Health Science Technology

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Program
Health Science Technology Program
Degree Type
Certificate
Award Name
CERTIFICATE IN HEALTH SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY
Award Code
M_CER_4TSHmay
Financial Aid Eligibility
Not eligible for financial aid
Program Description

This two-year program is designed for students who want to explore health science careers. The program prepares students with the basic skills necessary for success in health occupation programs. During the second year of the program students choose from two different tracks: Nurse Aide or Introduction to Health careers. 

Certificate Prerequisites
  • Complete and pass a Colorado Community College System Healthcare program background check. The criminal background check is to be completed within 90  days of the first day of the program. 
  • Pass 10-panel drug screen** 
    Although possession and use of marijuana is no longer a crime in the State of Colorado, the possession and use of marijuana remains illegal under federal law. Consistent with federal law, including the Controlled Substances Act and the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, the use and/or possession of marijuana continues to be prohibited for students seeking admission or enrolled in a health program at Morgan Community College. Therefore, a student with a drug screen showing positive for use of marijuana is ineligible for admission and/or continuance in the program. 
  • Proof of compliance requirements are submitted through an online record tracking systems. Which includes, at a minimum: 
    • Proof of current immunizations, annual influenza vaccinations, and annual tuberculosis testing.
    • Valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR card.
    • Driving record submission from the DMV.
    • Purchase of student malpractice and liability insurance through the MCC College Store.
    • Proof of workers compensation form.
  • Adhere to program policies, including uniform requirements.  
Other Requirements
  • Minimum grade of "C" for each course
  • Minimum cumulative MCC GPA of 2.0 to graduate
    (Remedial/Developmental level courses do not apply.)
  • 25% of the credits in this program must be taken at MCC

Course Requirements

First Year 

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Credits
Sub-Total Credits
14

Second Year 

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Credits
Sub-Total Credits
12

Choose one of the following tracks: 

Track 1: Nurse Aide 

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Credits
Sub-Total Credits
5

Track 2: Introduction to Health Careers 

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Credits
Sub-Total Credits
4
Total Credits
30-31