Griffin School of Allied Health Careers in Ansonia to offer specialized training

ANSONIA – Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers is offering a new way for individuals to start an in-demand, specialized career in healthcare with its Specimen Processing Technician Certificate program.

This 10-week, hybrid program combines the convenience of self-paced, online learning with valuable hands-on experience. 

The flexible course features comprehensive virtual instruction and 30 hours of in-person clinical training through the school’s skills labs. 

Hands-on training is held twice a week for 90-minute sessions, giving students the ability to practice on-the-job techniques, gain confidence and build the experience that will set them apart in applying for a Specimen Processing Technician position.

The school is offering the course in response to a growing need for trained laboratory support professionals as healthcare organizations continue to expand their reliance on diagnostic services.  

“Specimen Processing Technicians are essential members of a diagnostic laboratory team, responsible for receiving, identifying, labeling, preparing, and routing patient specimens for testing,” said Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers Director Tracy Huneke. “With opportunities in hospitals, physician practices, reference laboratories, and outpatient clinics, Specimen Processing Technicians serve as a vital link between patient care areas and the laboratory.”

The Specimen Processing Technician Certificate program is set to start in the fall of 2026 and is currently accepting applications.

The School of Allied Health Careers provides exceptional healthcare education with knowledgeable and experienced nurses and instructors. Students receive unmatched experience in an eight-time Newsweek World’s Best Hospital in programs including Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy, Patient Care Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant and Practical Nursing. Authorized by the Connecticut Department of Higher Education and approved by the State of Connecticut Department of Health, the school offers one-on-one teaching that has helped its graduates achieve a high rate of success on certification tests. 

Also, the school boasts a strong job placement rate with most graduates quickly finding positions at Griffin or other area hospitals and medical practices.

Students must be proficient in the English language to apply for admission. 

For more information about the school, call 203-732-1276 #2 or visit www.griffinalliedhealth.org.

Griffin School of Allied Health Careers in Naugatuck to hold open house

NAUGATUCK - The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers will host an open house for its rewarding Practical Nursing (PN) program on July 28 from 5-7 p.m. at the school’s Naugatuck campus, 1186 New Haven Road.

The school’s 14-month PN Program offers an exceptional teaching experience at the only hospital-based program in the state of Connecticut. 

With knowledgeable and experienced teachers who are nationally certified or master’s prepared nurses and real-world clinical rotations at Griffin Hospital, Stamford Hospital, Masonicare, and Gaylord Hospital, the PN program prepares new nurses to thrive in a multitude of complex clinical practice settings. 

The 6,000-square foot Naugatuck campus is designed to provide the school’s PN students with an experiential learning environment featuring state-of-the-art simulation technology that is incorporated in realistic laboratories for nursing students to practice as if they are in actual clinical situations. 

The experience enables a smooth transition from classroom to the practice setting, and from student to proficient caregiver.

The PN program is approved by the State of CT Board of Examiners for Nursing and has a 100% licensure test pass rate, leading many graduates to immediate job placement. The school can also connect students with several academic funding opportunities upon request.

Reservations are required by calling 203-732-1276 or emailing PNprogram@griffinhealth.org.

About the School of Allied Health Careers

Approved by the Connecticut Office of Higher of Education and the State of Connecticut Department of Health, the Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers offers advanced hands-on training and personalized teaching in its Practical Nursing, Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Medical Assistant, and Phlebotomy programs. 

The school has helped graduates achieve a high rate of success on national certification exams and has a strong job placement rate with most graduates quickly finding positions at area hospitals, skilled nursing facilities and medical practices.

Anyone 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED may apply for admission. Early application is encouraged for all courses, as space is limited. 

For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578 or visit griffinhealth.org/school.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital. 

Griffin Hospital School in Naugatuck to host open house May 12

NAUGATUCK - The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers will host an open house for its rewarding Practical Nursing program May 12 from 5-7 p.m. at the school’s Naugatuck campus, 1186 New Haven Road.

The school’s 14-month PN Program offers an exceptional teaching experience at the only hospital-based program in the state of Connecticut. 

