Professional Vocational Academy
Career Focused Education · Est. 2013
VIDA Training Center · Professional Vocational Academy
WhatsApp 786-316-2629 · 24/7 textFlorida-Based Bilingual Career-Focused Training
Train with confidence. Build a career that makes an impact.
Vida Training Center provides professional training in behavioral health, ABA, healthcare and crisis management, with experienced instructors, bilingual support, and step-by-step guidance from enrollment through certification.
A workforce certification program academy built for adults entering the field.
Study online with VIDA
Flexible learning for busy adults
Miami, Florida
Onsite, hybrid and online formats. Ask an advisor about the language available for your program.
2013
Serving students since
42,000+
Students trained
VIDA
Student support
13+
Years of experience
Program catalog
Explore career-focused training and compare entry requirements. Read each program's details, then use its enrollment link for the fastest start or call us to enroll.
Train to work one-on-one with children and individuals with autism and developmental disabilities, supporting communication, learning and daily skills.
U.S. job outlook
Related field: psychiatric technicians and aides
Projected employment growth: 16% (2024–2034)
A focused, affordable review course for the RBT board exam, open to anyone preparing for certification, whether you completed your training with VIDA or with any other provider in the country.
U.S. job outlook
Related field: psychiatric technicians and aides
Projected employment growth: 16% (2024–2034)
Everything you need for RBT renewal in one place: all 12 PDUs required by the BACB, self-paced online, developed under BACB ACE Provider authorization. Download your completion certificate after each PDU, and start early so your renewal never becomes a last-minute scramble.
Prepare to work alongside therapists and case managers supporting adults with mental health and behavioral needs.
U.S. job outlook
Related field: psychiatric technicians and aides
Projected employment growth: 16% (2024–2034)
Training for professionals who support people with mental health conditions in regaining independence and reconnecting with their communities.
U.S. job outlook
Related field: social and human service assistants
Projected employment growth: 6% (2024–2034)
A professional-level 50-hour program approved by the Florida Certification Board for those coordinating care plans and connecting individuals to state and community resources.
U.S. job outlook
Related field: social and human service assistants
Projected employment growth: 6% (2024–2034)
Training to care for patients in homes and community settings, with a clear path to grow in healthcare.
U.S. job outlook
Home health and personal care aides
Projected employment growth: 17% (2024–2034)
Complete CNA course for students who want to prepare to go directly to the CNA state board exam.
U.S. job outlook
Nursing assistants and orderlies
Projected employment growth: 2% (2024–2034)
Structured preparation for students working toward the CNA examination process.
U.S. job outlook
Nursing assistants and orderlies
Projected employment growth: 2% (2024–2034)
Official PCM crisis management training approved for ABA providers, clinicians, RBTs, BCBAs, mental health and behavioral health staff, teachers and more. All instruction follows PCMA board standards and guidelines, delivered in person only. Seating is limited and granted on a first come, first served basis; prompt enrollment is strongly advised.
Vida Training Center is an American Safety and Health Institute approved training site and an American Heart Association approved provider. We offer weekly in-person CPR, first aid and BLS sessions for individuals and teams. To purchase, please call our office so we can send you the enrollment link right away, because the right course depends on your profession.
Courses and workshops for working professionals who want to expand their skills and stay compliant.
Student success stories
Real, unedited feedback copied directly from VIDA's Google Business Profile.
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Maribel Marrero
3 weeks ago
I had an excellent experience at Vida Training Center, where I completed my HHA course. The program was very well organized, informative, and a great learning experience. I especially want to recognize my instructor Meirell Fernández, who was absoluty wonderfull. She is very knowledgeable, patient, dedicated and truly cares about her students. I highly recommend Vida Training Center to anyone looking for quality Health Training.
Nicole Sanchez Martinez
1 month ago
I had an amazing experience with the RBT program at Vida Training Center. The program truly included everything I needed to feel confident and prepared. The step by step guidance made the entire process clear and manageable, especially for someone balancing a busy schedule. The staff was incredibly professional, respectful, and genuinely encouraging throughout the program. They were always available to answer questions and made sure I understood each concept before moving forward. Thanks to their support and the quality of the training, I was able to pass my board exam on the first try. I highly recommend Vida Training Center to anyone looking for a structured, supportive, and effective RBT program. They are also extremely ethical and compliant with Board guidelines, a lot of shady stuff in Miami and specially in the ABA world, they gave me full confidence and their program really reflected their quality and standards. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THEM IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BECOME AN RBT!
