Looking for a new career?
North Shore employers are hiring and they want trained workers. By completing these courses, you’ll have better access to local job opportunities. Explore free, short-term career training in healthcare. Thanks to funding from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts all classes are free for those who qualify. Enrollment process and requirements vary by course. Check back often for new free training programs.
Prepare for an entry level career in healthcare while preparing you for the Massachusetts State Board exam to become a Certified Nurse Assistant. Course also includes certifications in Home Health Aide, CPR, CMS Hand-in Hand Dementia Training, and a clinical experience in a long term care facility with a Registered Nurse Instructor. Average salary of a Nurse Assistant in MA is $30,000-$45,000 (entry level-experienced).
Schedule
Jul 13-Sep 28 | Mon, Wed and Fri | 9:00am-1:00pm | Lynn campus
Qualifications
- 18 years of age or older.
- Resident of Massachusetts.
- Unemployed or underemployed or belong to under-represented population.
- Background check: CORI/SORI.
- Immunizations including COVID+ booster and Flu.
Ready to apply?
This program is funded by a grant through MassHire North Shore. Email Nilsa Viera nviera@masshire-nscareers.org to apply.
Phlebotomists are a vital member of the clinical laboratory team, whose main function is to obtain patient’s blood specimens by venipuncture and micro-collection for testing purposes. Phlebotomists are employed throughout the healthcare system including in hospitals, neighborhood health centers, medical group practices, HMO’s, public health facilities, veteran hospitals, insurance carriers, and in other healthcare settings.
This program prepares learners to collect blood specimens from clients for the purpose of laboratory analysis. Learners will become familiar with all aspects of blood collection and will review the skills needed to perform venipunctures safely. Topics in this course include medical terminology, related anatomy and physiology, blood collection procedures, and procedures for collection of other types of specimens within the scope of practice of the phlebotomist.
Schedule
Jun 1 - Aug 26 | Mon, Wed & Fri | 9:00am-1:00pm | Lynn campus
Qualifications
- 18 years of age or older.
- Resident of Massachusetts.
- Unemployed or underemployed or belong to under-represented population.
- Background check: CORI/SORI.
- Immunizations including COVID+ booster and Flu.
Ready to apply?
This program is funded by a grant through MassHire North Shore. Email Nilsa Viera nviera@masshire-nscareers.org to apply.
Prepare for an entry level position as a "chair-side dental assistant". The program begins with an exploration of the history of dentistry, tracing its evolution and advancements over time. Students are then introduced to the dental office environment, including its structure, legal considerations, and ethical responsibilities. Understanding oral anatomy, physiology, and pathology is essential, as it provides the framework for learning about tooth structures, both primary and permanent, and the overall function of the oral cavity. In addition to in-classroom instruction, this program also includes hands-on labs, a 40-hr clinical externship, RHS certification, and NWCA Dental Assistant Certification. Average salary of Dental Assistant in MA is $58,668.
Mar 31| THIS "FREE" PROGRAM IS FULL
Summer Open Enrollment
- Jun 1-Jul 31 | Mon, Wed & Fri| 9am-12pm| Danvers Campus | Cost $1,699
- Jul 20-Oct 14 | Mon & Wed | 6-9pm| Lynn Campus | Cost $1,699
email professional@northshore.edu for more information.
Other options for professional development
Certification and Licensing
Industry-recognized, short-term certification training that can help you advance your career.
Online Courses
Open enrollment, self-paced courses that can help you acquire professional-level positions.
Prior Learning
Explore ways to receive college credit for prior and experiential learning at NSCC.
Contact Us
If you have a question about a current class or how to register for non-credit courses, please email or call us. You can also reference our Frequently Asked Questions.
Email: professional@northshore.edu
Phone: 978-236-1200
Join Our List
Share your email with us to receive the latest updates on new training opportunities and Professional Education courses.