Do you want to save lives? Is working in a medical facility something you're passionate about? The Health Science & Medical Technology sector might be the perfect fit for you. Students participate in hands-on activities preparing them for a career in the health field. This sector requires academic and technical skills, as well as the related knowledge necessary for the field.

Fun Facts

• Health Care occupations are projected to grow 18% by 2026 adding more than two-million new jobs.

• Higher skill occupations include Medical and Health Services Managers.

Health Science and Medical Technology occupations include...

• Occupational Therapist - $50 per hour*

• Athletic Trainers - $61,880 annually **

• Nurse Practitioners - $76 per hour*

• Physical Therapists - $52 per hour*

• Anesthesiologist Assistants - $69 per hour*

• Forensic Science Technicians - $41 per hour*

• Phlebotomists - $23 per hour*

• Physical Therapists Assistants - $39 per hour*

• Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians - $38 per hour*

Median hourly earnings. *Median annual wage.
California Data was collected from www.onetonline.org

Student can enroll in the following pathway:

Patient Care (FHS)
The Patient Care pathway applies to occupations or functions involved in the prevention, treatment, and management of illness and the preservation of mental and physical well-being through the services offered by the medical and allied health professions.