Health Occupations
Health Occupations
Employment for healthcare occupations is expected to grow 23% over the next 10 years, more than any other group of occupations.
Wages for healthcare occupations vary by specialty. In 2020, the median salary for a home health aide was $27,080 per year.
For Respiratory Therapists with an associate’s degree, the median salary was $62,810 in 2020.
For physician’s assistants with a master’s degree the median salary in 2020 was $115,390 per year.
(Source: United States Bureau of Labor Statistics)
The Health Occupations Program offers students an opportunity to learn about and experience the many opportunities in the field of health care. Upon graduation students may be employed as certified nursing assistants or may use the strong foundation the program provides to seek additional post-secondary education or professional certifications. After receiving a foundation in basic nursing, first aid, and interpersonal skills, students will participate in clinical experiences at an extended care facility and an acute care hospital. Students will have the opportunity to earn college credits from both Rutgers University and Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC).
Year 1:
Basic Health Assisting, Infection Control,
Universal Precautions, CPR/First Aid Certification,
Assessing Vital Signs
Year 2:
Basic Patient Care,
Physical and Psychological Evaluation,
Nutrition, First Responder Certification
Year 3:
Rutgers Health Science Career Program –
Dynamics of Healthcare in Society –
3 College Credits available
if you entered the Program as a freshman
Year 4:
Rutgers University–
Medical Terminology
3 College Credits available
if you entered the Program as a freshman
Raritan Valley Community College–
Human Biology
3 College Credits available
to both freshmen and sophomores
that enter the Program
Classes meet for 2 periods/90 min per day, 5 days a week
Average number of new students accepted per year: 12
Opportunity for professional certifications: YES
Opportunity to earn college credits: YES
Questions? Check out the FAQ Page
Anesthesiologist
Certified Nursing Assistant
Dental Assistant
Occupational Therapist
Medical Technician
Physical Therapy Assistant
Physician’s Assistant
Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Emergency Medical Interventionist
Recent Student
Post-Secondary
Destinations
Elizabethtown College
Montclair State University
Raritan Valley Community College
Rutgers University
Seton Hall University
Wagner College
William Paterson University
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