Instructor: Malorie Martin

Want to become a health care professional?  In Health Technology, you'll gain knowledge as you work alongside and support medical professionals in a variety of settings while providing quality patient care. Experience a wide range of health careers through practical lab experiences with an emphasis on medical terminology and anatomy and physiology.

Juniors will launch their healthcare journey by learning core skills and completing the requirements to become a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA). This foundational certification provides students with immediate employability and a springboard into more advanced healthcare pathways.

Upon entering their senior year, students will advance into one of three specialized tracks tailored to their career goals:

Track 1 — CNA Work Release Pathway

Students who earn their CNA may participate in approved work release opportunities, gaining real-world experience while continuing to meet all academic requirements for high school graduation.

Track 2 — Advanced Clinical Skills Pathway

Students interested in broadening their skills and pursuing additional healthcare certifications can continue their training to become a:

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician

• Certified EKG Technician

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

This track offers students a competitive edge and preparation for a range of healthcare careers.

Track 3 — Practical Nursing Preparation Pathway

Students who meet academic expectations—earning a 76% or higher in all courses—may enter the pathway to practical nursing curriculum. This advanced track provides foundational nursing education designed to support advanced placement into a Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program at an Ohio Technical Center or college.

Students in this program may qualify for articulated college credit and or Tuition Freedom Scholarship at North Central State College.

CERTIFICATIONS
Earn Ohio Department of Education (ODE) credential points towards graduation.
Track 1:
• Certified Nursing Assistant [CNA] (12 points)
• Professional CPR, Basic First Aid (1 point)

Track 2:
• NHA Certified Phlebotomy Technician (12 points)
• NHA Certified EKG Technician (12 points)
• NHA Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (12 points)

Track 3:
Students wanting to continue the Practical Nursing II (LPN) program, will receive advanced placement in an Adult Education program. This track will provide approximately 40% of the LPN curriculum.

HIGHER EDUCATION
Students may qualify for articulation college credit and the Tuition Freedom Scholarship at North Central State College (NCSC) for the following programs:
• Registered Nursing
• Respiratory Care
• Radiological Science
• Physical Therapy Assistant

CAREER FOCUS
• CNA
• Nursing Assistant
• Medical Assistant
• Phlebotomist
• Patient Care Technician

With additional training/education:
• RN and LPN
• Certified Nurse Practitioner
• Pre-med
• Radiology Technician
• Respiratory Therapist

Taking control of your future is easier than you think. By finishing your high school education at Heartland Technical Education Center, you put yourself ahead of your peers with field experience a normal classroom could never replicate. Apply for this program and pursue your passion today!