NCLEX Prep-to-Prep
El Centro Bienvenidos les invita a inscribirse en el grupo de estudio NCLEX ‘prep to prep’. Este curso de immersión está diseñado para enfermeras de habla hispana que han sido entrenadas en el extranjero y que actualmente viven en California y son participantes del Centro Bienvenidos. Oprima aqui para mas informacion.

Important Assembly-
There will be a Informational Assembly on Friday, October 29th, 2004 at 6:00 p.m. at Grossmont College in room/auditorium #220 (park in lot 1). Click here to download the flyer. Please call or click here to contact the Welcome Back Center to sign up for this assembly. Critical Information regarding the future of the Welcome Back Center and programs will be discussed! It is strongly encouraged for all WBC participants to attend!

Intro. to US Healthcare: Fall 2004
We strongly encourage those who have not taken this class to ENROLL now. You may contact the Welcome Back Center to put your name on the PRE-REGISTRATION list so that once the course is implemented you can register.

Accelerated ADN RN - Second Generation.
Click here to see a list of criteria the Welcome Back Center requires.

Medical Assistant Program.
If you are looking for a quick certifcation in a short amount of time, than please contact the Welcome Back Center to sign up for this Program.

Intro. to US Healthcare Fall 2004
Class is scheduled to begin November 8th - December 15th, 2004 every Monday and Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. The Section Number for this course is 5611 and the title is "Introduction to U.S. Healthcare". First class will be at the Grossmont Healthcare District Auditorium (9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA 91942). Please contact us for directions if needed.

Medical Residency Workshop (11.17.04)
There will be a workshop held on 11.17.04 (Wednesday) at 6:00 p.m. conducted by Dr. Hassan Benchqroun on how to access Medical Residency. If you are interested in attending please contact the Welcome Back Center to sign up for this Workshop. Workshop will be at the Welcome Back Center.

Nursing Career Ladder Workshop (11.18.04)
If you are considering entering the Healthcare Field via the Nursing Path, please contact the Welcome Back Center to sign up for a workshop that will discuss the various pathways the Welcome Back Center is creating for you to enter the Nursing Field. Workshop to be held on 11.18.04 (Thursday) at 6:00 p.m. at the Welcome Back Center.

Professional Resume and Interviewing Skills Workshop (11.30.04) (updated 11.19.04)
There will be a workshop on how to develop your Resume and better prepare yourself for job interviews. If you are interested in attending please contact the Welcome Back Center to sign up for this Workshop. This workshop will be held on November 30th, 2004 at from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the East County Career Center (924 E. Main Street, El Cajon, CA 92021)

We're MOVING! (note: this event has been cancelled)
(posted 11.15.04)
The Welcome Back Center in San Diego is moving to a brand NEW Kaiser building in La Mesa.
The Move is scheduled to begin on
December 17th of 2004.
After this date, our address will be:
8010 Parkway Drive,
La Mesa, CA 91942
You will be able to access our new phone number when you dial our old phone numbers.

Nursing Career Ladder Workshop (1.5.05)
(posted 12.20.04)
If you are considering entering the Healthcare Field via the Nursing Path, please contact the Welcome Back Center to sign up for a workshop that will discuss the various pathways the Welcome Back Center is creating for you to enter the Nursing Field. Workshop to be held on January 5th, 2005 (Wednesday) at 6:00 p.m. at the Welcome Back Center. Click here to view the flyer on this workshop.

Professional Resume Workshop (1.18.05)
(posted 12.13.04)
There will be a focused workshop on how to develop your Resume. If you are interested in attending please contact the Welcome Back Center to sign up for this Workshop and to receive more information. Click Here to open flyer to receive more information. This workshop will be held on January 18th, 2005 from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. at Grossmont College's Career Center (8800 Grossmont College Drive, El Cajon, CA 92020)

Move POSTPONED.
(posted 12.06.04)
The Welcome Back Center received last minute communication that the Move to the new La Mesa location has been POSTPONED until further notice. In the event the relocation plans are re-activated, the Welcome Back Staff will notify all of its members. We apologize for any inconvenience this relocation change of plans may have caused.

Live in Imperial Valley?
(posted 12.20.04)
The Welcome Back Center will be hosting a meeting on January 26th, 2005 in Imperial Valley to give out pertinent information to any Internationally Trained Healthcare Workers. Click Here to open flyer to receive more information. Or Contact us to find out more.

