By: Jessica Rae
jrae@kcautv.com
Several health career jobs can be obtained through a certain amount of hours worked, usually anywhere between 200-400 hundred hours of training.
One example would be a nursing assistant, who performs duties such as scheduling appointments, and taking records of patient's medical history.
Some people choose to stay in these positions for 20-30 years.
Chancellor of St. Luke's College, Mike Stiles says, "Many people will use that kind of an entry non-degree credential and program as a stepping stone to the associates degree and nursing licensure."
This may come as a surprise to some, but an EMT or Emergency Medical Technician falls into this category.
An EMT is one of many medical jobs that does not require a 4 year degree.
Stiles says most paramedic programs require 2 years of schooling, but not all of them have this requirement.
Another example is a phlebotomist, which is some one who collects blood and other samples; they are not required to earn a 4 year degree.
Local St. Luke's student Ashley Wehle earned her two year degree in radiology technology, and then chose to enroll in a 6 month program to become an MRI Technician.
Wehle says, "There's just not a lot out there (jobs), so I decided to pick something in health care where I knew that it would be easier to find a job."
Once Wehle completes her 6 month program at St. Luke's College she will be a certified MRI Technician.
For more information on classes available visit: http://www.stlukescollege.edu/
