Health Care Schools in North Dakota
Healthcare is a growing field in North Dakota just as it is throughout the country, with many jobs facing shortages and facilities striving to draw in qualified applicants. The aging baby boomer population is increasing the need for more healthcare workers while a large percentage of the workforce is approaching retirement.
- What are the fastest growing Health Care Careers in North Dakota?
- Who are North Dakota’s largest health care employers?
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Fastest Growing Health Care Careers in North Dakota
Employee shortages in the healthcare industry are expected to be even larger in rural areas of the United States. These factors are creating opportunity for secure jobs in many different areas of healthcare. According to ACI, some of the fastest growing jobs in North Dakota are home health aides, medical assistants, and physicians assistants. However, growth is not limited to these jobs.
Largest Health Care Job Employers in North Dakota
Once you have researched which careers interest you and explored your educational options, take a look at some of North Dakota’s largest healthcare employers to give you an idea about employment options. According to the North Dakota Department of Health, there are 50 certified hospitals in the state, 39 of which are rural. Some of the largest are listed below:
- Meritcare: located in Fargo, employs 6,400 healthcare workers
- Meritcare Healthsystem: employs 4,300
- Altru Health System: located in Grand Forks has 3,500 employees
- Q&R Clinic: in Bismarck employs 3000
- Medcenter One: located in Bismarck, employs 2,200 people and is the first in the state to receive
Magnet designation - Trinity Hospital: in Minot employs roughly 1750
Most of the well-paying, secure jobs require some level of education. Research some of the schools listed below to find out which program is right for you in helping you acquire a job in this growing industry.
Schools Offering Health Care and Nursing Degrees in North Dakota
Programs are subject to change.
Bismarck State College – Bismarck, ND :
Programs:
- Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions
- Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Human Services
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
- Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Social Work
- Surgical Technology/Technologist
- Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)
Fort Berthold Community College – New Town, ND :
Programs:
- Medical Administration/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
- Pre-Nursing Studies
- Licensed Practical Nursing Program
Jamestown College – Jamestown, ND :
Programs:
- Bachelors in Nursing
- Licensed Practical Nursing Program
Lake Region State College – Devils Lake, ND :
Programs:
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
- Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Licensed Practical Nursing Program
Medcenter One College of Nursing – Bismarck, ND :
Programs:
- Bachelors in Nursing
- RN Program – Associate’s
Minot State University-Bottineau Campus – Bottineau, ND :
Programs:
- Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
- Medical Clinical Assistant
- Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
- Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
- Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management
- Bachelors in Nursing
- RN Program – Associate’s
North Dakota State College of Science – Wahpeton, ND :
Programs:
- Dental Assisting/Assistant
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
- Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Occupational Therapist Assistant
- Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
- Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician
- Practical Nursing
- Bachelors in Nursing
- RN Program – Associate’s
United Tribes Technical College –Bismarck, ND :
Programs:
- Environmental Biology
- Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
- Practical Nursing (PN)
- RN Program – Associate’s
University of North Dakota – Grand Forks, ND :
Programs:
- Bachelors in Nursing
- RN Program – Associate’s
Williston State College – Williston, ND :
Programs:
- Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
- Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
- Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician
- Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
- Practical Nursing