Your Path to a High-Demand Healthcare Career

Palmetto Goodwill is committed to providing equitable access to high-growth, stable careers. Our expanded Healthcare Career Training Pathway partners with top local providers to offer industry-recognized certification programs at our Career Opportunity Centers (COCs) across South Carolina.

Ready to start? Scroll down to find a training location in your region and explore our in-demand programs!

In-Demand Career Opportunities

Our comprehensive pathway is designed to move you directly into a thriving career. Programs prepare you for jobs that offer healthy wages and long-term stability in hospitals, clinics, and medical practices:

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
Phlebotomist
Medical Billing and Coding
Pharmacy Technician

Healthcare Training & Certifications in SC

Regional Training Locations & Partners

We are actively scheduling training sessions in partnership with established medical training academies. While specific start dates, days, and times are still TBD, you can contact us today to be the first to know when enrollment opens at the COC nearest you.

Region	Location (COC)	COC Address	Training Provider
TRICOUNTY	Knightsville COC	825 Orangeburg Road Summerville, SC 29483	Lowcountry Medical Training Center
	Johns Island COC	1758 Main Rd Johns Island, SC 29455	Lowcountry Medical Training Center
GRAND STRAND	Little River COC	2321 Highway 9 East Longs, SC 29568	Lowcountry Medical Training Center
PEE DEE / LOWER MIDLANDS	Hartsville COC	903 S 4th St. Hartsville, SC 29550	Revived Medical Training Academy
	Orangeburg COC	1734 St. Matthews Rd. Orangeburg, SC 29115	Revived Medical Training Academy
	Sumter COC	1028 Broad St. Sumter, SC 29150	PeeDee Medical Career Training Center
LOWER SAVANNAH	S. Blufton COC	4 Godfrey Place Bluffton, SC 29910	MOU Partnership In Progress

Program Benefits & Funding Support

Palmetto Goodwill is here to eliminate financial and logistical barriers through essential wraparound services:

Flexible Scheduling: Classes are structured for busy individuals, with evening and weekend options anticipated.
Wraparound Support: Receive personalized career coaching, resume and interview prep, and direct job placement assistance.
Funding Options: We help you navigate options like the SNAP2Work Program and the Palmetto Warrior Connection (PWC) to potentially cover training costs. You can complete a new form on our site to select your funding source preference.

Take the Next Step Today

Ready to Enroll? Contact Us Today!

Don’t wait to start your journey toward certification and employment. Contact our Mission Services team to discuss eligibility, funding, and next steps for the Healthcare Career Pathway.

To begin, fill out our form below to begin the process and a program manager will reach out to you with next steps.

Palmetto Goodwill thanks our training partners: Lowcountry Medical Training Center, Revived Medical Training Academy, and PeeDee Medical Career Training Center for their commitment to workforce development in South Carolina.

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