Medical Terminology
Prerequisite: High School Diploma or GED
HITT 1005. This 48-hour course presents a basic introduction and thorough discussion of all body systems with related terminology. The course is designed for students desiring employment in the health care profession, or those currently employed in need of a review in terminology and anticipate the need for updating their skills. This course serves as a prerequisite for many specific job-related courses at Del Mar College.
Health Psychology
Prerequisite: High School Diploma or GED
PSYT 1009. This 48-hour course introduces communication skills and psychological concepts necessary for successful employment in the health care industry. Caregiver/client relationships, coping skills, and therapeutic communication skills are covered. This course serves as a prerequisite for many health care courses at Del Mar.
Medical Law & Ethics for Health Professionals
Prerequisite: High School Diploma or GED
HPRS 2021. This 32-hour course is an introduction to the relationship between legal aspects and ethics associated with the health care field. Emphasis is on the ethical and legal responsibilities of health care professionals in a variety of settings. Patient rights, consent, and information on medical records are covered.
Nurse Aide for Health Care Organizations (Lecture/Theory)
Prerequisites:
- Social Security Card
- Valid Drivers License or Photo ID (names must match on both SS card and drivers license/Photo ID)
- English reading and writing proficiency
- GED or High school diploma is not required
- Must provide valid documentation of all required immunizations from a public health authority or physician prior to start of NURA 1060 - Clinical section. (Contact program department for complete listing of immunizations.)
- Background check required
NURA 1001. A 72-hour course in the preparation for entry level nursing assisants to achieve a level of knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to provide basic care to residents of long-term care facilities. Topics include resident's rights, communication, safety, observation, reporting and assisting residents in maintaining basic confort and safety. Emphases on effective interation with members of the health care team.
Clinical-Nursing Assistant/Aide
NURA 1060. This 72-hour course is a continuation of NURA 1001 Nurse Aid for Health Care Organizations. Emphasis in a health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts for entry level nursing assistances. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical instructor.
*Note: Students must enroll in both NURA 1001 and NURA 1060 to complete the program.
Medication Administration for Nurse Aide
Program Application Requirements:
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must be free of communicable diseases and in suitable physical and emotional health to safely administer medications.
- Must be a graduate of a high school or possess a General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
- Must be currently employed on the first official day of the applicant's medication aide training program, as either a Certified Nurse Aide employed in a Medicare Skilled Nursing facility or a Medicaid nursing facility.
or
- Non-licensed direct care staff person in a long term care, MHMR, or assisted living facility AND have been employed in such facility for 90 days within a 12-month period preceding the first official day of the applicant's medication aide training program.
- Must provide valid documentation of all required immunizations from a public health authority or physician prior to beginning clinical experience. (Contact program department for complete listing of immunizations.)
NURA 1013. This 140-hour course with instruction in the preparation and administration of designated medications by non-licensed nursing personnel employed in license health care agencies and the responsibilities associated with such administration. Includes a clinical experience to be arranged by the instructor. A completed application if required prior to registration and can be requested by the program department.
Medication Aide Administration Update for Nurse Aide
Effective January 2001, your license must be renewed annually prior to your birthday.
NURA 1041. A 7-hour course required for the annual renewal of a Certified Medication Aide permit. Topics include review/update requirements associated with medication administration and related responsibilities.
Phlebotomy
Admission Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED
- English reading & writing proficiency
- Required Immunizations (Contact department for complete listing of immunizations)
- Background check required
PLAB 1023. This 48 hour course provides skill development in the performance of a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques & universal precautions. Includes vacuum collection devices, syringes, capillary skin puncture, butterfly needles & blood culture, & specimen collection on adults, children, children, & infants. Emphasis on infection prevention, proper patient identification, labeling of specimens & quality assurance, specimen handling, processing & accessioning. Topics include professionalism, ethics, & medical terminology.
Phlebotomy Clinical
PLAB 1061. This 120-hour course is a health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts relevant to phlebotomy. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. Clinical rotations will be assigned at the start of the course and at various times during the day including early morning or late afternoon hours. Flexible schedules while enrolled in the clinical are highly recommended as these hours are required for successful course completion. Students are responsible for their own transportation to the clinical sites & may include travel outside Nueces County. Prerequisite: PLAB 1023.