NCLEX Prep-to-Prep (1.29.05 - 3.12.05)
(posted 12.06.04)
El Centro Bienvenidos les invita a inscribirse en el grupo de estudio NCLEX ‘prep to prep’. Este curso de immersión está diseñado para enfermeras de habla hispana que han sido entrenadas en el extranjero y que actualmente viven en California y son participantes del Centro Bienvenidos. Oprima aqui para mas informacion.

Accelerated CNA Program
(posted 1.07.05)
The Welcome Back Center is excited to announce a 14 week CNA program through Grossmont Health Occupations Center. If you are an advanced healthcare worker interested in this quick program click here to download a flyer or contact the Welcome Back Center.

NCLEX Readiness Workshop
(posted 02.01.05)
Are you READY to take the NCLEX? Have you been studying and want to predict how you will do on the actual NCLEX? There will be a workshop on February 2nd 2005 to register participants for a NCLEX PREDICTOR Exam. If you are interested, please contact the Welcome Back Center. Click here to view the flyer to find out more information.

NCLEX Review Course: Register NOW!
(posted 1.25.04 -updated 2.14.05)
Are you a RN interested in taking the NCLEX but need an intensive review? Then the NCLEX Review Course beginning MARCH 5th, 2005 (date changed) is just for you! This is an INTENSIVE 10-week program held every Saturday AND Sunday for EIGHT (8) hours each day! There will be five (5) specialty instructors that will teach specific areas along with a lab instructor to assist review utilizing the NCLEX 3000 software. CLICK HERE for the flyer with more on the course and how to register. If you cannot open the flyer you may contact us for more information.

Medical Assistant (MA) Certification Program
(posted 02.01.05_revised 02.2.05)
There will be a Tuition FREE Medical Assistant certification program starting February 23rd, 2005. Click here to view the flyer to find out more information. If you are interested, please contact the Welcome Back Center.

Important Assembly
(posted 02.09.05)
There will be a Informational Assembly on Friday, March 18th 2005 at 6:00 p.m. at Grossmont College in room/auditorium #220 (park in lot 1). Click here to download the flyer. Please call or click here to contact the Welcome Back Center to sign up for this assembly. Critical Information regarding the future of the Welcome Back Center and programs will be discussed! It is strongly encouraged for all WBC participants to attend!

EMT Certification Course
There will be a refresher course for International Medical Graduates who would like to challenge the EMT exam and become Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs). The start date of this program is yet to be announced. There will be six (6) classes held on Wednesday for six (6) weeks. Fee is $106 (lecture and lab) and $65 for text books. Fees to be paid to the Grossmont Health Career Center. If you are interested in attending please contact the Welcome Back Center to put your name on the interest list for this Workshop.

Career Fairs
(posted 03.21.05_updated 4.25.05)
There will be FREE employment assistance fairs for Spring 2005. The following are two (2) fairs the Welcome Back Center is referring participants to:Cuyamaca College will host the 11th Annual Career Fair on April 27th, 2005 from 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon on the college campus "grand lawn" area. Call 619.660.4450 for more information. The Scripps Research Institute is holding a career fair on May 25, 2005 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the "Beckman Center Galleria" at 10650 N. Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla.

NCLEX Prep-to-Prep (05.21.05 - 07.09.05)
(posted 04.12.05)
El Centro Bienvenidos les invita a inscribirse en el grupo de estudio NCLEX ‘prep to prep’. Este curso de immersión está diseñado para enfermeras de habla hispana que han sido entrenadas en el extranjero y que actualmente viven en California y son participantes del Centro Bienvenidos. Oprima aqui para mas informacion.

Occupational English Course: (posted 4.25.05_removed 6.20.05)
START DATE: JUNE 13TH. This six (6) week course held from June 13th – July 20th, 2005 is custom-designed for all levels of health care. Participants are English Second Language (ESL) students who will learn the basic medical vocabulary and communication skills necessary to perform a job in the health care field. This course is interactive and will be taught in English at the Welcome Back Center. If you are interested in this course please call us at 619.409.6417 to register. (You can CLICK HERE to download flyer)

Accelerated CNA Program: Register NOW! (posted 4.15.05_updated5.25.05)
START/ORIENTATION DATE: JUNE 2ND. The Welcome Back Center is excited to announce a SUMMER 14 week CNA program through Grossmont Health Occupations Center. If you are an advanced healthcare worker interested in this quick program call us at 619.409.6417 to register. (You can CLICK HERE to download flyer)

