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Sterile Processing Technician
Endoscope Reprocessing Technician
Electrocardiogram Technician
Tech in Surgery
Externship

Our Courses are Fast, Flexible, and Affordable

Altamont Healthcare is committed to offering quality courses that ensure our students' success. As a result, we are one of the highest-rated trade schools in California.

In addition to the quality of our programs, we offer speed, flexibility, and affordability so that anyone can start a new career with us.

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  • "What an amazing experience in such a short time. Laurie is a wonderful instructor. She goes above and beyond for each student. She has been a great mentor. The material was trying at times, but Laurie explained everything to the fullest over and over again. Thank you, Altamont. Summer 2018"

    Melissa Ohanneson

  • "I have been recommending this program to all my family and friends I was able to learn so much and in such a short time I’m ready for the big test also my teacher Khristian Cruz was excellent he made sure everyone in the class understood the subject before moving on to the next chapter thank you Khristian and thanks Altamont Healthcare."

    Andres Rodriguez

  • "I just graduated from the EKG Tech course and passed my NCCT exam. Absolutely the best teacher I've ever had! Great course to get in and out and to change your life. It's tough material to learn but well worth the journey."

    Mel Owens

  • "I recently earned my certification of completion at Altamont, and if anybody is considering entering the medical field, I recommend checking out Altamont Healthcare. The program that I took was Sterile Processing and my instructor was Khristian, who is a great instructor!!!! He made the course very interesting and enjoyable. Thank you, Khristian."

    David G.

  • "Great experience at Altamont Healthcare! Teachers and staff are very helpful throughout the whole process!"

    Amanda Fischer
    Student

  • "Certified right after the class! Great and helpful instructors."

    Kayla Lyons
    Student

  • "I loved my experience here at Altamont Healthcare! I took my basic sterile reprocessing and flexible endoscope reprocessing courses here and I also was able to obtain my BLS certificate."

    Joe Silva
    Student

Our Programs are Tailored to You

We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to work in healthcare regardless of time constraints or income. Not everyone has the time and money to go to school full time. That’s why our courses have:

Flexible Schedules

Days, Nights, and Weekends

Blended Learning

Online lectures (80%) & In-person labs (20%)

Online-Only Option

Students also have the option of being a full distance student (100% online)

Flexible Payments

Flexible payment options with discounts of up to 10%

Custom Payments

Customized payment plans are available upon request.

Exam Readiness

Comprehensive Exam Reviews and Practice Exams

Our Programs are FAST

We offer the fastest healthcare certification programs in the Central Valley, beating industry standards by months! Even our longest course, Surgical Technologist Certification, finishes in just 8 months compared to the industry standard of 2 years. Altamont Healthcare will get you where you want to be in the fastest way possible.

Sterile Processing Technician

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5-10 Weeks

SPD: Sterile Processing and Distribution Tech takes 5-10 weeks.

Endoscope Reprocessing Technician

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2-3 Weeks

ERT: Endoscope Reprocessing Tech takes 2-3 weeks.

Electrocardiogram Technician

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5-10 Weeks

EKG: Electrocardiogram Tech takes 5-10 weeks.

Tech in Surgery

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8 Months

ST: Surgical Tech takes 8 months of instruction and 300 hours of clinical externship (4-6 months).

Special Deals

Enroll in both SPD & ERT programs and we will waive the $250 ERT registration fee.

Enroll in both SPD & ERT programs and we will waive the $250 ERT registration fee.

Expand Your Horizons with Externships

We are committed to giving our students every opportunity to grow their professional careers, so our externship program is available for all graduates who have passed their board exams. Learn more about externships here.

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School Values

Comprehensiveness

Our programs build your knowledge from the ground up. We give you the building blocks to prepare you for the rigor of the healthcare industry.

Growth

Our teaching staff are professionals with years of experience. They will guide you towards peak performance and success in your new career.

Community

We are dedicated to bolstering trade jobs and increasing the number of healthcare workers in our area.

Accessibility

Everyone should have the opportunity to work in healthcare regardless of time constraints or income.