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We offer the following Career Technical Education Programs at MCDC:

Brick Masonry
Business Clerical
Construction Equipment Mechanics
Culinary Arts
Facilities Maintenance
Health Occupations
Heavy Equipment Operator
Pharmacy Technician
Plumbing

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Health Occupations (All photos provided by courtesy of Job Corps center operators under contract to the US Department of Labor)

Two Health Occupations students tend to a patient (All photos provided by courtesy of Job Corps center operators under contract to the US Department of Labor.)What is it?
The Health Occupations skill is structured to prepare you for profitable work as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Because of the advancement of the medical care field, there are many positions available for students entering the job market from this skill.

What will I learn?
You will learn basic employability skills to enable you to obtain and retain employment. You will be able to explain the various levels of health care and understand basic human needs. You will learn the basic principles of infection control, OSHA standards and isolation procedures, and how to apply dressings, monitor vital signs of patient and care for patients in either a medical or home setting. When you complete the skill of Health Occupations, you will take the State Examination and upon passing this test you will be licensed as a Certified Nursing Assistant.

What kind of job will I be able to get?
Job titles include Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and home health assistant.

How much will I earn?
Wages for Health Occupations assistants range from $6 to $15 per hour.

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