Fast-Track Your Career and Maximize Earning Potential

Online Certificate Programs at St. Ambrose University

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Increase your earning power -- and upgrade your life.

Did you know that advancing your education can lead to a 20% increase in salary?

Investing in yourself requires time and money, but could help you earn more than $400,000 over the next 30 years.





$4,000

AVERAGE COST OF A CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

3-6 MONTHS

AVERAGE TIME TO COMPLETE A CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

10-25%

AVERAGE JOB GROWTH BY 2031

Explore Our Program Areas

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Who Are These Programs For?

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Aspiring Career Changers

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Current workers in healthcare, IT, manufacturing, or other areas looking to change careers or upskill to a more lucrative position

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Recent high school graduates

Which Industry is Right for Me?

Download one of our free Career Path Guides to learn more about a career in healthcare or IT. 






Healthcare Programs

ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONAL
DENTAL ASSISTANT
EKG TECHNICIAN
HEALTH UNIT COORDINATOR
HEALTHCARE IT TECHNICIAN
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
MEDICAL BILLING SPECIALIST
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN PROFESSIONAL
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN SPECIALIST
PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN
PHYSICAL THERAPY AIDE
PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL CODER
STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST

Technology Programs

CLOUD COMPUTING (CLOUD+)
CLOUD TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONAL
CYBERSECURITY ANALYST
ETHICAL HACKER (PENTEST+)
IT SECURITY SPECIALIST
IT SECURITY AND NETWORK TECHNICIAN
INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY PROFESSIONAL

Do you Lead or Manage a Corporate Team?

Learn how St. Ambrose University's Workforce Development programs can help you attract, retain, and engage employees.

Why Choose St. Ambrose University?

The programs at St. Ambrose University offer students:

  • Flexible scheduling options, which allow students to balance their studies with existing commitments. 
  • A program with an emphasis on professionalism, ethics and patient-centered care.
  • Affordable tuition fees and financing options for those who qualify.
  • Convenient and accessible learning from anywhere in the U.S. — without geographical constraints.
  • Supportive online community and resources for networking and career development.

Schedule a call with your Workforce Development Specialist!