Launch your healthcare career with versatile, job-ready training for a variety of medical fields.
What is Health Science Technology?
The Health Science Technology Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree is a flexible pathway for students interested in building healthcare skills, earning multiple credentials or preparing for admission into a selective healthcare program.
Students preparing for admission into a competitive, selective-admission healthcare program may also use the Health Science Technology pathway to complete general education requirements and earn applicable credit while preparing for programs such as Dental Assisting, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Medical Laboratory Technology, Nursing, Physical Therapist Assistant, Radiography and Surgical Technology.
Getting Started
What are my degree, diploma, and certificate options?
Certificates (Students customize the degree by earning at least three certificates and completing
additional approved Health Science Technology coursework for a total of 60–65 credit
hours.)
Certificate options include, but not limited to:
- Medicaid Nurse Aid
- Advanced Nursing Assistant
- Phlebotomy for the Healthcare Worker
- Medical Receptionist
- Health Records Specialist
- Medical Coding Specialist
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Kentucky Medication Aide
- Medical Transcription/Scribe
Interested specifically in phlebotomy? Learn more about phlebotomy training through WKCTC’s Medical Laboratory Technology program.
How Do I Pay For This?
Worry no more. With the lowest tuition in Kentucky, financial aid options, and a helping hand to guide you through the application process, WKCTC has you covered. WKCTC will help you reach your goals at a price that won't break the bank.
Some programs may require additional cost.
What Else Do I Need to Know?
Additional Information
Talk to your advisor to determine which, if any, of these are required for your degree path.
Length of Program
You can earn an associate in applied science degree in two years if you maintain full-time status.
This information should not be considered a substitute for the KCTCS Catalog. You should always choose classes in collaboration with your faculty advisor to ensure that you meet all degree requirements.
