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Academics
Health Sciences
Do you have a passion to make an impact and help others?
Pathways at Edison State
You can help.
By learning the fundamentals of science and mathematics, you can make an impact on the lives of the sick or disabled and assist individuals in maintaining or regaining their health.
NOTE These programs prepare students to obtain state certification and credentials necessary for their chosen career field.
Why pursue a Health Sciences degree at Edison State?
- Clinical Experience Edison State partners with area providers to offer the clinical experiences that allow students to explore various areas of health sciences career pathways. Clinical experience may lead to employment opportunities after graduation.
- Multiple Application Periods The Edison State Registered Nursing program offers two distinct application periods, allowing more students to enter the program, at a time that is convenient to them.
- Focus on Health Sciences Edison State at Troy was established to meet the needs of the growing healthcare industry and is positioned to be the center of healthcare education and training in the Upper Miami Valley.
Explore Health Sciences programs.
The Health Sciences pathway offers seven specific program options.
![LPN/ADN Transition](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_medium/public/2024-07/HS_LPNADNTransition.png?itok=lU7tvOiP)
Full-Time
LPN/ADN Transition
For an LPN licensed in Ohio, who is interested in becoming a registered nurse. Upon completion, students may to take the NCLEX for licensure.
![Medical Laboratory Technician](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_medium/public/2024-05/medical_laboratory_techician.png?itok=oy82FQpe)
Full-Time
Medical Laboratory Technician
Designed for those who want to help physicians diagnose/treat patients via obtaining/testing biological samples.
![Physical Therapist Assistant](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_medium/public/2024-05/physical_therapist_assistant.png?itok=KG-k8QG5)
Full-Time
Physical Therapist Assistant
Students learn to provide services under the direction and supervision of physical therapists via rehabilitative therapies for various people and reasons.
![Registered Nursing](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_medium/public/2024-05/karasstory.png?itok=A4sQCTS5)
Full-Time
Registered Nursing
Master the skills needed to provide health care services to patients in various settings. Upon completion, students may take the NCLEX for licensure.
![RN to BSN Completion Program](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_medium/public/2024-07/HS_RNBSN.png?itok=MCesZml5)
Full-Time
RN to BSN Completion Program
Focus is on the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to practice evidence-based, client-centered nursing.
![Respiratory Care](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_medium/public/2024-07/HS_RespiratoryCare.png?itok=0klK1MkS)
Full-Time
Respiratory Care
Acquire skills to assess and treat patients in managing and controlling breathing-related problems resulting from disease, trauma or developmental issues.
![Veterinary Technician](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_medium/public/2024-07/HS_VetTech.png?itok=eWFOLUX6)
Full-Time & Part-Time
Veterinary Technician
Training in animal husbandry, dentistry, radiology and more. Technicians are required to work under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian.
Explore Health Sciences certificates.
The Health Sciences pathway also offers technical certificates that students can obtain to increase their skills and advance their careers.
Edison State offers technical certificates within career program areas. Courses outlined in each certificate can lead to an Associate degree for the program sponsoring the certificate. Students generally receive certificates for the completion of 30-37 semester hours of coursework. A certificate can be completed in twelve months.
Clinical Laboratory Assistant
Medical Assistant
Medical Coder
Paramedic
Short-Term Technical Certificates give students the skills needed to enter a new career field or to advance in their current role and can be completed in under a year.
Why Health Sciences?
Explore the career outlook.
Edison State sets you up with the skills you need to be successful as a/an:
- Medical Laboratory Technician
- Veterinary Technician
- PT Assistant
- Respiratory Therapist
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Paramedic
![Health Sciences student](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2024-08/careerpathways_healthsceinces_rachelt.png?itok=kH4L6fCX)
“The phlebotomy program allowed me to launch my medical career. After graduating from Edison State, I obtained a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I now have a job that I love as a pediatric ICU nurse at Dayton Children's!”
Ready to get started?
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