Massachusetts is a leader in high-quality healthcare, home to world-renowned hospitals and cutting-edge research facilities. As a hub for life sciences, the state has innovative research centers and state-of-the-art labs driving advancements in medicine and technology. For those pursuing careers in health sciences, New England offers exciting opportunities in rewarding roles that make a meaningful impact on individuals, families, and communities. CTE programs and community colleges are essential in preparing students for critical healthcare roles such as registered nurses, certified nursing assistants, medical assistants, and other allied health professions.

Hands-On Learning in Healthcare Programs

Successful healthcare professionals combine strong communication skills, technical expertise, and trustworthiness when supporting their patients. Through CTE and workforce development healthcare programs, students get the foundational medical knowledge they need plus practical hands-on learning to apply those skills in real-world settings.

Experiential learning plays a key role in helping students build confidence in their clinical judgment and skills. By incorporating modern training equipment into their programs, leading technical schools and colleges create immersive, real-world environments that prepare students for the challenges of clinical practice. This training not only enhances skill development but also ensures students are ready to excel in high-pressure healthcare settings.

Benefits of State-of-the-Art Equipment for Health Training Programs

Offering the right equipment in a health lab provides students with invaluable experiences to get hands-on training outside of clinical practice. Realistic simulation technologies allow students to learn and practice their new skills safely. It also helps them more deeply understand concepts outside of lectures or readings.

Showcasing labs with cutting-edge equipment helps technical schools and colleges boost enrollment in their programs, helping the institution stand out and appeal to prospective students. Modern, interesting equipment shows the institution's commitment to investing in the careers of its students.

Examples of Equipment for Healthcare Training

There are many new technologies and tools to train students for health careers. The most engaging leverage immersive AR/VR and real-life simulations. AET Labs helps technical schools and colleges in New England identify and source training equipment for healthcare programs, including:

zSpace

zSpace is an engaging and immersive virtual/augmented reality learning platform with applications for teaching many healthcare topics. In addition to providing ways for students to explore health careers, they also offer NOCTI industry-recognized certifications for students in Nursing and Health Assisting.

Anatomage

The Anatomage Table is a 3D anatomy tool that gives students a life-like view of the human body in 3D detail. They can perform virtual dissections, understand how organs interact, and explore anatomical systems—all in a way that's safe and engaging.

Pocket Nurse

Pocket Nurse offers a huge library of supplies for hands-on teaching and simulations to practice skills like phlebotomy and diagnostics.  

Funding Equipment for Your Healthcare Program

With the increased demand for people to enter the healthcare workforce in New England, grants have been a beneficial source of funding for institutions providing industry-ready training to health science students. In Massachusetts, the Massachusetts Workforce Skills Cabinet provides grants for CTE schools and Chapter 74 programs, specifically dedicated to buying training equipment:

Massachusetts Skills Capital Grant Program: Awards grants for the purchase and installation of equipment and related improvements and renovations necessary for installation and use of equipment to support vocational and technical training that is aligned to regional economic and workforce development priorities for in-demand industries. Grants range from $50,000-$1,500,000 awards. 

At AET Labs, we equip technical high schools and community colleges with state-of-the-art technologies to train students for the modern workforce. Our team of experienced technology consultants, including former teachers, can help you—from your grant application to equipment installation—to ensure your healthcare labs benefit your students and institutions for years to come. Contact us today to learn more.