Jennyfer Montes de Oca
10 months ago
I had a great experience with Vida Training! I took both the CPR course and the PCM course for RBT, and everything was very professional, organized, and easy to follow. The instructor Erika, Maria and Francisco were knowledgeable, patient, and made sure everyone felt confident and prepared. I really appreciated how hands-on the training was, I left feeling ready to apply what I learned in real situations. I highly recommend Vida Training to anyone pursuing their RBT certification or looking for quality professional training! 🤩
Angel Rijo
11 months ago
The best service and people, they are so caring and really do things by the book! they are super trustworthy specially in this field where everyone wants to take your money. they guide you step by step and really invest in all their clients. anyone who says otherwise is not telling the truth. they are the best in what they do, i highly recommend! :)
Yomara de los Reyes Zulueta
a year ago
Thank you very much Erika for the Excellent Professional Crisis Management (PCM) course you conducted. Thanks for your effort, dedication, knowledge, and professionalism. I am very grateful for the opportunity to have been part of your class.
Patricia Mella
3 years ago
My experience with Vida training has been positive. From the moment I walked in the door, I could feel their willingness to help. I received my certification for RBT with them in 2019. I wrote this review today, which is January 2023. I continue to work with them on a yearly basis because of their services and other programs. The experience overall has been positive, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a career change or just to further their knowledge.
Our graduates in the field
Our students are respected and considered by the employers who matter most in our communities. When agencies, clinics, schools and care providers need to hire, many of them turn to VIDA first, and they keep coming back because our graduates arrive prepared, professional and dependable.
Hiring partners keep their doors open to VIDA students. When a position opens, many of them call us before posting it anywhere else, because they already know the standard they can expect: punctual, ethical, coachable and ready for the realities of the job.
Many of our graduates are also the bilingual professionals these employers are actively looking for. Spanish-speaking aides, technicians and case managers help families receive care they can understand, and that is one of the reasons our communities continue to ask for VIDA students by name.
Each employer makes its own hiring decisions, so we cannot promise a job to anyone. What we do promise is training that meets the standard employers expect.
Hiring VIDA graduates?
Tell us the role you need to fill and we will let you know who is ready.
Contact usCareer-focused workforce programs
VIDA's workforce programs are built around one outcome: you, ready to work in the field. Coursework stays focused on the skills entry-level roles actually require, so you can move from enrollment to your first job search without years of general education.
Programs are designed for fast completion; length varies by program. External credentialing, examination and background-check requirements have their own timelines set by outside organizations. VIDA does not guarantee employment.
Two routes, one destination
Traditional academic route: associate or bachelor's degree
typically 2–4 years
VIDA workforce training route
weeks to a few months
Measured in hours, not semesters
Most VIDA programs run in tens of hours of instruction. You finish, then move straight to the next step.
Skills employers ask for
Curriculum is built around the tasks employers and credentialing bodies expect from entry-level staff.
A clear next step
An advisor walks you through what comes after training (applications, exams, background checks) so nothing stalls.
Designed for working adults
Online and hybrid formats for many programs, so training fits around work and family. Confirm the language offered for your course before enrolling.
Not sure which program?
Tell us a little about your goals and a VIDA advisor will help you find the right program. No pressure, just guidance.
Why choose VIDA
More than a decade preparing students for behavioral health and healthcare careers.
Ask our team which languages are currently available for your chosen course.
Our team helps you understand requirements and next steps before, during and after training.
Courses taught by professionals working in the fields they teach.
Programs built around what employers and credentialing bodies actually expect.
Schedules and formats designed for students who work and have families.
How VIDA works
Compare programs or talk to an advisor to find the right fit.
Enrollment is open every day. Complete enrollment and choose the payment option available for your program.
Work through your coursework with instructor and student support.
We explain applicable external requirements and how to prepare for them.
Move forward with your credentialing process and job search with continued VIDA resources.
About VIDA
VIDA Training Center was founded in 2013 by María Barranco and her daughter Erika Fassrainer. Since then, VIDA has served tens of thousands of students across behavioral health and healthcare training, in English and Spanish.
For organizations
Schools, ABA agencies, clinics, healthcare organizations, employers and community organizations partner with VIDA for group training in English and Spanish.
Life at VIDA
Follow VIDA Training Center for graduation moments, skills labs, program updates and life around our academy.
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See yourself in the profession
Explore the people-centered careers VIDA can help you prepare for.
Choose your career path
Each path opens a different door. Pick the one that fits your life, and our team will guide you from there.
Enroll anytime
You do not need to wait for a cohort or a semester. Enrollment at VIDA is open every day, so the day you enroll is the day you can start moving toward your certification.
No cohorts, no semester calendar, no waiting for a group to fill. You can enroll any day of the year.
Every VIDA program accepts payment plans. Ask an advisor and split your tuition into payments that fit your budget.
The best day to start is today. Every day you wait is a day you could already be closer to your certification.
Explore our programs or speak with a bilingual advisor today.
