Health Science Courses
PHSC offers training courses that will prepare students for critical and vital careers in a variety of health science settings. To determine the best pathway to success based on their interests and career goals, students should consult with an Academic Advisor.
Course offerings and class times outlined below are subject to change.
Fall 2026 (2027-1) Individual Course Schedule
Note: No classes September 7, November 11 and November 23-27
Applied Mental Health Counseling Skills 1
Course: NCH0068
CRN: 11474
Dates: Sept. 14–Oct. 19
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 5–7:30 p.m.
Hours: 15 (Hybrid/Spring Hill Campus, E105)
Cost: $195
Description: The Applied Mental Health Counseling Skills 1 course provides critical thinking and basic counseling skills for law enforcement, first responders, human services professionals, and students that encounter individuals diagnosed with mental health disorders. This course will provide an overview of psychological disorders, counseling theories, and how to provide services to individuals with mental health disorders.
Applied Mental Health Counseling Skills 2
Course: NCH0069
CRN: 11475
Dates: Oct. 26–Dec. 7
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 5–7:30 p.m.
Hours: 15 (Hybrid/Spring Hill Campus, E105)
Cost: $195
Description: The Applied Mental Health Counseling Skills 2 course provides advanced critical thinking and basic counseling skills for law enforcement, first responders, human services professionals and students that encounter individuals diagnosed with mental health disorders. This course will provide hands-on experience on how to apply basic counseling skills ethically. Students will learn how to provide mental health crisis intervention, family counseling skills and group therapy skills.
American Heart Association (AHA) BLS CPR/Instructor Course
Course: NCH0050 (AHA BLS Provider)
Course: NCH0066 (AHA BLS Instructor)
Location: West Campus, M164
Dates and Time: Please refer to the Course Schedule for specific dates/times.
Description: This American Heart Association CPR course provides information about heart disease, risk factors, signals and action for survival, prudent heart living, and heart and lung function. It includes instruction in one rescuer CPR, management of foreign body airway obstruction, two rescuer CPR, the use of barrier devices, the use of an automated external defibrillator and use of the bag mask resuscitator. The student must pass a written and performance evaluation.
An AHA BLS Provider Manual MUST be purchased prior to attending course NCH0050. PHSC College Store (Product #20-1102) for $29.00 plus tax or opt-out and order from AHA for $15.80 (print) or $18.50 (electronic). Be sure to bring your manual with you on the day of your class; if not purchased you will be required to reschedule your class.
If your question pertains to an AHA BLS or CPR course, please contact the Division of Nursing and Health Programs at 727-816-3299.
Spring 2027 (2027-2) Individual Course Schedule
Note: No classes January 18, February 15 and March 15-19
Applied Mental Health Counseling Skills 1
Course: NCH0068
CRN: 20018
Dates: Jan. 25–Mar. 8
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 5–7:30 p.m.
Hours: 15 (Hybrid/Spring Hill Campus, E105)
Cost: $195
Description: The Applied Mental Health Counseling Skills 1 course provides critical thinking and basic counseling skills for law enforcement, first responders, human services professionals, and students that encounter individuals diagnosed with mental health disorders. This course will provide an overview of psychological disorders, counseling theories, and how to provide services to individuals with mental health disorders.
Applied Mental Health Counseling Skills 2
Course: NCH0069
CRN: 20019
Dates: Mar. 29–May 3
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 5–7:30 p.m.
Hours: 15 (Hybrid/Spring Hill Campus, E105)
Cost: $195
Description: The Applied Mental Health Counseling Skills 2 course provides advanced critical thinking and basic counseling skills for law enforcement, first responders, human services professionals and students that encounter individuals diagnosed with mental health disorders. This course will provide hands-on experience on how to apply basic counseling skills ethically. Students will learn how to provide mental health crisis intervention, family counseling skills and group therapy skills.
American Heart Association (AHA) BLS CPR/Instructor Course
Course: NCH0050 (AHA BLS Provider)
Course: NCH0066 (AHA BLS Instructor)
Location: West Campus, M164
Dates and Time: Please refer to the Course Schedule for specific dates/times.
Description: This American Heart Association CPR course provides information about heart disease, risk factors, signals and action for survival, prudent heart living, and heart and lung function. It includes instruction in one rescuer CPR, management of foreign body airway obstruction, two rescuer CPR, the use of barrier devices, the use of an automated external defibrillator and use of the bag mask resuscitator. The student must pass a written and performance evaluation.
