Program Overview

University Programs

The university offers a range of programs across various fields of study. Below are the details of the programs offered.

Program Details

Emergency Room Technician Program (ERT)

The Emergency Room Technician Program is designed to provide technical support to MDs and RNs to optimize patient care. The program requires registrants to have American Heart Association CPR certification current before beginning the program and upon completion of the program. Students will be required to meet with the Program Coordinator once per semester to assess progress towards completion of the program, and a HS Diploma or equivalent is required.

The program consists of the following courses:

• AHA/BLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) (AHX100) - $175
• Medical Terminology & Body Systems (MBX 126) - $600
• EKG Tech (AHX170) - $1,150
• Phlebotomy Tech (AHX171) - $1,375
• IV Tech (AHX172) - $570
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) (AHX110) - $1,700

Total program cost: $5,570

Sterile Processing Technician Program

The Sterile Processing Technician program is designed to prepare students to function as a sterile processing professional in multiple healthcare settings. The program covers key areas such as:

• Instrumentation: Knowledge of surgical instruments and specialty devices
• Processing of Surgical Instrumentation: Decontamination, packaging, and sterilization of surgical instrumentation
• Processing of Moveable Patient Equipment: Processing, cleaning, testing, assembly, and distribution of movable patient care equipment
• Storage and Inventory: Storage, handling, and distribution of sterile surgical instrumentation and devices, as well as inventory control and cost recovery systems
• Medical Terminology: Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, and microbiology
• Prevention Processes: Infection prevention, decontamination, and disinfection processes

Program objectives include:

• Describe various functions of SPD
• Identify the health and safety regulations, standards, and guidelines that apply to the processing of medical devices and instrumentation
• Define anatomy and physiology, explain how they are related, and understand how anatomy and physiology relate to the work performed in the sterile processing department
• Understand the basic factors in disease transmission
• Describe the body's defenses against infection and the factors that affect the body's susceptibility to disease
• Distinguish between regulated medical waste and non-infectious waste
• Explain bloodborne pathogens and the safety precautions necessary in SPD
• Outline the standards required for a quality decontamination process
• Understand the appropriate dress code and the role of personal protective equipment (PPE) as it relates to OSHA regulations and employee safety and health
• Describe functions performed during chemical disinfection
• Describe the procedures that must be followed and the precautions that must be observed during the preparation and use of the variety of disinfecting agents used in the decontamination process
• Identify the processes needed to effectively disassemble, clean, disinfect, inspect, reassemble, test, store, and distribute movable patient care equipment

Certification requirements include:

• Provide 400 hours of hands-on experience during the previous five years preceding the application for Full CRCST Certification
• Provide 400 hours of hands-on experience within six months of passing the certification exam for Provisional CRCST Certification

Phlebotomy Technician Program

The Phlebotomy Technician program is designed to provide introductory skills to secure an entry-level position. The program covers various methods of blood collection through venipuncture, capillary puncture, and existing intravascular devices. Emphasis is placed on the use of anticoagulants, the order of draw, and procedures for obtaining and processing specimens. Safety considerations for all healthcare professionals and patients are discussed.

Program details include:

• Pre-/Co-Requisites: AHX-100 Basic Cardiac Life Support (CPR) or valid AHA certification in this course
• Program cost: Not specified
• Program objectives: Not specified

Pharmacy Technician Program

The Pharmacy Technician program is designed to prepare learners to enter the pharmacy field and take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board's PTCB exam. The program covers pharmacy medical terminology, reading and interpreting prescriptions, and defining generic and brand names drugs.

Program details include:

• Hybrid program
• 50-Hour schedule
• Hands-on labs
• eBooks and digital materials included
• National certification opportunity
• Certificate of completion

Requirements include:

• High School Diploma or GED

Patient Care Associate Program (PCA)

The Patient Care Associate program is designed to provide basic nursing assistant care as well as other skilled functions. The program includes five core competencies:

• CPR - Basic Cardiac Life Support (AHX100) - $175
• Medical Terminology & Body Systems (MBX 126) - $600
• EKG Technician (AHX170) - $1,150
• Phlebotomy Technician (AHX171) - $1,375
• Certified Nursing Assistant (NUX200) - $1,650

Total program cost: $4,950

Certified Nursing Assistant cannot be taken in the same semester as EKG and Phlebotomy.

After completing the program, students can take the certification exam from the NHA and become a Certified Patient Care Associate (CPCA).

Medical Terminology & Body Systems Program

The Medical Terminology & Body Systems program is designed to provide the foundational course to learn the language of medicine, using word parts and the basics of anatomy and physiology to understand the most common diseases, treatments, procedures, and acceptable abbreviations.

Program details include:

• Program cost: Not specified
• Program objectives: Not specified

Conclusion

The university offers a range of programs across various fields of study, including healthcare and allied services. Each program has its own set of requirements, admission criteria, and tuition fees. It is essential to review the program details carefully to ensure that the chosen program aligns with individual goals and objectives.