Events

We’re currently enrolling students in our day and evening Medical Assistant course. The classes will be held Mondays through Thursdays from September 2, 2025, to January 29, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm on our Scranton campus. Students can earn a certificate in just 18 weeks.

The course prepares students to assist physicians by performing clinical functions in a medical office. These functions include preparing patients for examination and treatment, performing routine laboratory procedures, understanding pharmacology, and taking and documenting vital signs. Students will also learn the fundamentals of phlebotomy and venipuncture, anatomy and physiology, and medical terminology commonly used in the field. Graduates will gain the knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties required of a medical assistant. Upon completion, students will have the option to take the industry-recognized Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

The class fee is $6,000 and is approved by PA CareerLink for those eligible for funding through their local CareerLink office. Students must have a high school diploma or GED, or be on track to receive a high school diploma within 12 months of the course’s completion.

To learn more or to enroll in the Medical Assistant course, visit johnson.edu/medicalassistant or contact the College’s WAVE department at wave@johnson.edu or 570-702-8979.

We’re currently enrolling students in our Medical Assistant night course. The classes will be held at our Hazleton campus, Monday through Thursday, from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm, beginning October 20, 2025.

This program prepares students to assist physicians by performing functions related to the clinical aspects of a medical office. Functions include preparing patients for examination, treatment, routine laboratory procedures, pharmacology, and taking and documenting vital signs. Plus, students will learn the fundamentals of phlebotomy and venipunctures, anatomy & physiology, and medical terminology encountered in the field. Students will gain the knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties required of a medical assistant. Upon completion, students will have the option to take the leading national/industry-recognized National Healthcareer Association’s (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam.

For more information about the course or to enroll, visit https://johnson.edu/continuing-ed/medical-assistant/ or contact the Johnson College WAVE department at 570-702-8979 or email wave@johnson.edu.

Johnson College is offering Forklift Operator Training on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Diesel Truck Technology Center on the College’s campus in Scranton.

For more information, visit https://johnson.edu/continuing-ed/forklift/ or contact our team at 570-702-8979 or wave@johnson.edu.

The forklift operator training is designed to familiarize students with OSHA Powered Industrial Truck Operator Training Requirements (29CFR Standard 1910.178 and ASME B56.1), provide current training requirements under the newly adopted standards, and assist participants in becoming an authorized operator of forklifts through theory and tactile testing. Nine hours of instruction, including pre-operational inspection, picking up, traveling, and placing loads, parking procedures, refueling, and practical operation.

Designed for those who want to build both skills and confidence, the Women at the Workbench Electrical Workshop offers a hands-on, supportive environment where you can learn the basics of electricity and electrical repair.

Led by expert guidance, this empowering course will guide you through every step, from changing outlets to mastering the switch. This hands-on course breaks down the basics of electrical work. Walk in curious, walk out confident, with the power in your hands.

The workshop will be held on our Scranton Campus on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. All are welcome.

Workshop Cost: $65.00

Click here to register.

For more information, contact Johnson College’s WAVE department at 570-702-8979 or email wave@johnson.edu.