2025 Academic Calendar

Get Registered for Summer Classes now - They FILL up FAST!
2-week FAST Track classes now posted through July 2025!

75-Hour (Initial) Certified Nurse Aide CNA

Our training center offers a variety of day and evening course options to choose from.  Classes range from 2 to 6 weeks in length - Choose the one the that fits your schedule!

  • Jan 13 - Jan 25, 2025: Day FAST Track - 2-Weeks! 8:30A - 5:00P *FULL*
  • Jan 27 - March 3, 2025: Morning Class Mon/Wed/Fri 8A - 12:15P (classroom hours) 7A - 3P (clinical hours)
  • Jan 28 - March 20, 2025: Afternoon Class Tues/TH 1P - 5:15P (classroom hours) 2P - 10P (clinical hours)
  • Jan 28 - March 6, 2025: Evening Class Tue/Wed/TH 5:30P - 9:30P (classroom hours) 2P-10P (clinical hours)
  • Feb 3 - Feb 14, 2025: Day FAST Track - 2-Weeks! 8:30A - 5:00P (classroom hours) 7A-3P (clinical hours)
  • March 4 - April 10, 2025: Evening and (4) Saturdays Class Tue/Wed/TH 5:30P - 9:30P (classroom hours) and 3/15, 3/22, 3/29 and 4/5 meet 7A-3P (clinical)
  • March 10 - March 21, 2025: Day FAST Track - 2-Weeks! 8A - 4:30P (classroom hours) 7A-3P (clinical hours)
  • March 24 - April 4, 2025: Day FAST Track - 2-Weeks! 8A - 4:30P (classroom hours) 7A-3P (clinical hours)
  • April 8 - May 10, 2025: Evening and (4) Saturdays Class Tue/Wed/TH 5:30P - 9:30P (classroom hours) and 4/19, 4/26, 5/3 and 5/10 meet 7A-3P (clinical)
  • April 14 - April 25, 2025: Day FAST Track - 2-Weeks! 8A - 4:30P (classroom hours) 7A-3P (clinical hours)
  • May 12 - May 23, 2025: Day FAST Track - 2-Weeks! 8A - 4:30P (classroom hours) 7A-3P (clinical hours)
  • June 2 - June 13, 2025: Day FAST Track - 2-Weeks! 8A - 4:30P (classroom hours) 7A-3P (clinical hours)
  • June 16 - June 27, 2025: Day FAST Track - 2-Weeks! 8A - 4:30P (classroom hours) 7A-3P (clinical hours)
  • July 7 - July 18, 2025: Day FAST Track - 2-Weeks! 8A - 4:30P (classroom hours) 7A-3P (clinical hours)
  • July 21 - August 1, 2025: Day FAST Track - 2-Weeks! 8A - 4:30P (classroom hours) 7A-3P (clinical hours)
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Certified Phlebotomy Technician, CPT (Hybrid)

Are you ready to enter the healthcare field or are you looking for a new career? Now more than ever is a great time to get started and our self-study (hybrid) course provides you the knowledge and skills necessary for your success!

So, just how does this work? Easy!

1.) Choose a course start date (listed below)

2.) Meet your instructor(s) on the course start date you choose (plan for 1-2 hours). You'll review course expectations, get familiar with our lab, and obtain your login and portal information to complete the online modules at home and at your pace!

3.) You can complete this course in 4 weeks or take up to 2 years - the choice is yours!

4.) You will need to attend a total of 18 hours of hands-on skills training in our lab. You will practice dermal, venipuncture, specimen collection, and more on simulators and on live humans.  

5.) After you successfully pass the online modules and the required lab hours, you'll earn your Certificate of Completion!

6.) Take the National Healthcare Association (NHA) Exam and become a Certified Phlebotomy Technician earning the credentials, CPT!