*Curriculum & fees are subject to change at the discretion of the department.
Medical Assisting-Administrative
HITT 1005. Medical Terminology
This 48 hour course introduces the study of word origin & structure through the introduction of prefixes, suffixes, root words, plurals, abbreviations & symbols, surgical procedures, medical specialties, & diagnostic procedures.
PSYT 1009. Health Psychology
This 48 hour course provides the exploration of behavioral medicine & the interdependence of mind & body. Topics include the study of physiological, psychological, behavioral, & social affects of disease processes & disabilities. Preventative & restoration measures are also discussed.
HPRS 2021. Medical Law & Ethics for Health Professionals
This 32 hour course explores the principles, procedures, & regulations governing the legal & ethical relationships among physicians, patients, & health care professionals. Includes current ethical issues related to the various health care professions & patient confidentiality.
MDCA 1009. Anatomy & Physiology for Medical Assistants
This 48 hour course emphasizes on normal human anatomy & physiology of cells, tissues, organs & systems with overview of common pathophysiology.
MDCA 1021. Administrative Procedures
This 48 hour course examines medical office procedures, including appointment scheduling, medical records, creation & maintenance, phone communications, financial processes, coding, billing, collecting, third party reimbursement, credit arrangements, & computer use in the medical office.
MDCA 1002. Human Disease/Pathophysiology
This 48 hour course is a study of anatomy & physiology with emphasis on human pathophysiology, including etiology, prognosis, medical treatment, signs & symptoms of common diseases of all body systems.
Insurance Coding
Prerequisites:
- High School Diploma or GED
- HITT 1005 Medical Terminology
- HPRS 2021 Medical Law and Ethics; or,
- Strong medical background with documentation (prior approval from department program coordinator is required, contact 698-1391 for additional information)
HITT 1013. This 48-hour course provides the skills and knowledge in the health information field for ICD-9 and CPT coding of insurance forms for reimbursement of medical services. Students will identify different nomenclatures and classification systems and assign codes using appropriate rules, principles, guidelines, and conventions.
Coding and Classification Systems
Prerequisites:
- High School Diploma or GED
- HITT 1005 Medical Terminology AND
- HPRS 2021 Medical Law and Ethics OR
- Strong medical background with documentation. (Prior approval from the department program coordinator is required. Contact 698-1391 for additional information.)
HITT 1041. This 48-hour course involves the application of basic coding rules, principles, guidelines, and conventions of the ICD-9CM coding system. Students will identify different nomenclatures and classification systems and assign codes using appropriate rules, principles, guidelines, and conventions.
Medical Insurance
Prerequisites:
- High School Diploma or GED
- HITT 1013 Insurance Coding
- HITT 1041 Coding and Classification Systems
POFM 1027. This 48-hour course is a survey of medical insurance including the life cycle of various claim forms, terminology, litigation, patient relations, and ethical issues. Prepares students in the filing of insurance claims after proper preparation in all types of medical insurance coverage, whether it is in a physicians's office, hospital, clinic, or business setting. Students will learn how to complete medical insurance forms using the Medical Manager Software program. Preparation of computerized billing forms for electronic billing is covered.
Unit/Clerk Coordinator
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED
HUWC 1003. This 128-hour course offers instruction in medical terminology, communication skills and department procedures and functions, medical charts and forms, medical law and ethics, safety/risk management, and physician order transcription for unit clerks in the health care facilities. Emphasis on hospital and emergency department services. Class lecture/theory and clinical experience will be conducted in an acute care setting.
MANDATORY IMMUNIZATIONS FOR MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION, NURSING ASSISTANT AND PHLEBOTOMY COURSES
1. One dose of measles, mumps and rubella vaccine (MMR)
2. One dose of tetanus-diphtheria toxoid (TD) is required within the last ten years.
3. Two doses of Varicella vaccination. (A parent or physician statement of chicken pox is acceptable.)
4. Completed series of three vaccinations for hepatitis B vaccine (or a minimum of one dose prior to the classroom portion of the course, with a second dose completed prior to the clinical portion of the course).
5. Proof of negative PPD (or chest x-ray) for tuberculosis within the last 180 days.
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