Launch Health Science
  • Program Description

    This program introduces you to a wide variety of careers in the allied health field, including medical lab technician, medical assistant, and medical office professional. Training will include medical terminology, communication, body structure and function, vital sign measurement, principles of infection control, medical instrumentation, pharmacy technology, medical office assistant certification procedures, and microscope usage.

  • What will my classes be like?

    You'll be trained to work closely with physicians, physician assistants, and nurses through hands-on activities on how to read vital signs, sterilize medical equipment, and perform diagnostic testing. You'll learn about human anatomy, how to receive patients, and how to transcribe medical records. Join the growing healthcare field today!

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    Students in this class are eligible to receive 11 college credits from the College of Lake County.

    Year 1:

    • HIT 111 - Medical Terminology, 3 credits
    • MOA 112 - Basic Medical Office and Billing Procedures, 4 credits
    • MOA 111 - Introduction to Medical Assisting, 4 credits (Articulated)

     

    Certifications

    • CPR Certification
    • Healthcare Office Assistant Certification

     

    Job Opportunities

    • Dietician
    • EKG Technician
    • Emergency Medical Technician
    • Medical Assistant
    • Medical Billing Coder
    • Medical Lab Assistant
    • Medical Technologist
    • Occupational Therapist
    • Pharmacy Technologist
    • Phlebotomist
    • Registered Nurse