  • Each date listed below is a new course start date. You must be in attendance for this information session. You will receive portal access, lab time expectations and more. From the initial start date you have 2 years to complete the entire program.
  • Jan 22, 2025 - 1:00P - 3:00P (Start Date)
  • Feb 10, 2025 - 1:00P - 3:00P (Start Date)
  • March 3, 2025 - 1:00P - 3:00P (Start Date)
  • March 24, 2025 - 1:00P - 3:00P (Start Date)

Certified Billing & Coding Specialist Online

Transform your future with one of healthcare's most sought-after careers. Enroll in our Medical Billing and Coding Course and open doors to endless opportunities in the continually expanding healthcare sector.

Program Overview:
Our comprehensive online learning experience delivers professional-grade training through an interactive virtual platform. Through structured modules, live virtual sessions, and simulated practice exercises, you'll gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills from anywhere with an internet connection. The program combines self-paced study with scheduled virtual workshops, ensuring you master the essential competencies needed for success in medical billing and coding. Our digital learning tools and real-world case studies prepare you thoroughly for industry certification while fitting your schedule. Each module includes interactive assignments, virtual lab work, and professional mentorship to ensure you're ready to excel in this dynamic field. 

The minimum timeframe to complete the course is 12-weeks, but you can take up to 2 years to complete the program.  

Professional Certification: Upon completion, you'll be fully prepared to take the prestigious Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) examination through the National Healthcare Association (NHA). This industry-recognized certification demonstrates your expertise and commitment to excellence in the field.

Why Choose Us:

  • Interactive video lessons with industry experts
  • Step-by-step guided practice 
  • Virtual simulation labs 
  • One-on-one virtual mentoring sessions as you progress through the course
  • Weekly live Q&A sessions with instructors
  • 24/7 access to course materials
  • No previous healthcare experience required
  • Real-world case studies
  • CBCS national exam fee included 
  • Practice tests with detailed explanations
  • Performance tracking analytics

Each date listed below is a new course start date. You must be in attendance (virtual) for this information session. You'll will receive portal access, information and expectations of the course and meet your instructor(s). 

  • Feb 17, 2025 (1P-2:30P Zoom)
  • March 3, 2025 (1P-2:30P Zoom)
  • March 17, 2025 (1P-2:30P Zoom)
  • March 31, 2025 (1P-2:30P Zoom)

60-Hour Certified Medication Aide, CMA

Take Your Healthcare Career Further with Certified Medication Aide Training at Signature Healthcare!

Are you working in an Iowa long-term care facility and ready to advance your career? Earn your Certified Medication Aide certification with our comprehensive program that includes:

  • Complete classroom training
  • Supervised clinical experience
  • Final examination preparation and testing

As a current long-term care professional in Iowa, you can enhance your skills and increase your career opportunities while training at Signature Healthcare. Our program provides everything you need to become a certified medication aide, from initial coursework through final certification.

Ready to get started? Contact us to learn how you can begin your CMA journey!

You will learn: 

1.) Basic medication concepts: Understanding medication terminology, forms, abbreviations, measurements, and basic pharmacology

2.) Administration techniques: Proper methods for administering different types of medications (oral, topical, eye/ear drops, inhalers)

3.) Safety protocols: Learning medication safety, storage requirements, documentation procedures, and error prevention

4.) Legal requirements: Understanding state regulations, scope of practice, and legal responsibilities of medication aides

5.) Documentation: Learning proper record-keeping for medication administration and reporting procedures

6.) Side effects and interactions: Recognizing common medication side effects, adverse reactions, and drug interactions

7.) Special considerations: Handling specialized situations like medication refusal, missed doses, and working with specific patient populations

To enroll in this course, please make sure you meet the requirement of being sponsored by a licensed facility regulated by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, & Licensing (DIAL). For more information regarding registration, call us at (515) 252-0000.

  • Feb 17 - March 21, 2025: Mon/Wed/Fri 8A - 12:15P *Clinical hours are discussed on the first day of class
  • March 31 - April 14, 2025: M-F Day FAST Track 9A-4:30P *Clinical hours are discussed on the first day of class