Online Certifications for Professional Development

Greensboro College also offers a variety of 100% online professional certifications through our Innovation and Workforce Development programs, designed for individuals seeking to quickly gain specialized skills for in-demand healthcare roles. On average, most certifications can be completed in as little as 3 to 6 months. These certifications are designed to help you expand your education, develop your skills, and broaden your career opportunities.

Professional Development Certificates

This certificate covers a wide range of skills to prepare students to function as professionals in multiple healthcare settings. Medical assistants with a clinical background perform various clinical tasks including assisting with the administration of medications and procedures, performing EKG electrocardiograms, and obtaining laboratory specimens for testing. Earn your certificate in as little as 4 months.


Gain the in-demand skills needed to give excellent dental care to patients. As a dental assistant, you can jumpstart your career in the medical field and make a difference in the lives of your patients. Start working in as little as 4 months!


EKG technicians (also known as ECG – Electrocardiogram) work in physician’s offices, hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities and organizations. The demand for this role is increasing nationally, and all you need is a certificate to start an entry-level job. You can begin working in as little as 2 months.


The future of healthcare is digital. Are you ready to be part of it? Our Health Information Technology course will equip you with the skills to lead the way and start a rewarding career in a booming industry.


Gain the in-demand skills needed to become a vital member of any medical team. As a Medical Administrative Assistant, you’ll assist with operations and promoting great patient care in your organization. Start working in as little as 4 months.


Medical Billing and Coding Specialists are the backbone of financial operations in medical facilities, ensuring they get paid accurately and on time. You’ll be the expert in translating medical services into standardized codes, preparing claims for insurance, and keeping the financial side of healthcare running smoothly.


Empower your future in healthcare. Our Patient Care Tech program provides the essential skills and knowledge to become a compassionate and skilled caregiver. Start working in as little as 4 months.


Learn the art of proper medication dispensation in a rapidly growing field. In just 2 to 4 months, you can acquire the skills you need to excel as a certified pharmacy technician, opening doors to a fulfilling career in the pharmaceutical industry.


Phlebotomy Technicians collect blood and non‐blood specimens for testing so that specimens can be analyzed in a clinical laboratory. As a vital member of any healthcare team, phlebotomists are employed in hospitals, neighborhood health centers, and medical group practices. Start learning online and earn your certificate in as little as 2 months.


Our Physical Therapy Aide and Administration Specialist program is the ideal opportunity for someone to gain entry into the field and assist members of the physical therapy team.


Healthcare professionals with the ability to understand, update, and maintain electronic health records are in great demand. Earn your Physician’s Office Assistant certificate online in as little as 4 months and start working!


Surgical and Sterile Prep Technicians are crucial members of the surgical and support teams, working under the supervision of surgeons to ensure safe and effective procedures. You’ll play a vital role in preparing the operating room, setting up sterile instruments and equipment, assisting surgeons, and managing the sterilization of medical devices.

This 4-to-6 month comprehensive training prepares you to uphold the highest standards of safety and efficiency in fast-paced medical settings.

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“I loved the GC Honors program and Greensboro College. I felt safe and a sense of genuine belonging at the college. I worked closely with my thesis advisor and professors who helped inspire me to define my path and passion of interest. That path has led me to my doctoral studies in Engineering Mechanics.”

- Joshua Fitzgerald, Class of ’19, Mathematics Major

Joshua currently studies astrodynamics at Virginia Tech University and is an Engineering Mechanics Ph.D. Candidate.