Connecting Your Future

Pre-Professional

The Gillette College Pre-Professional program is designed to prepare students for success in a number of healthcare pathways. Our small class sizes and experienced faculty give students the individualized attention they need to succeed. Our students also have the opportunity to participate in hands-on projects and internships. If you are interested in a career in a health-related field, the Gillette College Pre-Professional program is a great option. 

Why Choose the Gillette College Pre-Professional Program?

  • Experienced faculty:  Our faculty have years of experience in both industry and academia. They are passionate about teaching and helping students succeed, ensuring you learn an application-based curriculum to solve real-world problems.
  • Small class sizes: Our small class sizes allow for more individualized attention. Students have the opportunity to ask questions and get help from the instructor when they need it.
  • Supportive clinical partners: We have healthcare partners throughout the community and state that partner with us to offer a wide variety of hands-on clinical experiences.
  • Solid foundation: The Pre-Professional AS Program is the suggested course of study for individuals who would like to pursue a career in healthcare (Physician, Veterinarian, Optometrist, Pharmacist, Physical Therapist, etc.) and would like to prepare themselves with a broad scientific background. This program is designed to provide students with instruction in biological and physical sciences and to prepare students for upper-level courses in the specialty of choice. Professional programs in these areas usually require a Bachelor’s degree prior to entry.

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Degrees & Certificates

Pre-Professional AS

Justin Merryman
Life Science Faculty
307-681-6257

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BS, Anatomy, Parker University
BS, Health and Wellness, Parker University
PhD, Chiropractic Medicine, Parker University

Matt Craig
Life Science Faculty
307-681-6256

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BS, Biology (Wildlife Science Option), West Texas State University
MS, Biology, West Texas A&M University

Jason Olsen
Life Science Faculty
307-681-6255

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BS, Genetics and Biotechnology, Brigham Young University
MS, Integrative Genomics, Black Hills State University
ABD, Plant Biology & Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, Michigan State University

Careers & Opportunities

Our faculty’s years of industry experience allow students to learn through an application-based curriculum, using case studies to encourage students to develop a thinking pattern important for differential diagnosis. This relevant industry experience allows faculty to bring into the academic setting teaching strategies to address the real-life issues and challenges that students will face as they transition into their careers.

Career Paths for Pre-Professional Graduates
  • Medical Doctor
  • Doctor of Osteopathy
  • Bio-Medical Engineer
  • Doctor
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Physical Therapy
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Dentistry,
  • Chiropractic
  • Massage Therapy
  • Nursing