Health Technologies

Health Science Technologies provides the student with the skills necessary for employment as a nurse assistant, medical assistant, or healthcare worker. In addition to this, skills are also taught that will
prepare the student to work in other related health facilities such as medical laboratories, veterinarian offices, physical therapy departments, nursing homes, and hospitals. Algebra and Biology are
prerequisites for this program.

During Level 1 students work in a well-equipped laboratory and are introduced to the various procedures they will be performing when employed. Students learn skills such as total patient care, first aid, medical laboratory tests, and many other procedures are taught and practiced by the students. In the Health Technologies program students preform long-term care clinicals and hospital job shadowing during the spring of their junior year. During level 2 students receive on-the-job training. The facilities in which they may work include hospitals, nursing homes, health laboratories, and medical or dental offices, and other medical-related job areas. Chemistry and algebra are essential for entrance to collegiate programs.

As students progress in their program they may be eligible to take part in our robust work placement program. While on work placement, students are employed at local healthcare facilities and obtain skills while working alongside professionals in the industry.  

Students in the health sciences program are eligible for almost 30 college credits through an articulation agreement with North Central State College

Skills to be learned
Record & mount electrocardiogram
First aid CPR/AED
Work with math & medication
Assisting with ambulation
Medical receptionist techniques
Infection control methods
Prepare a sterile dressing tray
Human growth & development
Assist with physical exams
Blood & urine screening test
Personal care of patients
Measure & record vital signs
Nurse aid competency training
Operate autoclave
Nurse assistant skills
Dental laboratory skills
Perform physical therapy aide skills
Medical secretarial techniques
Respiratory therapy skills
Observe universal precautions
Hospital isolation
Medical assistant skills

Job Opportunities
Nurse assistant, hospital
Veterinary Assistant
Vision office
Recreational assistant
Habilitation technician
Physical therapy aide
Nursing home assistant
Medical office
Pharmacy technician
Medical secretary receptionist
Radiology Assistant
Medical assistant
STNA
Athletic trainer aide