Pathway #1
Practical Nursing
Pathway Courses
Foundations of Health Science, Medical Terminology, Human Body Structures & Functions, Patient Care Technician, Therapeutic Services
Practicum
.
120+ clinical hours at Children’s of Alabama and UAB Hospital
Workforce Entry
LPN ($48,000*)
Post-Secondary
BSN, NP ($120,000+*),
CRNA ($195,000+*)
Pathway #2
Diagnostic Services
Pathway Courses
Foundations of Health Science, Diagnostic Services, Medical Imaging Fundamentals, Radiologic Technology Basics
Practicum
.
120+ hours in imaging departments (X-ray, ultrasound, MRI, CT)
Workforce Entry
Radiologic Tech ($50,000-$65,000*),
Sonographer ($65,000-$75,000*)
Post-Secondary
Cardiac/Vascular Sonographer ($70,000-$80,000*),
MRI/CT Tech ($60,000-$75,000*)
Pathway #3
Health Informatics
Pathway Courses
Health Information Technology, Medical Billing & Coding, Electronic Health Records
Three tracks: Medical Coding, Pharmacy Technician, Clinical Medical Assistant
Practicum
.
120+ hours in HIM departments, pharmacies, or medical offices
Workforce Entry
Pharmacy Tech ($32,000-$42,000*),
Medical Assistant ($28,000-$38,000*),
RHIT ($40,000-$50,000*)
Post-Secondary
Health Information Administrator ($60,000-$75,000*),
Pharmacist ($125,000-$140,000*),
Healthcare CIO ($100,000-$150,000+*)
★ All pathways include Lawson State Community College (HBCU) dual enrollment
Students earn 25-40 college credits at no cost during high school
*Average salary
Pathway #4
Dental Services
Pathway Courses
Foundations of Health Science, Dental Science, Dental Assisting, Dental Radiology, Dental Office Management
Practicum
.
120+ hours in dental offices (general, orthodontic, oral surgery)
Workforce Entry
Certified Dental Assistant ($32,000-$42,000*)
Post-Secondary
Dental Hygienist ($70,000-$80,000*),
Dentist ($150,000-$200,000+*)
★ All pathways include Lawson State Community College (HBCU) dual enrollment
Students earn 25-40 college credits at no cost during high school
*Average salary