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23 campuSeS. more than 110,000 StudentS.

With 23 campuses throughout Indiana, Ivy Tech

Community College allows students to take classes

close to home or work. We also offer classes in more than

75 communities, bringing us closer to an even greater

number of cities and towns.

Central Service Technician

Dental Assisting

Health Information Technology

Medical Assisting

Medical Laboratory Technology

Nursing

Ophthalmic Technology

Paramedic Science

Physical Therapy Assisting

Practical Nursing

Radiation Therapy

Radiologic Technology

Respiratory Care

Surgical Technology

Therapeutic Massage

ivy tech community college of indiana

8 SchoolS. 150+ programS. unlimited opportunitieS.

School of Applied Science and Engineering Technology

School of Business

School of Education

School of Fine Arts and Design

School of Health Sciences

School of Liberal Arts and Sciences

School of Public and Social Services

School of Technology

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INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE

Whether you’re looking for a better job, a promotion, or just an increase in salary, a degree from Ivy Tech

Community College of Indiana can help you get what you want. We offer the most affordable tuition in the state,

credits that transfer, campuses close to home, flexible schedules, and online classes, making Ivy Tech the perfect

choice for career-minded students. All of our programs are developed with input from employers in today’s

fastest-growing fields, giving you a relevant, career-focused education. Our goal is to help you make the most of

your time—and your future.

A career in Health Sciences gives you the chance to change your life—and to change the lives of others. With an

associate degree or technical certificate from Ivy Tech Community College, you can get the skills you need to

continue your education at a four-year institution or enter the job market to start a good-paying job right out of

college. Either way, you’ll be prepared for life as a health care professional, where you can help people stay well

and recover from illness or injury while working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Today’s health care

workplace offers tremendous opportunities. Get started by contacting Ivy Tech Community College to learn more

about programs offered in your area.

something else is waiting for you at ivy tech community college.

Get ready for a new experience. As a community college, Ivy Tech offers more for

students than ever before. Many campuses offer extracurricular activities as well as

social and academic clubs. Most importantly, you’ll get to spend time with people like

you who share common interests and goals. Whether you’re grabbing a coffee on

campus or finding a place in student government, there’s always something for you.

To learn more about employment and salary information for the careers described in this brochure, visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics website at www.bls.gov and the Indiana Department of Workforce Development website at www.in.gov/dwd.

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Central Service Technicians are a key part of the health care team, working with

supplies and equipment needed in surgery and other patient care areas. The

responsibilities of central service professionals include preventing infections by

cleaning, decontaminating, assembling, sterilizing, and packaging all instruments

used during surgery. Ivy Tech’s Central Service Technician program combines

distance education, classroom study, and hands-on training, giving you the skills

you need to succeed once you begin your career.

CaREERS IN ThIS FIEld

Central Service Technician

Degree: TechnIcaL cerTIfIcaTe

Data management has become a vital function for all health care providers, as they

strive to keep patient records up-to-date, secure, and accurate. Ivy Tech’s Health

Information Technology program was designed with these needs in mind, and with

input from employers who understand the demand for trained professionals

committed to the timely, accurate, and secure collection of health information. As

a Health Information Technology student, you’ll learn medical records management,

privacy, risk management, medical coding, insurance reimbursement, corporate

compliance, data analysis, and reporting—all the skills you’ll need to succeed in

this dynamic field. Dental assisting

From helping children understand the importance of preventative care to helping

patients overcome anxiety, dental assistants have a tremendous impact on the

health and well-being of dental patients. Ivy Tech’s Dental Assisting program

provides you with the knowledge and experience to succeed in this important

profession. You’ll learn how to prepare a patient for an exam, pass instruments to

the doctor, prepare dental materials, expose and develop X-rays, teach preventative

dental care, sterilize instruments, and perform receptionist duties.


Dental Assistant



Health Services Manager

Medical Records

Health Information Technician

Degree: aSSocIaTe of ScIence

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Our Medical Assisting program trains you for entry-level positions in a variety of

professional patient care management settings, including administrative and clinical

work, insurance, and transcription. Students also learn how to manage facilities and

personnel and respond to emergencies.

aDministrativeThe administrative concentration covers a wide range of administrative duties within the medical

assisting field.

clinicalThe clinical concentration focuses on work in a patient care setting.

electrocarDiography (eKg)This concentration prepares students to administer diagnostic EKG testing, which checks for

problems with the electrical activity of the heart. In this field, you’ll be part of a team that helps

patients who may be at risk of a heart attack or other life-threatening conditions.

generalistThe generalist concentration covers a wide range of generalized skills within the medical

assisting field.

insuranceCorrectly coding and billing insurance demands specialized training.

