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Medical Patient Care Career Technical Education Pathway

Make a Difference

The Medical Pathway gives students a broad understanding of patient care and medical practices. The pathway is a three-year elective program designed to give students who are interested in the medical or health science field an opportunity to gain specialized knowledge and training while in high school. This integrated, immersive, and work-based learning provides students with a hands-on experience with practices used in the medical field today.

Career Pathways helps students explore their talents and use their experiences in the classroom to select a career path they’re passionate about.

Prepare in the Classroom

Build a strong foundation with A-G approved courses and prepare yourself for an exciting new medical career. Classes include:

  • Intro to Health Careers
  • Patient Care Essentials
  • Advanced Patient Care
  • Respiratory Care

Get Real
Exposure

Take what you learned out into the real world and see first-hand what awaits you in the medical field. Hands-on, in-depth immersive experiences may include:

  • Guest Speakers
  • Workplace Tours
  • On or Off Site Internships
  • Certifications

Valuable Training for Exciting Careers

Kickstart your college studies in the medical field and get a head start in your career with the help of our academic instruction and industry insight. Potential career paths these programs help prepare you for include:

  • Medical Assistant
  • Nursing Assistant
  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • EMT
  • Law Enforcement
  • Front and Back Medical Office

Industry Average: $40,000 - $100,000+/Year
Projected Growth in the Field: 15% or Higher

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Ready to Start Helping?

Contact your college & career technician for availability. 
Programs are subject to change.

CTE Teachers:
Tanesha Collins and Diana Lopez
(805) 385-2787

want a roadmap to medical patient care?

Map it out!

(English Version)

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(Spanish Version)