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Rigorous training and workplace skills result in careers and family sustaining wages

BCAT offers cost-free adult workforce training programs in healthcare and tech fields, with additional support to ensure our students are successful in graduating, earning certifications, and in attaining and retaining good jobs.

We provide support for students who are navigating formidable barriers including poverty, racism, and trauma, and inequitable access to basic needs. BCAT helps students complete their program, and attain certifications and jobs that lead to family-sustaining wages and opportunities for advancement.

Tutoring, mentoring, professional development, workplace skills, and social support are key to our success. Our dedicated staff embodies a mindset of “never quit” while working with students to navigate their personal barriers to success.

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Training Programs Include

IT Tech+

IT Technical Support Technician

IT Network + Exam Prep

IT Security + Exam Prep

Medical Administrative Assistant

Pharmacy Technician
Entry Level

Phlebotomy

Hybrid - Landscape
Maintenance Technician

FAQs

Interested applicants can apply to most classes online by completing this form.  Please be sure to read all instructions carefully as applicants will not be considered unless all items are completed. For Phlebotomy classes only, please apply through EOC here. 

Applicants are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To begin, we require a letter of intent, and resume. If we determine that you are a strong fit, we will contact you to schedule an interview and a baseline assessment, which evaluates your English and math skills. There are minimum score requirements to be eligible for the program.

Our anticipated courses for 2027 are as follows:
  • Pharmacy Technician
    • Meets Monday – Thursday, 6 hours/day (410 hours total) – 9am-3pm
    • Cohort 2026A*
      • January 19 – June 1
    • Cohort 2027B
      • July 12 – November 10
  • Phlebotomy
    • Meets Monday – Thursday, 3 hours/day (120 hours total) – Daytime and Evening classes available
    • 2027A/B *
      • January 19 – April 8
    • 2027C/D
      • May 3 – July 12
    • 2027E/F
      • September 13 – November 18
  • Medical Administrative Assistant
    • Meets Monday – Thursday, 3 hours/day (160 hours total) – 5:30pm-8:30pm
    • Cohort 2027A
      • March 1 – June 9
    • Cohort 2027B
      • August 16 – November 17
  • Tech +
    • Meets Monday – Thursday, 3 hours/day (72 hours total) – 5:30pm – 8:30pm
    • Cohort 2027A*
      • January 25 – March 25
    • Cohort 2027B
      • April 26 – June 17
    • Cohort 2027C
      • July 26 – September 16
    • Cohort 2027D
      • October 4 – November 24
  • A+
    • Meets Monday – Thursday, 3 hours/day (120 hours total) – 5:30pm – 8:30pm
    • Cohort 2027A*
      • January 11 – March 25
    • Cohort 2027B
      • April 12 – June 21
    • Cohort 2027C
      • July 12 – September 20
    • Cohort 2027D
      • October 4 – December 13
  • Network +
    • Meets Monday – Thursday, 3 hours/day (140 hours total) – 5:30pm – 8:30pm
    • Cohort 2027A*
      • May 2 – July 26
  • Security +
    • Meets Monday – Thursday, 3 hours/day (120 hours total) – 5:30pm – 8:30pm
    • Cohort 2027A
      • January 25 – April 14
    • Cohort 2027B
      • September 27 – December 6

(Anticipated schedule as of October 2026)

Interested applicants apply online on the IT Pathway & Allied Health Interest Form. ALL necessary documents must be submitted in order for applications to be considered. We will reach out to you regarding your application via email within 7 business days.
If we determine that your qualifications align with the requirements of the program, we will reach out to you via email to schedule an interview. Following the interview, selected candidates will be asked to complete a baseline assessment to evaluate math and English levels.
You will receive your baseline assessment score via email within 7 business days of completing your assessment. If you pass your baseline assessment, we will send you a formal acceptance email. If you do not pass, we will reach out via email to discuss next steps.

For questions about the status of your application please reach out to enrollment@bufcat.org

BASELINE ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS

Baseline Assessment scores will be emailed to you within 7 business days of completing your assessment.

If your assessment score falls below the minimum requirement, we offer free tutoring to help you reach the necessary level. The number of tutoring sessions needed will depend on your score, and the plan will be tailored to your specific needs. We will follow up with you directly by email to provide more information and schedule sessions, which are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

If your assessment score meets or exceeds the minimum requirement, you may be invited to join the upcoming cohort or placed on a waiting list for consideration in the next one.”

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BCAT Has Moved!

We have moved and will resume SCHEDULED testing at
368 Sycamore on 10/14.