English for Healthcare Professionals Course: (posted 5.31.05)
START DATE: JUNE 13TH. Requirement for the Accelerated ADN RN program. Class to be held June 13th, 2005 through August 11th, 2005 Tuesday’s and Thursday’s from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. If you are interested in this course please call us at 619.409.6417 to find out how to register, or register at Grossmont College (Section#5610 Course#299). Course Description: This course is a customized English Course tailored to the Internationally trained Healthcare Professional. This course focus’ on language skills pertinent to the Healthcare environment. (You can CLICK HERE to download flyer)

NCLEX Prep-to-Prep (05.21.05 - 07.09.05): (posted 5.31.05)
El Centro Bienvenidos les invita a inscribirse en el grupo de estudio NCLEX ‘prep to prep’. Este curso de immersión está diseñado para enfermeras de habla hispana que han sido entrenadas en el extranjero y que actualmente viven en California y son participantes del Centro Bienvenidos. Llama 619.409.6417 para mas informacion.. (You can CLICK HERE to download flyer)

WBC Alumni Meeting: June 30th, 2005! (posted 6.20.05)
Help the Welcome Back Center organize alumni/networking activities. Help us help you and your professional colleagues by joining the WBC Alumni. The next Alumni meeting is June 30th, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. at the Welcome Back Center office. Bring your dinner to eat or share. Contact us for more details.

NCLEX Review: Short-Session Course: (posted 4.25.05)
START DATE JULY 9TH. Are you a RN interested in taking the NCLEX but need an intensive review? Then the NCLEX Review Short-Session Course beginning July 9th, 2005 is just for you! This is an INTENSIVE 6-week program held every Saturday for EIGHT (8) hours each day! There will be three (3) specialty instructors that will teach specific areas along with a lab instructor to assist in utilizing the NEW NCLEX 3500 software. If you are interested in this course please call us at 619.409.6417 to register. (You can CLICK HERE to download flyer)

Pharmacy Tech Review: (posted 5.31.05_removed 7.29.05)
START DATE: JULY 16TH. OPEN TO DOCTORS, NURSES, DENTISTS, PHARMACISTS, PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTS, OR ANY OTHER TECHNICAL DEGREE. If you are interested in an intensive review to prepare you for the Pharmacy Tech Licensing Exam, than you may be interested in a Pharmacy Tech Review Course beginning this summer! This course will be tentatively held every Saturday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. for 8 weeks. Call 619.409.6417 to find out how to register now, or CLICK HERE TO download flyer.

Accelerated CNA Program: Kennon S. Shea:
(posted 07.12.05_removed 8.8.05)
Wanted: Internationally trained nurses who are interested in obtaining certification as nursing assistants in an accelerated C.N.A. program. This certification ensures entry-level positions in Kennon S. Shea and Associates healthcare facility (JOBS, JOBS, JOBS!). The C.N.A certification allows you to work while waiting for BVNPT or BRN approval. AND your training is of no-cost to you. You get paid while you train!! There will be a Meeting to provide more details: Friday, July 22, 2005 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Welcome Back Center. Call 619.409.6417 to RSVP for the meeting, and CLICK HERE to download flyer.

UCSD Workforce Assembly for Welcome Back Center: (posted 07.22.05)
If you are interested in a Degree or Certificated program at UCSD that are viable options for you as a International Healthcare Worker, than this Assembly is perfect for you! It will be held on Saturday, August 27, 2005 from 9:00 am – 12:00 noon at the UCSD Campus, Price Center (Next to Geisel Library). Admission & Parking is FREE! Highlights of this special assembly include:1. Presentations on career advancement programs. 2. Representatives available for questions. 3. Table displays 4. Career information. CLICK HERE to download flyer.

Occupational English Course-Fall 2005: (posted 7.29.05)
START DATE: August 29th 2005. This six (6) week course held from August 29th - October 17th 2005 on Monday's & Wednesday's from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. is custom-designed for all levels of health care. Participants are English Second Language (ESL) students who will learn the basic medical vocabulary and communication skills necessary to perform a job in the health care field. This course is interactive and will be taught in English at the Welcome Back Center. If you are interested in this course please call us at 619.409.6417 to register. (You can CLICK HERE to download flyer)

Introduction to United States Healthcare Course: (posted 5.31.05)
START DATE: AUGUST 22ND. MANDATORY Requirement for the Accelerated ADN RN program. Class to be held August 22nd 2005 through October 12th, 2005 on Monday’s and Wednesday’s from 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Room 342. If you are interested in this course please call us at 619.409.6417 to find out how to register, or register at Grossmont College (Section#5605 Course#099). Course Description: Various types of health delivery systems are examined, including the hospital, health maintenance organizations, and managed care systems. Formal organizations and informal dynamics are reviewed. Particular attention is directed to the role of the manager in the communications, protocol, and decision-making process. (You can CLICK HERE to download flyer)

USMLE Review Course-Fall 2005: (posted 08.08.05-removed 9.7.05)
Are you a Physician interested in taking the USMLE step I Basic Sciences but need an intensive review? Then the USMLE Review Course beginning August 27th, 2005 is just for you! This is an INTENSIVE 15-week program held every Saturday AND Sunday for EIGHT (8) hours each day! CLICK HERE for the flyer with more on the course and how to register. If you cannot open the flyer you may contact us for more information.

