07/22/2026
New Specimen Processing Technician Training Program Starts this Fall!
The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers, 219 Division St., Ansonia, is offering a new way for individuals to start an in-demand, specialized career in healthcare with its Specimen Processing Technician Certificate program.
The school is offering the course in response to a growing need for trained laboratory support professionals as healthcare organizations continue to expand their reliance on diagnostic services.
This 10-week, hybrid program combines the convenience of self-paced, online learning with valuable hands-on experience. The flexible course features comprehensive virtual instruction and 30 hours of in-person clinical training through the school’s skills labs. Hands-on training is held twice a week for 90-minute sessions, giving students the ability to practice on-the-job techniques, gain confidence and build the experience that will set them apart in applying for a Specimen Processing Technician position.
The Specimen Processing Technician Certificate program is set to start in the fall of 2026 and is currently accepting applications.
Students must be proficient in the English language to apply for admission. To apply or for more information about the school, call 203-732-1276 #2 or visit www.griffinalliedhealth.org.