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BCTC Fall/Winter 2016
BCTC Launches Sports Medicine
& Rehabilitative Therapy continued
“The field of sports medicine and rehabilitation offers career opportunities that focus on wellness in a growing healthcare field.”
Mr. Scott Cote, BCTC Instructor
movement and manage pain and will work in physical therapists’ offices, re- habilitation centers, and in hospitals.
Students successfully completing BCTC’s program will be qualified to pursue jobs as a Physical Therapist Aide right out of high school. The program also provides an excellent foundation to pursue further education leading to careers as a Physical Thera- pist Assistant, Occupational Therapist Assistant, Occupational / Physical Therapist, Athletic Trainer, Fitness Trainer, Sports Coach, and Wellness Coordinator ... just to name a few rewarding careers!
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition, Physical Therapist Assistants and Aides.
For more information, call BCTC’s East Campus Student Services at 610-987- 6201 or visit www.berkscareer.com
Mr. Cote with Nathan Stern (Fleetwood) & Zachery Risser (Tulpehocken)
REWARDING CAREERS – GREAT JOB OPPORTUNITIES!
Completing the Sports Medicine and Rehabilitative Therapy program at BCTC can lead students to many exciting career pathways with good job opportunities. For example, the job market for Physical Therapist Assistants and Aides is projected to grow 40% from 2014 – 2024 accord- ing to the U.S. Department of Labor. The median annual wage for Physical
Therapist Assistants and Aides was $42,980 in 2015. The increased demand for physical therapy services is attributed to the expected increase in healthcare needs of our aging population and individuals living with chronic health conditions. Physical Therapist Assistants/
Aides work under the supervision of physical therapists. They help patients who are recovering from injuries and illnesses regain
BCTC FAST FACTS:
• Programs are open to high school students •
FOR PARENTS:
• Now is the time for 7th, 8th, and 9th graders
tuition free. Most students apply to BCTC
in 9th grade and begin their program in
10th grade. •
• Transportation is provided to and from the •
Career Center for all students.
Visit our website at
www.berkscareer.com
for more information.
to begin exploring their career interests.
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• If your child’s plans include college, technical school, or starting a career, BCTC will provide an excellent foundation for future success.
learning technical skills and attend their
high school for the other half day for • academic instruction.
• Students attend BCTC for half of their day
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• FOR ADULT STUDENTS – BCTC also offers Continuing Education programs for adults to upgrade their skills, earn certifications, partici- pate in apprenticeships, or train for new ca- reers. Courses are offered day or evening with flexible scheduling, and affordable pricing.
• CDL – Commercial Driver’s License Training for Adults
Tour labs! Meet Teachers! Talk to Students!
JOIN US OPEN AT OUR
HOUSE
October 18, 2016
5:30–8:30 p.m. East Campus
3307 Friedensburg Rd. | Oley | 610-987-6201
October 20, 2016
5:30–8:30 p.m. West Campus
1057 County Rd. | Leesport | 610-374-4073 3