Get your healthcare career started with our state-approved training
Whether you're looking for a 3-week CNA certification or a 3-month Medical Assistant program, we provide the hands-on training and support you need to get hired and succeed.
Discover the perfect path to help you reach your goals in healthcare

Medical Assistant Training
Become a certified professional in just three months with our comprehensive training program covering both medical assisting and phlebotomy. This course prepares students for the National Healthcareer Association certification exam through flexible weekend classes designed for career changers and working professionals.

Medication Aide I
This program provides foundational training in the safe administration of oral, topical, and basic medications under professional nursing supervision. Participants will gain the skills necessary to meet regulatory standards and deliver high-quality care in long-term and assisted living environments.

Medication Aide II
The Medication Aide II program equips students with advanced skills, including the administration of medications via pre-filled insulin pens to support expanded roles in patient care. Graduates will gain the confidence to enhance patient safety and improve medication adherence, contributing significantly to the well-being of their healthcare communities.
Start Your Healthcare Career with Confidence
The practical training you need for a career in healthcare
At Healthcare Essentials Training Institute, we help you turn your goals into a career. Based right here in Louisville, we give you the skills and the confidence you need to get certified and succeed in a rewarding medical environment.

Experienced leadership you can trust
Led by Nurses Who Know the Field
Melissa Coleman and Lisa Walton started this institute with more than 35 years of nursing experience between them. They have worked in the clinical world for decades, and they built this curriculum to make sure you are learning exactly what hospitals and clinics expect from their staff today.

Small classes and real support
Learning Built Around You
We keep our classes small on purpose because we believe in a hands-on approach. You are not just a name on a roster here. Our instructors act as partners in your education, working with you one-on-one to make sure you master every technical skill before you head out into the workforce.

Real-world training for real-world jobs
Hands-On Career Prep
Our state-approved programs for CNAs and Medical Assistants balance classroom learning with real clinical hours. We focus on practical readiness so you have the confidence to provide great patient care. When you finish our program, you will be ready to step into a long-term care facility or clinic and start working immediately.

Certified and state-approved curriculum
Professional Standards
Every course we offer is designed to meet Kentucky state regulations and national certification standards. From AHA-certified CPR training to advanced Medication Aide courses, we provide the specific credentials that local employers recognize and look for when they hire.
Start Your Career in Healthcare
Hands-on training and personal support to help you succeed
A
t Healthcare Essentials Training Institute (HETI), we help you bridge the gap between where you are now and a successful medical career. Our state-approved programs meet all Kentucky standards while providing a supportive, student-first environment. Whether you are entering the healthcare field for the first time or looking to sharpen your clinical skills, we are here to guide you through every step of the certification process.
Getting Started
Simple Enrollment for Everyone
You do not need a background in healthcare to start your journey with us. We welcome career changers, high school graduates, and current caregivers looking to take the next step. Our enrollment process is straightforward and stress-free, so you can focus on your education from day one.
We want to give you the confidence to take that next big step toward a better career.
Hands-On Clinical Training
Practice Your Skills in the Real World
Classroom learning is just the beginning. Whether you are in our 3-week Nurse Aide program or our 3-month Medical Assistant course, you will complete mandatory onsite clinical hours. You will get direct experience caring for patients, ensuring you feel ready and capable before you ever start your first job.
We give you the actual skills and experience you need to launch a career that truly matters.
Flexible Class Schedules
Education That Fits Your Life
We know you have responsibilities at home and work, so we make learning fit your schedule. We offer traditional in-person classes, hybrid options, and flexible hours—including evening sessions from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Saturday clinicals. You should not have to choose between your current job and your future career.
Our programs are built for people who need to balance work and family while reaching for their goals.
Certifications and Career Readiness
Earn the Credentials Employers Trust
Our curriculum follows state and national certification standards exactly. When you finish your program, you will be fully prepared for the Kentucky CNA registry or NHA Medical Assistant exams. We also provide official AHA CPR certification cards that stay valid for two years, so you graduate ready to work.
We help you get certified so you can start a fulfilling career and make a real impact in your community.

Start Your Career in Healthcare
Fast, state-approved training programs built for your success
You can become a Certified Nursing Assistant in just three weeks or a Medical Assistant in three months. Our programs are state-approved and led by nurses with over 35 years of clinical experience, so you get the hands-on training and expert advice you need to start working. We keep our class sizes small and offer flexible schedules along with affordable payment options to make sure your education fits your life and your budget.
Healthcare Essentials Training Institute
3135 Commerce Center Pl, Louisville, KY 40211
(502)-915-5300
Monday - Friday
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday
Closed
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