Be a part of the health care boom! Job demand and wages of these careers are at all-time highs and are expected to rise for the next 30 years. Our programs give you quick entry into the field and start you on a great career path!

While showing encouraging signs of recovery, today's economy is still on fragile footing. There are very few economic sectors that are booming at the moment and the job market is challenging at best.

One exception is the health sciences field. Due to the aging population and major changes in the health care market, careers in health sciences are expected to see substantial growth over the next decade and into the future.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor and Statistics (BLS), a job growth rate of 11 percent is expected between 2012 and 2022 for all occupations combined. Job growth for most health science occupations, however, are expected to double, triple or even quadruple that rate over the same period.

Personal qualities

The day-to-day tasks and responsibilities of a person in a health science occupation vary significantly, but always require excellent communication skills and attention to detail. Desirable traits for health care workers include these general mind-sets:

  • Maintaining a positive attitude
  • Following the rules
  • Communicating effectively
  • Interacting appropriately
  • Growing personally and professionally

Essential functions

Manual Dexterity, fine motor control, attention to detail, auditory acuity.

To enroll

  1. Prior to enrollment, please complete the MCC admission application
  2. When ready to enroll in the class, contact health care continuing education at 816.604.1000 or get.ahead@mcckc.edu

Healthcare COURSE SCHEDULEs (PDF)

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