Healthcare

Healthcare

The healthcare industry is one of the most reliable professional fields in the nation. Healthcare programs can lead to careers that offer fulfilling responsibilities and exciting opportunities.

These careers revolve around the safety, health and the overall well-being of the communities they serve. If you’re passionate about helping people and want to be in the middle of the action, you might be a perfect fit for a career in healthcare.

Eligible Programs

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Lake Area Technical College

  • Dental Assisting – 1-Year Program, Diploma OR 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Dental Hygiene – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) –1-Year Program, Diploma
  • Medical Assisting – 1-Year Program, Diploma
  • Med/Fire Rescue – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Medical Lab Technician – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Paramedic – 1-Year Program, Diploma
  • Registered Nursing (RN) – 1-Year Program, AAS Degree*
    • To enroll in RN program, must hold active and current LPN license without restrictions. Contact school for details.
  • Surgical Technology – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree

Mitchell Technical College

  • Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) – 1-Year Program, Diploma
  • Medical Assistant – 1-Year Program, Diploma
  • Medical Laboratory Technician – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Medical Office Professional – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Radiologic Technology – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Registered Nurse (RN) — 2-Year Program, AAS Degree*
    • To enroll in RN program, must hold active and current LPN license without restrictions. Contact school for details.

Southeast Technical College

  • Dental Assisting – 1-Year Program, Diploma
  • Invasive Cardiovascular Technology –2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) – 1-Year Program, Diploma
  • Medical Assistant – 1-Year Program, Diploma
  • Medical Laboratory Technician – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Paramedic Science – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Registered Nurse (RN) – 1-1.5-Year Program, AAS Degree*
    • To enroll in RN program, must hold active and current LPN license without restrictions. Contact school for details.
  • Respiratory Therapy – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Surgical Technology – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree

Western Dakota Technical College

  • Dental Assisting – 1-Year Program, Diploma
  • Health Information Management: Coding Specialty – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) – 1.5-Year Program, Diploma
  • Medical Laboratory Technician – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Paramedic – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Radiologic Technology – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Registered Nurse (RN) – 1.5-Year Program, AAS Degree*
    • To enroll in RN program, must hold active and current LPN license without restrictions. Contact school for details.
  • Surgical Technology – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
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Additional Programs

Advanced Manufacturing

Precision machinists may work in the computer, automotive, agriculture or other industries—including manufacturing plants, machine shops and inspection organizations.

Agriculture

A degree in agriculture can take you just about anywhere in the industry. You can work inside or outside doing anything from teaching and research to working with animals.

Automotive

For people who enjoy cars, working with their hands and solving problems, a career as an automotive technician can really drive your future.

Building Trades / Construction

A degree or certification in the construction trades can lead to employment as a construction manager, cost estimator or building inspector.

Energy Technicians

Careers waiting for you include renewable energy technician, wind turbine installer, solar electricity system installer and more.

Engineering Technicians

Engineering technicians can work in several specialized areas, including electrical and electronics engineering or civil engineering.

Information Technology

Focus on utilizing technology to help businesses run as efficiently as possible.

Public Service

If your calling in life is serving the greater good, public services might be the perfect path for you.

Welding

Welders specialize in fabricating products by joining together materials like steel, brass and aluminum. Welding skills can be applied to manufacturing, construction, creative arts and more.

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