Health Technology & Medical Assisting
Career opportunities exist in human service agencies, hospitals, long-term care facilities, recreation centers, medical offices, private homes, and more. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in healthcare occupations is projected to grow 14% from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations.
Projects
FCTS, as the regional vocational high school of Franklin County, does so much more than teach in a lab classroom and simulation environment. As a true extension of the classroom, authentic health-related projects can be an important facet in the learning environment. Real-world projects truly provide the students with an opportunity to apply what they have learned. Our students thrive on authentic work! You can demonstrate and practice a skill but there is nothing like using those skills for real, under the direction of your instructor who acts as the supervisor. Health Technology students engage in work and skills in FCTS and on work experience sites including hospitals, nursing homes, and EMT agencies. These students are preparing for the many, varied career paths available in the healthcare industry.
Certifications
Be prepared for a rewarding career in the healthcare industry. Along with a solid academic foundation, you’ll also gain real-world knowledge that will give you a competitive edge in the growing healthcare job market. Students will receive their certification in nursing assistant, home health aide, CPR, and first aid.