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As a leader in allied healthcare education and workforce training, M State helps healthcare workers develop the skills they need to meet the demands of today’s healthcare industry. M State, the largest community college in west central Minnesota, offers healthcare programs on the Fergus Falls, Detroit Lakes, Moorhead and Wadena campuses and online.
We are committed to educating the next generation of healthcare professionals and preparing them to provide the highest quality of care. Healthcare facilities throughout the Upper Midwest partner with M State to provide clinical training for students enrolled in the college’s outstanding healthcare programs. M State works closely with clinical instructors at these medical, dental and long-term care facilities to provide students with invaluable hands-on experience.
WHERE OUR STUDENTS ARE EMPLOYED
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STATE HEALTHCARE PROGRAMS
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This map displays the locations where M State healthcare program graduates are employed following graduation, including at medical centers, clinics and skilled nursing facilities.
SELECTIVE ADMISSION TO HEALTHCARE PROGRAMS
There are eleven M State healthcare programs with selective enrollment. Selective programs are those programs that have a competitive selection process and require additional admissions steps.
PROGRAMS WITH SELECTIVE ENROLLMENT:
Associate Degree in Nursing
Dental Assisting
Dental Hygiene
Limited Scope Radiography
Limited Scope Radiography to Radiological Technology Bridge
LPN to ADN Bridge
Medical Laboratory Technology
Practical Nursing
Radiologic Technology
Sonography-Echocardiography Technology
Surgical Technology
If you are a student who wishes to apply to a selective program, please visit the program of interest on the M State home page to learn more about the requirements for program.
SELECTIVE ENROLLMENT APPLICATIONS DEADLINES
Associate Degree Nursing
Fall semester
Spring semester
January 15 (Round 1)
March 1 (Round 2)
August 1 (Round 1)
September 1 (Round 2)
March 15 (Round 1)
LPN to ADN Bridge
Fall semester
Spring semester
May 1 (Round 2)
July 15 (Round 1)
August 15 (Round 2)
February 15 (Round 1)
Practical Nursing
Fall semester
Spring semester
April 1 (Round 2)
September 1 (Round 1)
October 1 (Round 2)
January 15 (Round 1)
Radiologic Technology
Fall semester
Limited Scope Radiography Fall semester
LSR to RT Bridge
Sonography - Echocardiography Technology
Fall semester
Dental Hygiene Fall semester
Dental Assisting Fall semester
Surgical Technology Fall semester
Medical Laboratory Technology
semester
May 15 (Round 2)
July 1
August 1
August 21
February 28
May 15
May 15
First day of fall semester
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PROGRAM START DATES APPLICATION DEADLINE(S)
Fall semester
Fall
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DENTAL ASSISTANT
CAMPUS LOCATION
Moorhead
DEGREE EARNED
AAS Degree | 63 credits Diploma | 48 credits
PROGRAM LENGTH
Fall core program start | 2-year program
AT A GLANCE
M State’s Dental Assisting program prepares students to be essential members of dental health care teams.
ACCREDITATION
Accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) and licensed by the Minnesota State Board of Dentistry
Certification Exam: Dental Assisting National Board Certification Exam
6,657 OPENINGS BETWEEN 2020-2030 IN MINNESOTA
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ROBIN PELTIER DENTAL PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Dental Program Director Robin Peltier has more than 25 years of professional experience in the dental field, including nine years as a dental assistant in Las Vegas and five years as a dental hygienist in Fargo Moorhead. She joined M State as a faculty member and manager of its Community Dental Clinic in 2012 and was named program director in 2021. She earned her AAS in Dental Hygiene from M State and her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene and Master of Science in Education Technology, both from Minnesota State University Mankato. One of Peltier’s main goals as program director is to teach in a way that ignites in her students a lifelong passion for the dental profession.
OUR FACULTY
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30 STUDENTS ADMITTED EACH YEAR
PROGRAM PLAN
Dental Assisting courses are the same with the exception of 15 additional credits for the AAS degree during the first summer term.
$41,848 AVERAGE STARTING SALARY
CREDITS)
STUDENT VOICE
SANDRINE KOUHE
(25 CREDITS-AAS, 10 CREDITS-DIPLOMA)
I grew up in Fargo with my family and chose M State in Moorhead because not only is it affordable, but they also had my program there. I really enjoyed my time there and can say that M State sent me in the right direction.
4 FACULTY MEMBERS
70 CLINICAL SITES THROUGHOUT THE REGION 100% PLACEMENT RATE OF GRADUATES IN RELATED EMPLOYMENT
SECOND SUMMER TERM (6 CREDITS)
M State sent me in the right direction.
M State’s smaller classes make it easier to talk to teachers, and it will help you reach your goals earlier. It’s easy to think that college is not necessary, but if you want a great job, a college degree will be your best option. You might not think you need it now, but I promise it’s worth it.
FIRST
Course Credits DENT1100 Biomaterials .......................................... 3 DENT1104 Dental Health Care Providers II ............. 1 DENT1106 Dental Radiology Lecture 3 DNAS1103 Clinical Assisting I 6 DNAS1106 Biodental Science ................................ 3 DNAS1210 Dental Assisting Radiology Lab I ........... 1 FIRST
Course Credits DENT1122 Dental Ethics and Jurisprudence 1 DNAS1105 Clinical Assisting II ................................. 5 DNAS1114 Dental Practice Management ............. 2 DNAS1119 Advanced Functions ............................ 5 DNAS1212 Dental Assisting Radiology Lab II .......... 1 DNAS1215 Dental Specialties 1 FIRST
Course Credits BIOL2260 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 3 DENT1102 Dental Anatomy 2 DENT1103 Introduction for Dental Health Care Providers ........................... 2 ENGL1101 College Writing ..................................... 3 ADDITIONAL COURSES FOR AAS DEGREE BIOL2202 Principles of Nutrition ............................. 3 BIOL2262 Human Anatomy and Physiology II ...... 3 BIOL2267 Medical Microbiology .......................... 3 CHEM1100 Fundamental Concepts of Chemistry 3 PSYC1200 General Psychology 3
Course Credits DNAS1144 Dental Assisting Clinical Affiliations 6
FALL TERM (17 CREDITS)
SPRING TERM (15
SUMMER TERM
5 MINNESOTA.EDU
CAMPUS LOCATION
Moorhead
DEGREE EARNED
AAS Degree | 88 credits
PROGRAM LENGTH
Fall core program start | 2-year program
AT A GLANCE
M State Dental Hygiene students are trained to provide comprehensive dental hygiene care to diverse populations.
