The demand for health care professionals is growing rapidly in our community and communities like ours around the country. Parkland's Health Professions career programs are designed to give you leading-edge skills in caring for the well-being of others, through hands-on training in up-to-date labs, classrooms, area clinics, and local hospitals. Parkland's instructors are professionals in their fields, required to keep current in their knowledge. With our excellent reputation and connections to the health industry, our fully accredited programs will prepare you for transfer, licensing exams, or whatever you need to move ahead in your career.
What does it take to apply for one of Parkland College's popular Health Professions programs?
Find out at a free information session. "Parkland College Health Professions Application Overview" sessions will be held in Room L141 from 5 to 5:50 p.m. on the following Tuesdays: September 7, 21; October 12, 26; November 9, 23 and December 7. Each session will review the health career associate's degree and certificate programs available as well as the application process, deadlines, and minimum requirements for entry. For more information, please contact Program Manager Rita M. Myles, R.N., M.S. at 217/353-2681.
>> Evening sessions (5-5:50 p.m.): September 7, 21; October 12, 26; November 9, 23 and December 7
All Health Professions students are required to submit a completed Health Record including immunization dates, TB testing, CPR and a physical exam upon admission to a Health Professions program. Health Records and Guidelines for Completion will be mailed to students with their notification of acceptance.