The Healthcare Academy is a free program for high school students and recent high school graduates interested in health careers.
The Healthcare Academy is intended to guide those interested in healthcare to direct service worker pathways through healthcare career exploration classes and programs during summer break. Participating high school students will explore healthcare careers, earn Ivy Tech credit, obtain industry-recognized skills, and learn student success strategies on a college campus. The Healthcare Academy is delivered along an Ivy Tech 8-week course term and includes credit courses, skills training sessions, and other activities and site visits that can broaden student perspectives on the healthcare field.
Students will have the opportunity to earn 4.5 credits by completing the following courses during the academy:
- IVYT 112 - Success in Healthcare
- HLHS 104 - CPR/Basic Life Support
- HLHS 121 - Customer Relations in Healthcare
Included in the experience, students will participate in a variety of health-related experiences such as:
- Simulation and Lab Demonstrations
- Skills Trainings: Medical Lab, Medical Assisting, Respiratory, and more.
- Career Coaching/Resume Writing
- Field Trips
Registration for Healthcare Academy 2026 is now open!
Please note that enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis, and space is limited. After you complete the form, an Ivy Tech representative will contact you to verify eligibility requirements and confirm seat availability. Submitting this form does not guarantee admission to the program. We encourage you to complete it promptly to secure your spot.
Healthcare Academy Details:
This eight-week course is scheduled from June 8 to July 29, 2026. Participants are required to attend sessions every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Students who successfully complete the program will receive up to $300 in gift cards disbursed throughout the program.
A celebration event is set for July 29, from 10 a.m. to Noon.
Location: Ivy Tech Terre Haute Main Campus | 8000 S. Education Dr., Terre Haute, IN 47802
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