Career Pathways
The Education Fund’s Career Pathways are designed to help you gain the skills you need to move into one of these key growth positions quickly, no matter where you are in your career. These include: LVN/LPN, Medical Assistant, RN to BSN, Mental Health, Information Technology and more. Find out more about the individual career pathways via the links below.
If you would like to learn more about these opportunities, see the Career Pathways Dates and Locations page for a list of upcoming info sessions and application dates for available pathways. You can then RSVP for an info session via MyEdFund, our secure member portal. Also see the Career Pathway FAQs for more information.
Please note that we receive a tremendous response to our education and training programs. Availability is not guaranteed and varies based on demand, available spots, and our partnerships with educational providers.
Your Career Counselor/Regional Coordinator can discuss options with you and help you create an individualized education plan.
Certified Nursing Assistant
This program prepares students for a career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) by completing this program and sitting for the Certified Nursing Assistant State Exam. Learn more.
Imaging Technology
This pathway prepares students for a career in the field of Imaging Technology by completing one of several degree options. Learn more.
Information Technology
This pathway offers different degree and certificate options that will give students the basic skills needed to provide entry-level computer support and prepares you for a career in Information Technology. Learn more.
Laboratory (Phlebotomy)
This program prepares students for a career as a Phlebotomy Technician by completing this program with a Certificate of Completion, sitting for the National Certification Exam and and the State license exam. Learn more.
Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN)
This program prepares eligible members for the National Council Licensed Examination (NCLEX) for Vocational Nurse (California) or Practical Nurse (Oregon & Colorado). Learn more.
Medical Assistant
This program is designed to take you through all the steps you need to get ready, complete prerequisites, and participate in the MA program, wherever you are in your career. Learn more.
Mental Health
This program offers different degrees and certificate options in various focuses to prepare you for a career in mental health. Learn more.
Surgical Technologist
This program prepares eligible members with foundational knowledge in health sciences and fundamental professional skills for assisting during surgical procedures. Learn more.
Registered Nursing Options
The Education Fund offers Career Pathways for Registered Nurse, RN-to-BSN, and BSN-to-MSN. More information will be available soon.
Respiratory Therapy
This pathway offers Associate Degree and Bachelor Degree Programs. Learn more.
Sterile Processing
This program provides the training you need to become a Sterile Processing Tech, including healthcare sciences, medical instrument decontamination processes, preparation and packaging, current sterilization technologies, essential surgical instrument identification, and more. Learn more.
Questions?
Please see the Career Pathways Dates and Locations page for a list of upcoming info sessions and application dates for available pathways. You can then RSVP for an info session via MyEdFund, our secure member portal. Also see the Career Pathway FAQs for more information. Or contact the team at: pathways@theedfund.org.