Health Career Academy
Begin Your Health Career Journey in High School
Mid-State’s Health Career Academy helps high school students explore careers in healthcare while earning college credit.
In this one-semester program, Adams-Friendship High School students (grades 9–12) can complete the Healthcare Foundations certificate at no cost. Students can earn college credit by taking dual credit courses at their high school or enrolling in Start College Now courses at Mid-State. They also gain early exposure to health careers and begin building skills for future study or employment.
Real Healthcare Courses
Earn the college-level Healthcare Foundations certificate while still in high school.
Learn by Doing
Gain hands-on experience by shadowing with local healthcare professionals.
Jump Start Your Future
Get a head start on your career before graduation.
Cut College Costs
Save money on tuition while you build real-world skills.
Why Start in High School?
Local demand for trained healthcare professionals continues to grow. Start preparing for a career in healthcare today.
Through college courses and hands-on experiences, you’ll learn how healthcare teams work together to care for patients. You’ll also have the opportunity to visit departments and meet professionals at Emplify Health by Gundersen Friendship.
After completing the certificate, you can continue your education in Mid-State healthcare programs— Medical Assistant, Nursing, Respiratory Therapy, Surgical Technology, and more. (Credits earned may also apply to other programs and pathways.)
- Earn six college credits while still in high school
- Complete the Healthcare Foundations [program page] certificate before graduation
- Explore different healthcare careers and work settings
- Participate in job shadows, tours, and career events
- Build a strong foundation for future healthcare programs
- Save more than $900 in tuition costs
Key Skills & Learning Outcomes
Students in the Health Career Academy build knowledge and skills that prepare them for healthcare careers.
- Understand basic medical terminology used in healthcare
- Learn how the human body works in health and disease
- Explore different healthcare career paths
- Gain exposure to real healthcare environments
- Develop professional communication and teamwork skills
- Build a foundation for continued healthcare education
Academy Courses
Health Career Academy courses combine classroom learning with hands-on practice to prepare students for real-world health careers. Explore the courses below.
| Catalog# | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 10501101 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| 31509302 | Human Body in Health & Disease | 3 |
Request More Information
Interested in joining the Health Career Academy?
Complete the form below to request more information. Our team will connect with you to answer questions and help you get started.
If you have questions about this opportunity, please contact Recruitment or call 888-575-6782.
