The Health Related Technology program
is designed to integrate theoretical knowledge along with the application
of skill proficiency in the areas of Medical Laboratory, Physical
Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Radiology and Respiratory
Therapy. To gain a greater knowledge of why certain applications
are performed, you study both principles and procedures.
During your educational experience at the BCTC, you will have
the opportunity to experience firsthand, real-life health care
situations within a variety of health care settings.
What
you will need
Mechanical aptitude
Ability to work independently
Ability to work as a team
Communication skills
Problem solving/
troubleshooting
skills
Ability to work under pressure
Artistic ability/creativity
Analytical skills
Patience and endurance
Credentials
you can earn
Certification
in
Dental Radiology
Berks Technical
Institute
3.9 credits (maximum)
Central Pennsylvania
College
6 credits (maximum)
Lehigh Valley College
15 credits (maximum)
Reading Area
Community College
3 credits (maximum)
Schuylkill Institute of
Business and Technology
3.9 credits (maximum)
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| What
you will learn
Introduction to health care
Apply principles of
infection
control
Safety and emergency
procedures
Ethical/legal responsibilities
Nutrition
Normal body functions and
common disorders
Patient care and procedures
Human growth and
development
Rehabilitation
Office procedures
Medical laboratory
procedures
Surgical procedures
Pharmacology
Employment skills
details
Career
possibilities
Medical & Clinical Laboratory
Technician
Occupational Therapist Aide
Physical Therapist Aide
Pre-Professional -
Holistic Therapist
Massage Therapist
Radiology Technician
Respiratory Therapy Technician
Career possibilities with additional education
Certified Massage Therapist
Medical
Laboratory
Technician
Occupational Therapist
Physical Therapist
Radiology Technician
Respiratory Therapist
Earning potential
Occupational Therapist
$28,000-33,000/year
Physical Therapist
$31,000-40,000/year
Respiratory Therapist
$22,500-32,000/year
Histologic Technician
$21,800/year (average)
Medical Laboratory Technician
$24,500/year (average)
Radiologic Technologist/Nuclear
Medical Technologist
$20,500-28,000/year |