Pathway

Health Sciences

These programs are designed for those looking to make a difference in the lives of others. Explore your options, upgrade your skills and elevate your career in two years or less.

The Colorado Health Careers Collaborative was created to provide seamless pathways from school to employment for ages 16-24 in healthcare fields for Coloradans.
young Hispanic nurse wearing a white shirt and a stethscope
This competency-based program will increase your employment options and earning potential. Designed with the working technologist in mind, we’re offering an online didactic course and flexible internship opportunities.
man wearing purple scrubs prepares a patient for a CT

Computed Tomography

Direct to Work
Registered dental hygienists can now continue your education at CCD! Learn more.
a child with googles on gets his teeth cleaned at the dentist

Dental Hygiene

Direct to Work
Offered 100% Online
Become a Registered Dental Hygienist. Located at the Lowry location, CCD offers one of the most respected dental hygiene programs in Colorado.
dental hygenists in protective gear with a patient

Dental Hygienist

Direct to Work
Offered in the Classroom
An Associate of Science degree in Health & Exercise Science prepares students to use their knowledge to educate individuals, clients, and their communities on fitness, healthy behaviors, wellness, and appropriate food choices.
People running on treadmills

Health and Exercise Science

Transfer to Metropolitan State University of Denver
Offered in the Classroom & 50% Online

Personal Trainer

Direct to Work, Stackable
Offered in the Classroom & 75% Online
CCD provides outstanding preparation for becoming a registered nurse. This program was designed with the student in mind, as a streamlined pathway for community college students to earn a bachelor’s degree in nursing.
female in blue scrubs in front of anatomy posters

Integrated Nursing Pathway

Transfer to University of Colorado Denver - College of Nursing
Offered in the Classroom
Are you a registered technologist certified through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), American Registry of Medical Sonography (ARDMS), or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)? If so, further your career with a certificate in magnetic resonance imaging (MR).

up close image of someone working an MRI machine

Magnetic Resonance Imaging

For Registered Radiologic Technologists, Direct to Work
Offered Online
Are you a registered Radiologic Technologist who loves the patient care aspect of the profession? Increase your skills and earning potential by adding an additional credential after your name and make yourself more valuable to employers.
two women working with a mammography machine

Mammography

For Registered Radiologic Technologists, Direct to Work
Offered in the Classroom
Become a medical assistant in only 12 months and join one of the nation’s fastest-growing career fields. You will be trained to perform administrative and clinical duties, becoming a key player in the healthcare team.
female in blue scrubs speaking with a male patient

Medical Assisting

Direct to Work
Offered in the Classroom & 27% Online

Medical Assisting Certificate

Direct to Work, Stackable
Offered in the Classroom & 27% Online
In as little as seven weeks, you can obtain the necessary training to become a certified nurse aide (CNA) in the state of Colorado. Learn more!
students in scrubs practicing taking a patient's blood pressure

Nurse Aide

Direct to Work
Offered in the Classroom
Nutrition is a fascinating and dynamic science with a powerful role to play in promoting and sustaining health and wellness. Explore various approaches to health and wellness through the study of concepts, values and applications in this exciting field.
nutritious food, including organges, broccoli, bananas and more

Nutrition

Transfer to Metropolitan State University of Denver
Offered in the Classroom & 100% Online

Food, Nutrition and Wellness

Direct to Work, Stackable
Offered in the Classroom & 100% Online
Completion of the personal trainer program will prepare participants for a career in health, wellness, and fitness. Students will use the knowledge gained in the program to educate a variety of diverse individuals and their communities on fitness and healthy behaviors.
gym equipment

Personal Trainer

Direct to Work, Stackable
Offered in the Classroom & 75% Online
The phlebotomy certificate provides hands-on training to develop the entry-level skills necessary to be employed as a phlebotomist. This one-semester program includes a lecture-lab environment with state-of-the-art simulation software and an internship in a clinical placement site.
nurse drawing blood from a patient's arm

Phlebotomy

Direct to Work, Stackable
Learn to care for the physical needs of patients while promoting their health, healing and wellness. You'll also develop leadership skills that will prepare you to excel in your career.
female CCD Practical Nursing student in scrubs

Practical Nursing

Direct to Work
Public health promotes and protects the health of people and the communities where they live, learn, work and play. Public health offers career paths in government, non-profit organizations, healthcare, education, at local community clinics, or can even provide job opportunities outside of the United States.
Pill bottle, book and stethoscope on a table.

Public Health

Transfer to the University of Colorado Denver
Offered in the Classroom & 50% Online

Public Health

Transfer to MSU Denver
Learn to perform diagnostic x-ray procedures and become a part of a dynamic healthcare profession. The program is completed in five consecutive semesters of coursework, including classroom, laboratory, and clinical internship experience and prepares you to take the national registry exam for radiologic technologists.
female radiologist with xray machine

Radiologic Technology

Join the healthcare industry with skills in sterilized equipment, medical instrumentation, and sterile supplies as a certified sterile processing technician.
surgical instruments

Sterile Processing

Direct to Work, Stackable
Offered 100% in the Classroom
Are you interested in becoming a valued, integral member of the surgical team? Surgical technologists prepare the instruments and set up the trays that will be utilized by the surgical team and provide quality patient care.
person in protective gear hands medical instrument to surgeon

Surgical Technology

Direct to Work
Veterinary technicians play a major role in veterinary practices, including performing medical and surgical nursing procedures, laboratory testing, anesthesia induction, recovery maintenance, monitoring, and other clinical procedures.
students in the vet tech look at a model of teeth of a canine

Veterinary Technology (2 Year)

Partnerships with 75 Veterinary Hospitals & Facilities, Direct to Work
Offered in the Classroom & 27% Online

Veterinary Technology (3 Year)

Partnerships with 75 Veterinary Hospitals & Facilities, Direct to Work

Veterinary Technology (Apprenticeship Track)

Partnerships with 75 Veterinary Hospitals & Facilities, Direct to Work
Become skilled in veterinary health and at handling a variety of domestic and exotic species, with the focus on tasks to assist the vet techs and veterinarians. Complete this certificate and start working while you complete the veterinary technology program.
two vet techs in scrubs with a dog

Veterinary Technology Assistant

Direct to Work, Stackable
Offered in the Classroom & 19% Online