To prepare you for a career in this field, Ivy Tech’s Insurance

concentration gives you a foundation in basic insurance claims and

coding and progresses to advanced topics like hospital billing, coding

and claims. You’ll learn how to code patient diagnoses, procedures and

supplies, complete claim forms, and understand commercial insurance

and government-sponsored programs. Graduates can seek employment

in a physician’s office, outpatient clinic, hospital, billing service company

or commercial insurance provider.

meDical assistantIn this concentration, courses in insurance, medical office systems, lab

techniques, and clinical and administrative skills prepare you for a

career as a Medical Assistant.

pharmacy technicianIvy Tech’s pharmacy technician concentration equips students to assist

pharmacies, medical centers and other medical facilities in the

preparation of pharmaceutical drugs.

phlebotomyThe phlebotomy concentration prepares students to be specialists

in obtaining blood samples at hospitals, laboratories and other

medical facilities.

therapeutic massageStudents in the Therapeutic Massage concentration study the skeletal,

cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, and muscular systems along with

different styles, techniques, and viewpoints of massage. You’ll also learn

the physiological effects of circulatory massage and the proper care and

use of equipment and supplies. Successful completion of your studies

will prepare you for certification through the Committee on Massage

Therapy Accreditation (COMTA) or the National Certification Board

for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB).

transcriptionThis concentration prepares you to work in medical transcription, with

a focus on word processing software and medical dictation. Students

will learn proofreading techniques and improve speed and accuracy in

the production of medical documents, including office examination

reports, consultation letters, and discharge summaries.

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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

EKG Technician

Insurance Specialist

Massage Therapist

Medical Transcriptionist

Pharmacy Technician

Phlebotomist

DegreeS: aSSocIaTe of appLIeD ScIence, TechnIcaL cerTIfIcaTe

meDical assisting

practical nursing

“At Ivy Tech I’m surrounded by people who care about me and where I’m headed.”

— Lara Ritz, Ivy Tech Community College student

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Clinical Laboratory Technician

Medical Laboratory Technician

Degree: aSSocIaTe of appLIeD ScIence

parameDic science

Does the idea of being an emergency first-responder make your heart beat a little

faster? Are you an emergency medical technician who wants to get to the next level

of emergency care and improve your employability? Then our Paramedic Science

program may be for you. Through clinical and practical instruction as well as a field

internship, you’ll be prepared to work in emergency medicine in the pre-hospital

setting. Upon completion, you’ll qualify for state certification as an emergency

medical technician or paramedic. Already a certified paramedic? Take just seven

general education courses, and you’ll earn an associate degree that transfers to a

four-year degree program.


Physical Therapist Assistant



Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Paramedic

DegreeS: aSSocIaTe of appLIeD ScIence, aSSocIaTe of ScIence

As research continues to change the face of modern medicine, increasingly

sophisticated tests allow for more accurate and rapid diagnoses. Medical Laboratory

Technology (MLT) has become a technologically complex field requiring specific

knowledge and skills. The MLT program at Ivy Tech Community College will train

you to be proficient in the duties required in a clinical laboratory and prepare you

theoretically and technically for the procedures you will be performing.

Ivy Tech’s Physical Therapist Assistant concentration prepares you to work with

patients under the supervision of a physical therapist. You will learn to administer

therapeutic and psychosocial support for individuals with musculoskeletal,

neurological, cardiopulmonary, vascular, or other physiological dysfunctions.

meDical laboratory technology physical therapist assistant

Ivy Tech’s Radiation Therapy program gives you the opportunity to enjoy a career

with significant patient interaction in a professional health care setting. Students

learn both in the classroom and through clinical practice at our partnering medical

centers and oncology clinics throughout Indiana.

respiratory care

Students in this program learn to work side by side with physicians, nurses and

other health care providers in caring for patients with breathing disorders.

Respiratory therapists assess, evaluate, and treat a wide range of patients,

including those who have chronic lung problems such as asthma or emphysema.

Therapists also work with the health care team to manage life support. Other

responsibilities include interviewing patients, making recommendations to

physicians to change therapy based on assessments, and providing patient and

family education about lung disease.

raDiologic technology

Radiologic technologists are part of the health care team that works with physicians

to diagnose patients for disease, fractures, or other irregularities. Professionals in this

field are skilled in the art and science of radiography and can apply scientific

knowledge, use problem-solving techniques, and operate high-tech equipment while

providing quality patient care. Technologists work in a variety of health care settings,

including hospitals, clinics, and physicians’ offices.


