ESL for Healthcare Certificate of Competency

The ESL for Healthcare Certificate of Competency prepares intermediate ESL students for careers in healthcare. The curriculum also serves as a pathway to noncredit and credit Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. Students gain knowledge on essential vocabulary used in communicating in the healthcare field, understanding verbal and written directions, medical emergencies, medication, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid, safety, and basic patient needs.