Fast & Affordable Medical Certificate Programs

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 O.
"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 R.
"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 O.
"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.
"I love Altamont Healthcare! The staff is so helpful and generous. The best experience I’ve had in a vocational school they are very knowledgeable. The learning experience was the best! The staff is so friendly and helpful. I will definitely recommend and return to further my education!"

Shelly M.

Student
"Great experience in a short time. Lynda is an awesome instructor. Great staff and great admin who not only care about you graduating from the program but also guide you to get the job. I highly recommend Altamont Healthcare. I graduated in April 2022 as a certified EKG Technician. Thanks to Altamont Healthcare team for helping me and guiding me through this awesome journey and now I'm ready to work in medical field."

Raj K.

Student
"I can't emphasize enough how exceptional this institution is for learning. The instructors here are truly remarkable, demonstrating effective communication skills by attentively listening to students and adeptly explaining complex topics in a clear, concise, and engaging manner. Their teaching style has greatly facilitated my understanding of the material, and I'm deeply grateful for everything they do."

Priya J.

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%)

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

Career Readiness

Externship and BLS Certification

Our Programs are FAST

We offer the fastest healthcare certificate programs in the Central Valley, beating industry standards by months! Even our longest course, Tech in Surgery, 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

5-10 Weeks

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

Electrocardiogram Technician

5-10 Weeks

EKG: Electrocardiogram Tech takes 5-10 weeks.

Tech in Surgery

8 Months

TS-C: Tech in Surgery takes 8 months of instruction and 300 hours of clinical externship (4-6 months).

Special Deal

Get up to 15% off tuition when you enroll with one of our in-house payment plans!

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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