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Healthcare Analytics-From Raw Data to Real Life Use Cases

$140

with Dr. Nidhi Goel

Calendar Next available session starts Feb 5, 2026 , runs for 9 weeks

This hands-on course introduces students to the foundational principles and practical applications of healthcare analytics, with a focus on transforming raw data into meaningful insights that support decision-making across the healthcare ecosystem. Students will learn to work with diverse healthcare data—understanding its structure, cleaning and preparing it, conducting analytical procedures, and presenting findings clearly to stakeholders.

 

In addition to technical training, the course explores the application of analytics in multiple healthcare business functions:

● Marketing: Segment patient populations, optimize outreach, and evaluate campaign effectiveness

● Customer Acquisition & Engagement: Analyze patient behavior, improve access strategies, and personalize service offerings

● Finance: Forecast costs, assess ROI on health programs, and support budgeting with data-driven insights

● Contracting: Support value-based care arrangements, analyze payer performance, and inform contract negotiation using historical data Key Topics:

● Understanding and interpreting healthcare data (claims, clinical, operational, etc.)

● Data wrangling and preparation for analysis

● Exploratory data analysis and data visualization

● Statistical and predictive modeling techniques

● Application of tools: Excel, R, Python, and SPSS

● Communicating insights through dashboards and presentations

● Use case-driven analysis in marketing, finance, and healthcare operations

 

This is a hybrid non-credit course, starting February 5th.  Please see attached course schedule

Healthcare Analytics Spring Course Schedule

Effective Communication

$75

with Steve Saucier

Calendar Next available session starts Feb 19, 2026 at 8:30 am

Course Overview This interactive one-day workshop provides a practical introduction to the communication cycle, common barriers to effectiveness, and strategies for overcoming them. Participants will actively practice techniques to strengthen their ability to communicate clearly and confidently in professional, educational, and social settings.

What You’ll Learn

Understanding the communication cycle: Explore how messages are sent, received, and interpreted.

Identifying barriers: Recognize obstacles that limit effective communication and learn how to address them.

Active practice: Apply communication strategies in real-world scenarios to build confidence.

Interpersonal effectiveness: Develop skills to engage productively with individuals and groups.

Business and social applications: Strengthen communication for workplace success and everyday interactions.

Benefits By the end of the workshop, participants will:

Communicate with clarity in diverse situations.

Enhance efficiency in professional and personal exchanges.

Build confidence in future interactions.

Develop practical skills to improve relationships and teamwork.

American Heart Association CPR/BLS/AED Training- Link

$75

with Ronald Jackson

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 4, 2026 at 5 pm

This course is for individuals seeking certification in CPR/Basic Life Support (BLS). Students will receive up-to-date training and instruction in the areas of basic CPR administration; choke relief; proper Automated External Defibrillator (AED) operation; and the role of each in the chain of survival. After completing this course, students will receive a certification card to their email address from the American Heart Association. 

AI as Your Strategic Partner: Leveraging Technology for Smarter Decisions

$45

with Dr. Daniel Ray

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 23, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 2 weeks

This course introduces participants to the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a strategic partner in decision-making, productivity, and innovation. Rather than viewing AI as a replacement for human intelligence, participants will learn how to harness it as a collaborative tool—one that enhances critical thinking, streamlines processes, and supports smarter, data-driven choices in everyday life and business.

Through engaging discussions, demonstrations, and real-world applications, learners will explore how AI tools—from chatbots and virtual assistants to predictive analytics and automation—can serve as valuable partners in improving efficiency, creativity, and strategy. The focus is on practical understanding and ethical use, empowering participants to work confidently alongside AI systems.

More information:

AI as Your Strategic Partner- Leveraging Technology for Smarter Decisions

Financial Literacy Fundamentals

$25

with Dr Jocelyn Gaffney

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 27, 2026 at 1 pm

Course Overview This two‑hour workshop introduces the essentials of financial literacy, including budgeting, saving, and understanding personal finance basics. Participants will gain practical tools to manage money more effectively and build confidence in making everyday financial decisions.

Key Benefits

Budgeting skills for personal and household finances

Saving strategies to plan for future goals

Confidence in handling financial choices

American Heart Association CPR/BLS/AED Training- St. Augustine Campus

$75

with Ronald Jackson

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 1, 2026 at 5 pm

This course is for individuals seeking certification in CPR/Basic Life Support (BLS). Students will receive up-to-date training and instruction in the areas of basic CPR administration; choke relief; proper Automated External Defibrillator (AED) operation; and the role of each in the chain of survival. After completing this course, students will receive a certification card to their email address from the American Heart Association. 

Project Management

$949

with Dr. Daniel Ray

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 3, 2026 at 8 am, runs for 2 weeks
1 additional session on May 8, 2026

This 35-hour course provides comprehensive training in project management aligned with the Project Management Institute (PMI®) framework. Participants will learn the principles, processes, and best practices of project management, covering key knowledge areas such as scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, communications, and stakeholder management.Designed for professionals seeking to strengthen their project management skills or prepare for PMI certification, the course satisfies the 35 contact-hour education requirement for the PMP® exam. Through lectures, discussions, and practical exercises, participants will gain the tools and techniques needed to successfully initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and close projects in any industry.The program is delivered by a PMI-certified trainer using an accredited curriculum. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a certificate of completion recognized by PMI®.

Courses Offered for Spring 2026:

Orange Park Campus

May 8th and 9th (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

May 15th and 16th (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

Cost: 

$949

Instructor:

Dr. Daniel Ray

 

 

LINK (Ponte Vedra)

April 3rd and 4th (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

April 10th and 11th (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

Cost: 

$949

Instructor:

Dr. Daniel Ray

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Leadership Under Uncertainty – Smarter Thinking, Stronger Teams

$79

with Doug Clinger

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 6, 2026 at 9 am
1 additional session on Apr 20, 2026

In today’s complex work environments, leadership isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about asking the right questions when the answers aren’t clear. This full-day workshop blends decision science with transformational leadership strategies to help participants lead confidently under pressure and uncertainty.

Drawing insights from Thinking in Bets by Annie Duke and Turn the Ship Around! by L. David Marquet, attendees will explore practical tools to improve judgment, reduce bias, and foster a culture of ownership, clarity, and continuous learning.

Who Should Attend:

Aspiring supervisors and team leads

Safety managers and operational professionals

Anyone seeking to improve decision-making and team performance in uncertain environments

Key Takeaways:

Understand and manage cognitive biases under pressure

Apply strategic decision-making tools like Pre-Mortems, Back Casting, and Decision PODs

Promote servant leadership through decentralized control and competence building

Reinforce a culture of open thinking, accountability, and growth

Topics Include:

Decision Science & Bias Awareness: confidence calibration, mental models, and outcome vs process evaluation

Judgment Tools for Uncertainty: temporal framing, team-based truth-seeking, and future-focused planning

Transformational Leadership: empowerment language, coaching feedback, and lifelong learning habits

Learning Culture in Action: retrospectives, decision journaling, and group simulations

Workshop Format: Interactive lectures, small group exercises, role-play, case studies, and real-world application activities.

Included Materials: Participants receive a comprehensive packet with templates, worksheets, bias checklists, and a personal growth journal sampler.


Workshop dates:

4/6/2026:   Link (Ponte Vedra)     (9:00am-4:00pm)

4/20/2026: St Augustine campus (9:00am-4:00pm)

 





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