UA Cossatot receives grant to enhance medical programs on all 4 campuses

UA Cossatot has been awarded a $615,000 grant from the Arkansas Department of Higher Education. The grant will enhance the quality of education for current and future medical professionals at UA Cossatot by allowing the college to purchase the very latest equipment and supplies for existing and new medical programs at all four UA Cossatot campuses.

The grant’s objectives include replacing old and dilapidated equipment on all four UA Cossatot campuses and obtaining new equipment, so it does not have to be transferred between campuses. The primary focus of the grant for UA Cossatot will be centered on EMT and nursing equipment/supplies, and medical lab technology.

The grant will also allow UA Cossatot to implement two new programs. Pending approval, UA Cossatot plans to offer an Associate of Applied Science RN (generic program) degree and an Associate of Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Technology degree.

Medical programs will also be expanded from one campus to multiple campuses in different counties to create more opportunities for those who are seeking education, training, or certification in health services fields.