The WACTC Biotechnology/Biomedical Science program students are taking on the same real-world challenges as todays scientists – and they’re doing it before they even graduate from high school. Working with the same tools used by professionals in hospitals and labs, students engage in compelling, hands-on activities and work together to find solutions to problems. Students learn from the course the knowledge and skills they will use for the rest of their lives on any career path they take.
Qualified graduates will receive college credits.

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Student & Parent, why does the Career Tree matter to you?

1. The first set of branches is the Entry-Level Careers that students unlock by completing the Biotechnology program at WACTC. 
2. Students can unlock the next level, the Technical Careers, by pursuing additional education such as an associate’s degree, advanced certification, apprenticeship, or other specialized training.
3. They push their education even further with a bachelor’s, master’s, Ph.D., or specialized training, they can unlock the Professional Careers.

What Biomedical Engineers Do

Biomedical engineers combine engineering principles with medical sciences to design and create equipment, devices, computer systems, and software.

Work Environment

Most biomedical engineers work in manufacturing, universities, hospitals, and research facilities of companies and educational and medical institutions. They usually work full time.

How to Become a Biomedical Engineer

Biomedical engineers typically need a bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering or bioengineering, or in a related engineering field. Some positions may require a graduate degree.

Pay

The median annual wage for biomedical engineers was $88,550 in May 2018.