Careerline Tech Center CTE

Healthcare Industry

Career Techs

Organizations Involved

Ottawa Area ISD

Occupations Involved

High school students

Workforce Development Focus

Increasing number of healthcare workers

Workforce Issues Addressed

Training individuals to work in a healthcare profession; Increasing the training available to current healthcare professionals

Description

Health-related CTE courses at Ottawa Area ISD's Careerline Tech Center include Dental Careers, EMS, CNA, Patient Care Technician (PCT) and Phlebotomy. Additionally, an Advanced Health program is offered to high-school seniors to study advanced skills and be placed into area doctors' offices and assisted living centers. Students in the Advanced Health program can earn certifications in Medical Assisting, Pharmacy Technology, Customer Service and OSHA.