ACCREDITATION
Accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) and licensed by the Minnesota State Board of Dentistry
Certification Exam: Central Region Dental Testing, Inc. (CRDTS); National Board Dental Hygiene Exam (NBDHE)
3,152 OPENINGS BETWEEN 2020-2030 IN MINNESOTA
DEED data providing the number for employment outlook for the State of Minnesota.
20 STUDENTS ADMITTED EACH YEAR
FULL SERVICE ON SITE DENTAL CLINICS ON THE MOORHEAD CAMPUS
8 FACULTY MEMBERS
100% PLACEMENT RATE OF GRADUATES IN RELATED EMPLOYMENT
DENTAL HYGIENE
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PROGRAM PLAN
(16 CREDITS)
FIRST SPRING TERM (16 CREDITS)
FIRST SUMMER TERM (28 CREDITS)
SECOND FALL TERM (15 CREDITS)
SECOND SPRING TERM (9 CREDITS)
SECOND SUMMER TERM (6 CREDITS)
FALL TERM
Course Credits DENT1100 Biomaterials ....................................................................................... 3 DENT1104 Dental Health Care Providers II 1 DENT1106 Dental Radiology Lecture 3 DNHY1104 Dental Anatomy Lab 1 DNHY1106 Head and Neck Anatomy ................................................................. 2 DNHY1110 Principles I .......................................................................................... 2 DNHY1112 Dental Hygiene Practice I .................................................................. 3 DNHY1113 Radiology Lab I .................................................................................. 1
FIRST
Course Credits DNHY1108 Oral Histology and Embryology 2 DNHY1114 Radiology Lab II 1 DNHY1119 Dental Hygiene Principles II................................................................ 4 DNHY1123 Dental Hygiene Practice II ................................................................. 5 DNHY1136 Dental Pharmacology ....................................................................... 2 DNHY2219 Periodontology .................................................................................. 2
Course Credits BIOL2202 Principles of Nutrition 3 BIOL2260 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 3 BIOL2262 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 3 BIOL2267 Medical Microbiology ....................................................................... 3 CHEM1100 Fundamental Concepts of Chemistry .............................................. 3 DENT1102 Dental Anatomy ................................................................................ 2 DENT1103 Introduction for Dental Health Care Providers ................................... 2 ENGL1101 College Writing .................................................................................. 3 PSYC1200 General Psychology 3 SOC1111 Introduction to Sociology 3
Course Credits DNHY1118 Oral Pathology ................................................................................... 2 DNHY2210 Dental Hygiene Principle IV ................................................................ 2 DNHY2213 Dental Hygiene Practice IV ................................................................ 6 DNHY2226 Community Dental Hygiene.............................................................. 4 DNHY2240 Clinical Affiliation I .............................................................................. 1
Course Credits DENT1122 Dental Ethics and Jurisprudence....................................................... 1 DNHY2220 Dental Hygiene Principle V ................................................................ 1 DNHY2223 Dental Hygiene Practice V ................................................................. 6 DNHY2246 Clinical Affiliation II ............................................................................. 1
Course Credits DNHY1124 Pain Control Lab 2 DNHY1130 Dental Hygiene Principles III 1 DNHY1132 Dental Hygiene Practice III................................................................. 1 7 MINNESOTA.EDU
OVER 46,900
JOB OPENINGS NATIONWIDE 2021-2031
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CAMPUS LOCATION
Online
DEGREE EARNED
AAS Degree | 64 credits
PROGRAM LENGTH
Fall core program start | 2-year program
AT A GLANCE
M State’s online HIT/Coding program enrolls students from across the nation and prepares them for careers in health information management.
ACCREDITATION
Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM) since 1979
Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to sit for the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification exam through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
95% PLACEMENT RATE OF GRADUATES IN RELATED EMPLOYMENT
FULLY ONLINE PROGRAM WITH FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING
HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/CODING
0 20 40 60 80 100 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2021 2022 National Average M State Average HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY National Exam Pass Rate Comparison 93 PERCENT 70 PERCENT 72 PERCENT 63 PERCENT 67 PERCENT 64 PERCENT 64 PERCENT 72 PERCENT 82 PERCENT 75 PERCENT 81 PERCENT 65 PERCENT 82 PERCENT 73 PERCENT 71 PERCENT 68 PERCENT
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PROGRAM PLAN
FIRST FALL TERM (16 CREDITS)
FIRST SPRING TERM (15 CREDITS)
STUDENT VOICE
ANGELA MORRIS
SECOND FALL TERM (18 CREDITS)
SECOND SPRING TERM (15 CREDITS)
I was a little worried about living in a remote town in Alaska and studying at M State, but it turned out to be a great experience.
I chose to pursue a career in health information technology because I always wanted to be a part of the medical field, but I wanted
I would recommend M State to anyone, even if they live in a remote area.
something behind the scenes. I like that I am involved with helping people, but I don’t have to be hands-on with patients.
I am so glad that I decided to attend M State and study through the online HIT program. It is a great opportunity for busy students who are unable to attend regular physical classes but would still like to earn a degree. I would recommend M State to anyone, even if they live in a remote area.
