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Sunshine Health Works

Women training for jobs in medical field. through Sunshine Health Works program.

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Thinking about a new job or career change? Sunshine Health can help you on your path to a brighter future.

Whether you’re just starting out, switching careers, or returning to work, our Sunshine Health Works program gives you the training and tools to help you land the job you want. Plus, our team can support any health-related social needs you have along the way.

Our Sunshine Health Works program offers:

  • Job skills development
  • Healthcare certifications
  • Connections to new career opportunities
  • Social-needs support

Sunshine Health Works Launchpad is an online tool for Sunshine Health members ages 16 and older. It can be used to test and grow skills, and to explore career paths.

Launchpad offers:

  • Self-assessments
  • Job search support
  • Career planning
  • Skills development
  • Resume assistance

Access the Sunshine Health Works Launchpad, powered by My Work Ready, through your Secure Member Account and get started with a few easy steps.

We’ve partnered with colleges, healthcare providers, and community groups across Florida to open up more opportunities for people to start a career in healthcare.

Here is a list of our current Sunshine Health Works program partners and the certifications they offer. Click on the links below to apply. Please list Sunshine Health on your application’s “referred by” line.

Tallahassee State College

Counties available: Bay, Calhoun, Escambia, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Holmes, Jackson, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, Taylor, Wakulla, Walton, Washington (Region A)

Certifications

  • Medical Administrative Specialist
  • Home Health Aide
  • Phlebotomy Technician
  • Certified Nursing Assistant

How to Apply

Hillsborough Community College

Counties available: Hardee, Highlands, Hillsborough, Manatee, Polk (Region D)

Certifications

  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Home Health Aide

How to Apply

G.R.O.W. Doula Healthy Start

Counties available: Bay, Calhoun, Escambia, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Holmes, Jackson, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, Taylor, Wakulla, Walton, Washington, Alachua, Baker, Bradford, Citrus, Clay, Columbia, Dixie, Duval, Flagler, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Hernando, Lafayette, Lake, Levy, Marion, Nassau, Putnam, St. Johns, Sumter, Suwanee, Union, Volusia, Pasco, Pinellas, Hardee, Highlands, Hillsborough, Manatee, Polk, Brevard, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Broward (Regions A, B, C, D, E and H)

Training Programs

  • Doula certification

How to Apply

Broward College

Counties available: Broward (Region H)

Certifications

  • Medical Administrative Assistant
  • Patient Financial Revenue Cycle Specialist
  • Health Care Core and Electronic Health Records
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)

How to Apply

Florida State College at Jacksonville

Counties available: Alachua, Baker, Bradford, Citrus, Clay, Columbia, Dixie, Duval, Flagler, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Hernando, Lafayette, Lake, Levy, Marion, Nassau, Putnam, St. Johns, Sumter, Suwanee, Union, Volusia (Region B)

Certifications

  • Medical Assistant
  • Community Health Worker
  • Home Health Aide
  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Phlebotomy Technician
  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Registered Nurse (RN) Remedial Training
  • IV Therapy Training
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)

How to Apply

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Florida

Counties available: All (statewide)

Certifications

  • Certified Peer Recovery Specialist

How to Apply

Valencia College

Counties available: Brevard, Orange, Osceola, Seminole (Region E)

Certifications

  • Clinical Medical Assistant
  • EKG (CMS_EKG)
  • Medical Office Specialist

How to Apply

United HomeCare

Counties available: Broward, Miami-Dade, Monroe (Regions H and I)

Certifications

  • Home Health Aide

How to Apply

Hispanic Unity Florida

Counties available: Broward, Miami-Dade, Monroe (Regions H and I)

Certifications

  • General skills labs on topics such as job interviewing and financial wellness

How to Apply

  • CareerSource Florida: Access job seeker services, including work readiness preparation, job search and training assistance, to help you prepare for employment.
  • Federal Student Aid: Access the free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), a form completed by current and prospective college students, in the United States interested in determining their eligibility for student financial aid.
  • Gettherefl.com: Access information about Adult Education (GED) and Career and Technical Education (CTE), a quick, affordable way to gain practical skills and prepare for stable, well-paying careers through Florida's technical and state colleges.

“I learned so much including life skills that I can take into my future job at the hospital. This is the first step to my career.”  

Tyanna K., Hillsborough College, CNA student  

“This has been beneficial for me as I plan to gain clinical experience in the healthcare setting to further my goal of becoming a medical student.”

Vashti C., Hillsborough College, CNA student

“This program is a great opportunity, especially for those re-entering the workforce or just starting out after high school. After being laid off last year, this experience has been a turning point for me. Thanks to Broward College and Sunshine Health, I now feel confident in pursuing a position as a Medical Administrative Assistant.”

Adrienne A., Broward College, Medical Administrative Assistant student  

Email us at SUNcommunications@sunshinehealth.com. You can also call for help over the phone at 1-833-236-9434.