Allied Health

                     ALLIED HEALTH

BASIC PHLEBOTOMY
The student will discuss theoretical and practical aspects of specimen collection (including professionalism, ethics, terminology, quality control, and safety); use basic laboratory terminology; identify name and function of laboratory equipment; and explain issues of quality control and safety. This course is designed to prepare students to take the American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT) certification examination. Extensive additional clinical assignments are  required to complete ASPT pre-certification requirements. On-site registrations will not be accepted for this course. You must pre-register and provide proof of  mmunizations which includes Hepatitis B Series, 2-MMR's since 1981, Tetanus no older than 8 years, and have a current negative TB test no older than 6  months prior to the first day of class. All clinical time will be scheduled during the day. A minimum of ten (10) participants is required for this class to be held and a  maximum of twelve (12) students will be accepted. IMPORTANT: You will not be allowed to register or pay for this class without all requirements being met.  criminal background checks will be performed for all students.

CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE
Students learn the necessary skills to work in long-term care, home health, or hospital environments. A method of instruction providing detailed education, training and work-based experience, and direct patient/client care, generally at a clinical site. Specific detailed learning objectives are developed for each course by the faculty. On-site clinical instruction, supervision, evaluation, and placement is the responsibility of the college faculty. Clinical experiences are unpaid external learning experiences. Upon completion of the 60 hours of classroom and 24 hours of clinicals, each student will be required to take the State of Texas Certified Nurse Aide Competency Examination. Students must provide proof of immunization for Hepatitis B Series, 2-MMR's, Tetanus no older than 8 years, and a current negative TB test no older that 6 months prior to the first class, valid photo identification, and social security card prior to enrollment (Names must match on both documents). On-site registrations will not be accepted for this course. A maximum of ten (10) participants will be accepted for this class.  IMPORTANT: You will not be allowed to register or pay for this class without all requirements being met. Criminal background checks will be performed for all students.

CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE CLINICAL
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. This course is required for all students taking the Certified Nurse Aide class.

EKG MONITOR TECH
This introductory course is designed for those who want to work in the health care industry in a more advanced position. A basic knowledge of hospital protocol and medical terminology is recommended but not required. This course includes fundamentals of the anatomy and physiology of the cardiac system, basic  EKG procedures, interpretation of basic dysrhythmias and a brief look at treatment. This is a demanding course that requires an intense commitment to learning and understanding the complex concepts associated with the cardiac system. HOMEWORK on a daily basis will be necessary. The practicum will be the last three days of class. A maximum of twelve (12) students will be accepted. Study guide materials written by the instructor will be available for purchase the first class night for $45.00. Instruction includes 32 hours of classroom time and 24 hours of practicum for which the student must provide a lab coat.  Preregistration is required and students must provide a high school diploma or certified GED letter and proof of immunizations which include Hepatitis B Series, MMR since 1981, Tetanus no older that eight years and a negative TB test no older than six months. IMPORTANT: You will not be allowed to register or pay for this class without all requirements being met.

MATH FOR ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONS
This class will give the student a chance to review math skills needed to pass the LVN entrance test and supplement the Pharmacy Tech Test Preparation class. The student will review the four basic operations using fractions and decimals; changing between fractions and decimals, as well as changing forms of fractions and decimals; using percentages, ratios, and proportions in problem solving; using signed integers to solve simple and 2-step algebraic equations; changing units of measure, both metric and standard; interpreting graphs and diagrams; using probability to solve problems; and working with formulas for area, perimeter and volume. The class time allows for working sets of problems during class to insure understanding and accuracy. This class is recommended for students with marginal math skills.

MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION FOR NURSE AIDE
The student will receive instruction in the responsibilities and procedures associated with preparation and administration of designated medications by non-licensed nursing personnel employed in health care facilities licensed by the Texas Department of Health. This intensive course is required for certification as a Medication Aide. You must pre-register and provide proof of immunizations which include Tetanus in the last 8 years, TB test showing a negative reading no older that 6 months prior to the first day of class, a Measles, Mumps, Rubella vaccine since 1981 if born after 1957 and a Hepatitis B Series. You will also need to bring your driver's license, social security card, certified nurse aide license, names must match on these two documents, original diploma, transcript or certified GED letter. A minimum of ten (10) participants is required for this class to be held. Deadline for registration is when class is full. Participants who satisfactorily complete the course will be awarded a Continuing Education Certificate for 14.0 hours. IMPORTANT: You will not be allowed to register or pay for this class without all requirements being met. Criminal background checks will be performed for all students. On-site registrations will not be accepted for this course.
Special requirements for enrollment: You MUST
* Have a high school diploma or GED. Foreign transcripts or diplomas must be accompanied by a certified translation letter.
* Be currently employed in a facility as a nurse aide or non-licensed direct care staff person on the first official day of the training program.
* Have been employed in a facility for 90 days as a non-licensed direct care staff person within the 12-month period preceding the first official day of training. Applicants employed as a nurse aide in a Medicare-skilled nursing facility of a Medicaid nursing facility (nursing home) are exempt from the 90-day requirement.
* If you work for a MHMR or Correctional facility, you will need to meet state requirements to qualify.
These registration requirements are set by state law and several require notarized documentation. Students are responsible for ensuring that they meet the enrollment requirements. No refunds will be given for students failing to meet enrollment requirements. Class dates are listed for lecture only. Students must complete both lecture and clinicals. Clinical schedules will follow and may require different times and days of the week.

MEDICATION AIDE UPDATE
Fulfillment of the annual education renewal requirements for the Certified Medication Aide. Topics include review and update of medication aide training rules, medication administration, and related responsibilities. The student will identify current state guidelines regarding the roles and responsibilities associated  with medication administration for non-licensed nursing personnel employed in licensed health care agencies; and recognize current practices in medication administration, including side effects, implications, and contraindications of commonly used drugs. Please bring your license number with you at the time you register and the day of the class. Pre-registration is recommended.

PHARMACY TECH TEST PREPARATION
This is a test preparation review course for pharmacy technicians who will be taking the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam. The course is designed to augment your on-the-job training or provide an individual who has extensive knowledge with the tools to successfully complete the national exam. This is not an introductory course, however, highly motivated individuals willing to spend a significant amount of outside class time in memorization and other study techniques can also benefit. Subjects covered include pharmacology, safety, terminology, packing, dispensing, distribution, inventory management, pharmacy law, reading prescriptions, math topics on the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board exam such as aliquots, ratio and proportion, calculating percentage and ratio strengths, business math needed in pharmacy, and calculating IV flow rates, and other related topics. The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board gives this exam three times per year in March, July, and November. Further information regarding the national exam can be obtained by visiting their website at www.ptcb.org. The $120 exam fee, which is paid directly by the student to PTCB, is not included in the cost of this course. It is the student's responsibility to register and pay the exam fee directly to the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board. Application deadlines for the exam are generally two months prior to
the exam. All deadlines are receipt deadlines, not postmark dates. Your application materials must be received by PES by midnight of the date listed. Any application received after the receipt deadline will be returned to you unprocessed. Sending in your application early allows time for the application to be returned to you in case of errors. Applications received before the opening date of processing for that exam will be held until the appropriate date. Fees will not be refunded for a processed application unless you withdraw the application by the withdrawal deadline. PTCB cannot be responsible for the delivery times of the post office or for items lost in the mail. The use of an overnight, traceable mail service is encouraged. PES will not accept hand-delivered applications. PTCB requires that examinees have a high school diploma or GED and have never been convicted of a felony. The meeting dates for this class are subject to change by the instructor.