Waukesha County Technical College
Introduction to Health Careers

Introduction to Health Careers

Program Information

Degree Type

7-credit Technical Certificate

Program Code

40-501-CA

Time to Degree

Less than 1 year

Start Date

August / January

How You'll Learn

Hybrid

Daytime

Evening

Program OverviewApplication DeadlinesProgram Cost

Explore the various roles and responsibilities within the healthcare industry and discover potential careers that match your skills and interests. Develop the soft skills, organizational methods and self-management techniques of a successful health professional.

Deadlines To Know*

Fall 2024 Start

  • Application Opens: September 1, 2023
  • Application Deadline: August 5, 2024

Spring 2024 Start

  • Application Opens: April 1, 2023
  • Application Deadline: January 8, 2024

Summer 2024 Start

  • This program cannot be started in summer.

* Submit all checklist items by the application deadline. Apply early; deadlines are subject to change based on program demand.

Tuition Costs

The cost of your degree depends on a number of factors, including where you live, how your program is delivered, how long it takes to finish your program and the financial aid you receive. Explore current tuition and fees.

How To Apply

Questions on the application process? Visit the Admissions page or contact an Enrollment Counselor.

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Program Details

Questions? We'd love to help! Connect with our Enrollment team by filling out our online form or by email at enroll@wctc.edu.

This certificate does not qualify for financial aid. To qualify for most federal financial aid, a student must be enrolled in a technical diploma or associate degree program.

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Career Pathways

What Makes This Program Unique?

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Technical courses within the certificate lead into two healthcare pathway technical diploma programs: Phlebotomy Technician and Medical Assistant.

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In addition to credit courses, you’ll participate in bridge support work, which aids in future learning by strengthening technical reading, writing and math skills.

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Incoming students may earn credit for prior learning for specific high school health courses.

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  • Introduction to Health Careers (this program)

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