Health Professions Readiness

Certificate

Your First Step Toward a Career in Health Professions

Certificate of Completion (CCL) | 25-29 Credits

Are you thinking about a future in healthcare? The Healthcare Readiness Certificate at Pima Community College provides the perfect starting point. With just 25-29 credits, this program builds your foundational skills and prepares you for entry into a variety of health profession programs — from Nursing and Radiologic Technology to Surgical Technology, Respiratory Therapy, and more.

Whether you're exploring your options or getting ready to apply to a specific program, this certificate gives you a competitive edge.

Why Choose the Healthcare Readiness Certificate?

• Foundational Training: Learn core concepts in healthcare, including safety protocols, communication, and medical terminology — vital for all health professions.
• Flexible Entry Point: Completion of the certificate opens doors to any Health Professions program at Pima Community College.
• Hands-On Patient Care: Gain skills needed to work as a Patient Care Technician, providing direct support to patients while continuing your education.

What You'll Learn

Through Health Professions Readiness (HPR) courses, you’ll develop:

• Core skills in patient care, safety, and infection control
• Exposure to clinical environments and medical equipment
• Basic understanding of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
• Effective communication and teamwork strategies in healthcare
• Professionalism, ethics, and cultural competence

Pathway to Health Professions Programs

Planning to apply to Pima’s Health Professions programs? This certificate puts you ahead of the curve. The coursework aligns with common prerequisites and expectations, helping you build a strong academic and professional foundation before entering advanced programs.

Title IV Financial Aid eligible: Yes

Ready to get started?

Here’s what to do:

1. Apply to Pima Community College – Your journey begins here.
2. Meet with a Health Professions Advisor – Get one-on-one guidance tailored to your goals.
3. Enroll in HRP courses – Start earning credit while gaining practical, career-focused skills.

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