If you have a passion for helping others, consider a Health Technologies career! As a student in this program, you will gain a hands-on overview of the healthcare field which will give you the knowledge base necessary to be successful in a variety of health care settings and post-secondary institutions. With this cross-training of skills, you will have many opportunities available to you, including preparation for the State-Tested Nurse Aide Exam and the online Pharmacy Tech Exam. Many career opportunities exist within the Health Services Career Field, including careers in: nursing, radiology, optometry, nutrition, physical therapy, occupational therapy, rehabilitation, and prevention and wellness.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- Nurse Aide
- Assistant Living Aide
- Dietary Aide
- Nursing Assistant
- Patient Transport
- Medical Assistant
- Home Health Aide
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES WITH
FURTHER EDUCATION
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Radiology Technician
- Medical Records Clerk
- Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
- Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)
- Coding Specialist
- Phlebotomist
- Pharmacist/Pharmacy Technician
- Physician/Physician Assistant
*Average Salary Range: $22,000- $295,000
*Based on skill level, education and experience
Our instructor prepared us to be successful in college as we pursue our dreams to become medical professionals!
Ashley Rader- RG Drage/ Minerva High School Graduate/ Kent State University-Nursing
| Program Instructor: Karen Marks, RN Email: karen.marks@rgdrage.org | |
| Industry Credentials: State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA), CPR First Aid, EMT Basic, Pharmacy Technician and OSHA 10–General Industry (Health Care) | |
| Course Credits: 3 Credits Per Year | |
| Student Organization: Health Occupations Students of America | |
| College Partners: Youngstown State University, University of Akron, PTI, Hocking College and Aultman College |