With knowledgeable and experienced teachers who are nationally certified or master’s prepared nurses and real-world clinical rotations at Griffin Hospital, Stamford Hospital, Masonicare, and Gaylord Hospital, the PN program prepares new nurses to thrive in a multitude of complex clinical practice settings. 

The 6,000-square foot Naugatuck Campus is designed to provide the school’s PN students with an experiential learning environment featuring state-of-the-art simulation technology that is incorporated in realistic laboratories for nursing students to practice as if they are in actual clinical situations. The experience enables a smooth transition from classroom to the practice setting, and from student to proficient caregiver.

The PN program is approved by the State of CT Board of Examiners for Nursing and has a 100% licensure test pass rate, leading many graduates to immediate job placement. 

The school can also connect students with several academic funding opportunities upon request.

The school is also hosting open houses on June 18 and July 28 from 5-7 p.m.

Reservations are required by calling 203-732-1276 or emailing PNprogram@griffinhealth.org.

About the School of Allied Health Careers

Approved by the Connecticut Office of Higher of Education and the State of Connecticut Department of Health, the Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers offers advanced hands-on training and personalized teaching in its Practical Nursing, Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Medical Assistant, and Phlebotomy programs. The school has helped graduates achieve a high rate of success on national certification exams and has a strong job placement rate with most graduates quickly finding positions at area hospitals, skilled nursing facilities and medical practices.

Anyone 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED may apply for admission. Early application is encouraged for all courses, as space is limited. 

For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578 or visit griffinhealth.org/school.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital. 

Griffin Allied Health Careers School in Ansonia to hold open house Thursday

ANSONIA - In honor of National Caregiver Appreciation Day (March 3), the Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers, 219 Division St., in partnership with Futuro Health is waiving application fees and highlighting its new tuition-free scholarships.

Until March 20, Futuro Health is waiving its $150 application fee for the School’s exceptional Certified Nurse Assistant, Phlebotomy, Medical Assistant and Patient Care Technician training programs. 

Additionally, the School has recently partnered with Futuro Health to offer its healthcare training courses tuition-free to qualifying applicants.

The School will host an open house and application assistance event March 12 from 2-6 p.m.

The School of Allied Health Careers provides exceptional healthcare education with knowledgeable and experienced nurses and teachers who are nationally certified or master’s prepared nurses. 

Students receive unmatched experience in a seven-time Newsweek World’s Best Hospital in programs including Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy, Patient Care Technician, and Nursing Assistant. 

Authorized by the Connecticut Department of Higher Education and approved by the State of Connecticut Department of Health, the school offers one-on-one teaching that has helped its graduates achieve a high rate of success on certification tests. 

Also, the school boasts a strong job placement rate with most graduates quickly finding positions at Griffin or other area hospitals and medical practices.

Students must be proficient in the English language to apply for admission. 

For more information about the school, call 203-732-1276 #2 or visit griffinhealth.org/allied-health.

About Futuro Health

Futuro Health addresses the critical shortage in health   are workers through its national nonprofit mission to improve the health and well-being of communities by growing the largest network of allied health workers in the nation. 

We empower individuals by providing them with the credentials and qualifications for their first or next healthcare career, making education on journeys into allied health careers possible. 

By building the talent that employers need and creating a path to opportunity that workers want, we are transforming lives and communities. 

Visit www.futurohealth.org.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Griffin Hospital in Naugatuck to hold open house for practical nursing

 

NAUGATUCK - The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers will host an open house for its rewarding Practical Nursing program March 5 from 5-7 p.m. at the school’s Naugatuck campus, 1186 New Haven Road.

The school’s 14-month PN Program offers an exceptional teaching experience at the only hospital-based program in the state of Connecticut.

With knowledgeable and experienced teachers who are nationally certified or master’s prepared nurses and real-world clinical rotations at Griffin Hospital, Stamford Hospital, Masonicare, and Gaylord Hospital, the PN program prepares new nurses to thrive in a multitude of complex clinical practice settings.

The 6,000-square foot Naugatuck Campus is designed to provide the school’s PN students with an experiential learning environment featuring state-of-the-art simulation technology that is incorporated in realistic laboratories for nursing students to practice as if they are in actual clinical situations. The experience enables a smooth transition from classroom to the practice setting, and from student to proficient caregiver.

