High-Road Healthcare Careers for
Los Angeles County
The South Bay Workforce Investment Board leads two regional healthcare workforce initiatives, Health Flex High Road Training Partnership (HF-HRTP) and Advancing Careers Equitably (ACE), focused on strengthening the talent pipeline for hospitals, clinics, and allied health employers across Los Angeles County.
These initiatives connect job seekers with real career opportunities in healthcare while supporting employers with a workforce that is prepared and ready to meet today’s demands. We partner directly with employers, training providers, and community organizations to recruit, train, and place individuals into high demand healthcare roles. The focus is on creating clear pathways to stable employment opportunities, long-term growth, and careers that support both the individual and the broader community.
Impact by the Numbers
1000+
Participants Trained
15+
Training Programs
5+
Employer Partners
Multiple Pathways
CNA, MA, EMT, LVN, Rad Tech, RN, Phlebotomist
Our work supports the healthcare system across Los Angeles County by aligning workforce training with real hiring needs, connecting qualified talent to employers at scale.
Regional Healthcare Workforce Priorities
Los Angeles County continues to face staffing shortages across nursing, allied health, and patient support roles, driven by workforce turnover, increased demand for services, and long-term population trends. Healthcare employers need a steady pipeline of well prepared, job ready talent.
Health Flex and ACE are designed to address this need by expanding access to training and employment opportunities for individuals who may not have had a clear path into healthcare careers.
Our focus is on building a workforce that is skilled, capable, and prepared to meet the needs of the communities it serves across Los Angeles County.
Program Framework
A coordinated workforce system that integrates recruitment, training, and placement:
Recruitment and Assessment
We identify and assess motivated participants from across Los Angeles County who are ready to begin or advance in healthcare careers.
Training and Credentialing
Participants enroll in employer aligned, accredited training programs delivered by trusted education partners. Curriculum focuses on technical skills, clinical competencies, and industry expectations.
Supportive Services and Case Management
Participants receive individualized support, including tutoring, transportation and childcare resources, barrier removal assistance, and stipends (when available) to support successful program completion.
Job Placement and Advancement
Graduates transition into employment opportunities with regional healthcare employers. Career pathways provide clear opportunities for long-term advancement into LVN, RN, and specialty roles.
Employer Partnerships and Workforce Solutions
A prepared and dependable healthcare workforce pipeline
Healthcare employers’ partner with SBWIB to strengthen their talent strategy through:
Access to trained, credentialed candidates
Reduced hiring and onboarding costs
Input on program design and curriculum alignment
Opportunities for clinical placements and On the Job Training (OJT) reimbursement
Support in building a workforce aligned with organizational and community needs
Employers may host clinical rotations, collaborate on curriculum, or hire directly from program graduates.
Training Provider Network and Alignment
A coordinated network of accredited education partners
Training providers in the Health-Flex and ACE networks deliver programs that lead directly to employment in high-demand roles. SBWIB works with providers to ensure:
Alignment with current employer needs
Access to clinical and externship opportunities
Integrated student support services
Strong connections to hiring partners
This coordinated approach helps ensure participants complete training prepared to enter the workforce.
Participant Pathways and Career Access
Direct access to training and career opportunities in healthcare
Participants in SBWIB healthcare programs receive:
No-cost or low-cost training for eligible individuals
Industry recognized credentials
Comprehensive case management and career guidance
Tutoring and support services
Direct connections to employment opportunities
These programs are designed for individuals seeking stable careers with long term growth and advancement.
Featured Healthcare Career Pathways
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Preparation for acute, sub-acute, and long-term care settings; includes clinical training and state exam readiness.
Medical Assistant (MA)
Front- and back-office competencies for outpatient clinics and medical groups, including patient intake, vitals, and administrative procedures.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Preparation for emergency response, patient transport, and support roles within healthcare and field operations
Paramedic
Advanced clinical training focused on emergency response, critical care, pharmacology, trauma management, and advanced life support. Graduates are prepared for roles across emergency medical services and high acuity care settings.
Orthotic Fitter
Specialized preparation for fitting, adjusting, and delivering orthotic devices under the supervision of licensed clinicians. Training includes anatomy, patient assessment, device selection, and regulatory standards.
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Comprehensive clinical preparation with defined pathways for advancement into registered nursing roles.
Radiologic Technology
Accredited training in diagnostic imaging for hospital and outpatient settings, including radiographic procedures, patient positioning, and radiation safety.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Long term career advancement supported through aligned education partners and structured pathway progression.
Our L.A. Healthcare Network
Our employer and education partner network includes hospitals, clinics, skilled nursing facilities, and accredited training institutions across Los Angeles County.
These partners collaborate to provide clinical experience, inform curriculum, support on the job training, and hire program graduates into career opportunities across the region.
