Accelerate Hiring. Close Staffing Gaps
— in just 4 months and with 1-year retention guarantee.
Accelerate Hiring. Close Staffing Gaps
— in just 4 months and with 1-year retention guarantee.
The Problem Isn’t Just Staffing Gaps
— It’s How We Fill Them
The Problem Isn’t Just Staffing Gaps
— It’s How We Fill Them
Recruiters and temp agencies weren’t designed for long-term healthcare workforce development. Skilltrade helps you take control with direct-hire training solutions tailored to your hiring goals.
Whether you need certified Medical Assistants or Surgical Technologists, we make it easy to build and retain a stronger clinical team — without the operational burden.
$4,000
$4,000
Programs start around $4,000 — fully tax-deductible
4-month
4-month
4-month certification with hybrid + hands-on delivery
Internal or Pre-Screened
Internal or Pre-Screened
Recruit new hires or upskill your existing team
1-year
1-year
Retention guarantee of 1-year — or we replace at no cost
Why This Beats Traditional Hiring
— Every Time
Why This Beats Traditional Hiring
— Every Time
Traditional Recruiting
Skilltrade Model
Average Cost to Hire
$6,000 - $10,000
Starts around $4,000 (tax deductible)
Time to Fill
60 - 120+ days with high dropout risk
4-month training
Risk of Turnover
High
1-year commitment + replacement guarantee
Onboarding Time
Long and inconsistent
Customized to your systems
Loyalty & Culture Fit
Uncertain
Internal or pre-screened talent
What Makes Us
Different
What Makes Us
Different
Skilltrade is not a staffing agency. We're a healthcare talent partner — helping you recruit, train, and retain top-tier professionals while keeping full control of your workforce strategy.
End-to-End Support Without the Overhead
End-to-End Support Without the Overhead
You hire directly — No temp fees, no markups.
We do the heavy lifting — Outreach, screening, onboarding, training, externships, and tracking.
Your investment is protected — Every candidate signs a 1-year employment agreement, with a no-cost replacement if needed.
Two Proven Talent Models — One Unified Strategy
Two Proven Talent Models — One Unified Strategy
Train-and-Hire: We recruit, train, and certify job-ready candidates committed to joining your team.
Upskill Your Team: Enroll current employees in certification programs to promote from within and boost loyalty.
Why Employers Choose
Skilltrade
Why Employers Choose
Skilltrade
Direct-Hire Training Pipelines: Build your team with certified, pre-screened hires.
Upskilling that Sticks: Retain and elevate existing staff through certification.
Externships + Bootcamps: Real-world learning, mapped to your clinical workflows.
Progress Tracking: Full LMS access with visibility into every learner’s progress.
1-Year Retention Guarantee: If a hire doesn’t stay, we replace them — free.
No Recruiter Fees: Avoid agency markups and temp contracts.
Skilltrade Helps You
Unlock Advancement Pathways
Skilltrade Helps You
Unlock Advancement Pathways
Internal promotions reduce burnout, strengthen loyalty, and close critical staffing gaps with talent you already trust.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) — Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) — Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Receptionist — Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Receptionist — Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Sterile Processing Technician — Surgical Technologist
Sterile Processing Technician — Surgical Technologist
Nationally-Recognized Certifications
That Fill Critical Roles — Fast
Nationally-Recognized Certifications
That Fill Critical Roles — Fast
Our short-term programs are hybrid (online + hands-on), accredited, and mapped to national standards — ensuring your new hires are prepared for day one.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Train-and-Hire model work, and how much effort is required from our HR team?
With Skilltrade’s Train-and-Hire model, you identify the roles you need to fill—we handle the rest. From building a co-branded recruitment campaign to screening, enrolling, training, and certifying candidates, we manage the entire process. Your HR team only needs to approve the job criteria and interview final candidates. Most partners are up and running with minimal lift and full visibility throughout.
Can bootcamps be timed and aligned with hospital onboarding and internal competency checklists?
Yes. Our hands-on bootcamps and externships can be scheduled to align with your internal onboarding calendar and tailored to mirror your organization’s clinical workflows, tools, and competency requirements. This ensures faster integration and reduced ramp-up time for new hires.
Are programs accredited or tied to national certifications?
All Skilltrade programs prepare learners for nationally recognized certifications from organizations such as the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Our curriculum is reviewed by healthcare subject matter experts and aligns with the latest industry standards and compliance expectations.
What happens if a sponsored candidate doesn’t stay or meet expectations?
We stand by our outcomes. Every employer-sponsored candidate signs a one-year retention agreement. If a graduate doesn’t meet expectations or leaves early, Skilltrade provides a replacement at no additional cost—ensuring your investment in workforce development is protected.
How does Skilltrade support job placement?
Skilltrade offers end-to-end job placement support through its Train-and-Hire model. We pre-screen and train candidates based on your specific job roles, then place them directly into your organization. We also provide post-placement support and a one-year retention guarantee.
How quickly can training programs be launched?
Our programs can launch in as little as 30–60 days. We offer turnkey implementation—including a branded microsite, enrollment support, training delivery, externship coordination, and onboarding integration.
What support do you provide during training?
We offer hands-on bootcamps, real-world externships, an AI-powered LMS, and full reporting to track progress and ensure alignment with your onboarding standards.