Your future in healthcare starts here.
Get skills, certifications, and support to help start or advance your career in healthcare. All for free.
Why Goodwill?
At Goodwill Columbus, we believe in the “power of work.” Our goal is to help you reach your goals! Our free job training programs and credentials are open to the public — regardless of work experience — and accessible throughout Franklin County.
We offer:
- Always free
- 1-on-1 job coaching
- Industry-recognized credentials
- Job placement with some of Central Ohio’s top employers
Ready to start your career in healthcare?
Specialized training and industry-recognized credentials can help accelerate your career in a variety of exciting roles.
Surgical Technician
Surgical Technicians assist surgical teams by preparing operating rooms and maintaining sterile environments during procedures. It’s a hands-on role in fast-paced settings and can serve as a foundation for advanced healthcare careers.
Average Pay: $62,800
Pharmacy Technician
Pharmacy technicians assist with daily operations, such as filling prescriptions, managing inventory, processing insurance claims, and interacting with customers or patients to ensure smooth workflow.
Average Pay: $43,460
Medical Billing/Coding
Medical coders review patient records and assign standard codes for diagnoses, procedures, and treatments. You’ll often find them working in hospitals, doctors’ offices, and insurance companies.
Average Pay: $54,979
Healthcare Administrator
Healthcare administrators manage the day-to-day operations of hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. They make sure everything runs smoothly, efficiently, and safely for both staff and patients.
Average Pay: $94,052
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Classes can be completed remotely in 24 weeks or less, depending on the student’s skillset.
The training offered through this program comes at no cost to participants.
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Real stories, real impact.
Meet Shanele
“I had always wanted to be a nurse,” Shanele said. “But I had a baby at 18, so I wasn’t able to pursue that path. When I saw that an CNA certification was a requirement to becoming an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), I knew I could use this as my launching pad.”
Meet Nina
When Nina first heard about the Goodwill Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program from another mom at her childcare job, she was intrigued. The program offered a chance to expand her skills and earn extra income, but it also represented something more—an opportunity for personal growth and a chance to progress in her career.
Meet Chandalita
“From my experience, Goodwill really cares. My career coach was there, no matter what I needed – whether it was not having enough gas money or offering emotional support when I was overwhelmed,” Chandalita explained. “Through the program, I have been able so accomplish a lot, and I am really proud.”