Allied Health: CNA, CMA, EMT
Allied Health
CNA, CMA, EMT, & HHA Programs
Now is the time to take your first step toward a career in health science! Nearly 60% of the current health workforce is comprised of allied health professionals, who are neither physicians nor nurses but hold expertise in select types of diagnostics, medical technology, therapy and patient care.
With choices offered in HCC’s Allied health courses, you can begin a career in the medical field with as little as 15 hours of certification!
Allied Health at HCC includes:
- Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), SAPP | Degree Map
- Certified Medication Aide (CMA), SAPP | Degree Map
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT): Basic, SAPP | Degree Map
- Home Health Aide (HHA)
At the completion of each course, a State certification test is offered.
Helpful Resources:
- Accelerating Opportunity Kansas (AO-K) - CNA is an AO-K approved program. The AO-K program provides an opportunity for adults to gain new skills for high-demand, high-wage jobs. With education and credentials beyond high school, students have better options in today’s economy. Students can choose from a variety of certificate programs with the possibility of working towards an associate degree.
- Kansas Promise Act
- Wage Survey & HCC Completer Employment
Available At These Locations
Spring 2026 Flyer
How to Enroll
Current Course Offerings: Spring 2026 Allied Health Course List
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Step 1: Complete the HCC Allied Health Enrollment Request Form (below)
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Step 2: Complete the HCC Online Application - required for all new HCC students and student that have not attended HCC in the last 12 months
- Step 3: Complete all additional requirements on the appropriate checklist below:
Allied Health Enrollment Request Form
Applicants will not be enrolled until all items on the checklist have been received.
High school students become eligible for free tuition under Excel in CTE funding (SB155)
starting the summer after completing their sophomore year, up until their last semester
in high school. High school freshmen and sophomores may take the course but must pay
the tuition rate.
Submit all documentation to the one of the following locations:
- Technical Center (Atchison): 1501 W. Riley St., Atchison, KS 66002
- Phone: (785) 442-6180
- Fax: (785) 442-6239
- Email: alliedhealth@highlandcc.edu
- Western Center (Baileyville): 313 Nemaha, Baileyville, KS 66404
- Phone: (785) 442-6240
- Fax: (785) 442-6279
- Email: alliedhealth@highlandcc.edu
Allied Health Courses
12 Credit Hours
This course is designed to provide training for giving medical care to patients in the pre-hospital setting. The course will offer instruction and practical experience for students to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed for certification and practice as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B) in Kansas.
6 Credit Hours
This course is based on the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) Certified Nurse Aide Curriculum Guidelines (90 Hours) and prepares individuals to take the State certification exam. The course focuses on the responsibilities of the nurse aide working as a member of the health team in caring for residents of long-term care facilities. The course includes basic anatomy and physiology, communication skills, measurement of vital signs, and procedures to help meet the hygiene, nutrition, and rehabilitation needs of older individuals. Students who successfully complete this course and pass the State exam will be qualified to become a practicing Kansas Certified Nurse Aide (CNA).
5 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: CNA-Certificate
This course is based on the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) Medication Aide Curriculum and prepares individuals to take the State certification exam. The course focuses on the responsibilities associated with medication administration, including drug dosage calculations. Upon successful completion of both the course and the State exam, the individual will be a Kansas Certified Medication Aide (CMA).
1 Credit Hour
Prerequisite: CMA-Certificate
Provides continued certification for the Certified Medication Aide.
2 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: NUR201
Home Health Aid is a 2 credit hour online course that prepares the individual to act in the role of a certified Home Health aide in a home setting. The course identifies the specific responsibilities and functions of the certified Home Health aide as a member of the health care team. Using a holistic approach, this course focuses on the clients physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs. Included is the role of the family and the caregiver in meeting the clients' needs. The curriculum is based on the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) Certified Home Health Aide Guidelines (20 hours). A CNA is required as a prerequisite. Upon successful completion of both the course and the state exam, the individual will be a Kansas Home Health Aide (HHA).