Course Credits BIOL1170 Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology ................................... 4 BUS1100 Business Computers 3 ENGL1101 College Writing .................................................................................... 3 HITM1151 Introduction to Health Information Management .............................. 3 HLTH1116 Medical Terminology 3
Course Credits CPTR1106 Microcomputer Databases 3 HITM1155 Medicolegal Aspects .......................................................................... 3 HITM1165 Information Systems in Health 3 HITM1220 Foundations of Medical Coding ......................................................... 3 HITM2230 Medical Science for Health Information Professionals ........................ 3
Course Credits HITM2218 Intermediate Procedure Coding 3 HITM2256 Management Practice in Health Information Management ............. 3 HITM2264 Revenue Cycle Management ............................................................ 3 HITM2283 Intermediate Diagnosis Coding 3 HITM2290 Health Care Data Management and Analysis ................................... 3 MATH1112 Applied Statistics 3
Course Credits HITM2253 Quality Management Studies 3 HITM2286 Advanced Medical Coding ................................................................ 3 HITM2310 Health Information Professional Practice 2 HITM2320 Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) Exam Review .......... 1 PHIL1200 Applied and Professional Ethics .......................................................... 3 3 credits in one or more of the following: COMM1120 Introduction to Public Speaking 3 COMM1130 Small Group Communication............................................................. 3 COMM1140 Interpersonal Communication ........................................................... 3 9 MINNESOTA.EDU
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
20 STUDENT CAPACITY FOR PROGRAM ENROLLMENT
15,918 OPENINGS BETWEEN 2020-2030 IN MINNESOTA
CAMPUS LOCATION
Online
DEGREE EARNED
AAS Degree | 60 credits
PROGRAM LENGTH
Fall core program start | 2-year program
AT A GLANCE
M State’s Medical Administrative Assistant degree prepares students to fill essential administrative and leadership roles as medical office specialists.
ACCREDITATION
Minnesota State Community and Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. More information can be found at www.minnesota.edu/ accreditation.
FIRST FALL TERM
Course Credits ADMM1104 Medical Language Applications I ................................................... 3 ADMM1110 Medical Documentation I ................................................................ 4 ADMM1122 Medical Office Procedures .............................................................. 4 ADMM1200 Medical Office Technology Tools 2 HLTH1110 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology 3 FIRST SPRING TERM (14 CREDITS) Course Credits ADMM1150 Medical Billing/Insurance ................................................................. 4 ADMM1152 Outpatient Coding ........................................................................... 4 ADMM2104 Medical Language Applications II 3 ADMM2500 Human Disease Applications for Administrative Health Professionals................................................... 3 SECOND FALL TERM (15 CREDITS) Course Credits ADMM1160 Medical Documentation II 3 ADMM2150 Medicare Coding and Billing Applications 3 ADMS1116 Business Communications I 3 3 CREDITS IN ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: PSYC1200 General Psychology ......................................................................... 3 PSYC2220 Abnormal Psychology ...................................................................... 3 PSYC2222 Lifespan Development ..................................................................... 3 3 CREDITS IN ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: General Education w/MnTC Goals 3 SECOND SPRING TERM (15 CREDITS) Course Credits ADMM2122 Medical Office Management ......................................................... 3 ADMM2130 Medical Office Career Insight 2 ADMM2320 Medical Office Capstone 1 3 CREDITS IN ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: COMM1120 Introduction to Public Speaking ....................................................... 3 COMM1130 Small Group Communication.......................................................... 3 COMM1140 Interpersonal Communication ......................................................... 3 6 CREDITS IN ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: General Education w/MnTC Goals 6 DEED data providing the number for employment outlook for the State of Minnesota. 10 M STATE HEALTHCARE PROGRAMS
PROGRAM PLAN
(16 CREDITS)
MEDICAL CODING AND INSURANCE
CAMPUS LOCATION
Online
DEGREE EARNED Diploma | 50 credits
PROGRAM LENGTH
Fall core program start | 2-year program
AT A GLANCE M
Coding and Insurance program trains students in medical billing processes to fill key administrative roles on health care teams.
ACCREDITATION
Minnesota State Community and Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. More information can be found at www.minnesota.edu/ accreditation.
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State’s Medical
25 STUDENT CAPACITY FOR PROGRAM ENROLLMENT PROGRAM PLAN FIRST FALL TERM (16 CREDITS) Course Credits ADMM1104 Medical Language Applications I 3 ADMM1110 Medical Documentation I ................................................................. 4 ADMM1122 Medical Office Procedures ............................................................... 4 ADMM1200 Medical Office Technology Tools 2 HLTH1110 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology .......................................... 3 FIRST SPRING TERM (15 CREDITS) Course Credits ADMM1150 Medical Billing/Insurance 4 ADMM1152 Outpatient Coding ............................................................................ 4 ADMM2104 Medical Language Applications II .................................................... 3 ADMM2320 Medical Office Capstone 1 ADMM2500 Human Disease Applications for Administrative Health Professionals 3 SECOND FALL TERM (13 CREDITS) Course Credits ADMM2130 Medical Office Career Insight ........................................................... 2 ADMM2150 Medicare Coding and Billing Applications ....................................... 3 ADMM2152 Advanced Coding 4 ADMM2154 Hospital Billing .................................................................................... 2 ADMM2256 Missing title ADMM2258 Certified Professional Coder Examination Review ............................ 1 SECOND SUMMER TERM (3 CREDITS) Course Credits General Education w/MnTC Goals ........................................................................... 3
PLACEMENT
GRADUATES
EMPLOYMENT 11 MINNESOTA.EDU
95%
RATE OF
IN RELATED
MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY | PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN
100% PLACEMENT RATE OF MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY GRADUATES IN RELATED EMPLOYMENT BASED ON A THREE-YEAR AVERAGE
100% PLACEMENT RATE OF PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN GRADUATES IN RELATED EMPLOYMENT BASED ON A THREE-YEAR AVERAGE
CAMPUS LOCATION
MLT - Fergus Falls and Moorhead
Phlebotomy - Fergus Falls
DEGREE EARNED
Medical Laboratory Technology
AAS Degree | 60 credits
Phlebotomy Technician
Certificate | 16 credits
PROGRAM LENGTH
Medical Laboratory Technology
Fall core program start | 2-year program
Phlebotomy Technician
Fall core program start | 1-semester program
AT A GLANCE
M State’s Medical Laboratory Technology program prepares students for lab technician positions, primarily in hospitals and clinics.
