TCC is excited to offer a Certified Phlebotomy Technician course at the TCC Gadsden Center. This course prepares students to enter the healthcare industry as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician and includes theory and hands-on instruction. Individuals are trained in technical and procedural aspects of basic phlebotomy, including venipuncture and collection of blood specimens required to become a Phlebotomy Technician. For successful course completion, students must complete a minimum of 30 venipuncture and 10 capillary live-sticks. Upon successful completion of the program, students will earn a BLS/First Aid Certification and the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT). 

Length: 75 hours

Requirements:

Students must be a minimum of 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED equivalency.

Course Dates:

• April 3, 2023 - May 12, 2023 Mondays - Wednesdays 9am-12:30pm, plus 4 clinical days 5 hours each

Course Cost: $895

The Home Health Aide course at the TCC Gadsden Center prepares students to enter the healthcare industry in an entry level position as a Home Health Aide. Individuals employed in this field provide routine individualized healthcare to patients who are elderly, recovering from an illness or have disabilities. They also monitor and report changes in health status of their patients, provide personal care and companionship. The program provides students both classroom and laboratory instruction. Upon successful completion of the program, students will earn a BLS/First Aid Certification and a Certificate of Completion required for employment in a Medicaid facility.

Length: 75 hours

Course Dates: 

8-Week Session

• January 16, 2023 - March 10, 2023 Mondays and Wednesdays 6pm-8pm; Saturdays 8am-2pm

Course Cost: $550, eligible students can apply for funding through Sunshine Health Scholarship

Integrated Education and Training: GED and ESOL students have the opportunity to earn a Home Health Aide Certificate while completing their course of study.

Call 850-558-3620 for more information.

Nursing Assistant - Long Term Care

The Nursing Assistant - Long Term Care course at the TCC Gadsden Center prepares students to enter the healthcare industry in an entry level position as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). The program provides students with classroom, laboratory and clinical instruction. Upon successful completion of the program, students will take the CNA Board Exam. 

Length: 120 hours

Course Dates: April 3, 2023 - May 5, 2023 Mondays - Thursdays 6pm-10pm, plus clinicals

Course Cost: Program is funded for eligible students through the Sunshine Health Scholarship Application

For additional information, please contact 850-558-3620.

 CNA FAQ Spring2023 - 4.3.23

The TCC Gadsden Center offers onsite GED classes and ESOL classes for registered individuals. All prospective GED students must take the TABE test. All prospective ESOL students must take the CASAS test. Classes are held:

GED
Monday – Thursday
9:00 am to 12:00 pm

GED in Spanish

Monday - Thursday
1:00 pm to 3:30 pm

ESOL
Monday – Thursday
6:00 pm to 8:30 pm

To learn more or to register for class, visit Three Easy Steps to Enroll in Adult Ed Classes.

Available through the Division of Workforce Development, The TCC Gadsden Center offers you access to training in a variety of industries. Programs include: HVAC, Retail Customer Service, Medical Office Technology, Truck Driving, and more. To see a complete list, access the Division for Workforce Development In-Demand Training for Individuals.

The TCC Gadsden Center conveniently offers a variety of testing services.  Testing services include:

• Online class proctored testing for TCC students
• Distance Learning testing for students of other universities and colleges
• PERT Testing for college admissions
• TABE Testing

The TCC Gadsden Center offers the TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education). TABE tests can be scheduled Monday - Friday between the hours of 9am - 3pm. 

All tests require a minimum of 24 hours advance scheduling in order to guarantee availability. 

To schedule a testing time, call (850) 558-3620 or email GadsdenCenter@tcc.fl.edu.

Financial aid and scholarships are available for eligible students. Visit the TCC Financial Aid & Scholarship office or access the application for scholarships offered through Tallahassee Community College.

Other payment options may be available to help you in covering the cost of training. Learn more about Other Student Resources.

If you have concerns about registration, receiving accommodations, or getting around campus, TCC’s Student Accessibility Services (SAS) Office is committed to providing the access you need to be successful. Visit their webpage for a listing of available services.