Prepare yourself for a career promoting health and wellness. Programs within the Health Sciences at College of Western Idaho (CWI) provide the education and training needed to work in this robust, versatile, and in-demand field to diagnose and treat injuries and disease or work behind-the-scenes in laboratories or administrative rolls.
The following health science programs are competitive and require a supplemental application process. Visit the program pages for application periods and steps to apply.
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Applications are now being accepted for College of Western Idaho’s Health Science programs.
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Read more about Fulfilling Her Dreams by Helping OthersAs Mollie Weitz prepares to graduate from the Surgical Technology program, she reflects on what she’s been able to learn and accomplish in the last year.
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Read more about Fall 2022 Practical Nurse Pinning Ceremony
