I-BEST

The I-BEST Help Desk certificate is designed to prepare students to perform fundamental PC support tasks as help desk technicians. It is the first certificate on the pathway to an Associate’s degree in Networking and Cybersecurity. Students interested in careers in IT, Computer Science, and Professional/Technical Business will benefit from the supportive start through the three-quarter I-BEST Help Desk Program. For more information, please contact Alicia Peebles.

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The I-BEST Medical Scribe certificate is an on-ramp to medical fields. Students are trained to work closely with medical practitioners to document patient visits. Through I-BEST, medical scribe students will explore health care opportunities while gaining insight into this new and fast-paced medical field. This three-quarter on-campus program offers the support of team-teaching and a navigator. For more information, please contact Rebecca Jayasundara.

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The I-BEST Nursing Assistant – Certificate  (NAC) is an on-ramp to medical field, specifically geared towards pre-nursing students. The two-quarter program curriculum is designed to support English language learners in pursuit of health careers.  All students who score below college level are welcome to apply. Included in the program is an intensive clinical practicum which meets the hours required by the State of Washington to sit for NAC certification exam.

Eligibility requirements are:

• Ability to work in the United States
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Current immunization

Please contact Shawn Story for more information.

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The I-BEST Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) – Certificate is an on-ramp to the emergency services field. The one-quarter program curriculum is designed to support English language learners in pursuit of health careers.  All students who score below college level are welcome to apply. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a Certificate of Completion from TCC, which will enable them to participate in the national registry testing process (NREMT). 

Eligibility requirements are:

• Ability to work in the United States
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Current immunizations

Please contact Alicia Peebles for more information.

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The I-BEST Early Childhood Education (ECE) Initial Certificate is for students working or planning to work with children from birth to eight years old.  The ECE Initial Certificate is aligned with the Washington State ECE common courses and stackable certificates (ECE Short Certificate of Specialization, ECE Emphasis on Children with Exceptionalities Certificate, and AAS degree). Students interested in careers in ECE will benefit from the supportive start through the two-quarter I-BEST ECE Program. For more information, please contact Shawn Story.

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Not sure what career is right for you? Begin with our Career and College Pathways Academy (CCPA)! This one quarter program allows you to earn 8 college credits in Communications and Student Success while building your basic skills and exploring your career options. For more information, please contact Alicia Peebles.

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There are I-BEST Programs available at many Community and Technical Colleges in Washington State. Please visit the State Board's website for other I-BEST options.

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