Fortis Institute

Fortis conveniently offers an associate degree nursing program at select campuses in Florida, Indiana, Ohio, South Carolina, Utah and Virginia. The Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program is designed to provide students with high-quality academic and clinical instruction. The Fortis nursing curriculum provides the knowledge and skills to prepare students to sit for the NCLEX licensure exam and pursue a career as an entry-level registered nurse in a variety of clinical and hospital settings upon passing their licensure exam after graduation. The nursing associate degree at Fortis educates students in response to society's continuing healthcare needs while developing lifelong learners.

After graduation, associate degree in nursing students will take the NCLEX-RN examination to obtain licensure as a registered nurse. Whether you are an LPN looking to advance your career or are just getting started in the nursing field, request information to be on your way to receive registered nursing training!

Looking for cosmetology program at a school in Florida? What about Alabama, Maryland or Pennsylvania? Then look no further than Fortis! In Alabama, Fortis offers beauty school training in Mobile. In Florida, the cosmetology program is taught at the Fortis campus locations in Pensacola, Largo, Winter Park and Jacksonville. Fortis Institute in West Baltimore prepares people from across Maryland to enter cosmetology. And Fortis is especially proud of the success of many of our cosmetology graduates from our campus in Erie, Pennsylvania.

The Cosmetology Program prepares students to take a cosmetology licensure exam upon graduation so they will be capable of pursuing a career as a cosmetology professional, working in a variety of styling salon environments -- or perhaps opening their own private cosmetology business. Many enjoy the freedom a beauty career offers to work flexible hours and create their own work schedule.

Courses at our beauty schools in Pennsylvania, Florida and Alabama balance the technical skills required in cosmetology with the opportunity to develop your own personal style by applying classic skills and techniques with an individual flair. The first step to being a success is to acquire an in-depth competency in fundamental skills necessary to learn haircutting, creative hair styling, coloring, modern nail technology, skin care, chemistry, facials, and salon management. Students will also learn tricks of the trade to development cosmetology service relationships and to generate referral and repeat customers. Students acquire skills through practical exercises, group processes, lectures and discussions, and hands-on technique practice sessions taught by experienced instructors.

Graduates of Fortis cosmetology and beauty schools will be ready to take the licensure exam to obtain cosmetology license in their state of residence. Request more information from Fortis today to take the first step to start on your journey to becoming a cosmetologist!

At Fortis, our dental assistant training program will provide you with hands-on strategies and techniques to work in the treatment or operation room directly with the dentist.  Students will be shown how to work chair-side as dentists examine and treat patients.  Dental Assistants can work in private and group dental practices, specialty dental practices, mobile dental units, insurance companies, hospitals, nursing homes, dental school clinics, and public and private health facilities.

Upon completion of the dental assistant training program at Fortis, students will be prepared for entry-level employment opportunities as a dental assistant in a variety of work environments.  Contact Fortis today to schedule a campus visit to get to see how easy it can be to get started at one of our dental assistant programs at one of our schools in Ohio, South Carolina, Indiana, New Jersey, Alabama, Virginia, Florida, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Arizona, and Utah!

The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC) program at Fortis prepares students for entry-level employment as an HVAC Technician. In the field, HVAC Technicians are also known as HVAC mechanics or HVAC installers. The HVAC progam at Fortis includes training in computerized diagnostics so students will be able to service and repair today's complex systems for commercial refrigeration, gas heat, heat pumps, and air conditioning.

As a technician in the Heating, Ventilating, AC and Refrigeration field, you will use the skill set taught by the instructors at Fortis to manage and troubleshoot ventilation systems. This is critical to maintain a healthy, comfortable environment in all types of buildings from residential to commercial to industrial. HVAC program students will learn to apply theory and principles taught in class and lab settings so they can acquire the ability to develop, select, operate and test a wide variety of heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment.

Upon completion of the HVAC training program at Fortis, graduates will be prepared for entry-level employment as an HVAC technician.

Medical assistants perform routine administrative and clinical tasks to keep the offices and clinics of physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors, and optometrists running smoothly. Fortis offers a medical assisting program designed to provide you with knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level employment as a medical assistant in a medical office or clinic, with skills in office administration, computer, and clinical areas.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of medical assistants is projected to grow much faster than average nationally, ranking medical assistants among the fastest growing occupations over the 2008-2018 decade and job prospects for skilled medical assistants should be excellent.

