{"id":93,"date":"2011-11-28T14:24:11","date_gmt":"2011-11-28T19:24:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/admission\/?page_id=20"},"modified":"2026-01-06T21:41:16","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T21:41:16","slug":"health-careers","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/admissions\/health-careers\/","title":{"rendered":"Health Occupations Programs"},"content":{"rendered":"

The process is easy! First, apply to GCC<\/a><\/strong>. Once you have been accepted, you will be invited to complete another application to your healthcare program of choice.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Medical Assistant Certificate<\/div>
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Complete this certificate program in just eight months with mostly online classes complemented by in-person, on-campus lab sessions. Develop skills in patient care, phlebotomy and electrocardiography (EKG) and practice clinical and administrative procedures in a medical setting.<\/p>\n\n

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This program does not require a supplemental application, however specific enrollment deadlines apply.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

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<\/span>Nursing Degree<\/div>
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GCC\u2019s registered nursing associate degree program is among the most highly regarded in the state. The curriculum, which will prepare you to provide care for adults and children in varied settings, is a combination of liberal arts and clinical nursing courses that can be completed in four semesters. You\u2019ll take fundamental anatomy, physiology and nursing courses, as well as courses focused on pediatric, maternity, medical-surgical and mental health nursing. When you complete the associate degree, you will be eligible to take the registered nurse (RN) licensing exam.<\/p>\n\n

Find detailed information on deadlines and requirements for the Nursing program here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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<\/span>Paramedic Certificate<\/div>
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As a certified basic or advanced EMT, you can complete GCC\u2019s paramedic certificate to take the next step in your career. Our rigorous program covers all aspects of advanced life support care, such as advanced patient assessment, differential diagnosis, treatment plans and implementation. The paramedic certificate program starts each fall. It meets on campus two evenings per week, as well as an average of two Saturdays a month. The program can be completed in as few as 15 months and includes 600 hours of clinical and field time.<\/p>\n\n

Find detailed information on deadlines and requirements for the Paramedic certificate program here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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September 1, 2025 - August 10, 2026<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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<\/span>Practical Nursing Certificate<\/div>
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This certificate program prepares you to start your career in direct patient care as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). In as little as 10 months, you\u2019ll be ready to provide high-quality, patient-centered nursing care to adults and children. Through a combination of courses in science, liberal arts and nursing with hands-on clinical training, you will learn the essentials of general patient care, medication administration, patient treatment, assistance with diagnostic procedures and organization of patient care.<\/p>\n\n

Find detailed information on deadlines and requirements for the Practical Nursing Certificate program here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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<\/span>Surgical Technology Degree<\/div>
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This program provides a solid foundation for a career in this essential healthcare field. You'll be equipped with the skills and knowledge to become a valuable member of surgical teams with knowledge and skills in maintaining sterile conditions in surgical environments and assisting surgeons during procedures.<\/p>\n\n

Find detailed information on the Surgical Technology deadlines and requirements here<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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September 1, 2025 - June 1, 2026<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Monday, April 13 \u2022 10:00 AM<\/span>\u201311:00 AM<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n

Monday, May 4 \u2022 12:30 PM<\/span>\u20131:30 PM<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n

Tuesday, May 26 \u2022 2:00 PM<\/span>\u20133:00 PM<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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