Program Description
The Morgan Community College Health Science Technology Program prepares students for careers in healthcare such as nurse aide and behavior health technician. The program strives to focus on and promote the concepts of leadership, critical thinkings, teamwork, work-based skills, and professionalism in the classroom and in the clinical facilities. Students gain a solid foundation in health sciences, preparing them for both immediate entry into healthcare professions and further education in healthcare-related fields.
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
Fall Semester
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Credits
3.00
Sub-Total Credits
8.00
Spring Semester
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Credits
Sub-Total Credits
7.00
Fall Semester-Second Year
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Credits
Sub-Total Credits
9.00
Spring Semester-Second Year: Choose one of the following tracks
Track 1: Nurse Aide (must have a SS#; pass background check; submit proof of current immunizations; have current CPR-BLS card; must purchase malpractice insurance, student ID badge and scrubs; this track has strict attendance policies)
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Credits
Sub-Total Credits
6.00
Track 2: Behavior Health Plus-Certificate
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Credits
Sub-Total Credits
6.00
Total Credits
30