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Adult Mental Health First Aid USA

Adult Mental Health First Aid USA

Location: Edinburg
Format: In-Class
Status: Open

This course will show participants how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders.

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Bereavement Coordinator Certificate

Bereavement Coordinator Certificate

Location: Edinburg
Format: In-class
Status: Open

This course is a two-day intensive experiential workshop where you will learn how to deliver evidenced-based programs and interventions to grieving individuals and communities.

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Clinical Medical Assistant Program

Clinical Medical Assistant Program

Location: Edinburg
Format: In-Class
Status: Open

This program is intended for participants seeking a challenging and rewarding career as a clinical medical professional.

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Dental Assistant Program

Dental Assistant Program

Location: Edinburg & Brownsville
Format: In-Class
Status: Open

The Dental Assistant Program prepares students for entry-level positions in one of the fastest-growing health care professions.

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EKG Technician Certification Program

EKG Technician Certification Program

Location: Edinburg & Brownsville
Format: Hybrid
Status: Closed

This comprehensive 50 hour EKG Technician Certification Program prepares students to function as EKG Technicians and to take the NHA Certified EKG Technician (CET) Certification Exam.

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Electronic Health Records Management

Electronic Health Records Management

Location: Edinburg & Brownsville
Format: In-Class
Status: Closed

This program prepares learners to understand and use electronic records in a medical practice

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Medical Billing and Coding

Medical Billing and Coding

Location: Online
Format: Live via Zoom
Status: Open

This program prepares you to work as a Medical Biller & Coder, and take a national billing and coding exam.

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Occupational Medicine

Occupational Medicine

Location: Edinburg
Format: Hybrid
Status: Closed

Course participants will learn to make quick diagnoses related to occupational injuries and navigate complex worker’s compensation processes.

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Ophthalmic Assistant Program

Ophthalmic Assistant Program

Location: Edinburg
Format: In-Class
Status: Closed

Begin your career in the field of vision healthcare as an Ophthalmic Assistant specializing in the anatomy, function and diseases of the eye.

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Personal Trainer

Personal Trainer

Location: Edinburg
Format: In-Class
Status: Open

Participants will cover practical fitness topics while obtaining their certification in personal training.

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Pharmacy Technician Program

Pharmacy Technician Program

Location: Edinburg & Brownsville
Format: In-Class
Status: Open

This program prepares you to work as a pharmacy technician and to take the PTCB's Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) exam.

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Phlebotomy Technician Program

Phlebotomy Technician Program

Location: Edinburg & Brownsville
Format: In-Class
Status: Open

This program prepares you to work as a Phlebotomy Technician and take the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) Exam

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Physical Therapy Aide

Physical Therapy Aide

Location: Edinburg & Brownsville
Format: Hybrid
Status: Closed

This comprehensive program prepares students for entry level Physical Therapy Aide positions as supportive personnel in a Physical Therapy practice.

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Veterinary Assistant Program

Veterinary Assistant Program

Location: Edinburg
Format: In-class
Status: Open

The Veterinary Assistant program prepares learners for a new career in the field of veterinary medicine.

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Youth Mental Health First Aid USA

Youth Mental Health First Aid USA

Location: Edinburg
Format: In-Class
Status: Closed

The Youth Mental Health First Aid USA curriculum is primarily focused on information participants can use to help adolescents and transition-age youth, ages 12-18.

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  • In-class: Our traditional in-class courses will be offered in a face-to-face format.
  • Hybrid Courses: Online courses that offer a variety of instructional materials, (videos, readings, discussions, assignments), available on-demand in weekly modules; plus optional live meetings with the instructor and fellow students. The weekly meetings are recorded.
  • Hybrid - Live Via Zoom: Online courses offered with live meetings using Zoom with assigned dates and times. Some courses may include face to face Lab classes.

Contact Us - UTRGV Continuing Education


UTRGV CESS BLDG

1407 E Freddy Gonzalez 
CESS Building, Rm. 1700
Edinburg, TX 78539-2999

Phone: (956) 665-2071
continuinged@utrgv.edu

Brownsville Campus

101 St Joseph Dr, 
Brownsville, Texas 78520

Phone: (956) 882-7711

Hours

Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM CST

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