No-cost healthcare training for the most rewarding careers in Alaska!
DEVELOP your workforce!
Expand your team’s capabilities and help them reach their full potential with the Alaska Primary Care Association’s fully funded healthcare career development programs. Most programs remain available at no cost to employers and employees, and for select programs, no-cost employer access is available through June 30, 2026. Our programs empower employers to build stronger healthcare teams through career advancement opportunities, professional certifications, and apprenticeship pathways, while addressing turnover and keeping staff up to date on the latest healthcare standards, technology, and advancements.
Connect with us to…
- Identify if funding is available to you as an employer.
- Discover career pathways for team members that will increase skillset, retention, and job satisfaction.
- Get connected with ready-to-work healthcare professionals to fill vacancies.
Employer Cost Structure
Wage increase or job placement required at completion of training.
*Pre-Apprenticeship Training in Healthcare (PATH) is free for employees who complete the training before enrolling in a Registered Apprenticeship Program. All essential certification trainings and supportive services remain free with no changes.
Employer Services
Strengthen your workforce through employer services designed to support staff development, improve retention, and contribute to long-term organizational success.
Upskill Training
Strengthen your workforce through flexible, online training opportunities, including Registered Apprenticeships, MedCerts, and Stepful, designed to help employees develop new skills and explore career advancement pathways.
Career & Leadership Development
Invest in your workforce through career and leadership development opportunities offered in partnership with the National Association of Community Health Centers. These programs are designed to strengthen leadership skills, support employee growth, improve team performance, and help organizations build long-term sustainability during times of change.
*Employer enrollment and a wage increase are required for all job-specific certifications
Essential Certification Trainings
Heartsaver First Aid
Prepare staff to respond confidently and effectively to common medical emergencies.
In person: Half Day; Online: Half Day
Basic Life Support
Prepare staff to perform CPR, use an automated external defibrillator (AED), provide choking relief for adults and children, and respond confidently in critical situations.
In person: Full Day; Online: Full Day
*For employers located outside of Anchorage, the online Basic Life Support course may be completed with an AHA BLS skills check-off available in your area.
Bloodborne Pathogens
Train staff to prevent exposure and help protect themselves and others from infectious diseases.
Online: 1 Hour
MANDT Relational De-Escalation Training
Strengthen staff confidence in managing conflict, reducing stress, and responding to crises.
In person: Full Day; Online: Half Day
Adult Mental Health First Aid
Help staff recognize the signs of mental health challenges and provide initial support until professional help is
available.
In person: Full Day; Online: Full Day
*Flexible training options to meet the needs of employers statewide. Employer enrollment and wage increases are required.
Job-Specific Training Programs
Support employee growth through flexible training options that help staff build job-specific skills, prepare for national certification, and advance within your organization. APCA offers multiple pathways to fit different learning styles, staffing models, and workforce needs.
MedCerts – Online-Only Training
A flexible online option that helps employees build job-specific skills with minimal disruption to daily operations.
- 100% online with reduced clinical requirements
- Flexible learning schedule for working staff
- National certification preparation included
- Minimal disruption to clinic operations
- Best for: Employers seeking a flexible option for independent learners, especially those with limited staff capacity for training
Stepful – Online & Live Instruction Training
A structured training option that combines live virtual instruction with a clear schedule and externship experience.
- Live, instructor-led virtual classes
- 8–16 week programs, plus an 80–160 hour externship requirement depending on the track
- Set schedule with clear milestones
- National certification preparation included
- Best for: Employers supporting learners who benefit from structure, accountability, and real-time support
Explore Available Stepful Programs
Registered Apprenticeship Program – On-the-Job Training
A hands-on training model that helps employers develop staff within their own organization while employees earn wages and build skills.
- Paid, hands-on training within your healthcare organization
- Earn-while-you-learn model
- Set schedule with clear milestones
- Combines work experience with related instruction
- Builds skills while supporting patient care
- Best for: Employers investing in long-term staff development who have staff available to provide hands-on training and guidance
Explore Apprenticeship Programs
*Employer enrollment and wage increases are required for all job-specific certifications.
Supportive Services
APCA offers supportive services that help participants move forward in training, employment, and career advancement. These resources are designed to strengthen workforce success and support smooth transitions into new or advancing healthcare roles.
Career Navigation
Support with resume writing, interview preparation, employer matching, and guidance on healthcare certification.
Transportation Support
Assistance accessing transportation resources that support participation in training or travel to job sites.
Translation Assistance
Referral support for document translation needed for employment.
Training or Job Supplies
Assistance with required uniforms, work attire, and equipment needed for training or employment.
Referral Assistance
Provide referral support for needs that may affect employment success, such as housing, utilities, food security, and other essential services.
*Requested support must directly contribute to securing a new job or achieving a wage increase.
START your career!
If you’re 18+ and considering a career in healthcare, or are still unsure of what you want to do, look no further. Get started in one of the most rewarding industries in Alaska – healthcare! Gain valuable skills and earn money while making a meaningful contribution to the overall well-being of your community.
Connect with us to…
- Identify a starting point that aligns with your career goals.
- Sign up for NO-COST healthcare training programs.
- Receive support for limited assistance – such as a one-time bus pass for transportation or required items like scrubs. To qualify, the requested support must directly contribute to securing a new job or achieving a wage increase.
- Get support with finding your next job when you’ve completed your training.
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GROW your career!
Whether you’re new in your healthcare career journey or are an aspiring healthcare professional, there are NO-COST* career training programs and financial assistance available to you. APCA’s programs are designed to help you advance your healthcare career, improve your pay, and make a lasting impact on the lives of Alaskans.
*Participants’ employer must be enrolled as an employer-partner by June 30 for no-cost training.
Connect with us to…
- Discover a program that aligns with your career aspirations.
- Enroll in healthcare training programs at no cost to help you reach your goals.
- Receive support for limited assistance – such as a one-time bus pass for transportation or required items like scrubs. To qualify, the requested support must directly contribute to securing a new job or achieving a wage increase.
- Benefit from our assistance in finding healthcare career placements that suit your needs.
If you’re looking for programs that open doors for career growth and development, simply click the button below, and a member of our team will help get you started!
Healthcare Career Tools & Resources
Explore these tools and downloadable resources to learn more about the many rewarding healthcare career paths Alaska has to offer. Discover trainings that lead to successful healthcare careers while being a part of building stronger, more resilient communities for all Alaskans!