The PN program is approved by the State of CT Board of Examiners for Nursing and has a 100% licensure test pass rate, leading many graduates to immediate job placement. The school can also connect students with several academic funding opportunities upon request.

Reservations are required by calling 203-732-1276 or emailing PNprogram@griffinhealth.org.

About the School of Allied Health Careers
Approved by the Connecticut Office of Higher of Education and the State of Connecticut Department of Health, the Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers offers advanced hands-on training and personalized teaching in its Practical Nursing, Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Medical Assistant, and Phlebotomy programs. 

The school has helped graduates achieve a high rate of success on national certification exams and has a strong job placement rate with most graduates quickly finding positions at area hospitals, skilled nursing facilities and medical practices.
Anyone 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED may apply for admission. Early application is encouraged for all courses, as space is limited. 

For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578 or visit griffinhealth.org/school.

This is a press release from Griffin Health.

Griffin Health in Naugatuck to host open houses for LPN program

NAUGATUCK - The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers will host a series of open houses this winter for its rewarding Practical Nursing (PN) program.
The open houses will be Feb. 12 and March 5 from 5-7 p.m. at the school’s Naugatuck campus at 1186 New Haven Rd.

The school’s 14-month PN Program offers an exceptional teaching experience at the only hospital-based program in the state of Connecticut. 

With knowledgeable and experienced teachers who are nationally certified or master’s prepared nurses and real-world clinical rotations at Griffin Hospital, Stamford Hospital, Masonicare, and Gaylord Hospital, the PN program prepares new nurses to thrive in a multitude of complex clinical practice settings.
The 6,000-square foot Naugatuck Campus is designed to provide the school’s PN students with an experiential learning environment featuring state-of-the-art simulation technology that is incorporated in realistic laboratories for nursing students to practice as if they are in actual clinical situations. 

The experience enables a smooth transition from classroom to the practice setting, and from student to proficient caregiver.
The PN program is approved by the State of CT Board of Examiners for Nursing and has a 100% licensure test pass rate, leading many graduates to immediate job placement. 

The school can also connect students with several academic funding opportunities upon request.
Reservations are required by calling 203-732-1276 or emailing PNprogram@griffinhealth.org.

About the School of Allied Health Careers
Approved by the Connecticut Office of Higher of Education and the State of Connecticut Department of Health, the Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers offers advanced hands-on training and personalized teaching in its Practical Nursing, Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Medical Assistant, and Phlebotomy programs. 

The school has helped graduates achieve a high rate of success on national certification exams and has a strong job placement rate with most graduates quickly finding positions at area hospitals, skilled nursing facilities and medical practices.
Anyone 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED may apply for admission. Early application is encouraged for all courses, as space is limited. 

For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578 or visit griffinhealth.org/school.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Griffin School of Allied Health Careers in Naugatuck to hold open houses

NAUGATUCK - Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers will host a series of open houses this winter for its rewarding Practical Nursing  program.

The open houses will be Jan. 6, Feb. 12, and March 5 from 5-7 p.m. at the school’s Naugatuck campus at 1186 New Haven Road.

The school’s 14-month PN Program offers an exceptional teaching experience at the only hospital-based program in the state of Connecticut. 

With knowledgeable and experienced teachers who are nationally certified or master’s prepared nurses and real-world clinical rotations at Griffin Hospital, Stamford Hospital, Masonicare and Gaylord Hospital, the PN program prepares new nurses to thrive in a multitude of complex clinical practice settings.

The 6,000-square foot Naugatuck Campus is designed to provide the school’s PN students with an experiential learning environment featuring state-of-the-art simulation technology that is incorporated in realistic laboratories for nursing students to practice as if they are in actual clinical situations. The experience enables a smooth transition from classroom to the practice setting, and from student to proficient caregiver.

The PN program is approved by the State of CT Board of Examiners for Nursing and has a 100% licensure test pass rate, leading many graduates to immediate job placement. 

The school can also connect students with several academic funding opportunities upon request.

Reservations are required by calling 203-732-1276 or emailing PNprogram@griffinhealth.org.