M State’s Phlebotomy Technician program trains phlebotomy technicians to draw blood from patients for various laboratory tests and procedures.
ACCREDITATION
Accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS)
30 MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY STUDENTS ADMITTED EACH YEAR
15 PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN STUDENTS ADMITTED EACH YEAR
4 FACULTY MEMBERS
30 CLINICAL SITES THROUGHOUT THE REGION
PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN PROGRAM PLAN
FIRST FALL TERM (16 CREDITS)
Credits BIOL2260 Human Anatomy and Physiology I ....................................................... 3 BIOL2261 Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab 1 MLT1110 Phlebotomy Skills ................................................................................... 2 MLT1112 Clinical Phlebotomy ............................................................................. 3 MLT1115 Basic Laboratory Techniques 2 MLT2350 Professional Issues in Medical Laboratory Technology ......................... 2 Goal Area 1 Communication 3 12 M STATE HEALTHCARE PROGRAMS
Course
MLT PROGRAM PLAN FIRST
FIRST SPRING TERM (17 CREDITS)
SECOND FALL TERM (12 CREDITS)
SECOND SPRING TERM (15 CREDITS)
0 20 40 60 80 100 2020 2019 2018 2017 2021 M State Average MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY Graduation Rates 100 PERCEN T 90 PERCENT 100 PERCEN T 100 PERCEN T 64 PERCENT 60 PERCENT 2022 100 PERCEN T 0 20 40 60 80 100 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 M State Average MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY Placement Rates 80 PERCENT 100 PERCENT 100 PERCENT 87.5 PERCENT 100 PERCENT 2021 100 PERCEN T 2022 100 PERCENT
TERM
CREDITS) Course Credits BIOL2260 Human Anatomy and Physiology I ..3 BIOL2261 Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab ............................1 CHEM1100 Fundamental Concepts of Chemistry 3 ENGL1101 College Writing .............................3 MLT1115 Basic Laboratory Techniques ........2 MLT1227 Biological Fluids ............................1 MLT1228 Biological Fluids Lab .....................1 MLT2316 Immunology 1 MLT2317 Immunology Lab 1
FALL
(16
Course Credits BIOL2262 Human Anatomy and Physiology II..3 BIOL2263 Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab 1 ENGL1215 Professional and Technical Writing ..3 MLT1124 Immunohematology ....................3 MLT1125 Immunohematology Lab .............1 MLT1130 Laboratory Calculations ...............2 MLT1216 Hematology 2 MLT1217 Hematology Lab 1 MLT2151 Introduction to Molecular Diagnostics ...................................1
Course Credits MLT1110 PHLEBOTOMY SKILLS 2 MLT2131 DIAGNOSTIC CHEMISTRY ...............3 MLT2132 DIAGNOSTIC CHEMISTRY LAB .........1 MLT2266 DIAGNOSTIC MICROBIOLOGY .......3 MLT2267 DIAGNOSTIC MICROBIOLOGY LAB ..1 MLT2350 PROFESSIONAL ISSUES IN MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY 2
Course Credits MLT2223 Clinical Urinalysis and Body Fluids ..2 MLT2224 Clinical Immunohematology 3 MLT2227 Clinical Chemistry and Immunology .........................3 MLT2231 Clinical Microbiology ....................3 MLT2232 Clinical Hematology and Coagulation..........................3 MLT2346 Clinical Applications 1 13 MINNESOTA.EDU
MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT
Minnesota State Community and Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. More information can be found at www.minnesota.edu/ accreditation.
LOCATION Online DEGREE EARNED Diploma | 44 credits PROGRAM LENGTH
A GLANCE M State’s Medical Office Assistant program prepares students for careers as highly trained office specialists equipped to coordinate medical office functions.
25
FIRST FALL TERM (16 CREDITS) Course Credits ADMM1104 Medical Language Applications I 3 ADMM1110 Medical Documentation I ................................................... 4 ADMM1122 Medical Office Procedures ................................................. 4 ADMM1200 Medical Office Technology Tools 2 HLTH1110 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology ............................ 3 FIRST SPRING TERM (14 CREDITS) Course Credits ADMM1150 Medical Billing/Insurance .................................................... 4 ADMM1152 Outpatient Coding .............................................................. 4 ADMM2104 Medical Language Applications II 3 ADMM2500 Human Disease Applications for Administrative Health Professionals...................................... 3 SECOND FALL TERM (14 CREDITS) Course Credits ADMM1160 Medical Documentation II 3 ADMM2130 Medical Office Career Insight ............................................. 2 ADMS1116 Business Communications I ................................................ 3 3 CREDITS IN ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: COMM1120 Introduction to Public Speaking 3 COMM1130 Small Group Communication............................................. 3 COMM1140 Interpersonal Communication 3 3 CREDITS IN ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: General Education w/MnTC Goals ............................................................. 3 15,918 OPENINGS BETWEEN 2020-2030 IN MINNESOTA *DEED data providing the number for employment outlook for the State of Minnesota. 14 M STATE HEALTHCARE PROGRAMS
CAMPUS
Fall core program start | 3-semester program AT
ACCREDITATION
STUDENT CAPACITY FOR PROGRAM ENROLLMENT PROGRAM PLAN
CAMPUS
DEGREE EARNED
| 1-year
Minnesota State Community and Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. More information can be found at www.minnesota.edu/ accreditation.