As medical technology continues to advance, doctors are increasingly relying on medical assistants to help with various patient care needs. Most medical assistants work in the offices of physicians while others work in public and private hospitals, inpatient and outpatient facilities, the offices of other health practitioners such as chiropractors and optometrists and in nursing and residential care facilities.
Click here to Request information from Fortis or call the phone number above to speak a Fortis admissions representative today to find out how you can enroll in our medical assistant training program today!

Offering healthcare education in PA – along with other growing fields – you can gain the theory, laboratory and clinical experience for an entry-level career as a practical nurse. Care for patients of all ages, ethnicities, cultural groups and stages of wellness/illness in a variety of clinical settings.

Are you considering nursing as a career path?  At FORTIS you can pursue an education to prepare to become a Practical Nurse. If you want to attend a nursing program in the Wilkes Barre / Scranton area of Pennsylvania, then we urge you to consider FORTIS!  The FORTIS LPN programs in PA prepare students to sit for the NCLEX-PN exam upon graduation.

The Practical Nursing program at FORTIS provides the theory, laboratory and clinical experiences to prepare students for an entry-level position in Practical Nursing. Nursing theory guides clinical practice. The clinical portion of the PN nursing program provides students with hands-on experience; providing nursing care to patients of all ages, ethnic and cultural groups, and stages of wellness/illness in hospitals and other health care agencies affiliated with FORTIS. In addition, the clinical atmosphere of the PN program will enable the student to observe first-hand the behaviors that are crucial to employability in those agencies.

This is a hybrid program, which means that the majority of the program is taken at the campus and several courses within the program (less than 50% of the program) are taken online. The program’s blend of on campus and online courses allows students to experience all the support and services our school has to offer as well the flexibility and convenience of online classes.*

Upon completion of one of the LPN programs in PA, students must take the NCLEX-PN examination to obtain licensure as a practical nurse. We are proud of our nursing facilities and would love the opportunity to give you a tour of the local campus. Request information to learn how to get started in one of our schools in PA today!

A career as a dental hygienist means that no two days will be the same. Both fulfilling and challenging, dental hygiene is a profession that continues to be in high demand. If you dream about training to become a healthcare professional, developing patient relationships and sharing your knowledge and clinical training, then a dental hygiene training program may be the right choice for you.

The Fortis dental hygienist training program prepares students to enter this exciting and rewarding field by presenting a comprehensive curriculum with a balance of traditional classroom instruction, laboratory classes and small group hands-on skill development. You will have plenty of opportunities to learn real-world skills in a clinical environment. Fortis offers dental hygienist training programs in our schools in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Utah, Alabama and Georgia.
Dental Hygienist Careers

Valued members of the healthcare team, dental hygienists are licensed oral healthcare professionals. These respected members of the dental team provide preventative, educational and therapeutic services. The work of dental hygienists supports the total health of a patient for the control of oral disease and promotion of oral health.

Dental hygienists clean teeth and provide other types of preventative care as well as screening patients for signs of oral diseases including gingivitis. Dental hygienists are also responsible for educating patients on ways to improve and maintain good oral health.

The tasks hygienists perform, and the extent that they must be supervised by a dentist, will vary by state and place of employment. Dental hygienists learn a range of skills in our dental hygiene education program including how to:

    Remove tartar, stains and plaque from teeth
    Apply sealants and fluorides to help protect teeth
    Take and develop dental x-rays
    Assess patients’ oral health and report findings to dentists
    Document patient care and treatment plans

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), dental hygienist careers are projected to grow over the next several years.
Dental Hygienist School

Taught by experienced and dedicated faculty, our dental hygienist education program combines classroom, laboratory and clinical instruction in a small group and nurturing environment. Areas of study include Anatomy, Physiology, Nutrition, Radiography, Pathology, Medical ethics, Patient management, Periodontics (the study of gum disease) and more.
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Enroll in Fortis’s dental hygienist education program and you will be on your way to becoming one of the most valued members of the oral healthcare team! Contact us today to find out more about our dental hygienist training programs and to learn how you can get started on an exciting path to a new career. We can be reached by phone, email or live online chat.

Medical assistants perform routine administrative and clinical tasks to keep the offices and clinics of physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors, and optometrists running smoothly. Fortis offers a medical assisting program designed to provide you with knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level employment as a medical assistant in a medical office or clinic, with skills in office administration, computer, and clinical areas.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of medical assistants is projected to grow much faster than average nationally, ranking medical assistants among the fastest growing occupations over the 2008-2018 decade and job prospects for skilled medical assistants should be excellent.

