SOUTHFIELD —As technology reshapes every industry, Lawrence Technological University and MedCerts, a Stride Inc. company and national provider of online healthcare and IT career training, are joining forces to close the skills gap in two of the fastest-growing fields, said Mary Schutten, Dean of LTU’s College of Health Sciences. She joins MITechTV to provide details.
Through this collaboration, LTU students will have access to more than 50 MedCerts certification programs, including Medical Assistant, Professional Coder, and Surgical Technologist. The programs offer flexible, online learning options tailored to working adults, career changers, and transfer students. The partnership aligns with LTU’s focus on integrating emerging technologies into every discipline, empowering students to enter or advance in high-demand careers with real-world credentials and marketable skills.
“This partnership provides an integrated approach for students who want to begin in healthcare, earn a credential, and then move to the next degree level,” said Schutten said. “We want to support people discovering their passion for healthcare as well as professionals retraining for their next role. MedCerts offers the flexibility and industry relevance to make that possible.”
LTU launched its College of Health Sciences in 2023. Its programs combine hands-on clinical education with advanced technology and data integration, preparing graduates to lead in a rapidly changing healthcare landscape. Current degree offerings include a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, associate and bachelor of science degrees in Allied Health Sciences, a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies, a Master of Science in Healthcare Administration, and a doctoral degree in health sciences.
“This partnership is about meeting students where they are,” said Jennifer Kolb, vice president of workforce development and director of academic partnerships at MedCerts. “Some students want to start working in healthcare right away, while others are ready for a four-year degree. Whether they’re new to the field or pivoting mid-career, this partnership gives them a pathway that fits their goals with the tech skills today’s healthcare employers demand.”
The collaboration also builds on LTU’s interdisciplinary approach to healthcare education. In partnership with the College of Engineering, LTU offers a Master of Science in Cardiovascular Perfusion and Intraoperative Neuromonitoring, merging clinical expertise with engineering innovation, further strengthening LTU’s reputation as a university where technology and human care intersect.
“At LTU, we believe every job is a tech job, especially in healthcare,” LTU President Tarek Sobh said. “By integrating MedCerts’ programs with our technology-rich curriculum, we’re helping students and professionals prepare for the industries of the future, where innovation and compassion go hand in hand.”
To learn more about this partnership, visit: https://ltu.medcerts.com/.
About MedCerts: MedCerts provides innovative, online career training programs that prepare learners for in-demand roles in healthcare and IT. With immersive eLearning, expert instruction, and strong employer partnerships, MedCerts has helped more than 100,000 students earn credentials and advance their careers. Through its Partner Solutions, MedCerts collaborates with employers, colleges, and workforce agencies to bridge the gap between education and employment. MedCerts is a portfolio brand of Stride Inc., a Reston, Va.-based leader in online learning.
Learn more at medcerts.com or partners.medcerts.com.
