Health Education

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If health as a field of study intrigues you, or you need to satisfy entry requirements for specialized training, MPC’s Health classes offer foundational coursework and help you identify your specific interests. Prepare for further specialized training in medical or dental assisting, kinesiology, and nursing, among other fields.

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Enter a Rapidly Growing Field

Longer lifespans and an aging population have made healthcare a significant growth sector. More people nationwide work in healthcare and social assistance than in any other private sector of the economy; in Monterey County, healthcare ranks as the third largest sector.
1
Semester to Certificate
22K+
Monterey County Health Care Workers
13%
Job Growth - Community Health Workers Over the Next 10 Years

Building a Healthy Foundation for Work and Life

Take classes to support your personal health, fulfill certification and credentialing requirements, or as a foundation for building a degree or certificate.
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Certificate of Achievement

Health Service Professions

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All Health Classes

A Non-Traditional Path to a Healthcare Career

"I am so grateful for the opportunity to begin my non-traditional entry into college at MPC. The faculty have given me the confidence, materials, and time necessary for me to be encouraged about my future career as a nurse. I have felt empowered to achieve my educational goals."
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Krisandra Diaz Mendez
MPC Alumnus