English for Healthcare Pathways
Certificate of Competency English for Speakers of Other Languages · Laney College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Laney College’s noncredit English for Healthcare Program prepares students to choose an appropriate healthcare career goal. In this program students discuss the tasks and requirements for a variety of healthcare jobs. They also develop basic resumes and map a personalized educational path that includes both long- and short-term employment goals in the healthcare field.
Career Opportunities
Entry level positions in healthcare (home healthcare, healthcare aids) or further training in medical programs such as phlebotomy, EMT and medical assisting.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:
- Create a realistic personalized pathway to a long-term healthcare career goal
- Discuss and compare tasks and requirements for a variety of healthcare jobs
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses: | 98 | |
| ESOL 506 | English for Healthcare Pathways | 2.8 |
| ESOL 507 | English for Healthcare Careers | 2.8 |
| Competency Requirement: | ||
| Teacher or department will determine if student has met the competencies of the program and document it. | ||
| Total Hours: | 98 | |
English for Healthcare Pathways Certificate of Compency