Train for a healthcare career in less than 6 months

Yes. When you complete your program, you'll earn a Certificate of Completion from the regionally accredited SMU Continuing and Professional Education.

We regularly review and update our curriculum to reflect current industry standards, so you can feel confident you're learning the skills employers are looking for and preparing for certification where applicable.

SMU Continuing and Professional Education partners with Preppy to offer flexible, online career training programs designed to prepare students with practical skills for in-demand careers.

Through this partnership, students can complete their training online and at their own pace, with Preppy providing the learning platform and student support throughout the program. Upon successful completion, students earn a Certificate of Completion and digital badge from SMU Continuing and Professional Education. The digital badge can be shared on LinkedIn, in an email signature, or elsewhere online to showcase your completed training.

SMU Continuing and Professional Education is part of Southern Methodist University (SMU), a regionally accredited private university accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

Our programs are designed with busy adults in mind. Whether you're working full-time, raising a family, or balancing other responsibilities, you can complete your coursework on a schedule that works for you.

Because the programs are self-paced, you can move through the material at a pace that fits your life. While many learners finish in 3–6 months, you'll have up to 12 months to complete your program.

SMU Continuing and Professional Education offers a flexible way to prepare for a healthcare career without putting your life on hold.

Our online programs combine the credibility of a regionally accredited university with the flexibility of self-paced online learning. You'll build job-ready skills, prepare for certification where applicable, and earn a Certificate of Completion from SMU Continuing and Professional Education — all on a timeline that works for you.

Yes, your certification exam voucher is included with tuition at no additional cost.

That means you won't pay extra for the exam voucher needed to earn your credential — you can focus on completing your training and preparing for certification.

Yes! Our programs are designed to help you build the knowledge and skills needed to prepare for industry certification — even if you're new to the field.

• Beginner-friendly: No prior experience required
• Career-focused: Learn the skills that matter most
• Step by step: Build your confidence as you progress
• Practice along the way: Reinforce your learning with quizzes and assessments
• Certification preparation: Curriculum aligned with applicable industry certification exams

Our goal is to help you feel confident and prepared for what's next.

All required course materials are included with your tuition at no additional cost.

You'll have access to the online lessons, learning resources, quizzes, and any other materials needed to complete your program. There are no required textbooks to purchase, so you can get started right away without worrying about unexpected costs.

You'll have support throughout your learning journey.

From your first lesson to your job search, we're here to help you succeed.

Learner Support: Get help with course content, assignments, and navigating the online learning platform whenever you need it.

Career Support: Receive guidance on resumes, interviews, and job readiness as you prepare to pursue opportunities in healthcare.