About Akron Children's HospitalAkron Children's Hospital has been caring for children since 1890, and our pediatric specialties are ranked among the nation's best by U.S. News & World Report. With two hospital campuses, regional health centers and more than 50 primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, we're making it easier for today's busy families to find the high-quality care they need. In 2020, our health care system provided more than 1.1 million patient encounters. We also operate neonatal and pediatric units in the hospitals of our regional health care partners. Every year, our Children's Home Care Group nurses provide thousands of in-home visits, and our School Health nurses manage clinic visits for students from preschool through high school. With our Quick Care Online virtual visits and Akron Children's Anywhere app, we're here for families whenever and wherever they need us. Learn more at .OUR PROMISESTo treat every child as we would our ownTo treat others as they would like to be treatedTo turn no child away for any reasonWe are seeking people who are committed to fostering a diverse environment in which patients, family and staff from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed, included and can thrive.WHAT IS CAREER LAUNCH?Career Launch is a workforce development program designed to help you kickstart your health care career. We remove the financial burden of completing your degree while providing the mentoring and support needed to graduate. Our students attend local colleges and career centers to earn the skills needed to advance their careers. We offer the following tracks:Medical Assistant (MA)Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN)Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)next cohort begins Spring 2024Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Electroencephalogram Technician (EEG)Polysomnography Technician for Beeghly campusCertified Surgical Technologist (OR Tech)RadiographyMentalHealth Counseling Trainee (Master's degree internship)Cardiac SonographySterile Processing TechnicianPolice OfficerEmergency Medical Technician B- (EMT-B) for Beeghly CampusSTNA*Medical Laboratory Technician*Pharmacy Technician*Phlebotomist*Cybersecurity**Cohorts are currently closed. Please apply to learn more about the program and discuss our education assistance benefits.At Children's, we understand that everyone's journey to graduation isunique. That'swhy we offer two different options for this program:Traditional Career LaunchOur traditional Career Launch program provides an opportunity to work a full-time, part-time or PRN (on-call) position at Akron Children's while attending school at least part-time. Participants work in various roles and move into their clinical position after graduation to fulfill a two-year work commitment.Career Launch PlusCareer Launch Plus is designed for employees and community members who want a fast track to graduation. Students attend school full-time while being offered up to fifteen hours of paid professional development time each month. This program offers more schedule flexibility and time to study. After graduation, participants fulfill a three-year work commitment to Akron Children's Hospital.PROGRAM BENEFITSWe find ways to help program participants overcome common challenges by offering 100% paid tuition, paid fees for uniforms, books, supplies, and equipment, as wellas optionsfor other benefits including:Transportation assistanceChildcare reimbursementOpportunities for mentorship and networking within the hospitalJob placement assistance after graduation at Akron Children's HospitalHOW DO I QUALIFY?Career Launchparticipants willpossess traits that align with our three promises:To treat every child as we would our own