Radiologic Technologist


The Associate of Science in Nursing program is designed to accommodate those

who are entering a nursing program for the first time, as well as licensed practical

nurses or certified paramedics. As a graduate of the ASN program, you will be

eligible to take the state licensure exam to become a licensed registered nurse

(RN). You may seek immediate employment as a nurse or transfer your credits

to a four-year institution.


Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Licensed Practical Or Vocational Nurse (LPVN)


Ivy Tech’s Practical Nursing program leads to a Technical Certificate and can be

completed in approximately one year. This accredited program prepares you to care

for patients in a variety of health care settings, such as hospitals, convalescent centers,

clinics, home care, and physicians’ offices. Graduates are eligible to take the state

licensure exam to become a licensed practical nurse (LPN).

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Registered Nurse (RN)


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The Therapeutic Massage program addresses both theory and hands-on techniques.

You’ll learn assessment procedures, relaxation massage, therapeutic massage, deep

tissue massage, sports massage, hydrotherapies, and applications for special

populations including pregnant women, children, geriatrics, and the disabled.

The program presents an introduction to acupressure and an overview of energy

systems. Psychological and emotional issues, legal and ethical aspects, and

business development also are addressed. The program is designed to prepare

you for entry into the massage profession, with an emphasis on working within

the wellness community.

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Career Examples

Central Service Technician • Central Service Technician

Dental Assisting • • • • Dental Assistant

Health Information Technology • • Health Services Manager

Medical Assisting • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Medical Assistant

Administrative • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Medical Assistant

Clinical • • • • • • Medical Assistant

Electrocardiography (EKG) • • • • • EKG Technician

Generalist • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Medical Assistant

Insurance • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Insurance Processor

Medical Assistant • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Medical Assistant

Pharmacy Technician • • • • • • • • Pharmacy Technician

Phlebotomy •  • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Phlebotomist

Therapeutic Massage • Massage Therapist

Transcription • • • • • • • • • • Transcriptionist

Medical Laboratory Technology • • • Medical Laboratory Technician

Paramedic Science • • • • • • • • • • EMT, Paramedic

Physical Therapist Assisting • • Physical Therapist Assistant

Practical Nursing • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • LPN, LPVN

Radiation Therapy • Radiation Therapist

Radiologic Technology • • • • Radiologic Technologist

Registered Nursing (RN) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • RN

Respiratory Care • •  • • • • • • Respiratory Therapist

Surgical Technology • • • • • • • • Surgical Technologist

Therapeutic Massage • Massage Therapist

Information is valid as of this document’s publication date. Please visit www.ivytech.edu for the most up-to-date information.

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Massage Therapist

DegreeS: aSSocIaTe of appLIeD ScIence, TechnIcaL cerTIfIcaTe

This challenging, fast-paced field provides you with the chance to work on the

cutting edge of health care. From total hip or knee replacements to open heart

surgery, Surgical Technologists are involved in life-changing, life-saving work.

Students in this program learn about surgical instruments and sterilization

procedures, and how to work with surgeons and nurses. By learning in a hands-on

environment, you’ll obtain the knowledge and clinical skill you need to succeed.


Surgical Technologist

DegreeS: aSSocIaTe of appLIeD ScIence, aSSocIaTe of ScIence

therapeutic massage

types of Degrees offereD at ivy tech community collegeAt Ivy Tech, you can earn a variety of two-year degrees as well as one-year technical certificates. Before you enroll, check with your local campus to see what types of degrees or certificate programs are available in your area of study. An admissions counselor can help you choose an option that matches your career aspirations.

The associate of applieD science (aas) Degree prepares students for a career.

The associate of arts (aa) Degree prepares students to transfer to a four-year college or university. The curriculum is almost entirely made up of general education and liberal arts courses.

The associate of fine arts (afa) Degree prepares students for transfer to a related program at a four-year school or a career in the fine arts.

Two kinds of associate of science (as) Degree programs are available: programs for technical/professional fields and for liberal arts. AS programs in technical and professional areas prepare students to start their career or to transfer to four-year institutions. AS liberal arts programs prepare students for transfer to four-year colleges or universities.

The certificate can be completed in fewer credit hours than other types of academic programs. Certificate programs prepare students to sit for a certification exam in a short amount of time, and are offered in fields most likely to lead to employment or promotion.

The technical certificate (tc) is a one-year program that provides education in conceptual and technical skills for specific occupations.

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Degree/certificate programs

Ivy Tech Community College offers more than 150 programs and concentrations statewide, including in the traditional classroom setting and online. The chart below includes all of our School of Health Sciences programs in bold text, along with the concentrations offered through these programs, where applicable. We also have included examples of the careers you might pursue through each area of study. Use this chart to explore the options available to you at our 23 campuses statewide.

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