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Health Science
Prepares students to help keep people healthy and treat those who are not. Work directly with people by conducting research on diseases and other important health information.
Career Pathways
- Research & Development
- Diagnostic Services
- Health Informatics
- Support Services
- Therapeutic Services
Eligible Classification for Instructional Program (CIP) Codes
As stated in the New Jersey Perkins V State Plan, career and technical education programs of study must support career pathways meeting two out of the following three criteria, high-wage, high-skill, and in-demand occupations. The following CIP codes have been identified as meeting these requirements at the state level.
| CIP Code | Program Name |
|---|---|
| 310505 | Kinesiology and Exercise Science |
| 510000 | Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences |
| 510601 | Dental Assistant |
| 510603 | Dental Laboratory Technology/Technician |
| 510705 | Medical Office Management/Administration |
| 510801 | Medical/Clinical Assistant |
| 510805 | Pharmacy Technician/Assistant |
| 510902 | Electrocardiograph Technology/Technician |
| 510904 | Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT) |
| 510908 | Respiratory Therapy Technician/Assistant |
| 511004 | Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician |
| 511006 | Ophthalmic Laboratory Technology/Technician |
| 513104 | Dietician Assistant |
| 513801 | Nursing/Registered Nurse |
| 513901 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training |
Industry-Valued Credentials
Industry-valued credentials (IVCs) are identified by the New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL) as:
- Valued — demanded by employers.
- Portable — skills learned are transferable and provide broad opportunities.
- Stackable — skills learned may lead to opportunities for continuous or advanced training and education.
- Rewarding — lead to higher wages, career advancement and or increased job security.
The NJDOE analyzed the NJDOL IVC list by cross referencing every credential for each Career Cluster and identified them as either a Tier I or a Tier II IVC.
- Tier I IVC — stackable credential
- Tier II IVC — advanced credential and available for CTE program of study designation.
| Certification Name | Organization Name | 2024 Crednetial Status | Applicable CIP Codes |
|---|---|---|---|
|
AED Certification |
American Red Cross |
Tier I |
All |
|
Basic Life Support Certification |
American Red Cross |
Tier I |
All |
|
Blood Borne Pathogens Certification |
American Heart Association (AHA) |
Tier I |
All |
|
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant |
National Healthcareer Association |
Tier II |
510801 |
|
Certified Electrocardiogram (EKG) /Monitor Technician |
National Healthcareer Association |
Tier I |
510902 |
|
Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) |
National Healthcareer Association |
Tier II |
510705 |
|
Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) |
National Healthcareer Association |
Tier II |
510801 |
|
Certified Medical Assistant |
American Association of Medical Assistants |
Tier II |
510801 |
|
Certified Medical Assistant |
American Medical Certification Association |
Tier II |
510801 |
|
Certified Medical Laboratory Technician |
American Medical Technologists |
Tier II |
510603, 511004 |
|
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) |
New Jersey Department of Health |
Tier I |
510000, 510801, 513801, 513901, 511105 |
|
Certified Outpatient Coding |
American Academy of Professional Coders |
Tier I |
510705 |
|
Certified Professional Biller (CPB) |
American Academy of Professional Coders |
Tier I |
510705 |
|
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) |
American Academy of Professional Coders |
Tier I |
510705 |
|
Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician |
Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution |
Tier I |
510603, 511004 |
|
CPR/BLS Certification |
Various |
Tier I |
All |
|
Dental Assistant |
American Medical Technologists |
Tier II |
510601 |
|
Emergency Medical Technician |
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians |
Tier II |
510904 |
|
First Aid Certification |
American Red Cross |
Tier I |
All |
|
Heart Saver CPR AED |
American Heart Association |
Tier I |
All |
|
Mental Health First Aid |
National Council for Behavioral Health |
Tier I |
510000, 510801, 513801, 513901, 511105 |
|
NJ Home Health Aide / Homemaker license |
New Jersey State Board of Nursing |
Tier I |
510000, 510801, 513801, 513901, 511105 |
|
Nursing Assistant Certification |
American Medical Certification Association |
Tier I |
510000, 510801, 513801, 513901, 511105 |
|
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Safety - 10 Hour |
Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) |
Tier I |
All |
|
Patient Care Technician |
National Healthcareer Association |
Tier I |
510000, 510801, 513801, 513901, 511105 |
|
Personal Care Assistant |
Various |
Tier I |
510000, 510801, 513801, 513901 |
|
Registered Medical Assistant |
American Medical Technologists |
Tier II |
510801, 513801, 513901 |
Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)
Each CTE program of study must provide students with the opportunity to participate in a CTSO. The CTSO that is most aligned with this Career Cluster is:
HOSA-Future Health Professionals
Resources
Cluster Contact
healthscience.careercluster@doe.nj.gov
(609) 376-9067