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Career education in nursing, dental, healthcare, massage, cosmetology, & HVAC-R!
Fortis Trade School in Pensacola, Florida
At Fortis Institute in Pensacola, students can pursue a variety of career education programs ranging from nursing, medical assisting and dental assisting to massage therapy, cosmetology and HVAC-R! Regardless of your program choice, our small class sizes, comprehensive curricula and experienced and dedicated faculty come together to help you gain the knowledge and skills you need to pursue their career goals.
The Fortis Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) program prepares students to pursue a career as a registered nurse. The thoughtfully-designed program is balanced between traditional classroom instruction, small-group learning, laboratory training and valuable clinical experiences. At Fortis, students apply their knowledge under the supervision of experienced faculty as they develop the real-world hands-on skills they need. After completing the program, students may be eligible to take the NCLEX-RN licensing examination and seek entry-level employment.
Fortis also offers training in the areas of medical assisting and dental assisting. Medical assisting is a growing career field and offers opportunities for both direct patient care and behind-the-scenes roles. Our medical assisting program provides students with instruction in the clinical and administrative skills necessary to work in a variety of healthcare settings, including physicians’ offices, clinics, and hospitals. The Fortis dental assisting program prepares students with the knowledge and hands-on skills they need to pursue entry-level positions in the exciting field of dental assisting.
Massage Therapy is becoming more popular than ever before. To meet the needs of the industry, Fortis offers a massage therapy program that trains students in a variety of massage techniques and prepares them to take the national certification exam. Massage therapists can be found working in a number of settings including medical offices, spas, cruise ships, hotels, and salons. Some massage therapists even choose to open their own massage business.
The Fortis cosmetology program is ideal for someone who wants to pursue a career in the beauty industry. Graduates of our cosmetology training program have developed the knowledge and skills they need to provide hair and skin care services. Our program prepares students to take the state of Florida licensing exam in cosmetology.
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Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning technicians are responsible for keeping the environmental systems in residential, commercial and industrial buildings operating smoothly. These environmental systems have become more complex over the years, so there is a growing need for well-trained professionals who can install, maintain, and repair systems quickly and efficiently.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, job opportunities in HVAC are projected to grow much faster than average over the next decade. Employers are looking for technicians who have completed a formal training program. The Fortis diploma program in HVAC-Refrigeration prepares students to pursue entry-level employment in this important industry.
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Programs
Nursing
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Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)
With advancements in medicine and our aging population, there will be continuous need for nurses for years to come. At FORTIS, you can develop the personal, academic and clinical skills to care for patients of all ages, ethnicities, and cultural groups in a variety of clinical settings.
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Practical Nursing
With advancements in medicine and our aging population, there will be continuous need for nurses for years to come. At FORTIS, you can develop the personal, academic and clinical skills to care for patients of all ages, ethnicities, and cultural groups in a variety of clinical settings.
Skilled Trades
In our skilled trade programs, you will learn the knowledge and hands-on skills that will allow you to make a difference doing something you love to do. Our comprehensive skilled trades program curriculum combines traditional classroom instruction with situational and practical learning experiences to prepare students for an entry-level position.
Healthcare / Medical
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, healthcare and medical career opportunities are forecast to grow over the next decade, due in part to our aging population and increased need for healthcare. Fortis offers a variety of medical and healthcare training programs to help meet this need.
Dental
The dental assisting and dental training programs at Fortis Colleges and Institutes help students acquire the skills and knowledge they need to demonstrate competency required for relevant licensing and getting started on a new career. Dental assistants and dental hygienists are critical members of the healthcare team and Fortis’s dental training programs can help prepare you for a new career.
Cosmetology & Massage
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Massage Therapy
As a massage therapist, you have the ability to use your hands as healing instruments to relieve stress and pain. Massage therapy can be personally satisfying and professionally rewarding, with the opportunity to set your own schedule and even be your own boss.
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Cosmetology
If you enjoy the freedom of flexible hours and using your creativity to make others feel more beautiful, then cosmetology is for you. Use your talents to give people the look they want.
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Accreditation and State Authorization
Institutional Accreditation
Fortis Institute in Pensacola, FL is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, 6116 Executive Blvd., Suite 730, North Bethesda, MD 20852 P. (301) 291-7550 info@abhes.org
Programmatic Accreditation
The associate degree nursing program at Fortis Institute Pensacola located in Pensacola, Florida is accredited by the:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
404-975-5000
www.acenursing.org
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the associate degree nursing program is granted Continuing Accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at http://www.acenursing.us/accreditedprograms/programSearch.htm
State Authorization:
Fortis Institute is licensed by the Commission for Independent Education, Florida Department of Education, 325 West Gaines Street, Suite 1414, Tallahassee, Florida 32399, (888) 224-6684.
