Continuing its dedication to providing exquisite medical training, Warren County Community College’s Fall 2019 schedule is full of potential career paths for those interested in joining this rewarding field.

The Dental field is booming; take on your career one smile at a time with the Dental Assisting Program, beginning Sept. 11. Pharmacy Technicians provide a vital role in the medical field; The Pharmacy Tech program, which meets twice a week beginning Sept. 24, prepares students for certification and to work in a range of pharmacy settings. Phlebotomists are always in demand and WCCC’s Certified Phlebotomy Technician program, which begins Oct. 7, prepares students for employment opportunities through classroom and lab hours. The 70-hour comprehensive Physical Therapy/Rehabilitation Aide Program, starting Oct. 1, prepares students to enter the field of rehabilitation, assisting physical therapists in both outpatient and facility-based services.

Healthcare professionals looking to enhance their skills may be interested in the EKG/Telemetry Skills for Healthcare Professionals, running Thursdays Oct. 17-31, or the Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, catered to those both in- and out- of hospital settings.

Not ready to start this semester? Start planning ahead! The Certified Nursing Assistant program requires six weeks for the application process to be completed. Boasting a 95% pass rate on the certification exam, this in-demand program opens many doors. Other upcoming programs in Spring semester and beyond include Introduction to Medical Lab Assistant and the highly recognized Medical Assisting Program.

All students entering these programs must be 18 years or older and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Students may also need to complete an interview, physical exam, and/or background check, depending on the program.

Medical courses are held at the Phillipsburg Ed Center, 445 Marshall St., in Phillipsburg. For more information about these or other medical programs available at Warren County Community College, please visit www.warren.edu/healthcare.