As medical technology continues to advance, doctors are increasingly relying on medical assistants to help with various patient care needs. Most medical assistants work in the offices of physicians while others work in public and private hospitals, inpatient and outpatient facilities, the offices of other health practitioners such as chiropractors and optometrists and in nursing and residential care facilities.
Click here to Request information from Fortis or call the phone number above to speak a Fortis admissions representative today to find out how you can enroll in our medical assistant training program today!

Fortis conveniently offers an associate degree nursing program at select campuses in Florida, Indiana, Ohio, South Carolina, Utah and Virginia. The Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program is designed to provide students with high-quality academic and clinical instruction. The Fortis nursing curriculum provides the knowledge and skills to prepare students to sit for the NCLEX licensure exam and pursue a career as an entry-level registered nurse in a variety of clinical and hospital settings upon passing their licensure exam after graduation. The nursing associate degree at Fortis educates students in response to society's continuing healthcare needs while developing lifelong learners.

After graduation, associate degree in nursing students will take the NCLEX-RN examination to obtain licensure as a registered nurse. Whether you are an LPN looking to advance your career or are just getting started in the nursing field, request information to be on your way to receive registered nursing training!

The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC) program at Fortis prepares students for entry-level employment as an HVAC Technician. In the field, HVAC Technicians are also known as HVAC mechanics or HVAC installers. The HVAC progam at Fortis includes training in computerized diagnostics so students will be able to service and repair today's complex systems for commercial refrigeration, gas heat, heat pumps, and air conditioning.

As a technician in the Heating, Ventilating, AC and Refrigeration field, you will use the skill set taught by the instructors at Fortis to manage and troubleshoot ventilation systems. This is critical to maintain a healthy, comfortable environment in all types of buildings from residential to commercial to industrial. HVAC program students will learn to apply theory and principles taught in class and lab settings so they can acquire the ability to develop, select, operate and test a wide variety of heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment.

Upon completion of the HVAC training program at Fortis, graduates will be prepared for entry-level employment as an HVAC technician.

Medical assistants perform routine administrative and clinical tasks to keep the offices and clinics of physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors, and optometrists running smoothly. Fortis offers a medical assisting program designed to provide you with knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level employment as a medical assistant in a medical office or clinic, with skills in office administration, computer, and clinical areas.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of medical assistants is projected to grow much faster than average nationally, ranking medical assistants among the fastest growing occupations over the 2008-2018 decade and job prospects for skilled medical assistants should be excellent.

As medical technology continues to advance, doctors are increasingly relying on medical assistants to help with various patient care needs. Most medical assistants work in the offices of physicians while others work in public and private hospitals, inpatient and outpatient facilities, the offices of other health practitioners such as chiropractors and optometrists and in nursing and residential care facilities.
Click here to Request information from Fortis or call the phone number above to speak a Fortis admissions representative today to find out how you can enroll in our medical assistant training program today!

At FORTIS Radiology Tech schools in Louisiana, you will learn to utilize safe radiation practices as you provide excellent patient care and receive an in-depth understanding of radiology and all its aspects and evolution in the healthcare community.

X-rays are more than simply images of broken bones.  Physicians use radiologic imaging to see inside the human body to assist in the diagnosis of diseases, medical conditions or bodily injuries.

The FORTIS program in Radiologic Technology prepares you for entry-level positions in the in the radiologic technology profession. The Radiologic Technologist is an important member of the healthcare team, and works closely with physicians to provide patient care.

The Surgical Technology program at Fortis provides students with the knowledge and skills to work with and under the supervision of surgeons and registered nurses.  If you are looking for a school in Florida, Ohio, Tennessee, Texas or Virginia at which to get an education to become a Surgical Technologist then you look no further than Fortis.  At Fortis surgical tech schools, our program allows students to train to become a member of the operating room of the team that provides care to patients during the crucial periods of surgery. 

Upon graduation from our surgical tech program, students will be prepared to pursue positions as a member of an operating room team, which includes surgeons, surgical assistants, anesthesiologists, and nurses.  Surgical Technologists work in hospitals, surgical centers, delivery rooms, and medical clinics

At Fortis, our dental assistant training program will provide you with hands-on strategies and techniques to work in the treatment or operation room directly with the dentist.  Students will be shown how to work chair-side as dentists examine and treat patients.  Dental Assistants can work in private and group dental practices, specialty dental practices, mobile dental units, insurance companies, hospitals, nursing homes, dental school clinics, and public and private health facilities.

Upon completion of the dental assistant training program at Fortis, students will be prepared for entry-level employment opportunities as a dental assistant in a variety of work environments.  Contact Fortis today to schedule a campus visit to get to see how easy it can be to get started at one of our dental assistant programs at one of our schools in Ohio, South Carolina, Indiana, New Jersey, Alabama, Virginia, Florida, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Arizona, and Utah!

