Health Science Pathway Annual Report Showcases Record Growth
Columbus Community Hospital is proud to announce the successful completion of the 2024-25 academic year for its Health Science Pathway program. This year marked a period of significant growth, with the program expanding to include Scotus Central Catholic High School and a record number of students across all three participating schools: Columbus High School, Lakeview High School and Scotus.
The program’s accomplishments are detailed in the 2024-25 Health Science Pathway annual report, available now at https://www.columbushosp.org/Content/Uploads/ColumbusHosp/files/HealthSciencePath_AnnualReport0625web.pdf.
The Health Science Pathway, a collaborative effort between CCH and local high schools, provides students with a unique opportunity to explore various health care careers through a comprehensive curriculum. The program helps prepare the next generation of health care professionals with its focus on real-world experience and hands-on learning.
A key highlight of the 2024-25 year was the expansion of the certified nursing assistant (CNA) program, which successfully added 90 certified nursing assistants to the Platte County community.
The pathway curriculum, which includes Health Science 1 (introduction to health care), Health Science 2 (advanced topics), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Health Science 3 (capstone job shadowing experience), has seen impressive enrollment numbers this year:
Health Science 1: 161 students
Health Science 2: 55 students
Health Science 3: 21 students
CNA: 71 students
The success of the Health Science Pathway is a reflection of the strong partnership between Columbus Community Hospital and all three participating high schools. The program is shaping the future of health care in our community by fostering compassionate, engaged and well-prepared leaders.
