First Step Training Programs

Take the First Step Toward Your Healthcare Career Today!

Looking to start a career in healthcare, but feeling held back by language barriers? Our First Step programs are here to help you overcome those challenges and unlock a world of opportunities in the healthcare field. Our training is designed specifically for non-native English speakers, combining ESL instruction with medical knowledge to ensure your success in a variety of healthcare careers.

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Why Choose Our First Step Programs?

Language Skills + Medical Knowledge
Tailored for individuals with limited English proficiency, our programs help you develop the communication and medical skills essential for success in healthcare.

Live, Interactive Online Classes
Join live, real-time sessions led by native-speaking instructors fluent in Haitian Creole, Spanish, Portuguese, and more!

Fully Virtual Learning Environment
Learn from anywhere with ZOOM classes that provide real-time interaction and immediate feedback.

About Our Training Programs

Our career training programs are delivered online, enabling students to pursue self-paced, mentor-supported learning in their area of interest. We also provide a variety of student and graduate resources to ensure students’ success post-graduation. Many in the industry believe the various training programs provided by AHDPG offer the best bang (content, preparation, and instruction) for the money.

Hospitals, clinics, medical billing and coding services, medical insurance companies, and other employers continue to recognize the value of hiring an AHDPG graduate, and we appreciate the fine healthcare employers (Employer Affiliates). They have graciously tested and hired our new graduates over the years.

Program Elements

English Language Proficiency Assessment

Candidates take an online assessment and are assigned to one of six group (CEFR) levels according to their results.

ELL Training

Goal: Develop the English language skills of individuals interested in pursuing a career in healthcare.

Medical Terminology for Bilingual Individuals

Goal: Provide students with a thorough understanding of the language used in healthcare. Students study medical terminology in English and their Native Language and will align with the Anatomy & Physiology curriculum outlined below.

Anatomy & Physiology

Goal: Provide foundational knowledge of human anatomy & physiology, crucial for understanding the practice of medicine and patient care.

Understanding the U.S. Healthcare System

Goal: Develop learners understanding of the structure, professionals, and processes that make up the U.S. Healthcare System.

Career Development

Goal is to equip students with the clinical, administrative and healthcare documentation skills needed to assist healthcare professionals in settings like doctor’s offices or hospitals. Students can choose from a variety of roles including:
- Medical Assisting – Clinical or Administrative
- Contact (Call) Center Associate for Healthcare
- EKG, Phlebotomy, or Patient Care Technician
- Medical Billing and Coding
- Medical Office Management
- Medical Scribe
- Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Assistant Scribe

Our First Step Training Programs

Please consider each of our training programs carefully and call us to discuss the best health care career option(s) for your specific situation.

First Step (Haitian Creole): Lanse Yon Karyè Nan Swen Sante

This program is designed for individuals whose native language is Haitian Creole.

First Step (Spanish): Lanza Tu Carrera en Salud

This program is designed for individuals whose native language is Spanish.

First Step (Portuguese): Iniciar Uma Carreira na Saúde

This program is designed for individuals whose native language is Portuguese.

First Step Training Programs

Why Choose Our First Step Programs?

About Our Training Programs

Program Elements

Our First Step Training Programs

First Step (Haitian Creole): Lanse Yon Karyè Nan Swen Sante

First Step (Spanish): Lanza Tu Carrera en Salud

First Step (Portuguese): Iniciar Uma Carreira na Saúde

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