Can I take a Professional Development Academy™ program without healthcare experience?
Direct Answer
Sometimes, but these programs are designed for substantial development within a professional specialty, so review the intended audience first.
The Full Answer
Professional Development Academy™ programs are 39-hour experiences that assume you want depth in an area of healthcare work. Some specialties are accessible to someone new; others are more meaningful when you already have relevant experience to connect the learning to.
If you are new to healthcare, shorter foundational or essential learning may give you more value first, and you can move into Academy programs as your responsibilities grow.
The individual program page states the intended audience and any prerequisites.
Your Next Step
Review the intended audience on the specific program page, or use Career Navigator™ if you are unsure of the level.
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