Are you looking for Electrician training in NJ? Develop the skills to work on low-voltage electronic systems doing installations, troubleshooting and repair. Work firsthand on low-voltage wiring applications, such as home theater, security, alarms, audio, video, computer networking and wireless systems.

For electronic systems technician jobs, it helps to have quality training from a quality school. For electrical systems training programs in New Jersey, you should consider FORTIS! Our Electrical and Electronic Systems Technician program encompasses many facets of working with low-voltage electronic systems learning the ins and outs of installation, troubleshooting and repair. Students will be introduced to national, state and local regulations and building codes, safety practices, and the various career paths available in the field.

Through the introduction of the basic concepts of electrical theory, students will explore electrical quantities, Ohm's Law, resistors, circuits, and measuring instruments. This program will also examine alternating current (AC) and how it produces most of the electric power used in the world.

Students enrolled in one of our low voltage electrical programs will explore how electronics theory is applied in the electrical field, while learning about electronic devices commonly found in residential and commercial applications. Through classroom presentation and lab exercises, students will focus on low voltage wiring applications, such as home theater, audio, video, home alarm & security, intercom, fiber optic telecom, computer networking and wireless systems, in accordance with the requirements set forth by the National Electrical Code.

Students in the Electrical and Electronic Systems Technician program at FORTIS will develop skills in cable preparation, handling, installation, termination and testing. Through both classroom presentations and lab exercises, students learn how to plan, wire, terminate, install, connect, test, integrate and troubleshoot the systems of today's digitally integrated systems and networks.

Upon successful completion of our training in NJ, graduates will possess the skills, as well as the necessary marketable job search techniques and skills, to gain entry level employment in a wide variey of positions in the Electronic and Communications Technology field.

The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC) program at Fortis prepares students for entry-level employment as an HVAC Technician. In the field, HVAC Technicians are also known as HVAC mechanics or HVAC installers. The HVAC progam at Fortis includes training in computerized diagnostics so students will be able to service and repair today's complex systems for commercial refrigeration, gas heat, heat pumps, and air conditioning.

As a technician in the Heating, Ventilating, AC and Refrigeration field, you will use the skill set taught by the instructors at Fortis to manage and troubleshoot ventilation systems. This is critical to maintain a healthy, comfortable environment in all types of buildings from residential to commercial to industrial. HVAC program students will learn to apply theory and principles taught in class and lab settings so they can acquire the ability to develop, select, operate and test a wide variety of heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment.

Upon completion of the HVAC training program at Fortis, graduates will be prepared for entry-level employment as an HVAC technician.

Medical assistants perform routine administrative and clinical tasks to keep the offices and clinics of physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors, and optometrists running smoothly. Fortis offers a medical assisting program designed to provide you with knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level employment as a medical assistant in a medical office or clinic, with skills in office administration, computer, and clinical areas.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of medical assistants is projected to grow much faster than average nationally, ranking medical assistants among the fastest growing occupations over the 2008-2018 decade and job prospects for skilled medical assistants should be excellent.

As medical technology continues to advance, doctors are increasingly relying on medical assistants to help with various patient care needs. Most medical assistants work in the offices of physicians while others work in public and private hospitals, inpatient and outpatient facilities, the offices of other health practitioners such as chiropractors and optometrists and in nursing and residential care facilities.
Click here to Request information from Fortis or call the phone number above to speak a Fortis admissions representative today to find out how you can enroll in our medical assistant training program today!

At our Medical Billing and Coding schools in Louisiana, you can gain hands-on instruction in areas like medical terminology, office management, coding techniques, computer operation and medical billing software.

For quality medical billing and coding training, a FORTIS education will prepare you to enter this critical part of the medical field. FORTIS offers a medical billing and coding program at select campuses in Louisiana as well as online!

Medical Billing and Coding is a critical function in the healthcare industry today.  At FORTIS, we can educate you to help you get into your medical career sooner than you might think!  We provide hands-on instruction in medical terminology, office management, and medical coding techniques so upon graduation you will be fully prepared to begin your career working in a medical office or facility. Students are prepared in both office and hospital settings in a program that covers the basic fundamentals of computer operation, disease processes and hands-on training utilizing medical billing software.

Graduates of FORTIS's Medical Billing and Coding schools in Baton Rouge, Louisiana  - just a short drive from Baker, Central City & Denham Springs - finish the program prepared to seek entry-level careers in medical billing and coding in settings such as hospitals, clinics, physicians' offices, dental offices, nursing homes, and insurance companies.