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If you’re passionate about a career in healthcare, BSC offers scholarships and waivers, making education more affordable so you can thrive in this in-demand field.

BSC Great Plains Promise Waiver For Fall 2024, this free-tuition waiver covers any remaining tuition after all other eligible aid has been applied, excluding student loans Learn more: bismarckstate.edu/GreatPlainsPromise

ND Career Builders Scholarships ............................................................... Up to $17,000

Qualifying Programs: Industrial Automation, Instrumentation & Control, Mechanical Maintenance, Process Technician Email: ndfinaid@ndus.edu | Call: 701-328-2906 | ndus.edu/career-builders

BSC Scholarships .................................................................................... Up to $6,000 All academic programs qualify Email: christina.burns@bismarckstate.edu | Call: 701-224-2486 | bismarckstate.edu/Scholarships

Veteran’s Dependent Tuition Waiver ..................................................... Up to $6,000 All academic programs qualify, must meet Veteran’s dependent requirement

BSC Opportunity Waiver ........................................................................ Up to $1,300 All academic programs qualify, must meet racial/ethnic diversity requirement Email: christina.burns@bismarckstate.edu | Call:701-224-2486

BSC GED Waiver ....................................................................................... Up to $500 All academic programs qualify, student must have completed GED in North Dakota

For more info about all BSC scholarships and waivers visit: bismarckstate.edu/Scholarships Funded by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment Training Administration as authorized by Section 169(c) of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Grant #CC-38935-22-60-A-38.

An equal opportunity provider.

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PARAMEDIC TECHNOLOGY

LIMITED ENROLLMENT

ON-CAMPUS • EXPERIENCED INSTRUCTORS

Employment of EMTs and paramedics is expected to grow 11% through 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations.

HANDS-ON LEARNING.

WORKFORCE READY.

Turn your passion for helping people into a lifelong career!

Be a part of a team that helps people who are experiencing medical

emergencies. EMTs, AEMTs and paramedics provide vital, life-saving prehospital medical care to the sick and injured. The Paramedic Technology program at

CAREER

Bismarck State College offers both an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree and certificate options. These options allow you to kick start your career

opportunities

as an EMT and to advance in the field.

• EMT

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMT) CERTIFICATE

• Paramedic

The EMT Certificate of Completion is designed for those wishing to become entry level patient care providers and provide basic life support with ambulance services, fire departments, law enforcement, security and a variety of other

The Paramedic Technology program at BSC is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.

settings. EMS certification is also required to advance to the higher levels of Emergency Medical Services certification such as the paramedic.

PARAMEDIC TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE This certificate option is available for students who are already Nationally Registered or State Licensed as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).

This program receives funding from the U.S. Department of Labor, veterans and eligible spouses receive priority of service over non-covered persons. (20 CFR 1010)

Current EMT certification or licensure is required prior to entry into the EMS 200-level courses. Emergency Medical Technician courses are available through Bismarck State College to meet this prerequisite.

PARAMEDIC TECHNOLOGY (AAS) This degree option is available for students pursing an Associate in Applied Science degree who are already Nationally Registered or State Licensed as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Current EMT certification or licensure is required prior to entry into the EMS 200-level courses. Emergency Medical Technician courses are available through Bismarck State College to meet this prerequisite.

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TECHNICAL SKILLS

*Earning estimates were provided by Emsi in the summer of 2022

CERT. $46K AVERAGE SALARY AAS $65K AVERAGE SALARY

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MEDICAL LAB TECHNICIAN

LIMITED ENROLLMENT ON-CAMPUS

A critical shortage of MLTs exists throughout the nation.

Based on the Lightcast report, of the number of monthly postings, nearly 60% are not filled within the region.

HANDS-ON LEARNING.

WORKFORCE READY. Develop the technical skills needed to start your career as a Medical Laboratory Technician.

With Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) degree from BSC, you’ll

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learn how to perform high complexity laboratory tests that aid

• Hospital Lab

have the satisfaction of knowing you are helping others and saving

opportunities • Clinic Lab • Forensic (Crime) Labs • Industrial Labs • Research Lab

physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. While as an MLT you’ll spend less time with patients than physicians and nurses, you’ll lives as a vital part of the health care team.

The 2.5 year MLT curriculum at BSC includes both theoretical and hands-on applications, including a 20+ week rotation through one of our clinical affiliates. Students can begin employment after graduation and transfer into a four-year Medical Laboratory Science program

• Veterinary Labs

completely online while working. BSC also educates MLT students

• Public Health Labs

through our satellite location at Miles Community College in

• Instrument Sales & Repair • Education BSC’s MLT program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science, 5600 N. River Road, Suite 720, Rosemont, IL, 60018-5119. Phone: 773-714-8880.

This program receives funding from the U.S. Department of Labor, veterans and eligible spouses receive priority of service over non-covered persons. (20 CFR 1010)

Miles City, Montana.

PRESCRIBED TECHNICAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

MLS 101 Introduction to Medical Laboratory Science MLS 105/105L Phlebotomy and Laboratory Procedures & Laboratory MLS 114/114L Urinalysis and Body Fluids & Laboratory MLS 116/116L Clinical Parasitology and Mycology & Laboratory MLS 202/202L Immunology and Molecular Diagnostics & Laboratory MLS 230/230L Clinical Chemistry & Laboratory MLS 222/220L Hematology& Laboratory MLS 221 Hemostasis MLS 242/242L Immunohematology & Laboratory MLS 250 / 250L Clinical Microbiology & Laboratory MLS 216 Clinical Experience I MLS 256 Clinical Experience II MLS 257 MLT Seminar *Program also includes required general education and program elective credits

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TECHNICAL SKILLS

*Earning estimates were provided by Lightcast in the summer of 2022

$51K STARTING SALARY

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SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY

TECHNICAL

ON-CAMPUS

Employment of surgical technologists is projected to grow. Advances in medical technology resulting in safer surgeries and more operations being performed to treat a variety of illnesses and injuries are leading to greater demand.

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opportunities • Hospitals and Clinics • Same Day Surgery Centers • Medical Insurance Companies • Labor and Delivery Units • Medical Sales Companies • Sterile Supply Services BSC’s Surgical Technology program is accredited by the Commision on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, 9355 113th St. N, Suite 7709, Seminole, FL 33775; 727-210-2350 This program receives funding from the U.S. Department of Labor, veterans and eligible spouses receive priority of service over non-covered persons. (20 CFR 1010)

HANDS-ON LEARNING.

WORKFORCE READY.

Land a high-demand career in a hospital, ambulatory surgery center or clinic with BSC’s Associate in Applied Science in Surgical Technology.

As an allied health professional, you will work to ensure patient safety in settings that involve invasive procedures. You’ll gain expertise in the theory and use of sterile and aseptic techniques, and apply knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, instruments and technology to facilitate a physician’s performance in the operating environment.

A strong science background is recommended. High school courses should include the biological sciences, especially anatomy and physiology. Successful students are able to perform under pressure in stressful and emergency situations. A strong sense of responsibility, organizational skills, manual dexterity and physical stamina are vital.

PRESCRIBED TECHNICAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS AH 105 BIOL 213 BIOL 220 BIOL 220L BIOL 221 BIOL 221L SRGT 110 SRGT 120 SRGT 125L SRGT 130 SRGT 215 SRGT 240 SRGT 250 SRGT 260 SRGT 280

Medical Terminology for Allied Health Professionals General Pathology Anatomy and Physiology I Anatomy and Physiology I Lab Anatomy and Physiology II Anatomy and Physiology II Lab Introduction to Surgical Technology Introduction to Operating Room Procedure Introduction to Operating Room Procedures and Materials Lab Introduction to Operating Room Materials Introduction to Pharmacology for Surgical Technology Specialty Surgical Procedures Surgical Procedures Lab Professional Skills for the Surgical Technologist Operating Room Clinical Internship

