Medical Skills (Therapeutic Services) 2 yrs.  WCTC

Two-year program to advance your skill set and give you a jumpstart into the medical field.  Providing knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy, as well as providing a clinical opportunity and some insight on possible career options.  

Required Courses: 

• 0711 Foundations of Health Science

• 0715 Advanced Principles of Health Science

• 0721 Medical Terminology

• 0716 Body Structures and Functions

• 0730 Clinical Experience

• 0789 Clinical Specialties I 

• 0790  Clinical Specialties I I

• 0710 Employment in Health Occupations

Industry Credentials: 

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

• OSHA 10

• Stop The Bleed

• CPR/AED/BLS

• First Aid

Leads to careers such as: 

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

• Patient Care Technician

• Home Health Aide

• Medical Assistant

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (with additional education)

• Registered Nurse (RN) (with additional education)

• Physical Therapy Aide

• Occupational Therapy Aide

National Average Salary:

• CNA / Patient Care Technician: $32,000–$40,000

• Home Health Aide: $30,000–$38,000

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): $48,000–$55,000

• Registered Nurse (RN): $75,000–$85,000

WV Average Salary: 

• Certified Nursing Assistant / Patient Care Technician: $30,000–$35,000 per year

• Home Health Aide: $28,000–$33,000 per year

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): $45,000–$50,000 per year

• Registered Nurse (RN): $65,000–$75,000 per year

Top-paying opportunities in WV:

• Hospitals and long-term care facilities

• Home health agencies

• Rehabilitation centers

• Assisted living and nursing homes