HEALTH & MEDICAL SCIENCES ACADEMY
CATEC is partnered with Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) and Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC), and local businesses to develop career and educational pathways in the areas of nursing, veterinary science, and emergency medicine.
PATHWAYS
Education Pathways | Program | - | Veterinary Science | - | Emergency Medicine | - |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Year | 2-3 PVCC | 1 CATEC | 2+ BRCC | 1 CATEC | 2-3 PVCC | |
Credential | LPN | Small Animal Science & Technology Assessment | A.S. | EMT-B | EMT-P | |
Career Pathways | Health and Medical | Licensed Practical Nurse | Veterinary Assistant | Veterinary Technician | Emergency Medical Technician | Paramedic |
ACADEMY COURSE OFFERINGS
Class | Nurse Assistant I & II | Veterinary Science I & II | EMT I & II |
|---|---|---|---|
State Code | 83608362 | 8088 8089 | 83338334 |
Duration | 1 year | 1 year | 1 year |
Grades(s) | 11-12 | 10-12 | Age 16 or older by start of school |
Dual Enrollment | PVCC – 11 credits | BRCC – 12 credits | PVCC – 12 credits |
Credentials | State Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), CPR, First Aid | Small Animal Science and Technology Assessment | State Certified EMT-B, CPR |
AM or PM | AM PM | PM Only | PM Only |
PATHWAYS
Education Pathways | Program | Nurse Assistant | - | Veterinary Science | - | Emergency Medicine | - |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Year | 1 CATEC | 2-3 PVCC | 1 CATEC | 2+ BRCC | 1 CATEC | 2-3 PVCC | |
Credential | CNA | LPN | Small Animal Science & Technology Assessment | A.S. | EMT-B | EMT-P | |
Career Pathways | Health and Medical | Certified Nurse Aide Home Health Care Specialist | Licensed Practical Nurse | Veterinary Assistant | Veterinary Technician | Emergency Medical Technician | Paramedic |
ACADEMY COURSE OFFERINGS
Class | Nurse Assistant I & II | Veterinary Science I & II | EMT I & II |
|---|---|---|---|
State Code | 83608362 | 8088 8089 | 83338334 |
Duration | 1 year | 1 year | 1 year |
Grades(s) | 11-12 | 10-12 | Age 16 or older by start of school |
Dual Enrollment | PVCC – 11 credits | BRCC – 12 credits | PVCC – 12 credits |
Credentials | State Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), CPR, First Aid | Small Animal Science and Technology Assessment | State Certified EMT-B, CPR |
AM or PM | AM PM | PM Only | PM Only |