By Shadel Hamilton | UMA Clearwater Campus President
The need for qualified healthcare professionals is at an all-time high.
FloridaCommerce projects that by 2032, the state’s healthcare facilities—including ambulatory care, hospitals, and nursing care centers—will require nearly 70,000 additional professionals to support the growing population. Allied health professionals form the backbone of these institutions, carrying out essential roles such as taking vital signs, drawing blood, preparing medications, and handling billing.
These roles are among Florida’s fastest-growing occupations. For instance, demand for medical transcriptionists is expected to rise by 10 percent, phlebotomists by 8.9 percent, and EMTs by 7.6 percent. Such trends emphasize the need for educational institutions to offer programs that efficiently equip learners for these high-demand careers.
Where will the talent needed to fill these positions come from? The answer lies across industries. Care-based skillsets like customer service, hospitality, conflict resolution, process management, and more, are the foundation of the power skills needed to care for patients in clinical and non-clinical roles. Many experienced workers in other fields are attracted to the purpose and growth potential of a career in healthcare, but don’t know how to make the transition.
Ultimate Medical Academy (UMA) is committed to empowering diverse learners by providing flexible, high-quality educational programs. Focused on shaping the future of healthcare, UMA equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in a rapidly evolving industry. Employers can trust that UMA graduates are well-prepared and qualified, ready to make meaningful contributions within healthcare settings. UMA has built successful working relationships with hundreds of employer partners across the state of Florida, helping to connect graduates to meaningful career opportunities.
Understanding the unique challenges faced by today’s students—many of whom juggle work, family responsibilities, or are returning to education later in life—UMA has developed adaptable educational solutions. From fully online courses to hybrid programs that combine virtual learning with hands-on training, UMA enables students to pursue their academic goals while maintaining balance in their personal and professional lives.
Quality assurance is central to UMA’s programs. UMA’s thoughtfully-designed offerings enable graduates to enter the healthcare field equipped to make an impact. The success stories of UMA alumni illustrate how the institution’s emphasis on quality education translates into producing skilled, dependable healthcare professionals.
To learn more about UMA’s graduates and workforce development solutions visit: www.HireUMA.com