About the School of Allied Health Careers

Approved by the Connecticut Office of Higher of Education and the State of Connecticut Department of Health, the Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers offers advanced hands-on training and personalized teaching in its Practical Nursing, Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Medical Assistant, and Phlebotomy programs. 

The school has helped graduates achieve a high rate of success on national certification exams and has a strong job placement rate with most graduates quickly finding positions at area hospitals, skilled nursing facilities and medical practices.

Anyone 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED may apply for admission. Early application is encouraged for all courses, as space is limited.

For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578 or visit griffinhealth.org/school.

Griffin Hospital to hold open house at Naugatuck campus for LPN careers

 

Griffin School of Allied Health Careers in Naugatuck slates open houses

NAUGATUCK - The Griffin Hospital School of

Allied Health Careers will host a Fall Festival Student Appreciation Day and Open House on Oct. 11 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at 1186 New Haven Road.

Individuals interested in the school’s Practical Nursing (PN) program are invited to bring their families to this free celebration, featuring free games, activities, and fall-themed fun.

The open house will highlight the school’s 14-month PN Program that offers an exceptional teaching experience as the only hospital-based program in the state of Connecticut. With knowledgeable and experienced teachers who are nationally certified or master’s prepared nurses and real-world clinical rotations at Griffin Hospital, Stamford Hospital, Masonicare and Gaylord Hospital, the PN program prepares new nurses to thrive in a multitude of complex clinical practice settings.

In addition to the Fall Festival, the school will hold a series of virtual and in-person open houses. The virtual open houses will be Sept. 29 and Oct. 9 from 12-1 p.m. and 5-6 p.m. There will be an in-person open house at 1186 New Haven Road  Nov. 5 from 5-7 p.m.

Reservations are required by calling 203-732-1276 (press option 1 for the PN Program) or by emailing PNprogram@griffinhealth.org.

The school’s 6,000-square foot Naugatuck campus is designed to provide PN students with an experiential learning environment featuring state-of-the-art simulation technology that is incorporated in realistic laboratories for nursing students to practice as if they are in actual clinical situations. 

The experience enables a smooth transition from classroom to the practice setting, and from student to proficient caregiver.

The PN program is approved by the State of CT Board of Examiners for Nursing and has a 100% licensure test pass rate, leading many graduates to immediate job placement. The school can also connect students with several academic funding opportunities upon request.

About the School of Allied Health Careers

Approved by the Connecticut Office of Higher of Education and the State of Connecticut Department of Health, the Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers offers advanced hands-on training and personalized teaching in its Practical Nursing (PN), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Patient Care Technician (PCT), Medical Assistant (MA), and Phlebotomy programs. The school has helped graduates achieve a high rate of success on national certification exams and has a strong job placement rate with most graduates quickly finding positions at area hospitals, skilled nursing facilities and medical practices.

Anyone 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED may apply for admission. Early application is encouraged for all courses, as space is limited. 

For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276 (option 1 for the PN Program, option 2 for CNA, PCT, MA, and Phlebotomy programs) or visit griffinhealth.org/school.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Griffin Hospital to hold open houses Thursday for LPN program in Naugatuck, virtual

NAUGATUCK - The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers will host virtual and in-person open houses for its rewarding Practical Nursing (PN) program on Thursday, July 17. A virtual open house will be from 1-2 p.m. and an in-person open house will be from 5-7 p.m. at the school’s campus at 1186 New Haven Road

The school’s 14-month PN Program offers an exceptional teaching experience at the only hospital-based program in the state of Connecticut. With knowledgeable and experienced teachers who are nationally certified or master’s prepared nurses and real-world clinical rotations at Griffin Hospital, Stamford Hospital, Masonicare, and Gaylord Hospital, the PN program prepares new nurses to thrive in a multitude of complex clinical practice settings.

The 6,000-square foot Naugatuck Campus is designed to provide the school’s PN students with an experiential learning environment featuring state-of-the-art simulation technology that is incorporated in realistic laboratories for nursing students to practice as if they are in actual clinical situations. 

The experience enables a smooth transition from classroom to the practice setting, and from student to proficient caregiver.

The PN program is approved by the State of CT Board of Examiners for Nursing and has a 100% licensure test pass rate, leading many graduates to immediate job placement. The school can also connect students with several academic funding opportunities upon request.