*Program also includes required general education classes

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TECHNICAL SKILLS

*Earning estimates were provided by Lightcast in the summer of 2022

$47.3K STARTING SALARY

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DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY

ULTRASOUND

LIMITED ENROLLMENT • ON-CAMPUS SELECT COURSES AVAILABLE ONLINE

Employment of DMS professionals is projected to grow 14% in the United States between 2020-2030, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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opportunities • Clinics • Women’s Health Centers • Education • Breast Clinics • Medical Supply Sales Companies • Hospitals

HANDS-ON LEARNING.

WORKFORCE READY.

BSC’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) Associate of Applied Science will help you develop the skills you need to enter this high-demand career.

A DMS, also known as a sonographer, utilizes a transducer, which uses sound waves to obtain images of various organs and tissues in the body. Students will learn to perform abdominal, superficial, gynecological, obstetrical and vascular ultrasounds. DMS professionals are in high demand nationwide at a wide variety of healthcare institutions, including but not limited to clinics, hospitals, women’s health centers, education, breast centers and medical supply sales companies.

PRESCRIBED TECHNICAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS DMS 101 DMS 103 DMS 105 DMS 106 DMS 107 DMS 202 DMS 204 DMS 207 DMS 208 DMS 209 DMS 212 DMS 215 DMS 220

Introduction to Diagnostic Medical Sonography Abdominal Sonography I Ultrasound Physics Clinical Ultrasound Lab I OB/GYN Sonography I Abdominal Sonography II OB/GYN Sonography II Sonography Registry Review Vascular Sonography Professional Development and Growth in Sonography Clinical Ultrasound Lab II Clinical Ultrasound Internship I Clinical Ultrasound Internship II

*Program also includes required general education and program elective credits.

This program receives funding from the U.S. Department of Labor, veterans and eligible spouses receive priority of service over non-covered persons. (20 CFR 1010)

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TECHNICAL SKILLS

*Earning estimates were provided by Emsi in the fall of 2022

$72K STARTING SALARY

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NURSING

TECHNICAL

LIMITED ENROLLMENT • ON CAMPUS

Graduates of nursing programs are in high demand throughout the United States. Employment of RNs and LPNs is projected to grow 6% from 2021 to 2031.

HANDS-ON LEARNING.

WORKFORCE READY.

Start a healthcare career with a certificate in Practical Nursing or upskill with a 2-year, Associate Degree Nurse (ADN).

Bismarck State College offers a stackable program option, allowing you to begin with a year-long Practical Nursing Certificate. Once finished, start your career or

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advance your education with the second-year Associate Degree Nurse.

• Hospitals

In this 11-month Practical Nursing Certificate, students will receive classroom

opportunities • Long-term Care Facilities

NURSING PRACTICAL NURSE (PN/LPN):

education that is delivered from instructors on campus and other colleges through the Dakota Nursing Program. You will benefit from clinical and lab

• Acute Care Centers

practice at local sites. Once you graduate, you’ll have the opportunity to

• Home Health Care Services

advance to the ADN.

• Clinics

ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE NURSE (ADN/RN):

• Outpatient Offices • Healthcare Industry • Community and Public Agency • School • Correctional Facility • Military

Upon completion of the PN Certificate, you can advance to finish the final year of this 2-year degree. With state-of-the-art facilities and world class faculty, this degree gives you the hands-on training you need to be workforce ready on Day One of your career.

BSC’s Certificate in Practical Nursing and the ADN is regulated by the North Dakota Board of Nursing, and is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850 Atlanta, Georgia 30326 Phone: (404) 975-5000 This program receives funding from the U.S. Department of Labor, veterans and eligible spouses receive priority of service over non-covered persons. (20 CFR 1010)

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TECHNICAL SKILLS

*Earning estimates were provided by Lightcast in the summer of 2022

LPN - $47K RN - $73K

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