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If you’re interested in the field of health care then you recognize the calling to improve the lives, nutrition and health of those around you. Historically this would lead you to a career path in patient care but now, with such great strides in technology and science, you no longer have to be interested in medicine alone to follow this dream. The field of health care has expanded so much that it’s become one of the largest industries in the nation, with job opportunities to meet nearly any interest but still sharing one common goal: to provide the best health care possible in the best ways we know how.

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Health Care Programs of Study

Nursing and Nursing Related Nursing is the field that most quickly springs to mind when we think of the health care profession. As a professional in this realm you’ll work chiefly one-on-one with patients relying on your health care skills. Learn More

Therapy — Within the therapy program you’ll learn the skills that can make you an integral part of a health care team designed to heal the body and rehabilitate the quality of a patient’s life. Learn More

Dental Programs — These programs train you to be a versatile employee, one able to assist the dentist, help with office management, perform needed jobs in the laboratory or, as a hygenist, provide care to patients with exam evaluations and oral education. Learn More

Respiratory Care — In the Respiratory Care program you’ll learn the skills needed for evaluating treatment, diagnosis and rehabilitation of patients with heart and lung diseases. Learn More

Ophthalmology — Ophthalmic technicians are skilled health professionals who assist ophthalmologists with performing tasks, collecting data, administering treatment and supervising patients. Learn More

Radiology — Though radiology professionals work less directly with patients their jobs are no less important. In this career you will play an integral role in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Learn More

Medical Technology — In the field of medical technology you’ll be open to new experiences in all manner of practice settings. Hospitals, labs, research clinics and offices will open to you for scientific exploration. Learn More

Pharmacy Services — Professionals in this field work hand-in-hand with pharmacists to make sure orders are filled and details are managed that are going to make people feel better, faster. Learn More

Case Management — As a case manager, you’ll be part of a team working to provide a collaborative approach to assessing, monitoring and coordinating health care services. Learn More

Health Information — As a technician in health information you’ll be on of the business side of health care, working behind the scenes with data management to provide caregivers the time needed to give patients for successful treatment. Learn More

Emergency Care — Technicians in emergency care man the front lines of tragedy and trauma, and thrive in pressured situations that call upon for a cool, quick-thinking head. Learn More

Dietary Care — As a dietician you’ll work with a qualified health care team to make certain patients are given specific instructions for the diet that provides them with good health and disease treatment. Learn More

Funeral Services — As a funeral service professional you’ll perform a necessary business operation, helping assist the deceased’s family with funeral arrangements in a caring, concerned manner. Learn More

Internships

At FCCJ internships are prearranged and designed to meet your academic and professional goals. As an intern you’ll not only work on site but also provide requirements to the college’s internship faculty and complete 15 classroom hours and, if your internship is taken for credit, you will be graded on your work. Internships provide you with the opportunity to take your formal education and apply it to the “real world” for practical experience. The final step toward completion of your formal training, an internship is an exciting opportunities to investigate your readiness to take on life as a mature professional.

Contact Jim Woods, North Campus, at (904) 766-6516 for more information.

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