The Journey Program
The Journey Program is a professional development program for high school students graduating in Spring of 2023 who are interested in a career in healthcare. There are three “tracks” to choose from; Registered Nurse, Respiratory Therapist, and Medical Laboratory Technician.
How It Works
The Journey Program is a multi-year program that pairs education and job training. It begins with an application to the program, CCH department manager reviews applications and conducts interviews with candidates. Students selected will be enrolled in professional development programs at CCH, and their college classes and materials will be paid for by CCH.
If you’ve always been interested in healthcare, read more about the Journey Program tracks, and start your journey today!
*Participants are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 with proof of vaccination or present religious exception.
The RN Track
The “RN Track” is for those interested in becoming a Registered Nurse. Admitted students will receive one-on-one mentorship provided by a Professional Development RN and a career development plan, all while gaining tangible experience as a CCH employee along the way! During the program, you will be guided on the journey from Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) to Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and ultimately to Registered Nurse (RN). By the end of the program, you will be admitted into the CCH RN Residency Program!
What does an RN do?
RNs assess and identify patients' needs, then implement and monitor the patient's medical plan and treatment. They can work in any specialty and in various healthcare settings, including home healthcare. They provide patient care, education, and assist other healthcare professionals. Registered Nurses are graduates from a college nursing program or from a school of nursing and have passed a national licensing exam.
What are the criteria, and how do I apply?
- 3.0 high school GPA or higher (transcripts required)
- ACT scores
- Two letters of recommendation from teachers
- You must submit an essay describing why you want to become an RN. (Word Limit: 500)
- Complete the application and submit all supplementary materials no later than January 20th.
The RT Track
The “RT Track” is for those interested in becoming a Respiratory Therapist. Admitted students will receive one-on-one mentorship provided by an experienced respiratory therapist and a career development plan, all while gaining tangible experience as a CCH employee along the way! During the program, you will work at the CCH Respiratory Therapy and Sleep Laboratory Department; you will be guided on your journey to becoming a certified sleep technologist and, ultimately, a licensed respiratory therapist at CCH!
What does an RT do?
A respiratory therapist helps patients who are having trouble breathing. Respiratory therapists work under the direction of doctors and treat a range of patients, from premature infants whose lungs are not fully developed to elderly people with lung disease. There are two levels of respiratory therapists: the certified respiratory therapist and the registered respiratory therapist.
What are the criteria, and how do I apply?
- 3.0 high school GPA or higher (transcripts required)
- ACT scores
- Two letters of recommendation from teachers
- You must submit an essay describing why you want to become an RT. (Word Limit: 500)
- Complete the application and submit all supplementary materials no later than January 20th.
The MLT Track
The “MLT Track” is for those interested in becoming a Medical Laboratory Technician. Admitted students will receive one-on-one mentorship provided by an experienced laboratory professional and a career development plan, all while gaining tangible experience as a CCH employee along the way. During this program, you will start working at the CCH Laboratory as a phlebotomist after completing the CCH Intro to Phlebotomy course. You will then enroll in an MLT program where ultimately, upon graduation, you will transition into a Medical Laboratory Technician role at CCH!
What does an MLT do?
Medical lab technicians perform diagnostic testing of blood and body fluids in clinical laboratories. They prepare samples for analysis, use equipment to locate microorganisms, monitor tests and procedures, analyze the chemical content of fluids, match blood for transfusions, and test for drug levels in the blood.
What are the criteria, and how do I apply?
- 3.0 high school GPA or higher (transcripts required)
- ACT scores
- Two letters of recommendation from teachers
- You must submit an essay describing why you want to become an MLT. (Word Limit: 500)
- Complete the application and submit all supplementary materials no later than January 20th.
*Participants are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 with proof of vaccination or present religious exception.
PLEASE EMAIL:
ACT SCORES
2 TEACHER REFERENCE LETTERS
TRANSCRIPT
500-WORD ESSAY
TO CAMEO.MADEWELL@CCHWYO.ORG AFTER COMPLETING THE APPLICATION.
Please email cameo.madewell@cchwyo.org with any questions or concerns.
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