What is Health Science Technology?
Health Science Technology is designed to prepare students for entry-level career opportunities in the field of health care and health-related services. Many of the general education and core courses are required classes for complete of varied professional health programs, providing a seamless transition into a selective admission program.
A Health Science Technology degree also allows students to pursue specific certificates that prepare them for careers in areas such as a Nurse Assistant and Phlebotomist, among others. Students awaiting admission to Gateway’s selective admission program for Nursing may be placed in the Health Science Technology degree option.
What are my career choices?
A few examples of workplaces in your local area:
- Fire Departments
- Hospitals
- Long-term Care Facilities
- Massage Therapy Centers
- Medical Coding Agencies
- Non-profit Agencies
- Outpatient Laboratories
- Physician Offices
- Skilled Nursing Facilities
What are my degree, diploma, or certificate options?
We offer an Associates Degree for Health Science Technology.
How Much can I make, and Where can I take Classes?
The great thing about KCTCS is that we have colleges and campuses around the state. Choose a college, and you'll find more information on the program and the salaries for careers in the area.
- Ashland Community & Technical College
- Big Sandy Community & Technical College
- Bluegrass Community & Technical College
- Elizabethtown Community & Technical College
- Gateway Community & Technical College
- Henderson Community College
- Hopkinsville Community College
- Madisonville Community College
- Maysville Community & Technical College
- West Kentucky Community & Technical College