An AHA BLS Provider Manual MUST be purchased prior to attending course NCH0050. PHSC College Store (Product #20-1102) for $29.00 plus tax or opt-out and order from AHA for $15.80 (print) or $18.50 (electronic). Be sure to bring your manual with you on the day of your class; if not purchased you will be required to reschedule your class.
If your question pertains to an AHA BLS or CPR course, please contact the Division of Nursing and Health Programs at 727-816-3299.
Summer 2027 (2027-3) Individual Course Schedule
Note: No classes on May 31 or July 5
Applied Mental Health Counseling Skills 1
Course: NCH0068
CRN: 30013
Dates: May 10–June 21
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 5–7:30 p.m.
Hours: 15 (Hybrid/Spring Hill Campus, E105)
Cost: $195
Description: The Applied Mental Health Counseling Skills 1 course provides critical thinking and basic counseling skills for law enforcement, first responders, human services professionals, and students that encounter individuals diagnosed with mental health disorders. This course will provide an overview of psychological disorders, counseling theories, and how to provide services to individuals with mental health disorders.
Applied Mental Health Counseling Skills 2
Course: NCH0069
CRN: 30014
Dates: June 28–Aug. 9
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 5–7:30 p.m.
Hours: 15 (Hybrid/Spring Hill Campus, E105)
Cost: $195
Description: The Applied Mental Health Counseling Skills 2 course provides advanced critical thinking and basic counseling skills for law enforcement, first responders, human services professionals and students that encounter individuals diagnosed with mental health disorders. This course will provide hands-on experience on how to apply basic counseling skills ethically. Students will learn how to provide mental health crisis intervention, family counseling skills and group therapy skills.
American Heart Association (AHA) BLS CPR/Instructor Course
Course: NCH0050 (AHA BLS Provider)
Course: NCH0066 (AHA BLS Instructor)
Location: West Campus, M164
Dates and Time: Please refer to the Course Schedule for specific dates/times.
Description: This American Heart Association CPR course provides information about heart disease, risk factors, signals and action for survival, prudent heart living, and heart and lung function. It includes instruction in one rescuer CPR, management of foreign body airway obstruction, two rescuer CPR, the use of barrier devices, the use of an automated external defibrillator and use of the bag mask resuscitator. The student must pass a written and performance evaluation.
An AHA BLS Provider Manual MUST be purchased prior to attending course NCH0050. PHSC College Store (Product #20-1102) for $29.00 plus tax or opt-out and order from AHA for $15.80 (print) or $18.50 (electronic). Be sure to bring your manual with you on the day of your class; if not purchased you will be required to reschedule your class.
If your question pertains to an AHA BLS or CPR course, please contact the Division of Nursing and Health Programs at 727-816-3299.
How to Register
Steps to Register
- If you are a current PHSC student and have taken classes within the last term, please skip to Step 3.
If you are a new student or have not attended classes within the last term, please apply and complete a Career & Job Training Application: Apply Here. Please select the start term of when your anticipated course is beginning.
- Once your Career & Job Training Application has been processed and you have set up your Bobcat Portal, you may move forward with registration steps outlined below.
(Please allow 24-48 business hours for application processing.)
For assistance with PHSC ID, email and log in credentials/passwords, or setting up your Bobcat Portal, please contact the Help Desk at 727-816-3311 or at helpdesk@phsc.edu.
- Go to the "Register for Classes" Link: Select a Term
- Select Term: Fall, Spring or Summer
Please select the term when your class starts. Check the Academic Calendar for registration dates.
- Subject: Type or select the three-digit course code from the drop-down menu.
- Business – NCB
- Education – NCP
- Engineering, Manufacturing, Welding – NCI
- Health Science – NCH
- Public Service – NCG
- Technology – NCC
- Transportation - NCJ
- Choose a course by clicking the ADD button.
- Click "Submit" to add the class to your schedule.
- Follow the prompts to pay for the course if not covered by a scholarship.
Please note, if you are registering for a non-credit CE course, you only need to submit a Career & Job Training application and do not need to apply through the Admissions Office.
Questions?
Direct your questions, concerns, or requests for more information to the PHSC Workforce Development Office at 727-816-3123 or careertraining@phsc.edu.