Rapid Credentials
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Rapid Credentials at TSC will get you into the workforce now with training for in-demand skills and high-value certifications. From healthcare to truck driving, TSC has a program to get you in a new career in 90 days or less.
Certificates
Looking for a quick credential to get your foot in the door? Certificate programs and continuing workforce education courses get you started in a new career.
Commercial Vehicle Driving
The Commercial Vehicle Driving Career Certificate program teaches a multitude of skills that prepare students for entry into the trucking and logistics industry.
Admission Requirements:
- At least a standard high school diploma or GED diploma
- Must be at least 18 years of age (Please note students under 21 years of age must show proof of employment or intent to hire within the trucking industry, due to most employers requiring candidates to be at least 21 years of age )
- Provide a 7-year Driving History no older than 45 days prior to the first day of class which shows no major traffic violations (including the below) within that timeframe:
- No DUI
- No Careless Driving
- No more than 6 points within 3 years
- Complete and pass the Department of Transportation (DOT) Physical Exam prior to the first day of class
- Complete and pass a Drug Screen within 30 days prior to the first day of class
Financial Aid:
This program is not eligible for Federal Financial Aid however, if eligible, you may qualify for VA benefits, other financial assistance, CareerSource funding, or participate in an alternative payment plan option.
Supplies:
Purchases for textbooks and uniforms may be made in the bookstore. Visit the TSC Bookstore today.
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Correctional Officer
Through TSC's Correctional Officer Certification Program, students can learn pratical skills, while also preparing for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement’s (FDLE) State Officer Certification Examination (SOCE). Additionally, this program provides job-related training to candidates for full-time or part-time correctional officer positions that require entry-level certification in accordance with Chapter 943, Florida Statutes, and Chapter 11B-35, Florida Administrative Code.
Emergency Medical Technician
Job growth and security, stimulating work environments, and the opportunity to serve the public are just some of the benefits of a career in Emergency Medical Services. The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certificate prepares students to perform safely and efficiently as part of a medical team. You’ll grow personally as you help meet the needs of your patients, their families, and your community. It takes two semesters to become certified as an EMT. Evening classes are available for the EMT certificate program.
Completion of the EMT Applied Technology Certificate Program at TSC qualifies students to sit for the registry exam as an EMT. Once licensed, you may wish to launch your career at this point, or you may wish to build on this foundation by proceeding to apply for paramedic training to become a registered paramedic.
Admission Pre-Requisites
- Must be at least 18 years of age and meet all admission requirements of the College, including appropriate placement scores
- Completed one of the following within the past two years: an approved college-level first aid course (HSC2400), an approved first responder course (EMS1059C) or have current certification as a First Responder
- Submit an Emergency Medical Technician program admission application by the published application deadline; this is a separate application from the College application
- The applicant must take the Florida Postsecondary Education Readiness Test (FPERT) and place in ENC1101, reading exempt and MAT0028, or have successfully passed the minimum of MAT0018, ENC0025 and REA0017. Please contact the TSC Testing Center at 201-8282 for information about FPERT.
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Nursing Assistant - Long Term Care (Certified Nursing Assistant)
The Nursing Assistant - Long Term Care/Home Health Aide course at the TSC Gadsden Center prepares students to enter the healthcare industry in an entry-level position as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Home Health Aide. The program provides students with classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction. Upon completing the program, students will earn a Certificate of Completion for Home Health Aide and register to complete the CNA Board Exam.
Length: 120 hours
Upcoming Course Offerings:
At the Gadsden Center
- 1/8/2024 - 2/8/2024 Mondays - Thursdays 6 p.m. - 10 p.m., plus 40 clinical hours
- 4/1/2024 - 5/2/2024 Mondays - Thursdays 6 p.m. - 10 p.m., plus 40 clinical hours
Course Cost: $320.28*
Get In Contact With Us or Call the Gadsden Center at (850) 558-3620.
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Phlebotomy Technician
This course prepares students to enter the healthcare industry as Certified Phlebotomy Technicians and includes theory and hands-on instruction. Individuals are trained in technical and procedural aspects of basic phlebotomy, including venipuncture and collection of blood specimens required to become a Phlebotomy Technician. For successful course completion, students must complete a minimum of 30 venipuncture and ten capillary live sticks. Upon successfully completing the program, students will earn a BLS/First Aid Certification and the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT).
Length: 75 hours
Requirements:
Students must be a minimum of 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED equivalency.
Upcoming Course Offerings:
At the Gadsden Center
- 1/8/2024 - 3/7/2024 Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 2 p.m. - 5 p.m., plus 2 hours online weekly
- 1/8/2024 - 3/7/2024 Tuesdays and Thursdays 1:30 p.m. - 5 p.m., plus 2 hours online weekly
At the Wakulla Center
- 1/8/2024 - 3/20/2024 Mondays and Wednesdays 6 p.m. - 9 p.m., plus 2 hours online weekly
- 3/18/2024 - 5/23/2024 Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 3 p.m. - 5 p.m., plus 2 hours online weekly
- 3/18/2024 - 5/23/2024 Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays 3 p.m. - 5 p.m., plus 2 hours online weekly
Course Cost: $895
Get In Contact With Us or Call the Gadsden Center at (850) 558-3620 or the Wakulla Center at (850) 558-3525.
Certified Medical Assistant
This course prepares students to understand foundational knowledge in basic science, anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, pharmacology, and nutrition. As well as clinical patient care related to phlebotomy, electrocardiography, parenteral administration, point-of-care testing, assessment & management skills. This course provides instruction of administrative tasks related to clinical medical assistants. Upon successfully completing the program, students will earn a BLS/First Aid Certification and the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA).
Length: 230 hours (150 hours classroom/80 hours clinical)
Requirements:
Students must be a minimum of 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED equivalency.
Upcoming Course Offerings:
- 1/8/2024 - 3/7/2024 Mondays - Fridays 9 a.m. - 12:45 p.m., plus 80 clinical hours
Course Cost: $1,550
Get In Contact With Us or Call the Gadsden Center at (850) 558-3620 or the Wakulla Center at (850) 558-3525.
Infant and Toddler Care
To prepare students seeking careers in early childhood education, child care facility management and/or child care facility ownership with specialized training.
Preschool Specialization
The goal is to prepare students seeking careers in early childhood education, childcare facility management, and/or childcare facility ownership with specialized training.
Introduction to Cloud Security
Introduction to Cloud Security introduces students to the concepts, principles, and practices of cloud security. The program explores and explains the strategies used to mitigate risks and protect sensitive information in cloud environments.
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