UCSD: Workforce Development Open House (posted 08.31.05-removed 9.8.05)
Don’t miss this FREE event! WHEN: Wednesday, September 7, 2005, 6:00–9:00 p.m. LOCATION: UCSD Extension Complex, 9600 N. Torrey Pines Rd., La Jolla, CA. Why should you attend? • Enjoy refreshments and network with professionals. • Meet with industry experts in Areas of Study that interest you. • Learn about hot careers and how to get the education
and skills employers are looking for. • Discuss career development concerns with experienced UCSD Extension Career Counselors. • Discover the value of bringing UCSD to your workplace. • Register instantly for Fall courses and programs. CLICK HERE for the flyer with more on the course and how to register. If you cannot open the flyer you may contact us for more information

WBC Alumni Potluck!: (posted 08.23.05_removed 9.30.05)
The Welcome Back Center would like to invite all of our participants to a potluck Dinner here at the Welcome Back Center! It is a chance for all of our participants to network with one another and share experiences and encouragement with one another. It will be held Monday, September 19th at 6:30 pm at the Welcome Back Center. If you are interested in attending please contact us and let us know what you are bringing. This is a casual event, so friends and family are absolutely invited!

NCLEX Review Course-Fall 2005: Register NOW! (removed 9.30.05)
Are you a Nurse interested in taking the NCLEX-RN or NCLEX-PN but need an intensive review? Then the NCLEX Review Course beginning September 17th, 2005 is just for you! This is an INTENSIVE 10-week program held every Saturday AND Sunday for EIGHT (8) hours each day! There will be five (5) specialty instructors that will teach specific areas along with a lab instructor to assist review utilizing the BRAND NEW NCLEX-RN 3500 and NCLEX-PN 2500 software. CLICK HERE for the flyer with more on the course and how to register. If you cannot open the flyer you may contact us for more information.

CNA Program: Grossmont Health Occupations Center: (posted 07.20.05)
Provides entry-level training leading to State of California certification as a Certified Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aide. Provides instruction in basic patient care and clinical experiences in long-term, skilled care, and home care settings. WHEN: 8/22/05-9/8/05 from 7:30 am—2:00 pm then 9/12/05-12/15/05 from 7:30 am—1:30 am or 1:00 pm—5:00 pm. Program Cost is expected to be: $66.00. The program will be held at the Grossmont Health Occupations Center. How to Register: Contact Teresa Bozovich at 619-409-6020. REGISTRATION STARTS: August 9, 2005. CLICK HERE to download flyer.

I.V. Therapy Certificate for Licensed Nurses: (posted 07.21.05_removed 9.30.05)
This in-depth 35 hour course for RNs and LVNs includes starting and superimposing I.V. fluids and involvement with equipment for administration of parenteral solutions (blood/components, hyperalimentation, and CVP monitoring. The course meets the criteria for certification of LVNs. 30 contact hours for LVNs and 4 contact hours for RNs.There will be TWO seperate classes: one will be held 8.31.05– 10.26.05 on Wednesdays from 5:00 pm to 9:30 pm. The Deadline to register for this first class is 8.30.05! A second class will be held 9.2.05– 10.14.05 on Fridays from 8:00 a.m.to 1:30 p.m.. The Deadline to register for this second class is 8.30.05. How to Register: Contact Teresa Bozovich at 619-409-6020. CLICK HERE to download flyer.

Nurses: Refresher/Re-entry program: (posted 12.06.04_updated 5.26.05_removed 9.30.05)
START DATE AUGUST 29TH. If you are a NURSE who is LICENSED in the US (passed the NCLEX) but feel you need a refresher before entering the hospital environment, please CLICK HERE to download a flyer or contact the Welcome Back Center to find out about a 15-week program designed to prepare you to work in the Hospital. REGISTRATION DATE: August 9 (Tuesday), 2005. Start date AUGUST 29th, 2005. (You can CLICK HERE to download flyer)

NCLEX Prep-to-Prep Imperial Valley: (posted 6.27.05_removed 9.30.05)
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