Find your place in the world of healthcare
In the world of healthcare and medicine, there are hundreds of career paths to explore and directions to take. If you’re interested in healthcare but aren’t sure where you fit into that world, Health Career Foundations can help. In this program, you’ll discover the many options that exist in healthcare, and find the path that’s right for you. We give you a solid foundation to set you up for success in any healthcare field.
While learning in our simulated patient rooms, you’ll -
- Get experience in basic patient care skills
- Learn medical terminology
- Practice infection control and patient safety
- Participate in clinical scenarios
- Learn anatomy and physiology
- Dive into medical law, ethics, and HIPPA
- Explore health information technology and healthcare systems
This program is excellent preparation for our other Health Career programs and is recommended for 11th graders.
Learn to Use
Tools & Equipment
- Anatomage Table
- Stethoscopes
- Blood pressure cuffs
- EKG
- Bandages and wound dressings
- Personal protection equipment
Earn Certifications
Earn Certifications
Through this program, you’ll be prepared to earn -
- CPR certification
- American Heart Association First Aid
- Stop the Bleed
Earn College Credit
Earn College Credit
Up to 10 free college credits available*
*Students must meet requirements.
The number of credits varies by college.
Future Career Options & Earnings
Future Career Options
After High School
- Patient Transporter
- Nutrition Services Tech
- Home Health Aide
- Environmental Services
With Additional Training or College
- Medical Assistant
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Certified Phlebotomist
- Nurse Tech/Patient Care Tech
- Dispatcher
- Pharmacy Tech
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Radiologic Technician
- Surgical Technician
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Health Information Technology Professional
- Dental Hygienist
- Clinical Laboratory Scientist
- Diagnostic Sonographer
- Athletic Trainer
- Respiratory Therapist
- Nurse Practitioner (NP)
- Physician Assistant
- Occupational or Physical Therapist
- Physician/Doctor
The range of pay for professionals in health care covers a broad range and depends upon many factors.
Location
Classes are offered at:
Kent Career Tech Center
Instructors
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