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Health Sciences Division

The Division of Health Sciences offers three degree and seven certificate programs that are all designed to prepare students for a career in specific health care occupations. Job prospects for healthcare professionals are at an all-time high, and Massasoit is committed to graduating students who are expertly trained and prepared to work in a variety of settings, including, but not limited to: hospitals, long-term care facilities, rehabilitative care facilities, and clinics.

Contact

nursing.alliedhealth@massasoit.mass.edu 

Dean

Catherine Powers Ozyurt, Ed. D.
cpowersoz@massasoit.mass.edu
508-588-9100 x1750

Associate Dean

Susan Clover, MSN, RN
sclover@massasoit.edu
508-588-9100 x1789

Programs

Allied Health

Dental Assistant Certificate Program* Certificate (For Credit)
Liberal Arts Studies – Health Sciences Associate Degree
Medical Assistant Certificate* Certificate (For Credit)
Radiologic Technology Program Associate Degree
Respiratory Care Program Associate Degree

Nursing Education

LPN to Associate Degree Advanced Placement Nurse Education – Full Time Associate Degree
LPN to Associate Degree Advanced Placement Nurse Education – Part Time Associate Degree
Nurse Education – Full Time * Associate Degree
Nurse Education – Part Time * Associate Degree

^ Not Financial Aid Eligible

Note: These programs may qualify for MassTransfer. Confirm below if the program at Massasoit and a participating state university qualifies.

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Departments

Dental Assistants work in dental offices, helping to treat and examine patients. They assist by handing the dentist the proper instruments, taking and processing x-rays, preparing materials for making impressions and restorations, and instructing the patient in oral health care.

Department Chair

Medical Assistants perform administrative and clinical tasks. The duties vary depending on office location, size, and specialty. Administrative duties may include answering telephones, greeting patients, scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, and completing insurance forms. Clinical duties may include obtaining medical histories from patients, recording vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, and assisting the physician during examinations. Medical Assistants may also collect and prepare laboratory specimens, sterilize instruments, and perform venipunctures and EKGs.

Department Chair

Eve Jankey, M.Ed., CMA (AAMA)
ejankey@massasoit.mass.edu
508-588-9100 x2601

This two-year program prepares its graduates for a variety of rewarding careers in the field of nursing. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate is awarded an Associate in Science degree and is eligible to take the NCLEX-RN examination to become licensed as a registered nurse. Those graduates wishing to continue their education and earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing can enter any of a number of area four-year colleges and universities and can usually complete this process within two additional years.

Department Chair

Janice Hagman
jhagman1@massasoit.mass.edu
508-588-9100 x1771

Radiologic Technology is a dynamic health care career offering professional growth, job stability, competitive salaries, and strong benefits. If you’re interested in medical imaging and patient care, Massasoit Community College’s Radiologic Technology Program may be the right path for you.

Department Chair

Anthony Kapadoukakis, Ph.D.. R.T.(R)
akapadouk@massasoit.mass.edu
508-588-9100 x1784

The Respiratory Care Department focuses on the development and implementation of the Respiratory Care Associate in Science degree. The department and associated courses are primarily located on the Brockton campus with clinical affiliates (i.e., training sites) located at healthcare facilities throughout the surrounding area.

Department Chair

Kevin Doten, BS, RRT
kdoten@massasoit.mass.edu
508-588-9100 x1779