Medical Careers
Grade Level: 12
Credits: 4.5 per year
Location: Onsite
Dates: Year-Long Program
Pre-Requisite: Biology or other lab science class
Program Description: The Medical Careers program is designed to prepare students for initial certification as a Nursing Assistant (NA-C) as well as continued training in nursing. Students spend time in the classroom and in an assisted living facility learning many procedures for patient care including: taking blood pressure, temperatures, pulse and respiration, as well as learning how to bathe, groom, feed, lift, exercise and position patients.
Program Requirements: Students must be a senior and on track for graduation at the time of enrollment. Students must be able to pass a criminal background check.
Private transportation is required for clinicals in the spring.
High School Credit Equivalencies: 1.5 - Health; 1.5 - Biology-Other; 1.5 - CTE
College Credits (Subject to Change):
Students who successfully meet course competencies and earn a grade of C or better may be eligible to earn the following college credits:
Clover Park Technical College: up to 9 credits
Pierce College: up to 12 credits
Bates: up to 4 credits
Certifications: Nursing Assistant Certification; First Aid/CPR and Bloodborne Pathogens; WA State HIV/AIDS Training
Program Partner: Clover Park Technical College
Program Fees: Scrubs - $40-$50; NA-C Testing Fee - $150, Nursing Assistant License State Application Fee - $85 (2023-24 rates, subject to change)
Careers in this field:
Nursing Assistant - Licensed Practical Nurse - Registered Nurse - Medical Assistant - Health Unit Coordinator