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PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
HEALTHCARE
SPECIALIST
The Healthcare Specialist program prepares
students for entry into a variety of healthcare
careers through hands-on training, certifications,
and foundational healthcare coursework. Students
develop skills in medical terminology, anatomy and
physiology, pharmacology, nutrition, clinical skills,
phlebotomy, IV therapy, and health information
technology while earning certifications including
Certified Nurse Aide and Home Health Aide.
The program provides exposure to multiple
areas of healthcare, preparing students for both
immediate employment and continued education
in the medical field.
HANDS-ON TRAINING,
HEALTHCARE
COURSEWORK
MORE INFO
PROGRAM
LENGTH
PROGRAM
TOOLS
PROGRAM
HOURS
9 Months
Technical
Certificate
iPad®; books & tools
purchased
M-F
8:00am - 3:30pm
on your own
(Tool list provided)
Stackable credentials and industry certification opportunities available.
$50K+
AVERAGE STARTING
SALARY
For entry-level
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