Program Overview
Explore the human body & discover what it takes to work in the medical field.
Medicine & Biosciences introduces students to the exciting world of healthcare and medical science. Through hands-on learning, students explore human anatomy, medical terminology, laboratory procedures, and patient care concepts used in healthcare settings. Students develop critical thinking and scientific skills while discovering how medicine, biology, and technology work together to improve patient care.
This program provides a strong foundation for students interested in pursuing careers in healthcare, nursing, medical research, and other medical professions.
This Program Is Perfect For Students Who:
- Are curious about how the human body works
- Enjoy science, biology, or medical topics
- Want to help people through healthcare careers
- Are interested in nursing, medicine, or medical research
- Enjoy hands-on learning and lab experiences
“Medicine & Biosciences is not just a class, but something that will prepare you for your future. I love all the different labs and how the teachers will relate not just the learning, but also the skills gained and how you can use those after the class.”
Schedule
Program Length: 2-3 Years
Program Instructor: Casey Woods and Dr. Shelly Holdman
| Program Start Date | Program Days | Program Time |
| August 2026 | Monday – Friday | Morning |
| Program Start Date | Program Days | Program Time |
| August 2026 | Monday – Friday | Afternoon - Bartlesville High School & Wesleyan |
Skills Attained
Laboratory: Gel Electrophoresis, PCR, bacterial plating and micro pipetting aseptic technique
Clinical: blood typing and ELISA analysis
Equipment & Software: Google Suite and Graphical Analysis
Scientific Experimentation: Design and conduct experiments using reliable data
Professional: Problem-solving and verbal & written communication
Program Courses
Principles of Biomedical Science (PBS)
Human Body System (HBS)
Medical Innovations (MI)
Biomedical Innovations (BI)
High School Credit
8 Elective Credits for Full Program*
*Each Course within the program is worth 1 Lab Science or Math Credit
Student Organizations
Project Lead The Way Distinguished School
Tri County Tech is a Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished School. The PLTW Distinguished School recognition honors schools committed to increasing student access, engagement, and achievement in their PLTW programs. Learn more about PLTW’s recognition program and more.
Health Occupations Students of America | HOSA
HOSA is an international career and technical student organization endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Science Technology Education Division of ACTE. HOSA’s mission is to empower HOSA-Future Health Professionals to become leaders in the global health community through education, collaboration, and experience. To learn more, visit HOSA.org.
Career Data
Our Placement Rate: 90%
Median Hourly Earnings: *$28.97
Completion/Retention Rate: 95.16%
*Information provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data.
Career Opportunities
Medical/Research Scientist
Physician’s Assistant
Family & General Practitioner
Forensic Scientist
Surgeon
Dentist
Veterinarian
Pharmacist
Biotechnician Assistant
Certifications
Biotechnician Assistant Credentialing Exam (BACE)
CPR & AED
PharmTech
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Athletic Training Student Aid
Veterinary Assistant
Phlebotomy Technician
Earn College Credit
Get a head start on your future. Many Tri County Tech programs offer the opportunity to earn college credit through our partnership with Oklahoma Wesleyan University.
It’s a simple way to turn your training into college progress—saving you time and money if you choose to continue your education.
Have Questions?
Our Student Services team assists students in finding the right program, and works with counselors at our partner schools to help students apply to Tri County Tech. If you have any questions, contact us today our visit our Student Services team at our main Bartlesville campus.
