Texas State University’s Continuing Education Office has partnered with MedCerts, an online provider of health care and medical training programs, to offer seven MedCerts health care programs, according to a Feb. 27 news release.
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MedCerts specializes in health care and information technology certification training, combining interactive online coursework with hands-on components like virtual simulations and real-world clinical experiences. Students can also receive support from career advisers, success coaches and health care employers looking to hire certified professionals, according to the release.
Texas State will offer MedCert health and specialty medical certification training programs for the following roles, according to the Texas State website:
- Electronic health records and reimbursement specialist
- Medical assistant
- Professional coder
- Medical front office and electronic health records
- Medication care coordinator
- Pharmacy technician professional
- Medical front office assistant and administration specialist
The flexible online programs, designed for working professionals and nontraditional students, aim to address the growing need for skilled health care workers. Texas State may expand its offerings in the future to meet demand, according to the release.
About 40% of Texas counties have unmet primary care health needs, according to the Texas Hospital Association. While nursing shortages contribute to this issue, there is also a high demand for medical assistants, surgical technicians, radiology technicians and pharmacy technicians.
The Texas Workforce Commission also lists health care support roles among the fastest-growing job categories in the state.
Robert Hiller, MedCerts’ director of academic partnerships, said the initiative helps students pursue health care careers without the constraints of traditional classroom programs.
“This initiative is about breaking down those barriers and providing a clear, flexible path to a meaningful career,” Hiller said in the release.
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Jorge P. Lopez, director of continuing education at Texas State, said the collaboration is a natural extension of the university’s commitment to accessible, career-focused education.
“We are committed to offering high-quality courses that empower students to build rewarding careers in the medical field while addressing critical workforce shortages,” Lopez said in the release.
