Enrollment requirements
Individuals who have graduated from an accredited high school or satisfactorily completed a high school diploma examination.
High school students in good standing who are juniors or seniors, including home schooled students, students who are state approved gifted students, with written permission form the high school principal. Senior high school students and older will be the target audience, the student must be 18 years old to take the certification exam.
Employment outlook
Demand for the Program in Kansas: Using the most recent Kansas Department of Labor’s Long Term (10-year) Occupational Outlook, (https://klic.dol.ks.gov) identify employment trends and projections for the SOC code identified in the General Information section:
- Projected annual job openings (Kansas): 464 each year through 2022-2032
- Estimated Annual Mean $41,590; Median wages: $39,210
- Typical Educational level needed for entry: High School diploma or equivalent
Kansas Concurrent High School Student Info
In 2012, the Kansas Legislature passed HB155, establishing the Excel in CTE initiative. This program aims to increase access to high-wage, high-demand careers by funding industry-recognized credentials and allowing high school students to take part in Career Technical Education (CTE) dual enrollment opportunities. Since its launch, the initiative has led to significant growth in the number of secondary students earning industry-recognized credentials and CTE college credits. The list of approved programs and credentials is determined by the State of Kansas and may change annually. There are a number of classes that are paid for completely by this initiative, however not all classes and tests are funded. These are updated yearly by the State of Kansas. For more info, go to Kansas Board of Regents: Excel in CTE webpage.
Kansas DegreeStats
Kansas DegreeStats is interactive online tool that reviews cost and earnings data from real graduates for each undergraduate degree program offered at a public college or university in Kansas.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Meet eligibility requirements in accordance with certifying agencies.
- Apply the principles of safety when providing care in all healthcare settings.
- Demonstrate competent skills to provide holistic care for a diverse population.
- Demonstrate effective communication techniques with members of the healthcare team.