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CONTINUING EDUCATION & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

Summer 2026 Programs

Patient Care Technician (PCT) Certificate*

A PCT provides direct care and support to patients under the supervision of registered nurses or other healthcare providers. This certificate builds upon basic nursing aid skills.

The PCT program includes:

. Certified Nursing Assistant

. Electrocardiogram (EKG)

. Phlebotomy

. Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Students succesfully completing the program can take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification exam. The NHA and state exam fees are included in tuition. Textbooks are not included in tuition.

Prerequisites:

1. Students must have a high school diploma, GED®, or HSE

2. A pre-assessment test in Math and Reading is required prior to registration

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA) Program*

A CMA is dedicated to patient care management. They ensure quality patient care, performing administrative and clinical tasks.

The CMA program includes:

. Taking medical histories and vital signs

. Assisting with phlebotomies and EKGs

. HIPAA standards that ensure patient privacy

. Preparation for employment

Students succesfully completing the program can take the NHA certification exam. The NHA and state exam fees are included in tuition. Textbooks are not included in tuition.

7/27–11/25/26 Mon & Wed 5:30pm to 9:30pm

H2100-001-SU26 34 sessions 133 hrs. $3,550** (Hybrid)

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program*

The CNA program includes:

. Anatomy & Physiology

. CPR certification

A CNA provides essential daily care to patients, under the supervision of nurses, focusing on hygiene, mobility, and comfort.

7/13–11/3/26 Mon–Th 5:00pm to 9:00pm H2015-001-SU26 64 sessions 256 hrs. $2,699** (Hybrid)

Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) Program

A CBCS translates healthcare services into standardized codes for insurance reimbursement and manages the billing process.

This program includes a series of courses:

. CPT-4 Coding and ICD-10-CM/PCS Coding

. Electronic Health Records

. Medical Billing for Private Practice

. Medical Terminology

. Microsoft Office

. Review and Preparation for the Exam

Prerequisites:

1. Students must have a high school diploma, GED® or HSE

2. Maintain a 70% or “C” grade average in each course or repeat the course at student’s expense

3. Maintain a 90% attendance rating

Mon–Th 6:00pm to 9:00pm 7/13–1/10/26

H2076-01-SU26 70 sessions 210 hrs. $3,000** (Virtual)

. Fundamentals of Patient Care

. Clinical experience in a residential healthcare facility

. Occupational and English literacy skills

Prerequisites:

1. Students must have a high school diploma, GED® or HSE

2. Students must attend an in-person orientation session. An in-person entrance exam will be administered every Thursday and Friday from 10:00am to 12:00pm

3. A pre-assessment test in Math and Reading is required prior to registration

4. Complete medical clearance due two weeks before class ends

Mon–Th 6:00pm to 9:00pm 7/6–10/1/26

H2001-001-SU26 51 sessions 152 hrs. $1,299** (Hybrid)

Prior learning credits may be available for the following programs: CNA, CMA, and CBCS, pending departmental approval.

* Two hours of class time will be dedicated to improving math and study skills to ensure your success in the classroom and in the field.

** There is a non-refundable $25 processing and administrative fee per person, one-time per semester.

Information Sessions

Virtual or In-Person JUNE

Wed., June 17, 12:30pm–1:30pm (Virtual)

Wed., July 8, 12:30pm–1:30pm (Virtual)

Wed., July 22, 6:00pm–7:00pm (Virtual)

Wed., August 12, 12:30pm–1:30pm (Virtual)

Wed., August 26, 6:00pm–7:00pm (Virtual)

Wed., Sept. 9, 6:00pm–8:00pm (In-Person)

Wed., Sept. 16, 12:30pm–1:30pm (Virtual)

Attend an Info Session and get a 5% discount when registering for a program.

Scan to receive a confirmation email with Zoom meeting instructions. In-Person sessions are held on campus. https://forms.office.com/r/mffnSbymNe

Things to Know

For More Information, call 718-518-6656

Learn More About Certifications and Courses www.hostos.cuny.edu/Continuing-ed

https://www.hostos.cuny.edu/Continuing-Ed/Online-Registration

CEWD Tuition Assistance

https://www.hostos.cuny.edu/Administrative-Offices/Divisionof-Continuing-Education-Workforce-Develop/GeneralInfo/Tuition-Assistance

Scholarship Opportunities

Career Success Scholarship - Helena Rubinstein, contact Magdalena Ramirez-Nieves at maramirez@hostos.cuny.edu

ACE Scholarship Fund https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=s_Bg bwZfCU6XFZiduozH2KaOFW32B3dFqTv2uWRDfzRUNlVB WElDNzgxTFJKT0UzRzI5MU9aVlBONi4u&route=shorturl

Hostos CEWD College Success Scholarship https://forms.office.com/r/Gs40sB0XUW

Earn Credits for Prior Learning or Apply Credits to an Associates Degree, contact Ronaldo Pimentel at rpimentel@hostos.cuny.edu

There is a non-refundable $25 processing and administrative fee per person, one-time per semester.

Review CEWD Policies and Procedures

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