Development Specialist

  • State and local compliance considerations
  • Cannabis oil & extracts
  • Extraction operations

Cannabis Cultivation Specialist

  • Product safety
  • Harvesting, trimming, processing, curing and storage
  • Best practice security procedures