Healthcare

Make a career of caring for others in Huntsville.

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Job Stats

Total Jobs

19,000+

Salary Range

$29-75K

Fast Track Jobs

11,000+

10-year growth

17%

Total Employers

1,600

“I always wanted to be around people and make them feel better and after just three semesters at Calhoun Community College I was able to start doing just that as an LPN. I’m still working towards my RN but I love that I didn’t have to wait to start my career.”

Andrew Pittman Licensed Practical Nurse, Huntsville Hospital

Training at Calhoun Community College

Key Careers

Nursing Assistant
[Patient Care Aide]

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TOTAL JOBS

3,102

AVERAGE HOURLY PAY

$12.17

Certified Nursing Assistants are the foundation of the healthcare industry. The basic but critical care they provide allows patients to focus on their recovery. Even more than that, as a CNA you’ll create real connections with patients, learning first-hand the healing power of a smile. While you’ll be helping others, you’ll also be helping yourself with competitive pay and a job that’s in constant demand.

Career Pathway
Program: Calhoun Community College Certified Nursing Assistant
Name: Diane Peck
Phone: 256.306.2515
Email: [email protected]
Website: calhoun.edu

Program: Drake State Certified Nursing Assistant
Name: Healthcare Department
Phone: 256.551.3156
Email: [email protected]
Website: drakestate.edu

Medical Laboratory Technician

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TOTAL JOBS

635

AVERAGE HOURLY PAY

$23.39

As a clinical technician you’ll collect and analyze patient samples that can unlock the mysteries of their illnesses. If science is your thing, this could be the smart career for you. Skilled lab technicians are in constant demand at hospitals and doctors’ offices, playing a crucial role in providing the correct diagnosis for patients and getting them on the road to recovery.

Career Pathway
Program: Calhoun Medical Laboratory Technician
Name: Reannon Wilkerson
Phone: 256.890.4981
Email: [email protected]
Website: calhoun.edu

Licensed Practical Nurse

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TOTAL JOBS

904

AVERAGE HOURLY PAY

$22.77

With an associate degree from any number of area schools you can start your career as a Licensed Practical Nurse. As an LPN in hospitals, nursing homes, private practices, rehab centers and more, your days are filled with endless opportunities to leave a real impact on people’s lives. And the opportunities for your own career growth? Those are endless too.

Career Pathway
Program: Drake State Practical Nursing
Name: Rebecca Sims
Phone: 256.551.3156
Email: [email protected]
Website: drakestate.edu

Program: Calhoun Practical Nursing Certificate
Name: Nursing Department
Phone: 256.306.2794
Email: [email protected]
Website: calhoun.edu

Registered Nurse

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TOTAL JOBS

5,531

AVERAGE HOURLY PAY

$32.13

As a registered nurse, every day is filled with chances to make a difference. You would be the one that patients rely on for immediate care, critical information and, maybe most importantly, a calming presence to assure them things will be ok. Many nurses start as LPNs and then continue with school to ultimately become an RN. Whichever route you choose, you’ll leaving an impact on people’s lives while building a life of your own.

Career Pathway
Program: Drake State Nursing Program
Name: Rebecca Sims
Phone: 256.551.3156
Email: [email protected]
Website: drakestate.edu

Program: Calhoun Nursing Program
Name: Nursing Department
Phone: 256.306.2794
Email: [email protected]
Website: calhoun.edu

Clinical Aide
[Certified Medical Assistant]

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TOTAL JOBS

1,132

AVERAGE HOURLY PAY

$15.92

There are hundreds of roles in healthcare that don’t require you to pick up a stethoscope or check someone’s vitals. But they’re no less critical in caring for patients. Clinical Aides help to keep hospitals and doctor’s offices running efficiently from scheduling appointments and managing patient files to being that first friendly face a patient sees. Get the skills you need at a local community college then get started on your career in healthcare.

Career Pathway
Program: Calhoun Medical Administrative Assistant
Name: Diane Peck
Phone: 256.306.2515
Email: [email protected]
Website: calhoun.edu

Program: Drake State Medical Assistant
Name: Medical Assistant Department
Phone: 256.551.7284
Email: [email protected]
Website: drakestate.edu

Fast track your career in Healthcare

If you’re interested in a smart career in healthcare, Huntsville has several programs where you can get the training you need to start building the life you’ve dreamed of.