Health Sciences

Turn your interest in helping others into practical healthcare skills. Reid State’s Health Sciences program prepares you in basic nursing care, medication assistance, blood collection and specimen processing, infection control, CPR and first aid, and medical terminology. Classroom instruction, hands-on lab practice, and supervised clinical experience help you prepare for patient care roles. 

Reid State’s Health Sciences Program prepares graduates to pursue nurse aide, medication assistant, and phlebotomy certifications. Each credential has its own eligibility and examination requirements. 

According to the Alabama Department of Workforce’s June 2026 wage estimates, nursing assistants in Alabama earn an average of $34,787 per year ($16.73 per hour), while phlebotomists earn an average of $39,286 per year ($18.89 per hour). These statewide averages include workers with varying levels of experience. Earnings will vary based on role, experience, credentials, location, and employer. 

• High school diploma or GED. 
• Complete Reid State’s general application requirements. 
• Pass the required admissions exam. 
• Background checks and drug and alcohol screening are required before clinical placement and must be completed at the student’s expense.

Before clinical placement, students must submit a completed health form, obtain liability insurance through the college, and complete required background checks and drug and alcohol screening at their expense. Students must also meet the clinical site’s requirements. See Reid State’s Program Details for full requirements. 

Clinical sites may have vaccination requirements. Contact the Program Director below about current requirements before placement. Access to clinical training is required to complete the program.

This two-semester, full-time program combines technical training with communication skills to prepare you for entry-level healthcare opportunities. With the required credentials, you can pursue roles as a nursing assistant, medication assistant, or phlebotomist in settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, doctors’ offices, and laboratories. 

Type: Short-Term Certificate 

Length: 2 Semesters of Full-time attendance 

Minimum Credits: 27 semester credit hours 

Campus Location: Evergreen, AL