Health & Human Services

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The Health & Human Services programs prepare students for rewarding careers in the field of healthcare and assistance. They combine technical and medical knowledge with critical thinking and interpersonal skills. Our programs offer students the options of certificates, associate degrees, and associate transfer degrees, in fields as diverse as nursing, massage therapy, and early childhood education. All courses are taught by experienced faculty members who are leaders in their respective fields. The programs are challenging and place a high value on integrity.

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	Anesthesia Technologist Anesthesia technologists assist anesthesiologists to manage pain and monitor patients during medical procedures. RTC is one of the few places in the United States that offers a two-year degree in this career. Learn more
	Central Service Technician Central service technicians work in health care facilities to prepare and sterilize devices and supplies used to care for patients. Learn more
	Dental Assistant Dental assistants are an integral part of the dental team. Learn more
	Early Childhood Education This program prepares students for the care and early education of young children. They will study how to design a curriculum, create positive learning environments, provide developmentally appropriate activities, and respect and accommodate cultural differences. Students must complete an internship at a childcare center as part of the program. Learn more
	Health Care Navigator This certificate covers navigating and coordinating care in health and human services systems. Incorporated in the certificate are factors affecting patients such as chronic disease, behavioral health, wellness and patient activation and engagement. Learn more
	Massage Therapy Practitioner Prepare to become professionally licensed to practice therapeutic massage for health maintenance, assessment, and rehabilitation of body tissues and systems. Learn more
	Medical Assistant Medical assistants work in the frontlines of medical care, helping physicians and specialists with medical procedures and administrative duties. Learn more
	Medical Assistant - Phlebotomy The Phlebotomy Technician program prepares students to work in medical offices, clinics, labs and other health care settings. Learn more
	Medical Coding Specialist Develop skills and knowledge to transform descriptions of diseases, injuries, conditions, and procedures into numerical designations in clinics, insurance companies, and other medical settings. Learn more
	Nursing Assistant - Certified The Nursing Assistant program prepares students to earn their certification and work in a healthcare setting. It is also the first rung of the career ladder for students to become Licensed Practical or Registered Nurses. Learn more
	Ophthalmic Assistant This program provides entry level training leading to a certificate as an ophthalmic assistant. Learn more
	Pharmacy Technician Students develop skills in all areas of pharmacy practice such as computer order entry, pharmaceutical calculations, record keeping, mixing intravenous solutions, and compounding of products to be dispensed. Learn more
	Registered Nurse, Associate Degree Admission for our program is highly competitive, and we use a selective admission process. Learn more
	Revenue Management Specialist The Revenue Management Specialist program prepares students to support doctors and other healthcare professionals with much of the administrative tasks in their clinics, offices, insurance companies and other settings. Learn more
	Surgical Technologist Surgery is complex and delicate work, done by a team of highly trained experts. Surgical specialists are a key part of that team, helping with important tasks such as tracking supplies and surgical equipment, preparing the operating room, an assisting doctors and nurses during procedures. Learn more
	Veterinary Assistant Veterinary assistants work in animal clinics, hospitals, zoos, shelters and on the field to take care of animals, under the supervision of a veterinarian or other specialists. Learn more