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Healthcare Certification Programs

Fast, career-focused training designed to prepare students for real healthcare jobs.

CNA Certification

2-Week Program

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Become a Certified Nursing Assistant and provide essential patient care in hospitals and healthcare facilities.

Phlebotomy Technician

4-Week Program

Learn venipuncture techniques and blood specimen collection used in hospitals and laboratories.

EKG Technician

6-Week Program

Train to perform electrocardiograms used to monitor heart health.

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Why Students Choose 1st Step Healthcare Training

Graduate in Weeks, Not Years

Get certified in weeks, not years.

Real Clinical Training

Learn real clinical skills in a professional healthcare training environment.

Direct Path to Employment

Connections with Detroit healthcare employers and workforce programs.

Programs Built for Healthcare Careers

Programs designed to help students enter the healthcare field quickly.

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"If you’re doing your CNA class somewhere else, you’re wasting your time this is exactly where you’re supposed to be. I had the best experience with Mrs. Annette. She is an amazing teacher who is supportive, knowledgeable, and truly cares about her students. I’m very grateful for the experience and highly recommend this program."

Jonathan Barahona

CNA Grad

★★★★★

"My experience in the CNA class has been worth every penny. The instructor is truly amazing—the way she explains and teaches makes everything clear and easy to understand. She prays over you, encourages you, and genuinely wants nothing but the best for her students. She goes above and beyond in everything she does, and we’ve shared many heartfelt moments that showed just how much she really cares. I love that about her, and because of this experience, I will definitely be attending another program with her in the future."

Taona James.

Taona James

★★★★★

"Excellent program for all interested in CNA, Phlebotomy, and EKG. Hands on training from Skills to Clinicals, and a positive environment from owner/instructor down to the staff and students. Job well done on building a positive educational space for critical roles that impact life. Thank you! I'd recommend 1st Step Healthcare Training 1,000 times over."

Makenzie Moss

Dual Program Grad

★★★★★

"Wow I don’t even know where to start. Ms. Annette is an amazing instructor. She made the class fun yet so informative. For the class to be accelerated she makes sure no one is left behind before moving forward, helping build your confidence for the work field. Ms. Annette thank you. I could write for days and I am so happy I chose 1st Step for my continued education."

Shonique Echelle

CNA Grad

★★★★★

"This class Definitely prepared me for my CNA state exam and career, I’ve learned so much maybe more than I should. Ms. Annette gave me a real nursing home experience and taught me what to expect in real life other than just the book I definitely recommend her especially if you are serious about what you want to do ! "

Jamie Cook

Recent Grad