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Online
LOCATION
Diploma
PROGRAM
program
A GLANCE M State’s Medical Receptionist program prepares students
the skills to work in medical office settings.
| 34 credits
LENGTH Fall core program start
AT
with
ACCREDITATION
25 STUDENT CAPACITY FOR PROGRAM ENROLLMENT 100% PLACEMENT RATE OF GRADUATES IN RELATED EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM PLAN FIRST FALL TERM (16 CREDITS) Course Credits ADMM1104 Medical Language Applications I ...................................... 3 ADMM1110 Medical Documentation I ................................................... 4 ADMM1122 Medical Office Procedures 4 ADMM1200 Medical Office Technology Tools ........................................ 2 HLTH1110 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology ............................ 3 FIRST SPRING TERM (18 CREDITS) Course Credits ADMM1150 Medical Billing/Insurance .................................................... 4 ADMM2104 Medical Language Applications II 3 ADMM2130 Medical Office Career Insight ............................................. 2 ADMM1116 Business Communications I ................................................ 3 3 CREDITS IN ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: COMM1120 Introduction to Public Speaking .......................................... 3 COMM1130 Small Group Communication............................................. 3 COMM1140 Interpersonal Communication 3
15 MINNESOTA.EDU
MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST
CAMPUS LOCATION
Moorhead
DEGREE EARNED
Diploma | 40 credits
PROGRAM LENGTH
Fall and spring core program starts | 1-year program
AT A GLANCE
M State’s Practical Nursing program trains graduates to provide care within the scope of a practical nurse and to participate in supervised learning experiences in a variety of healthcare settings.
ACCREDITATION
The M State Associate Degree in Nursing and Practical Nursing programs are accredited systemwide by the National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). All M State nursing programs are approved by the Minnesota Board of Nursing.
12,178 OPENINGS BETWEEN 2020-2030 IN MINNESOTA
DEED data providing the number for employment outlook for the State of Minnesota.
90 STUDENTS ADMITTED EACH YEAR
30 CLINICAL SITES THROUGHOUT THE REGION
8 FACULTY MEMBERS
100% PLACEMENT RATE OF GRADUATES IN RELATED EMPLOYMENT
PRACTICAL NURSING
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PROGRAM PLAN
FIRST TERM (19 CREDITS)
STUDENT VOICE
SECOND TERM (21 CREDITS)
HEIDI PETERSON
Struggles with drug and alcohol addiction prevented me from following through on my first two attempts at college, but I went to treatment and got sober in 2012
M State helped lay the foundation for my academic journey and sparked my desire to pursue further education.
I moved to Fergus Falls and had my first son in 2014. I felt ready to advance my education. Due to my personal experiences, I knew I wanted a career focused on helping others. I enrolled in the Nursing program at M State in 2015 and graduated with my associate of science degree in nursing in 2018.
I had a wonderful experience at M State. I loved the small class sizes, affordable tuition and knowledgeable instructors. Learning was fun at M State, and it equipped me with the knowledge, skills and training to start my nursing career. I recently obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing and plan to continue my education to pursue a master’s degree in nursing. M State helped lay the foundation for my academic journey and sparked my desire to pursue further education.
0 20 40 60 80 100 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2022 2021 National Average M State Average PRACTICAL NURSING NCLEX-PN Pass Rate Comparison 79 PERCENT 83 PERCENT 89 PERCENT 82 PERCENT 98 PERCENT 82 PERCENT 92 PERCENT 84 PERCENT 98 PERCENT 93 PERCENT 95 PERCENT 96 PERCENT 84 PERCENT 86 PERCENT 86 PERCENT 83 PERCENT
Course Credits BIOL2260 Human Anatomy and Physiology I..................................................3 BIOL2261 Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab 1 PNSG1509 Foundations of Adult Nursing Care I................................................6 PNSG1512 Practical Nursing Pharmacology 2 PNSG1514 Clinical I Practical Nurse Foundations .............................................4 PSYC2222 Lifespan Development ....................................................................3
Course Credits BIOL2262 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 3 BIOL2263 Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab ..........................................1 ENGL1101 College Writing 3 PNSG1518 Foundations of Adult Nursing Care II ...............................................5 PNSG1520 Nursing Care of Women, Newborns and Children ..................................................................2 PNSG1522 Transition to Practical Nursing Practice ............................................1 PNSG1524 Practical Nursing Mental Health 2 PNSG1528 Clinical II Practical Nursing ..............................................................4 17 MINNESOTA.EDU
CAMPUS LOCATION
Fall Start | Fergus Falls, Wadena
Spring Start | Detroit Lakes, Moorhead
DEGREE EARNED
Associate Degree | 64 credits
PROGRAM LENGTH
Fall and spring core program starts | 2-year program
AT A GLANCE
M State’s Associate Degree Nursing program is designed for students with no previous nursing experience who seek to become registered nurses.
ACCREDITATION
The M State Associate Degree Nursing and Practical Nursing programs are accredited system-wide by the National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). All M State nursing programs are approved by the Minnesota Board of Nursing.
ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING
0 20 40 60 80 100 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2022 2021 REGISTERED NURSING NCLEX Pass Rate Comparison National Average M State Average 84 PERCENT 78 PERCENT 94 PERCENT 79 PERCENT 93 PERCENT 82 PERCENT 83 PERCENT 82 PERCENT 95 PERCENT 91 PERCENT 91 PERCENT 72 PERCENT 84 PERCENT 85 PERCENT 85 PERCENT 83 PERCENT
2020-2030 IN MINNESOTA
data providing the number for employment outlook for
State of Minnesota. 18 M STATE HEALTHCARE PROGRAMS
43,201 OPENINGS BETWEEN
DEED
the
100% PLACEMENT RATE OF GRADUATES IN RELATED EMPLOYMENT
PROGRAM PLAN
FIRST TERM (19 CREDITS)
30 CLINICAL SITES THROUGHOUT THE REGION
SECOND TERM (21 CREDITS)
STUDENT VOICE
ASHLEY DEVIER
104 STUDENTS ADMITTED EACH YEAR
THIRD TERM (14 CREDITS)
11 FACULTY MEMBERS
FOURTH TERM (16 CREDITS)
At M State, the instructors want to see you succeed – you know the teachers care. That makes the program so completely different than anything I’ve experienced. On my first day of classes, my instructor told us that she already looked at us as RNs, and I knew I was going to love it here.
At M State, the instructors want to see you succeed –you know the teachers care.
We get a lot of hands-on experience in our skills labs and our clinicals. I’ve seen the clinical paperwork that my friends at other colleges do, and our program is as hard or harder than theirs. I look at my classmates and think, “Wow, we’re going to be a good group of nurses.”
Something I’ve found at M State is that every student has a story. At M State, there are people from all walks of life – who have other degrees, who had their kids early, who are minorities. That’s something I value because everybody has a story, yet everyone is seen as an equal at M State.
Course Credits BIOL2260 Human Anatomy and Physiology I........ 3 BIOL2261 Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab . 1 BIOL2267 Medical Microbiology ........................... 3 BIOL2268 Medical Microbiology Lab 1 ENGL1101 College Writing 3 NURS1400 Introduction to Professional Nursing....... 2 NURS1406 Nursing Fundamentals I......................... 3 PSYC2222 Lifespan Development .......................... 3
Course Credits BIOL2262 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 3 BIOL2263 Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab 1 CHEM1100 Fundamental Concepts of Chemistry .. 3 NURS1415 Nursing Clinical I .................................... 2 NURS1416 Nursing Fundamentals II ........................ 4 NURS1426 Reproductive Health 2
Course Credits BIOL2202 Principles of Nutrition.............................. 3 NURS2426 Reproductive Disorders ......................... 2 NURS2437 Nursing Clinical II 4 NURS2438 Restorative Nursing I 4 NURS2455 Advanced Intravenous Therapy ............ 1
Course Credits NURS2447 Nursing Clinical III 4 NURS2448 Restorative Nursing II 3 NURS2464 Nursing Leadership 1 NURS2466 Mental Health Nursing ........................... 2 SOC1111 Introduction to Sociology ...................... 3 General Education with MnTC Goals ........................... 3 19 MINNESOTA.EDU
43,201 OPENINGS BETWEEN 2020-2030 IN MINNESOTA
CAMPUS LOCATION
Detroit Lakes, Fergus Falls, Moorhead, Wadena
DEGREE EARNED
AS Degree | 32 credits
PROGRAM LENGTH
Fall and spring core program starts | 1-year program
AT A GLANCE
M State’s LPN to ADN Bridge is designed for licensed practical nurses seeking to become registered nurses.
ACCREDITATION
The M State Associate Degree in Nursing and Practical Nursing programs are accredited systemwide by the National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). All M State nursing programs are approved by the Minnesota Board of Nursing.
DEED data providing the number for employment outlook for the State of Minnesota.
100% PLACEMENT RATE OF GRADUATES IN RELATED EMPLOYMENT
30 CLINICAL SITES THROUGHOUT THE REGION
60+ STUDENTS ADMITTED EACH YEAR
11 FACULTY MEMBERS
LPN TO ASSOCIATE
DEGREE NURSING BRIDGE
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0 20 40 60 80 100 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2022 2021 REGISTERED NURSING NCLEX Pass Rate Comparison National Average M State Average 84 PERCENT 78 PERCENT 94 PERCENT 79 PERCENT 93 PERCENT 82 PERCENT 83 PERCENT 82 PERCENT 95 PERCENT 91 PERCENT 91 PERCENT 72 PERCENT 84 PERCENT 85 PERCENT 85 PERCENT 83 PERCENT
FIRST TERM (2 CREDITS) Course Credits NURS2410 Role Transition ............................................................................. 2 SECOND TERM (14 CREDITS) Course Credits BIOL2202 Principles of Nutrition 3 NURS2426 Reproductive Disorders .............................................................. 2 NURS2437 Nursing Clinical II ........................................................................ 4 NURS2438 Restorative Nursing I 4 NURS2455 Advanced Intravenous Therapy ................................................. 1
TERM (16 CREDITS) Course Credits NURS2447 Nursing Clinical III ....................................................................... 4 NURS2448 Restorative Nursing II 3 NURS2464 Nursing Leadership ..................................................................... 1 NURS2466 Mental Health Nursing ................................................................ 2 SOC1111 Introduction to Sociology 3 General Education with MnTC Goals 3 21 MINNESOTA.EDU
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THIRD
LIMITED SCOPE RADIOGRAPHY
3,630 OPENINGS BETWEEN 2020-2030 IN MINNESOTA
CAMPUS LOCATION
Detroit Lakes
DEGREE EARNED AND PROGRAM LENGTH
Radiologic Technology:
AAS Degree | 79 credits
Fall core program start | 3-year program
Limited Scope Radiography
Diploma | 46 credits
Fall core program start | 4-semester program
AT A GLANCE
M State’s Radiologic Technology program prepares radiologic technologists to provide the diagnostic medical images required for diagnosing and treating patients.
M State’s Limited Scope Radiography diploma program prepares students to perform a variety of x-ray exams. Our LSR Bridge program allows LSR graduates to enroll in M State’s Radiologic Technology degree program.
