by Kelly Rogge
Individuals interested in learning about nursing and allied health fields will have that opportunity Sept. 16 and Oct. 7 at Kansas City Kansas Community College.
The KCKCC Nursing and Allied Health coordinators will be holding informational sessions for individuals interested in learning more about the fields of nursing, physical therapy and medical assisting. The sessions will be 7 to 8 p.m. Sept. 16 and Oct. 7 at the Thomas R. Burke Technical Education Center, 6565 State Ave. There is no cost to attend.
“Attendance will allow students to learn more about the individual professions and the healthcare industry as a whole,” said Tiffany Bohm, associate professor of physical therapy at KCKCC. “Additionally, we will cover the application requirements and answer questions related to the application process for each of the programs represented.”
Faculty members will provide a brief overview of the programs and will be available to answer individual questions. Students should bring a copy of their transcript from each institution they have attended to receive appropriate advising.
KCKCC’s Division of Nursing and Allied Health has five professionally accredited career programs as well as two certificate programs. The division also offers stand-alone courses in emergency medical technician and certified nursing assistant.
“At this time, most programs have at least a 30 percent projected increase in the job market over the next 10 years,” Bohm said. “And these careers offer a starting salary between $35,000 and $48,000 a year.”
To attend, make reservations to [email protected] so the appropriate number of informational packets can be available.
For more information about KCKCC, visit the college’s website atwww.kckcc.edu or call 913-334-1100.
Kelly Rogge is the public information supervisor at Kansas City Kansas Community College.