Healthcare Careers

Overview
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Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology

Bachelor of Applied Science

COTC is excited to offer the first and only accelerated Bachelor of Applied Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology degree in Ohio. Students can choose to major in general or cardiac ultrasound. 

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Basic Healthcare Skills

Short-Term Certificate

This certificate prepares you to become a State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA) — a first step in your nursing career. 

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Mental Health Students talking

Behavioral and Mental Health Technician

Short-Term Certificate

Psychiatric technicians and aides care for people who have mental illness and developmental disabilities. Technicians typically provide therapeutic care and monitor their patients’ conditions. Aides help patients in their daily activities and ensure a safe, clean environment. They are employed in hospitals, community mental health centers, psychiatric clinics, social service agencies and geriatric nursing homes.

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Community Health

Short-Term Certificate

Having a Community Health Certificate enables you to be a front line public health worker who serves as a liaison or intermediary between the community and health/social services.

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electrocardiography students

Electrocardiograph Technician

Short-Term Certificate

Under the supervision of physicians and/or nurses, electrocardiograph technicians operate equipment that records and measures heart activity (EKG/ECG diagnostic examinations) and report results to the treatment team. These measurements are used to assist cardiologists and other physicians in diagnosing and treating problems with a patient’s heart and blood vessels.

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Electrocardiography for the Cardiac Sonographer

Short-Term Certificate

This short-term certificate program allows sonographers and sonography students to quickly upskill or advance their careers as electrocardiography (EKG) technicians. Students learn how to interpret and perform electrocardiograms (EKGs/ECGs) and, upon completion, are eligible to take the Certified EKG Technician (CET) certification exam. 

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Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary (EFDA)

Short-Term Certificate

This certificate program trains certified dental assistants in the art of restorative dentistry. EFDAs perform advanced remediable intra-oral dental procedures (sealants and fillings) under the supervision of a licensed dentist.

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Health Services Technology

Associate of Applied Science

Earn an Associate of Applied Science in Health Services Technology and become a healthcare technician who assists medical staff completing specialty tasks and accommodates patient needs.

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Home Healthcare Provider students

Home Healthcare Provider

Short-Term Certificate

Home health aides provide in-home care to people with disabilities, chronic illness or cognitive impairment. Help is often provided to older adults in need of assistance. Many seniors prefer to remain in their own homes as long as possible; having the assistance of home health aides supports this option. 

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LPN Nursing student

LPN to Associate Degree Nursing

Associate of Applied Science

Central Ohio Technical College offers a four-semester transition option for licensed practical nurses. The curriculum provides a balance of general education and nursing courses.

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Medical Coding

Associate of Applied Science

The medical coding associate degree prepares students for employment as a medical billing and coding professional at many locations of employment.

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Medical Coding

Short-Term Certificate
One-Year Certificate

Quickly begin a career in medical coding.

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Nursing Technology

Associate of Applied Science

COTC graduates start their careers as registered nurses (RN) with this traditional five-semester plan of study.

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Paramedic to Associate Degree Nursing

Associate of Applied Science

Central Ohio Technical College offers a four-semester transition option for paramedics. The curriculum provides a balance of general education and nursing courses. A student applying to the paramedic to ADN program must hold a current paramedic certificate to practice in the state of Ohio.

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Patient Care Technician

Short-Term Certificate

Patient care technicians with multiple skills play a vital role in direct patient care. After completing the certificate, the student will be certified as a State Tested Nursing Aide and become certified in CPR. Phlebotomy and electrocardiogram (ECG) are also part of this certificate.

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Phlebotomy

Short-Term Certificate

Phlebotomists draw blood for tests, transfusions, research or blood donations. They primarily work in hospitals, ambulatory centers, clinics, medical and diagnostic laboratories, blood donor centers, and doctors’ offices. Phlebotomists typically enter the occupation with a postsecondary non-degree award from a phlebotomy program. Professional certification is highly desired for employment.

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Practical Nursing

One-Year Certificate

Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses (known as LPNs or LVNs, depending on the state in which they work) provide basic medical care.

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Radiologic Science Technology

Associate of Applied Science

The radiologic science technology program at Central Ohio Technical College combines extensive classroom, laboratory and clinical learning situations to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely practice radiology.

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Respiratory Therapy Technology

Associate of Applied Science

COTC’s respiratory therapy program prepares you for a career as a respiratory therapist. A respiratory therapist is trained to help people with lung diseases or disorders. 

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RN to BSN

Bachelor of Applied Science

The online RN to BSN program is for registered nurses who have earned their associate degree in nursing and are looking to advance their nursing career by earning a bachelor’s degree in nursing.