Online Learning
Real-Life Training in South Dakota
Online Learning
Real-Life Training in South Dakota
Flexible coursework, real-life skills application, and practical experience alongside best-in-class medical professionals
South Dakota Job Training Programs
Career-Focused Certification Programs in South Dakota
South Dakota Job Training Programs
Career-Focused Certification Programs in South Dakota
South Dakota is a growing hub for healthcare careers, offering essential job training opportunities for those looking to enter the field. With a strong emphasis on rural healthcare and a rising demand for medical professionals, the state provides a rewarding environment for individuals seeking stable, high-growth careers. From the hospitals and clinics in Sioux Falls and Rapid City to community health centers serving rural populations, healthcare workers play a vital role in supporting South Dakota’s residents.
With Skilltrade’s South Dakota job training programs and a strong demand for skilled workers, it’s clear why many are choosing to build their healthcare careers here. Whether exploring the scenic Black Hills or enjoying the close-knit communities that define South Dakota, professionals can find both career growth and a well-balanced lifestyle.
South Dakota’s Growing Healthcare Workforce Needs
Meeting the Demand for Healthcare Workers
South Dakota’s Growing Healthcare Workforce Needs
Meeting the Demand for Healthcare Workers
The demand for trained healthcare professionals in South Dakota continues to grow as the state’s aging population increases the need for medical services. Its rural areas are designated as medically underserved, further emphasizing the need for trained professionals in both urban and rural settings. Skilltrade’s South Dakota job training programs, which combine online coursework with hands-on training, offer a flexible and affordable way to enter the healthcare field.
Begin Your Healthcare Journey in South Dakota
Explore South Dakota’s Job Training Opportunities
Begin Your Healthcare Journey in South Dakota
Explore South Dakota’s Job Training Opportunities
From job stability to career advancement, the opportunities in South Dakota’s healthcare field continue to expand. With an industry outlook predicting continued growth and a cost of living lower than the national average, Skilltrade’s South Dakota job training programs offer an incredible opportunity to pursue a meaningful healthcare career. Take the next step toward a fulfilling career with Skilltrade’s job training programs and play a role in shaping the future of healthcare in South Dakota.
Hybrid Training, South Dakota Roots
Your Roadmap Starts Here
Hybrid Training, South Dakota Roots
Your Roadmap Starts Here
Learn, earn your certification, and accelerate your new career today
Get Educated
Get Educated
Learn online with a schedule that works for you. Gamified classes, hands-on virtual simulation, and interactive quizzes make courses engaging.
Get Practice
Get Practice
Regular, hands-on labs give you the chance to perfect your approach before you enter the workforce. Train under real medical professionals at your externship, baked right into the curriculum.
Get Certified
Get Certified
With one-on-one live support, a community of fellow students, and customized study materials, you’ll study for your certification test independently—but never alone.
Get Hired
Get Hired
Our Student Success Team helps match you with our network of top employers. Come back again and again for support with future promotions and new jobs down the road, too.
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Praise For Skilltrade
Hear From Our Fans
As an experienced medical assistant instructor and subject matter expert, I’m impressed by Skilltrade’s innovative and inclusive program design. Their online coursework is comprehensive yet accessible, balancing in-depth theory with simulated practice. It is designed to help any student succeed. Based on my industry insights, Skilltrade’s approach establishes a new standard in medical assistant education.
Leslie Reynolds
M.Ed, CCMA, CPT
Phlebotomy Girl Productions
Galloway, OH
With the demand for highly-trained and certified Medical Assistants at an all-time high, Skilltrade is setting a new standard for education. The team behind Skilltrade are experts in career training, and their approach opens doors to numerous career opportunities in the rapidly growing healthcare industry.
Melanie Martin
Regional Workforce Connector
Midwest Urban Strategies
Detroit, MI
The team at Skilltrade is passionate about providing top-tier training for future Medical Assistants. They go above and beyond to ensure that each student receives the personalized support they need to succeed, fostering a community where learning thrives.
Marcy Miller
Board Chair
Pregnancy After Loss Support
Pittsburgh, PA
In our ever-changing labor market, introduced by the COVID-19 pandemic, we need to be innovative in reimaging workforce development and occupational skills training. Skilltrade’s model is the definition of innovation and change, and we are eager to partner and let the world see it.
Walter Simmons
President & CEO
Employ Prince George’s
Largo, MD
I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to partner with Skilltrade and host student lab training as part of their hybrid training program. This collaboration aligns with our commitment to provide high-quality education and training opportunities in our community and also allows us to leverage our space when the office is closed.
Dr.
William Stefani
Partner
Renaissance Plastic Surgery
Troy, MI
We’re thrilled to have partnered with Skilltrade to develop a customized 10-hour medical assistant training program for our staff. This initiative reflects our dedication to offering our medical assistants top-notch training and development. By giving them the tools and knowledge to grow, we're helping them take on greater responsibilities and make an even bigger impact within our team.
Anthony Ahee
CEO
Together Women’s Health
Grosse Pointe, MI
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General Questions
General Questions
Are you an accredited institution?
The term accreditation is used by traditional colleges and universities that issue transferable credits and degrees, such as a BA or MBA. Skilltrade, Inc. is a trade skills educational institution that provides comprehensive training for healthcare professionals and other skilled trades to effectively prepare them to work in their respective fields. Skilltrade issues certificates of completion to all students who successfully complete all required components of the program.
Skilltrade, Inc. is not an accredited organization; however, as a program requirement, students must take the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam during the final week of the program. Upon passing the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) exam, students will earn the CCMA credential.
This exam is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) and recognized by employers throughout the U.S.
Our organizational structure allows us to offer certain advantages to students, such as lower tuition costs and more flexibility in designing innovative or niche programs without the restrictions imposed by accrediting bodies. Additionally, we are able to develop programs more quickly in response to industry trends and demands. It also allows us to employ a more flexible admissions criteria, making education accessible to students who might not meet the standards of accredited institutions.
Can I transfer credits from another institution?
No. Skilltrade training programs are standalone courses; credits from other institutions cannot be applied.
Where is the main office/headquarters located?
Our headquarters is in Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan (just outside of Detroit), but we offer training to prospective students all over the country. Our in-person training facilities for our hybrid training programs will be expanding throughout the U.S. You can find a campus near you on our Locations page.
Do you help graduates find a job?
Yes! We help graduates who successfully complete our Medical Assistant Program and pass the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) find healthcare jobs in their local communities. We also support graduates as they progress through their careers with assistance finding their next healthcare role, and the one after that.
How long is the Medical Assistant Program?
Our Medical Assistant Program is 20 weeks long. For those participating in the hybrid program format, there is also a required externship, which may extend beyond the 20-week curriculum. For additional details about the externship portion of the program, please contact an Enrollment Specialist at (844) 218-2494 or email info@skilltrade.com.
By enrolling in this online school, you agree to comply with all policies and guidelines outlined in our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Our programs are designed to meet the highest standards of online education, but completion of coursework does not guarantee certification or employment. It is your responsibility to verify that the program meets the requirements of your state, industry, or profession. We reserve the right to modify course content, fees, and policies at any time. All payments are non-refundable, and unauthorized distribution of course materials is prohibited.
Training is unavailable in the following states: Florida, North Dakota, Alaska, New York, Texas