Fortis Institute has received an exemption from programmatic review from the Alabama Commission of Higher Education.
Fortis Institute is approved by the Florida Board of Dentistry to provide expanded duties and radiology courses. 4052 Bald Cypress Way Bin C-08, Tallahassee, Florida 32399
Fortis Institute is approved by the Florida Department of Health, Board of Nursing, Board of Dentistry and Board of Massage Therapy, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Tallahassee, Florida 32399
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My Fortis education in my career has drastically changed probably my focus and my goals of where I wanted to go. In my personal life it’s helped me accomplish many feats, many obstacles that I didn’t know I had, which is awesome.
I actually was pregnant during my time here at Fortis and now that I have two little babies I am able to be home at night, I am able to home on weekends which I love and they love, I get more time with them.
My education here it’s given me a lot of confidence just because I know what I’m doing when I go out somewhere. So I’m more confident and then in my career it gave me the basis to get fully involved in the HVAC career from the start.
Licensure and Certification
This program meets the educational requirements for licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN) in the state of Florida and Alabama.
We have not made a determination for the following states*: AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, and WY.
Those who successfully graduate from the professional nursing program may be eligible to take the NLCLEX-RN ®. Approval to take the examination is not automatic. Successfully passing the NCLEX is one of several requirements for licensure.
Requirements for licensure vary among states. In order to locate the licensure eligibility requirements of another state, please refer to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) to find the contact information the Board of Nursing of that state. Click here to visit the NCSBN website.
*If you need additional information on state eligibility or transferability requirements for these states, please contact the Campus President or Dean of Nursing.
The Practical Nursing program meets the educational requirements for becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of Florida and Alabama.
We have not made a determination for the following states*: AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, and WY.
Those who successfully graduate from the Practical Nursing program may be eligible to take the NCLEX-PN ®. Approval to take the examination is not automatic. Successfully passing the NCLEX is one of several requirements for licensure.
Requirements for licensure vary among states. In order to locate the licensure eligibility requirements of another state, please refer to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) to find the contact information the Board of Nursing of that state. Click here to visit the NCSBN website.
*If you need additional information on state eligibility or transferability requirements for these states, please contact the Campus President or Dean of Nursing.
This program has been approved by and meets the educational requirements for licensure as a Cosmetologist in the state of Florida.
The program curriculum does not meet the educational requirements to become a licensed cosmetologist in the state of Alabama. An additional 300 hours beyond what is provided in this program will be required to sit for the Alabama state exam.
We have not made a determination for the following states*: AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, and WY.
Those who successfully graduate from the cosmetology program may be eligible to take the state of Florida cosmetology examination. This exam consists of two parts: a written theory exam and a written clinical exam.
After a graduate passes the state examination and a license is received, the graduate is then available for entry-level employment in a salon. A valid state license must be issued prior to working as a cosmetologist. Licensing requirements vary by state.
*If you need additional information on state eligibility or transferability requirements for these states, please contact the Campus President or Dean of Education.
The state of Florida requires a license to work as a Massage Therapist.
The Massage Therapy program meets the educational requirements to become a licensed Massage Therapist in the state of Florida and Alabama.
We have not made a determination for the following states*: AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, and WY.
Those who successfully graduate from the Massage Therapy program may be eligible to take the Massage and Bodywork licensing examination (MBLEX) administered by the Federation of State Massage Therapy Board (FSMTB). Successfully passing the MBLEX is one of several requirements for obtaining licensure.
*If you need additional information on state eligibility or transferability requirements for these states, please contact the Campus President or Dean of Education.
Graduation does not guarantee eligibility to sit for licensure, certification, or registry exams. Please understand that licensure and certification eligibility can be affected by unlawful events that take place after acceptance into a program. As part of the licensure, certification, and registration application process, arrest and court records of final adjudication for any offense other than a minor traffic violation may be submitted to credentialing agency for review. Applicants who have been convicted of a felony and whose civil rights have not been restored may be considered incomplete by the College until documentation of restoration of civil rights is received.
Licensing and certification requirements vary by state. Students who relocate to another state during their enrollment may or may not satisfy the eligibility criteria to obtain a professional license or certification in that state.
Please contact the Campus President or Dean of Education/Nursing if you have additional questions pertaining to your program of interest.