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Center of Emphasis Health Sciences   

The Center of Emphasis Health Sciences (COE) provides quality continuing education programs for health-related disciplines.

 In health care, we offer Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) and Phlebotomy Technician courses. The CCMA Certification Program is a ten-month program that prepares students for employment in inpatient and outpatient hospital settings, as well as physician practices/offices. The phlebotomy course is a combination of online learning, practical labs, and a rotation in a clinical setting. This course is designed to prepare students for the NHA (National Healthcareer Association) Phlebotomy Technician certification exam.

We offer EMT/Paramedic refresher courses periodically.

 
  • Mental Health First Aid - Virtual - Video Conference 
  • Fee: $100.00
    Dates: 3/18/2026 - 3/19/2026
    Times: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Days: W Th  Sessions: 2
    Location:  Video Conference Zoom
    Item Number: S26COEMHFAW04
    CEU: 0.7
    Contact Hours: 7
    Instructor: Dr. Tami West

    Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course teaches participants how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. This in-person course includes approximately two hours of required online prework, assigned by your instructor, which must be completed prior to attending the instructor-led session. After a short post-course survey, you will receive your Mental Health First Aid certification.

    The course includes:

    • An introduction to Mental Health First Aid
    • Mental Health First Aid Action Plan (ALGEE)
    • Mental Health First Aid for early signs and symptoms
    • Mental Health First Aid for crisis situations
    • Self-care for the Mental Health First Aider

    Participants will learn how to:

    • Recognize common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges
    • Recognize common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges
    • Interact with a person in crisis
    • Connect a person to appropriate professional help and other support strategies
    • Apply expanded knowledge related to trauma, substance use, and self-care

    Who Needs to Know Mental Health First Aid?

    Mental Health First Aid is valuable for:

    • Caring Individuals
    • Employers
    • Police Officers
    • Hospital Staff
    • First Responders

    Post Class Skills Refresher

    • A one-hour virtual session will be conducted approximately 30 days after the initial course.
    • Participants will reconnect to reflect on their experiences, practice the ALGEE Action Plan, evaluate readiness, identify barriers, and strengthen their confidence in providing support.
 

  • Mental Health First Aid - Virtual - Video Conference 
  • Fee: $100.00
    Dates: 5/20/2026 - 5/21/2026
    Times: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Days: W Th  Sessions: 2
    Location:  Video Conference Zoom
    Item Number: M26COEMHFAW02
    CEU: 0.7
    Contact Hours: 7
    Instructor: Dr. Tami West

    Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course teaches participants how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. This in-person course includes approximately two hours of required online prework, assigned by your instructor, which must be completed prior to attending the instructor-led session. After a short post-course survey, you will receive your Mental Health First Aid certification.

    The course includes:

    • An introduction to Mental Health First Aid
    • Mental Health First Aid Action Plan (ALGEE)
    • Mental Health First Aid for early signs and symptoms
    • Mental Health First Aid for crisis situations
    • Self-care for the Mental Health First Aider

    Participants will learn how to:

    • Recognize common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges
    • Recognize common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges
    • Interact with a person in crisis
    • Connect a person to appropriate professional help and other support strategies
    • Apply expanded knowledge related to trauma, substance use, and self-care

    Who Needs to Know Mental Health First Aid?

    Mental Health First Aid is valuable for:

    • Caring Individuals
    • Employers
    • Police Officers
    • Hospital Staff
    • First Responders

    Post Class Skills Refresher

    • A one-hour virtual session will be conducted approximately 30 days after the initial course.
    • Participants will reconnect to reflect on their experiences, practice the ALGEE Action Plan, evaluate readiness, identify barriers, and strengthen their confidence in providing support.
 

  • Mental Health First Aid - Virtual - Video Conference 
  • Fee: $100.00
    Dates: 6/13/2026 - 6/13/2026
    Times: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
    Days: Sa  Sessions: 1
    Location:  Video Conference Zoom
    Item Number: M26COEMHFAW03
    CEU: 0.7
    Contact Hours: 7
    Instructor: Dr. Tami West

    Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course teaches participants how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. This in-person course includes approximately two hours of required online prework, assigned by your instructor, which must be completed prior to attending the instructor-led session. After a short post-course survey, you will receive your Mental Health First Aid certification.

    The course includes:

    • An introduction to Mental Health First Aid
    • Mental Health First Aid Action Plan (ALGEE)
    • Mental Health First Aid for early signs and symptoms
    • Mental Health First Aid for crisis situations
    • Self-care for the Mental Health First Aider

    Participants will learn how to:

    • Recognize common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges
    • Recognize common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges
    • Interact with a person in crisis
    • Connect a person to appropriate professional help and other support strategies
    • Apply expanded knowledge related to trauma, substance use, and self-care

    Who Needs to Know Mental Health First Aid?

    Mental Health First Aid is valuable for:

    • Caring Individuals
    • Employers
    • Police Officers
    • Hospital Staff
    • First Responders

    Post Class Skills Refresher

    • A one-hour virtual session will be conducted approximately 30 days after the initial course.
    • Participants will reconnect to reflect on their experiences, practice the ALGEE Action Plan, evaluate readiness, identify barriers, and strengthen their confidence in providing support.
 

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