ACCREDITATION
Radiologic Technology program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Certification Exam: American Registry of Radiologic TechnologyRadiography Certification Exam
LIMITED SCOPE PROGRAM PLAN
100% PLACEMENT RATE OF GRADUATES IN RELATED EMPLOYMENT
21 CLINICAL SITES THROUGHOUT THE REGION
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Rad tech: 16
LSR: 16
LSR
Rad Tech Bridge: 10 3 FACULTY MEMBERS
42 STUDENTS ADMITTED EACH YEAR
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FIRST TERM (8 CREDITS) Course Credits BIOL2260 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 3 COMM1140 Interpersonal Communication 3 RADT1102 Fundamentals Concepts of Radiologic Technology 2 SECOND TERM (15 CREDITS) Course Credits LSR1100 Introduction to Limited Scope Radiography and Patient Care 3 LSR1120 Image Production I 4 LSR1140 Radiation Protection 3 LSR1160 Radiographic Procedures I ......................... 5 THIRD TERM (16 CREDITS) Course Credits LSR1220 Image Production II 3 LSR1230 Imaging Equipment and Quality Control ............................................ 3 LSR1240 Radiobiology............................................... 2 LSR1260 Radiographic Procedures II ........................ 4 LSR1280 Radiographic Clinical I ............................... 4
SUMMER TERM (7 CREDITS) Course Credits LSR1380 Radiographic Clinical II............................... 7
FOURTH
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RAD TECH PROGRAM PLAN
FIRST TERM (12 CREDITS)
SECOND TERM (6 CREDITS)
THIRD TERM (13 CREDITS)
STUDENT VOICE
ERIN NISSEN
FIFTH TERM (10 CREDITS)
SIXTH TERM (14 CREDITS)
SEVENTH
(12 CREDITS)
I realized that what I was previously going to college for was just not a good match with the future lifestyle I desire. I work in the radiology department at the main Sanford hospital in Fargo. I did some research and found the Limited Scope Radiography program at M State and decided that it was going to be the best choice for me. I really enjoy the small class size we have. It is nice having so much hands-on time and getting to move at our own pace. It is an amazing learning opportunity.
PARTNERS SPEAK
Students are well-trained and ready for employment at the time of graduation.We have been fortunate to have had many of our new hires in clinical at our facility. We require high image quality, and that’s something that is emphasized in the M State program. I would certainly recommend hiring M State graduates as radiologic technologists. Currently in our Detroit Lakes location we have 18 employees who earned their Rad Tech degree at M State, including myself. There are numerous others hired within the West Region of Essentia Health. The opportunity to work closely with the M State program has allowed us to hire exceptional employees.
0 20 40 60 80 100 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2021 National Average M State Average RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY Pass Rate Comparison 83 PERCENT 84 PERCENT 77 PERCENT 88 PERCENT 100 PERCEN T 89 PERCENT 100 PERCEN T 100 PERCENT 100 PERCENT 89 PERCENT 89 PERCENT 82 PERCENT 2022 100 PERCENT 83 PERCENT
KAYLA OLSON BSRT(R)(CT)
DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING MANAGER ESSENTIA HEALTH ST. MARY’S
Course Credits BIOL2260 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 3 MATH1114 College Algebra 4 PHYS1105 Fundamental Concepts in Physics .......................................................... 3 RADT1102 Fundamental Concepts of Radiologic Technology 2
Course Credits BIOL2262 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 3 COMM1140 Interpersonal Communication 3
Course Credits RADT1112 Introduction to Radiologic Technology and Patient Care 4 RADT1116 Radiographic Procedures I 5 RADT1124 Radiographic Procedures II ..................................................................... 4
TERM
CREDITS) Course Credits RADT1132 Principles of Radiobiology ....................................................................... 4 RADT1140 Radiographic Imaging 4 RADT1146 Radiographic Procedures III 4
FOURTH
(12
Course Credits RADT1180 Radiographic Clinical I 5 RADT1190 Radiographic Clinical II ........................................................................... 5
Course Credits RADT2101 Radiographic Clinical III 4 RADT2110 Radiographic Clinical IV .......................................................................... 5 RADT2224 Imaging Equipment 4
Course Credits RADT2120 Radiographic Clinical V........................................................................... 5 RADT2130 Radiographic Clinical VI 5 RADT2280 Radiologic Technology Registry Review.................................................. 2
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RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
100% PLACEMENT RATE OF GRADUATES IN RELATED EMPLOYMENT
CAMPUS LOCATION
Moorhead
DEGREE EARNED AAS Degree | 60 credits
PROGRAM LENGTH
Fall core program start | 2-year program
AT A GLANCE
M State’s Surgical Technology program trains surgical technologists to fill roles on the medical teams that deliver care for patients throughout the surgical process.
ACCREDITATION
Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) in cooperation with Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA) Certification Exam: National
1,854 OPENINGS BETWEEN 2020-2030 IN MINNESOTA
9 CLINICAL SITES THROUGHOUT THE REGION
20 STUDENTS ADMITTED EACH YEAR
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY
Board
Surgical
Surgical Assisting Certified Surgical Technology Exam (ARC/STSA) 0 20 40 60 80 100 2020 2019 2018 2017 2021 2022 75 PERCENT 86 PERCENT 78 PERCENT 86 PERCENT 65 PERCENT 85 PERCENT No Data 82 PERCENT No Data No Data 75 PERCENT No Data National Average M State Average SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY Pass Rate Comparison
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PROGRAM PLAN
FIRST TERM (16 CREDITS)
MEET OUR FACULTY
SECOND TERM (17 CREDITS)
THIRD TERM (11 CREDITS)
FOURTH TERM (16 CREDITS)
ANGIE STEVENSON SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Angie Stevenson earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Minnesota State University Moorhead and has worked in the surgical industry since 1990. She holds national certifications in surgical technology and OR nursing.
