Education Opportunities in Maryland Hospital Care

Change Lives. Yours First.

Whether you’re in school now or thinking of going back, it’s a great time to reflect on who you want to be and pathways that’ll get you there. A career with a hospital or health system can help you find the professional advancement, flexibility, and financial stability you’re looking for. Explore opportunities to launch your future in hospital care.

There’s a Fit for Everyone

Think about your strengths in previous work or volunteer experience. Maybe you were a fast-thinker, or you liked to get your hands dirty, or you loved helping others. No matter what it was, there’s a place for you in a Maryland hospital or health system.

Head

Never one to back down from a challenge, you’re a problem-solver with a passion for organization and charting out better outcomes for everyone.

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Perform complex medical laboratory tests for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. May train or supervise staff.

Hands

Tackling hands-on tasks in a fast-paced environment—that’s when you feel most fulfilled.

Surgical Technician

Assist with operations under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel.

Heart

You’ve got a passion for helping those around you, and you bring out the best in any situation.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Care for ill, injured, and convalescing patients or persons with disabilities in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private homes, group homes, and similar institutions.

Educational Requirements in Maryland Hospital Care

Did you know there’s a hospital job for every interest and education level, including high-school diploma or GED? Many two- and four-year colleges even partner with area hospitals, so you can earn while you learn.

Apprenticeship Programs

Apprenticeships are work and learn experiences that will vary by employer hiring needs, according to the Maryland Apprenticeship Connector (MAC). These programs can be one to four years in length and range from non-clinical roles, like plumbers and electricians, to clinical roles, like patient care techs and licensed practical nurses.

Top Programs

Patient Care Technician
Medical Assistant
Surgical Technician
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Environmental Care Supervisors

Certificate Programs

Certificates are shorter, highly specialized programs that are frequently offered at community colleges.

Top Programs

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (Read Allison’s blog)
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) (Read Cecelia’s blog)
Geriatric Nursing
Medical Assistant (Read Kysha’s blog)
Pharmacy Technician (Read our blog)
Sterile Processing Technician / Environmental Services (EVS) (Read Madelyn’s blog)
Community Health Worker (Read Maria’s blog)
Dialysis Technician
Security, Food, Supply Chain Services

Two-Year Degrees

Top Programs

Associate Degree (ADN) Registered Nurse
Surgical Technician (Read Ronald’s blog)
Physical Therapy Assistant

Four-Year Degrees

Top Programs

Bachelor of Science (BSN) Registered Nurse
Medical Laboratory Scientist (Learn more in our blog)
Respiratory Therapist (Read Seth’s blog)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need to graduate college to work in a Maryland hospital?

Many hospital entry-level positions don’t require certifications or college degrees, but while most require at least a high school diploma or GED.

Many hospitals offer on-site training and certificate programs in partnership with Maryland community colleges, to help you learn while you earn.

Is nursing school hard?

Nurses and health care professionals must be certified and licensed to work in the state of Maryland. As of 2020, Maryland’s NCLEX overall pass rate is 87.4%.

What is the average duration of nursing school in Maryland?

The duration of nursing school varies, with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) programs typically taking 1 to 2 years, Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) programs lasting 2 to 3 years, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs lasting 4 years, Accelerated BSN programs taking 12 to 18 months.

Browse our different education opportunities to find the program that is right for you!

How can I afford nursing or health care education?

Maryland hospitals make careers in health care affordable and accessible. Fortunately, there are financial assistance opportunities for students interested in medicine and related fields including scholarships, loans, and work-study programs.

Learn more in our blog post.

What financial aid and scholarship options are available for Maryland colleges?

Students can explore scholarships, grants, federal student loans, and institutional financial aid programs to help fund their medical education by visiting the college’s website.

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Student Spotlight

I wasn’t sure how someone like me with no health care experience could get into nursing…So I would say that if you’re interested in going into health care, even if you have no experience, go for it because you’ll be entering a great career field where you can make a real difference in people’s lives.

Tyler S.

Nurse graduate, Community College of Baltimore County

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There’s a Fit for Everyone

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Surgical Technician

Licensed Practical Nurse

Educational Requirements in Maryland Hospital Care

Apprenticeship Programs

Top Programs

Certificate Programs

Top Programs

Two-Year Degrees

Top Programs

Four-Year Degrees

Top Programs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need to graduate college to work in a Maryland hospital?

Is nursing school hard?

What is the average duration of nursing school in Maryland?

How can I afford nursing or health care education?

What financial aid and scholarship options are available for Maryland colleges?

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CalvertHealth Medical Center

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Carroll Hospital

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Frederick Health

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