Stack Credentials: Which Healthcare Certifications Pair Best

Published: May 18, 2022

Updated: May 5, 2025


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Why Should You Stack Credentials?

You’ve graduated! Now you may be working in the field you’ve studied, or have difficulty getting a foot in the door. Either way, stacking your certifications in healthcare is a win-win, no matter where you’re at in your career journey.

Let’s cut to the chase. More certifications mean more value. Regardless of their reasons, more and more healthcare professionals are returning to school to level their employability. Don’t think that stacking your credentials simply adds more bullets to your resume. Healthcare workers who are versatile and ready to go the extra mile are always put first in a stack of applications.

Besides distinguishing yourself from your peers, earning more credentials earns you more money because your value has increased!

56% of institutions increase pay when an employee earns a professional certification.*

That’s right. Investing in your education when you stack credentials has a fantastic ROI.

Which Credentials Make the Most Sense Together?

Certain combinations of credentials can be very powerful when stacked together. See our guide below for combinations to help you succeed in the workforce.

If You’re a Medical Assistant

Consider getting the following certifications:

If You’re a Phlebotomy Technician

Consider getting the following certifications:

If You’re an EKG Technician

Consider getting the following certifications:

If You’re a Pharmacy Technician

Consider getting the following certifications:

If You’re an EMT

Consider getting the following certifications:

If You’re a Billing & Coding Specialist

Consider getting the following certifications:

If You Want to Be an ER Technician

To become an ER tech, you must earn the following certifications:

Where Do You Go From Here?

CALRegional offers healthcare training programs throughout California. Our programs are $2,995 or less, and we offer flexible payment plans so financial reasons don’t hold our students back. Most programs take just three months to complete, some as quickly as three weeks.

Join an online info session to learn about our current healthcare training programs. If you’re ready to enroll, we’ve saved you a seat.

RETURNING STUDENTS GET $500 OFF TUITION!

Please take advantage of our special offer for returning students and continue advancing your career in healthcare. Use promo code: NEXTCERT at checkout.