PARTNERS SPEAK
We are always excited to welcome M State Surgical Technology students to our operating room. They arrive onsite for their clinical experiences well-prepared and excited to learn. The ability to shadow in the OR early in the Surgical Technology program prepares them well for what they will encounter on clinicals. The instructors in the program both continue to work in the Surgical Technology field. Their depth of experience is invaluable to students beginning their careers. We value our partnership with M State and eagerly hire their graduates each year.
FARRAH MARSH BSN, RN, CNOR DIRECTOR
SURGICAL
SANFORD
OF
SERVICES,
HEALTH
Course Credits BIOL2260 Human Anatomy and Physiology I................................................ 3 BIOL2261 Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab ......................................... 1 ENGL1101 College Writing .............................................................................. 3 HLTH1116 Medical Terminology 3 PSYC2222 Lifespan Development 3 SURT1200 Introduction to Surgical Technology .............................................. 3
Course Credits BIOL2262 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 3 BIOL2263 Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab 1 BIOL2267 Medical Microbiology ................................................................... 3 BIOL2268 Medical Microbiology Lab ............................................................ 1 PHIL1200 Applied and Professional Ethics .................................................... 3 SURT1210 Surgical Technology I .................................................................... 6
Course Credits SURT1215 Surgical Pharmacology ................................................................. 3 SURT1220 Surgical Technology II ................................................................... 5 SURT1225 Surgical Pathophysiology .............................................................. 3
Course Credits SURT1230 Surgical Technology III ................................................................... 4 SURT1250 Surgical Clinical I ........................................................................... 6 SURT1255 Surgical Clinical II .......................................................................... 6 25 MINNESOTA.EDU
SONOGRAPHY-ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGY
SONOGRAPHY-ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGY
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE (AAS) - 60 CREDITS
Fergus Falls
Echocardiography (ultrasound of the heart) is a growing field of sonography, a noninvasive imaging technology that uses sound waves to visualize internal body tissue and organs to help diagnose and monitor disease. Echocardiographers work alongside physicians and other healthcare professionals to diagnose and treat heart and vascular conditions in patients of all ages. They also collaborate with patients and families to promote patient health, safety and recovery.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all program courses to graduate from this program.
CAMPUS LOCATION
Fergus Falls
DEGREE EARNED
AAS Degree | 60 credits
PROGRAM LENGTH
Fall core program start | 2-year program
AT A GLANCE
M State offers training in emerging Sonography-Echocardiography technology that prepares students for challenging and rewarding career in diagnostic medicine.
FIRST TERM (16 CREDITS) Course Credits BIOL2260 Human Anatomy and Physiology I .............................................................3 BIOL2261 Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab 1 ECHO1100 Adult Echocardiography I 3 ECHO1105 Adult Echocardiography Lab I ....................................................................3 ECHO1120 Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation I 3 ENGL1101 College Writing ............................................................................................3 SECOND TERM (13 CREDITS) Course Credits BIOL2262 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 3 BIOL2263 Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab ......................................................1 ECHO1110 Adult Echocardiography II 3 ECHO1115 Adult Echocardiography Lab II....................................................................3 ECHO1125 Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation II ...................................................3 THIRD TERM (15 CREDITS) Course Credits COMM1140 Interpersonal Communication....................................................................3 ECHO2100 Adult Echocardiography III 3 ECHO2110 Ultrasound Physics Review 2 ECHO2200 Adult Echocardiography Clinical I ..............................................................7 FOURTH TERM (16 CREDITS) Course Credits ECHO2210 Adult Echocardiography Clinical II ............................................................ 10 PHIL1200 Applied and Professional Ethics ..................................................................3 PSYC1200 General Psychology 3
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NURSING
I knew several people who went through the nursing program in Fergus Falls, and I really appreciated the opportunity to go through an affordable two-year RN program. My favorite part of my classes is getting to work with my classmates on school projects, presentations and volunteer projects. I have the best classmates! Being the oldest in a large family, I have always wanted to take care of and make a difference in the lives of people who are hurting. Choosing to major in nursing was an obvious choice. This spring, I am planning to travel to Angola to help friends who are serving in a hospital as a doctor and nurse practitioner. The hospital is located in a large city where one in three children do not survive to age 5. The need there is tremendous!
HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/CODING
I enrolled at M State due to the list of programs available. I enjoyed being able to talk to the instructors before signing up for a program. They asked questions of me and then gave me a path to follow, which was very helpful as I was working full time, taking care of my two girls and going to be attending school full time. When I was almost finished with my first degree in Medical Administration, we combined a few classes so I could finish my second degree in HIT/Coding.
There were a lot of long nights and weekends with barely any sleep, but I was determined to complete my two degrees, and I wasn’t letting myself down. Bonnie Peterson, my HIT instructor and advisor, had faith in me that I could do this. She helped me set up two positive internships, including one at the county hospital where I now work.
The educators at M State really know what is changing in the business world. For students thinking of attending M State, I’d suggest emailing advisors to ask what it’s like in the business world for the careers that interest you, what is the placement rate and what types of degrees are needed down the road for advancement.
I’d like to thank my advisors for the support given to me. They guided me during my career change and helped me through the program with ease. I am grateful to have had such awesome advisors in my life.
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Initially I planned to pursue a degree in nursing, but after completing my CNA certification I realized that handson medical care was not the right fit for me. After doing a bit of research, I discovered M State offered a Medical Administrative Assistant program and thought that would suit me perfectly. M State gave me the initial education and understanding I needed to break into the medical administrative field. I especially enjoyed the program structure and feel that it also helped to have such knowledgeable staff! M State laid the foundation for me to pursue my bachelor’s degree in Health Services Administration.
I’m currently working as a financial counselor in a reproductive clinic, handling all aspects associated with the business office and meeting with patients to consult about their future financial responsibilities based on their treatment plans. I’ve also been employed in dermatology and ophthalmology clinics.
STUDENT VOICES
WENDY L. KIEFFER
KATIE MASTEL
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