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Do you want to care for people as they experience health challenges, even save lives? Does the medical field make you excited?

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About Our Health Science Pathway

Make a difference in the lives of others through a career in health care. At Eastern Maine Community College, our Health Sciences Pathway prepares you to enter high-demand allied health fields with the knowledge, skills, and compassion needed to thrive.

Whether you’re interested in becoming a nurse, radiographer, medical assistant, surgical technician, or emergency medical technician, this pathway is your starting point. The Career Studies: Health Science Pathway is designed for students who are exploring their options or working toward admission into one of our specialized health programs.

Not sure which path is right for you? This flexible program allows you to build a strong academic foundation while discovering your passion within health sciences.

What training and programs are available?

Short-term Training

EMCC is a leader in delivering short-term training courses that provide learners with opportunities to earn digital badges. When a business approaches us with a need, we’re ready to respond.

Visit our non-credit and continuing education opportunities to find the perfect training opportunity!

Associate Degrees & Certificates

Earn a degree or certificate and enter the workforce or continue your education at a four-year college.

START HERE. GO ANYWHERE.

92% of EMCC graduates get a job or continue their education within 3 months of graduation.

LAUNCH YOUR CAREER

EMCC graduates have started their careers at top-notch employers such as:

  • Convenient MD
  • Northern Light – Eastern Maine Medical Center
  • Northern Light – Maine Coast Memorial Hospital
  • Northern Light – Mayo Hospital
  • Millinocket Regional Hospital
  • Penobscot Community Health Center
  • Penobscot Valley Hospital
  • St. Joseph Hospital

CONTINUE YOUR EDUCATION

EMCC graduates have used our transfer agreements to continue their education at:

  • Colby-Sawyer College
  • Husson University
  • St. Joseph College
  • Thomas College
  • University of Maine
  • University of Maine at Augusta
  • University of Maine at Fort Kent

EMCC is…

AFFORDABLE

At just $96 per credit hour, and EMCC education is the best investment you’ll ever make.

STUDENT-FOCUSED

EMCC cares about your success. If you need support, we offer a wide-range of services free of charge!

PERSONAL

You’re not just a number at EMCC. Our faculty and staff will get to know you, and you’ll have an abundance of opportunities to meet new people who will become lifelong friends.

HANDS-ON

You’ll learn by doing at EMCC. Our well-equipped labs and shops are the perfect places to hone the skills you’ll need for your chosen profession.

CONVENIENTLY LOCATED

Located just a minute’s drive from I-95, we’re easy to get to from almost anywhere

FLEXIBLE

EMCC offers some programs and courses online and general education courses are available at various times throughout the week.

"I am in the Medical Radiography program at EMCC. I love this career path because I am making a difference."
Brogan P.
Medical Radiography
"I love helping people and soon I will be a surgical tech at Eastern Maine Medical Center’s operating room in my hometown of Bangor, Maine. I currently work at EMMC now as a Unit Secretary/Monitor Tech and love the opportunities that I have been so fortunate to be a part of by helping patients and their loved ones. I work over nights, full-time while also going to school as I am a non-traditional student. Best decision I’ve ever made."
Katie C.
Surgical Technology
"I have worked in the medical field for the past couple of years as a Certified Medical Assistant and have wanted to continue my studies to become a nurse in either oncology or hospice. I love helping those in need. I am currently a CCMA at Waldo County General Hospital, a student, and a single parent."
Chelsea H.
Medical Assisting/Nursing
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