Health Careers Certification
Health Careers Certification is a program designed for high school juniors, seniors and adults that are interested in a career in the health care field.
Students are given the opportunity to explore a wide range of health careers through classroom/lab experiences, field trips and guest speakers. Students will participate in specialized studies and clinical experiences depending on the career major.
If you are 18 years of age or older or will be 18 years of age during clinical rotation, you will be required to have a federal background check. The student is responsible for the $19.00 fee. The background check will be obtained through Red River Technology Center. Students must also provide proof of current vaccinations including: Tetanus Booster, MMR or Rubella Titer, Varicella/Chicken Pox or letter from physician stating you have had Chicken Pox, Hepatitis B, Negative TB skin test. Flu Vaccine is highly recommended.
Students must be able to perform a number of physical activities in the clinical portion of the career majors. At a minimum, students will be required to lift patients, stand for several hours and perform bending activities. Students must be able to demonstrate rational and appropriate behavior under stressful conditions.
Instructors
Instructor-Sherrie Burton
sburton [at] rrtc [dot] edu
580-255-2903 ext. 267
Instructor – Vera Budlong
vbudlong [at] rrtc [dot] edu
580-255-2903 ext. 240
Other Important Info
College Credit: Hours vary from Murray State College throughout the various majors.
SCOPE Student Clinical Observation of Professional Experience
SCOPE will be on an individual basis and career specific
Career Majors
2009 – 2010 Long Term Care Aide Program Disclosure
2009 – 2010 Phlebotomy Program Disclosure
2009 – 2010 Pharmacy Technician Program Disclosure
2009 – 2010 Basic Medical Assistant Program Disclosure
