ICLCs
Blinn College’s Institutional Credentials Leading to Licensure or Certification (ICLCs) are short-term series of courses that recognize a student’s achievement of specific career-focused skills. After completing the required course(s), students earn a Blinn credential and are prepared to take the licensure or certification exam required to enter their chosen field.
Whether students are looking to start a new career, advance in their current field, or gain specialized training, these programs provide a direct path from the classroom to the workforce.
Key Benefits
Complete Quickly
Many programs can be completed in as little as one semester.
Build Career-Ready Skills
Courses focus on practical skills aligned with industry needs.
Prepare for Certification
Students are prepared to pursue licensure or certification exams tied to their field.
Enter the Workforce Faster
After earning the credential and passing the required exam, students can begin working in their chosen industry.
How It Works
1
Choose an ICLC (click the credential below to learn more and apply).
2
Complete the required Blinn course or courses.
3
Earn your Blinn credential.
4
Take the related licensure or certification exam.
5
Begin working in your chosen career field.
ICLCs
Certified Medication Aide and Renewal
Length: 6 months
Courses: 1 (NURA 1013)
Locations: Bryan
Prepares for: Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Medication Aide Licensure Exam View Credential
Certified Nurse Aide
Length: Up to 3 months
Courses: 2 (NURA 1001, NURA 1060)
Locations: Brenham, Bryan
Prepares for: Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services Exam
View Credential
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Length: 3 ½ months
Courses: 3 (MDCA 1000, MDCA 1017, MDCA 1054)
Locations: Brenham, Bryan (online coursework included)
Prepares for: National Healthcareer Association Certified Medical Assistant Exam
View Credential
Dietary Manager Certification
Length: 1 year (2 days per month)
Courses: 2 (IFWA 1043, IFWA 2037)
Locations: Schulenburg
Prepares for: Certified Board for Dietary Managers Exam
View Credential
Electrical Apprentice
Length: 4 years
Courses: 4 (ELTN 1071, ELTN 1072, ELTN 1073, ELTN 1074)
Locations: RELLIS
Prepares for: Journeyman Electrician License
View Credential
EMT Basic
Length: 1 semester
Courses: 2 (EMSP 1160, EMSP 1501)
Locations: RELLIS, Waller
Prepares for: National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians EMT Certification Exam
View Credential
Fundamentals of AI and Cloud
Length: 1 semester
Courses: ITNW 1009
Locations: RELLIS, Brenham
Prepares for: AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Certification and AWS Certified AI Practitioner Certification
View Credential
Google Project Management
Length: 1 semester
Courses: ITNW 2388
Locations: RELLIS, Brenham
Prepares for: Google Project Management Certificate
View Credential
Microsoft Azure Administrator Certification
Length: 1 semester
Courses: ITNW 1353, ITNW 1354, ITNW 2350
Locations: RELLIS, Brenham
Prepares for: Microsoft Azure Administrator Certification
View Credential
Network and System Administration/Administrator
Length: 1 semester
Courses: ITNW 1309, ITNW 1336, ITNW 2327
Locations: RELLIS, Brenham
Prepares for: AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate Exam
View Credential
Pharmacy Technician
Length: 1 semester
Courses: PHRA 2071
Locations: Online
Prepares for: Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Exam
View Credential
Phlebotomy
Length: 1 semester
Courses: PLAB 1023, PLAB 1060
Locations: Bryan
Prepares for: Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Exam
View Credential
FAQ
ICLCs are short-term Blinn credentials tied to specific skill preparation, licensure, or certification pathways.
ICLCs are not the same as a degree, certificate, or award. Upon completing an ICLC, students are prepared to take their certification or licensure exam.
Many can be completed in as little as one semester.
After earning the Blinn credential and passing the required licensure or certification exam, students can begin pursuing employment in their chosen field.
Some courses may apply toward additional Blinn certificates or degrees. Students should speak with an advisor to explore their options.