The Fast Track to a Better Fit
You could be a year or two away from a healthcare career you’re proud of. Considering a career change to healthcare? We’d love to tell you more.
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You could be a year or two away from a healthcare career you’re proud of. Considering a career change to healthcare? We’d love to tell you more.
Get More InformationNo application required to learn more.
Shorter Programs
Graduate and begin your healthcare career in as little as one year.
Hands-on Learning
Receive real-world clinical experience.
Expert Faculty
Learn from instructors who are always in your corner.
A Clear Path to Success
Discover a direct line to the jobs you want.
Backed by Baptist Health
Get connected to the state’s most trusted name in care.
Financial Aid Opportunities
Explore our Financial Aid opportunities to help with costs.
Become an essential member of the operating room team by preparing surgical equipment, maintaining a sterile environment, and assisting surgeons during procedures as a surgical technologist. Our surgical technology program is a great fit for detail-oriented students and can be completed in 1 to 1½ years, depending on your track.
Help diagnose and treat sleep disorders by monitoring brain activity, breathing, heart rate, and other vital signs during overnight sleep studies as a sleep technologist. Most graduates work overnight and provide all patient care associated with the study. Our one year certificate sleep technology program requires no college prerequisites to apply.
Help people of all ages build the skills they need for everyday life after illness, injury, or disability as an occupational therapy assistant. Our two year occupational therapy assistant program is ideal for compassionate, patient-focused students who enjoy problem-solving and want to work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, or nursing homes.
At Baptist Health College Little Rock, our programs are built around you. Your life. Your dreams. Your passions. Here, everyone is invested in your success. Our instructors are always available to provide the support you need, we foster a positive environment where relationships between students can thrive, and our curriculum is created to connect you to a healthcare career full of opportunity and purpose.
“Changing careers at 32 after spending a decade in IT while raising three kids has been one of the biggest and scariest challenges I’ve ever taken on, but BHCLR has made it possible.”
“The Baptist Health OTA program has been such an incredible journey. I have learned so much about myself, the profession, and the types of clients I will encounter.”
“Choosing sleep technology at Baptist Health College Little Rock gave me a clear path into a meaningful career where I can make a difference in patients’ lives. The program prepared me to enter the workforce quickly while still allowing me to maintain a healthy balance between my education, work, and personal life.”
“After 10 years in sterile processing, the Surgical Tech program was the best choice that I could have made in pursuing a career change! The school and life balance is a challenge, but it’s just 12 months. Dedication, Hard Work, Patience! Any time is the right time!”
“The program at Baptist allowed me to flourish as a student while also continuing to work as a therapy tech, allowing me to stay financially stable as I continued my education.”
“As a new mother, I was looking for a change in career. In one short year, I became a certified surgical technologist, with a job straight out of school.”
“Balancing multiple jobs throughout the program was challenging, but the unwavering support and encouragement from instructors and peers made it possible. It truly allowed me to get into a fulfilling healthcare career faster than I ever imagined.”
“Baptist Health College made the transition from school to work as smooth as possible. The educational programs are anywhere from 12 months to 2 years, which makes it a quick turnaround for the college to get you working into the healthcare field of your choice.”
Each of our programs have unique features that can speak to your personality and preferences. For example:
Surgical Technology allows you to work in high-impact healthcare environments with minimal patient care, which could appeal to more introverted individuals.
Sleep Technology offers afternoon and evening courses and does not require college prerequisites, which can be attractive to individuals seeking to enter the workforce quickly.
Occupational Therapy Assistant offers extensive patient interaction to assist individuals with gaining back their lost quality of life, which can be extremely fulfilling for individuals looking to see the direct impact of their work on a patient’s wellbeing.
The above is only a small taste of the information you need to know if a program is right for you. Reach out to a recruiter to learn more!
No, you do not need previous healthcare experience to be eligible for our surgical technology, sleep technology or occupational therapy assistant programs.
Yes! Our faculty noted that students can work up to 20 hours a week while maintaining positive success outcomes in their program.
Students at Baptist Health College Little Rock can access financial aid via federal aid (FAFSA), state grants and scholarships, VA benefits, college specific scholarships, Baptist Health Foundation scholarships, and a work loan program for eligible programs.
The college supports students with services including counseling, disability accommodations, a food pantry, and other campus initiatives.
After requesting information, you will be contacted by a recruiter within 3 business days to discuss your questions. You may choose to be contacted by text, email, or phone call.
Schedules for our programs are listed below. Please note this is to give a general idea of the schedule at the current time. Clinical offerings may vary by semester.
“Allied Health refers to a distinct group of healthcare professionals who provide services that are separate from physicians and nurses. These healthcare professionals provide services that involve prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of various diseases and conditions. Allied health programs at BHCLR include Medical Laboratory Science, Nuclear Medicine Technology, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Radiography, Sleep Technology, and Surgical Technology.”
-Dr. Karen James, Dean of Allied Health
Ready to go from needing a change to life-changing work? Reach out and someone from Baptist Health College Little Rock will contact you about starting your healthcare career options.
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