Reservations are required by calling 203-732-1276 or emailing PNprogram@griffinhealth.org.

About the School of Allied Health Careers

Approved by the Connecticut Office of Higher of Education and the State of Connecticut Department of Health, the Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers offers advanced hands-on training and personalized teaching in its Practical Nursing, Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Medical Assistant, and Phlebotomy programs. The school has helped graduates achieve a high rate of success on national certification exams and has a strong job placement rate with most graduates quickly finding positions at area hospitals, skilled nursing facilities and medical practices.

Anyone 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED may apply for admission. Early application is encouraged for all courses, as space is limited. 

For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578 or visit griffinhealth.org/school.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers in Ansonia to host open house

Griffin Hospital photo

ANSONIA - The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers will host an open house from 2-6 p.m. June 30 to highlight its new Ansonia location and new scholarship and grant opportunities.

The school is pleased to announce a new scholarship program available to prospective students. 

Futuro Health and the Elizabeth C. Deluca Foundation will provide scholarships that cover the full cost of tuition for the school’s Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Phlebotomy and Medical Assistant programs. The scholarships are part of the organizations’ shared mission to support growth, health and wealth of communities by supporting adults seeking a rewarding career in healthcare. 

Applicants must be 18 years of age to apply.

The school also has partnerships with TEAM Inc., The Workplace, Inc. and other grant programs that can reduce tuition costs.

The school recently moved to 219 Division St. in Ansonia, offering increased space for classrooms and its fully equipped hospital patient care simulation room. The open house will give prospective students a chance to tour the facility and learn more about the school’s CNA, Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy and Patient Care Technician training programs.

The School of Allied Health Careers provides exceptional healthcare education with knowledgeable and experienced teachers who are nationally certified or master’s prepared nurses. 

Students receive unmatched experience in a seven-time Newsweek World’s Best Hospital in programs including Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy, Patient Care Technician, and Nursing Assistant. Accredited by the Connecticut Department of Higher Education and approved by the State of Connecticut Department of Health, the school offers one-on-one teaching that has helped its graduates achieve a high rate of success on certification tests. Also, the school boasts a strong job placement rate with most graduates quickly finding positions at Griffin or other area hospitals and medical practices

Students must be proficient in the English language to apply for admission. 

The COVID 19 vaccination series is required prior to enrollment.

For more information about the school, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578 or visit griffinhealth.org/allied-health.

About Futuro Health

Futuro Health addresses the critical shortage in healthcare workers through its national nonprofit mission to improve the health and well-being of communities by growing the largest network of allied health workers in the nation. We empower individuals by providing them with the credentials and qualifications for their first or next healthcare career, making education on journeys into allied health careers possible. By building the talent that employers need and creating a path to opportunity that workers want, we are transforming lives and communities. 

Visit www.futurohealth.org.

This is a press release from Griffin Health.

Griffin School of Allied Health Careers in Naugatuck to hold virtual open houses

NAUGATUCK - The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers will host two virtual open houses for its rewarding Practical Nursing program on May 27 from 12-1 p.m. and from 5-7 p.m.

The school’s 14-month PN Program offers an exceptional teaching experience at the only hospital-based program in the state of Connecticut.

With knowledgeable and experienced teachers who are nationally certified or master’s prepared nurses and real-world clinical rotations at Griffin Hospital, Stamford Hospital, Masonicare and Gaylord Hospital, the PN program prepares new nurses to thrive in a multitude of complex clinical practice settings. 

The 6,000-square foot Naugatuck Campus, at 1186 New Haven Road, is designed to provide the school’s PN students with an experiential learning environment featuring state-of-the-art simulation technology that is incorporated in realistic laboratories for nursing students to practice as if they are in actual clinical situations. 

The experience enables a smooth transition from classroom to the practice setting, and from student to proficient caregiver.

The PN program is approved by the State of CT Board of Examiners for Nursing and has a 100% licensure test pass rate, leading many graduates to immediate job placement. The school can also connect students with several academic funding opportunities upon request.

Reservations are required by calling 203-732-1276 or emailing PNprogram@griffinhealth.org.

This is a press release from Griffin Health.