Be Job-Ready for Today’s Dynamic Health Care Field
You’re ready to apply your interests and talents to build a solid career in nursing or in a health profession. Bellingham Technical College provides employer-preferred training across a wide range of fields. Complete one of these academic programs to be job-ready for a better future:
- Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree: A two-year associate degree that prepares you to go directly to work in your field.
- Associate of Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) degree: A two-year associate degree with transferrable general education courses that prepares you to either go directly to work in your field, transfer to a specific program at a four-year college or university, or enter a bachelor of applied science degree program at BTC.
- Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree: A two-year bachelor’s degree that can be added to an existing associate degree from an accredited college or even a previous bachelor’s degree.
- Certificate: Expand your skills in these specialized programs.
Nursing Programs
In today’s dynamic health care environment, skilled nurses are in high demand: 92 percent of nursing students at BTC are employed within nine months of graduation. Visit these pages to learn more:Nursing LPN to RN DTA/MRP
Pre-Nursing DTA/MRPNursing Assistant Certificate
Dental Assistant Programs
Choose a rewarding career as a dental hygienist or dental assistant. Start your pathway to success at BTC, a respected leader in training qualified professionals for the vital field of dentistry. Visit these pages to learn more:Dental Hygiene AAS-T
Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary (EFDA) Certificate
Radiologic and Surgical Technology Programs
Build a career that’s in the forefront of the medical field by earning your degree in either radiologic technology or surgery technology. Visit these pages to learn more:Surgery Technology AAS-T
Veterinary Technician
Everyone knows it: You love animals. Now you can turn your passion into a solid career, working with and caring for animals as a veterinary technician.
Cosmetology Degree
Your career in the salon industry starts at BTC! Our cosmetology program offers more than just a certificate for licensure; you will graduate with an Associate of Applied Science degree. Learn cutting techniques and salon-ready skills from instructors with experience in the industry and get hands-on experience in BTC's salon in downtown Bellingham.
Health Certificates
Start—or advance—your career in health care, wellness, fitness, or medical services with a certificate program at BTC, recognized for excellent professional education. Visit these pages to learn more:Emergency Medical Technician Certificate
Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary (EFDA) Certificate
Hypnotherapy Certificate
Personal Fitness Trainer Certificate
Phlebotomy Certificate
Why wait any longer? We're ready to help you to get prepared and get the right start in a successful career in nursing or in a health profession. Complete the form today to learn more!
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