A Career In Health Sciences

Programs ImageFounded in 2004, Coleman College confers associate degrees and certificates in 20 health science fields in a state-of-the-art academic environment.  A member institution of the Texas Medical Center, Coleman College provides its students unsurpassed access to world-renown health science resources and as a campus of the Houston Community College System, offers affordable, rewarding futures.

Health Science Programs

  • Clinical Laboratory Technician
    A Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) solves medical mysteries and provides answers to critical questions for physicians and nurses concerning a patient.
  • Computed Tomography
    CT technologists are specially trained radiologic technologists with the knowledge of physics, cross-sectional anatomy and computers.
  • Dental Assisting
    As a vital member of the dental health team, the dental assistant prepares the patient for treatment, provides the dentist with necessary instruments, instructs patients in proper oral hygiene, records dental services, and performs various laboratory procedures and managerial duties for the office.
  • Diagnostic Medical Sonography
    A Diagnostic Medical Sonographer receives specialized training to work with high-frequency sound waves that produce images of soft-tissue structures within the body.
  • Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
    The HCC Emergency Medical Services Program is held at Northeast College. Follow the link above for more information.
  • Health Information Technology
    A Health Information Technician, commonly known in the profession as a Registered Health Information Technician, performs a variety of health information-related functions, including organization, analysis, coding and technical evaluation of health information and interaction with administrative and financial departments of health-care facilities.
  • Histological Technician
    The Histologic Technician Program culminates into an Associate Degree of Applied Science.
  • Human Services Technology
    As a graduate of the HSTP program you are eligible to become a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC).
  • Interpreter Training
    Career opportunities for interpreters exist in the fields of education, business, community, interpreting agencies, social services, mass media, finance, medical care, mental health, legal aid, law enforcement, religion, recreation, video relay and the arts.
  • Mammography
    Mammography is a type of imaging that uses a low dose x-ray system to examine breasts. An image, called a mammogram, is used to aid in the diagnosis of breast diseases in women.
  • Medical Assistant
    Medical Assistant is one of the top 10 fastest growing occupations in the U.S. - Begin Your Career Here!
  • Massage Therapy
    Helping students in their quest for maximum health and personal well-being.
  • Nuclear Medicine Technology
    The Nuclear Medicine Technology Program combines academic study with clinical laboratory experience at affiliated hospitals.
  • Nursing (Registered Nursing)
    Students in the Associate Degree Nursing Program are taught the knowledge and skills needed to work with patients and their families in a variety of health-care settings.
  • Nursing (Vocational Nursing)
    The Vocational Nursing curriculum prepares the graduate to perform specific nursing duties under the direction of physicians, dentists and registered nurses.
  • Occupational Therapy Assistant
    Occupational Therapy is a health care profession that focuses on occupations and purposeful activities designed to achieve functional outcomes in promoting heath, preventing injury, illness and disability.
  • Pharmacy Technician
    Begin an exciting new career in a high demand field in only 6 months!
  • Physical Therapist Assistant
    A Physical Therapist Assistant, who implements treatment plans under the direction of a Physical Therapist, is trained in the application of therapeutic modalities, such as cold, massage and electricity; exercise; prosthetics and orthotics, and functional activities in the rehabilitation and treatment of adults and children.
  • Radiography
    A Radiographer works with equipment that generates x-rays to produce images of the body for evaluation and diagnosis of disease.
  • Respiratory Therapist
    Take a closer look at where RTs work. Respiratory therapists provide the hands-on care that helps people recover from a wide range of medical conditions.
  • Surgical Technology
    If your interested in a fast pace, high intensity program then Surgical Technology may be the career your looking for.