Our Name. Our Promise.
What H.O.P.E. Means
Our Mission
To Educate, Certify,
and Place.
100% Grant-Funded
Programs & Certifications
Simple Process
How It Works
Pre-Qualify
Complete our free online pre-qualification form. We review your eligibility for grant funding in 1–2 business days.
Enroll & Train
Once approved, you enroll in your chosen program. Classes are in-person or hybrid, with evening and weekend options.
Get Certified & Placed
Complete your program, earn your certification, and connect with our employer network for direct job placement support.
Who We Serve
Training Built for Everyone
Students
New to healthcare? Our entry-level programs like CNA, EMT, and AHA are designed for people with no prior medical experience.
Apply Free →Career Changers
Already working? Our evening, weekend, and hybrid schedules let you train for a new healthcare career without leaving your current job.
Explore Programs →Healthcare Partners
Looking to hire qualified local talent? Partner with RIEC to connect your facility with our graduates and support the RI healthcare workforce.
Email Us →Start Today
Your Healthcare Career
Starts Free.
Pre-qualify today and we will guide you through every step — from enrollment to your first day on the job.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
- Low-income and underserved Rhode Island residents are eligible for state workforce development grants that cover 100% of tuition and fees. We help you confirm eligibility as part of the free pre-qualification process — it takes under 5 minutes and most applicants qualify.
- Depending on the program, you will earn nationally recognized credentials including CNA (RI State License), NHA CPT (Phlebotomy), NHA CET (EKG), NREMT (EMT/Paramedic), or AHA BLS/ACLS/PALS. All credentials are accepted by Rhode Island employers.
- Program length varies: EKG and Phlebotomy are 4–6 weeks; CNA is 8 weeks; PCT is 12 weeks; EMT is 16 weeks; AEMT-Cardiac is approximately 6 months; and the Paramedic program is 12–18 months.
- Yes. RIEC actively connects graduates with hiring partners across Rhode Island healthcare. We provide resume support, interview prep, and direct referrals. Our goal is placement, not just certification.