The Division of Health Sciences offers three degree and seven certificate programs that are all designed to prepare
students for a career in specific health care occupations. Job prospects for healthcare
professionals are at an all-time high, and Massasoit is committed to graduating students
who are expertly trained and prepared to work in a variety of settings, including,
but not limited to: hospitals, long-term care facilities, rehabilitative care facilities,
and clinics.
Programs
Associate Degree Programs
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Note: These programs may qualify for MassTransfer. Confirm below if the program at Massasoit
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Departments
Dental Assistants work in dental offices, helping to treat and examine patients. They assist by handing
the dentist the proper instruments, taking and processing x-rays, preparing materials
for making impressions and restorations, and instructing the patient in oral health
care.
Medical Assistants perform administrative and clinical tasks. The duties vary depending on office location,
size, and specialty. Administrative duties may include answering telephones, greeting
patients, scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, and completing insurance
forms. Clinical duties may include obtaining medical histories from patients, recording
vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, and assisting the physician during
examinations. Medical Assistants may also collect and prepare laboratory specimens,
sterilize instruments, and perform venipunctures and EKGs.
This two-year program prepares its graduates for a variety of rewarding careers in
the field of nursing. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate is awarded an Associate
in Science degree and is eligible to take the NCLEX-RN examination to become licensed
as a registered nurse. Those graduates wishing to continue their education and earn
a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing can enter any of a number of area four-year
colleges and universities and can usually complete this process within two additional
years.
Radiologic Technology is a dynamic health care career offering professional growth, job stability, competitive
salaries, and strong benefits. If you’re interested in medical imaging and patient
care, Massasoit Community College’s Radiologic Technology Program may be the right
path for you.
The Respiratory Care Department focuses on the development and implementation of the Respiratory Care
Associate in Science degree. The department and associated courses are primarily located
on the Brockton campus with clinical affiliates (i.e., training sites) located at
healthcare facilities throughout the surrounding area.