Course Offerings
General Education
BMGT 108
Business Management/Entrepreneurship - 3 Credits
In this class students study the different forms of business entities, how to begin a business, and operate a business
as an entrepreneur or manager. Important areas covered in the setting up and operation of a small business includes:
planning, organizing, controlling, strengths and weaknesses, site location, financing, human resources, and
promotion. Entrepreneurs and managers from the business community assist students by allowing observations and
speaking on their own business experiences. Field trips are taken to help students see managers and entrepreneurs’
function in the business setting or guests are invited to speak about their business.
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Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Spring 09 and Summer 09 Semesters
CHEM 100
Chemistry - 5 Credits
Course Schedule - Spring 09 Semester
COM 103
English Composition I - 3 Credits
English Composition I will examine rhetorical strategies and application of these strategies through writing,
emphasizing grammatical correctness, acceptable usage, effective organization and expression of ideas. Critical
thinking, argumentation, research and analysis of selected readings are part of the course. Assigned readings,
expository writings and a research paper are required. Prerequisite requirements: grade of C or better in COM099,
appropriate ACT/ASSET/Compass scores or permission of the department.
- Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Spring 09 Semesters
HE 230
Principles of Nutrition - 3 Credits
This course is an in depth study of essential
nutrients for healthy lifestyles, body processes and fallacies
with emphases on the scientific basis of nutrition.
- Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Spring 09 Semester
LAS 100
Introduction to Legal Aspects in
Healthcare - 1 Credit
This course will provide an introduction to
regulatory requirements in health care and application of
general principles of law in heath information management and
legal proceedings.
- Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Spring 09 Semesters
LIFE 140
Anatomy & Physiology and Lab - 5 Credits
Course Schedule - Spring 09 Semesters
LIFE 141
Microbiology and Lab - 5 Credits
Course Schedule - Spring 09 Semesters
PHIL 140
Ethics - 3 Credits
The focus of this course is to provide an
introductory survey of various philosophical theories that
explore moral issues. Students will be investigating,
analyzing and critiquing various arguments and situations that
attempt to answer questions concerning a variety of applied
ethical issues, such as gender differences, race, and religion.
- Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Spring 09 Semesters
PSY 250
Abnormal Psychology - 3 Credits
The objective of this course is to provide a
survey of the cognitive, behavioral, affective, and
physiological symptoms associated with psychological disorders.
Students will have the opportunity to learn and discuss the
historical foundation of abnormal psychology, assessment
strategies, characteristics of current diagnostic systems, as
well as contemporary psychological and psychiatric treatment
strategies. Prerequisite: Successful completion of SS100
General Psychology
- Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Spring 09 Semesters
SS 100
General Psychology - 3 Credits
This course is a survey of the introduction
to the social science of psychology. Emphasis is on
evaluation of theories, related research, and practical
application and understanding of behavior and mental process in
everyday life.
- Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Spring 09
SS 105
Human Growth & Development - 3 Credits
This course explores the biological, physical, cognitive, and social development of individuals from conception to death. This course will provide general knowledge of the overall process of human development and the changes that occur during the human life span from the pre-natal stage through death and dying.
- Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Summer 08, Fall 08, Spring 09, Summer 09 Semesters
Health Support Specialist
Note:
Winter Term 1 = Dec. 15 - Jan. 30
Winter Term 2 = Feb. 2 - Mar. 13
Winter Term 3 = Feb. 23 - Apr. 3
Winter Term 4 = Mar. 16 - Apr. 24
HS 101A
Medical Terminology I - 1 Credits
This course introduces students to the terms used in the medical field. The course includes words, anatomical terms,
and body systems. It also includes conversion tables and written terminology. - Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Spring 09
HS 101B
Medical Terminology II - 2 Credits
This course introduces students to the terms used in the medical field. The course includes words, anatomical terms,
and body systems. It also includes conversion tables and written terminology. - Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Spring 09
HS 103A
Environmental Services - 1 Credit and
OSHA 10 Hour Certificate
Students will learn to maintain a clean environment by completing housekeeping, laundering, and simple maintenance tasks within the guidelines of facility policies and procedures in addition to knowledge of State and Federal regulations. - Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Winter 1, 2, 3, 4 2009
HS 104A
Dining Services - 1 Credit and
ServSafe Certificate
Certification in ServSafe will be given in this course. It will include sanitation and food handling procedures that affect the quality of food service in the elder care facility. - Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Winter 1, 2, 3, 4 2009
AH 012A
CPR/First Aid/AED - 1 Credit
This course is designed to prepare individuals to respond to injuries and sudden illnesses that may arise in everyday life. It is designed to give individuals the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize, and provide basic care for injuries and sudden illness until medical personnel arrive and take over. - Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Spring 09
HS 102A
Culture Change - 1 Credit and Person
Centered Care Certificate
This course addresses the issues that plague the elder care industry. It presents solutions and strategies for students to follow that will improve the quality of life and care in an elder care facility. - Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Winter 1, 2, 3, 4 2009
HS 105A
Dementia Care - 1 Credit
Upon completion of this course participants should be able to provide care for the confused resident by: recognizing characteristics of a confused resident, identifying common behavior problems, stating common interventions for positive behavioral outcomes, listing the three stages of Alzheimer’s disease, describe how to interact with a confused resident and identifying at least three ways to care for the confused resident. - Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Spring 09
HS 106A
Activities Assistant - 1 Credit
Course Schedule - Spring 09
AH 010A
Nurse Aide - 4 Credits
{Offered Onsite}
This course is designed to train health care assistants in basic skills necessary to assist nurses in a variety of health care settings and to be efficient health care team members. - Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Spring 09
HS 100A
Rehabilitative Aide - 1 Credit
The rehabilitative aide performs restorative duties under the supervision of a registered nurse. The rehabilitative aide is a critical team member due to the many hours they spend with the residents. - Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Spring 09
AH 011A
Medication Aide - 3 Credits
{Offered Onsite}
Medication Aides can provide medications in nursing homes, assisted living centers; intermediate care facilities for the mentally retarded, schools, childcare settings; or patient homes. A Medication Aide is trained to work under the direct supervision of a caretaker or licensed health care professional. They provide routine medication by oral, inhalation, topical and instillation routes when appropriate direction and monitoring is provided. - Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Spring 09
Pharmacy Technician
*Courses may be used as Continuing Education
*PHRM
101
Orientation to Pharmacy Practice - 3 Credits
This course orients students to
the work of the pharmacy technicians and the context in which
technicians' work is performed. Students are introduced to
medication laws, standards, regulations, quality assurance and
its procedures. Safety issues will be covered such as
First Aid and CPR. Learning activities will include
fieldtrips to pharmacies (community and hospital based).
- Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Spring 09
*PHRM
102
Pharmaceutical Calculations - 3 Credits
Students will gain the skills to perform
pharmaceutical calculations required for the usual dosage
determinations and solution preparation. Emphasis will be
placed on basic computations, use of measuring tools, dosage
computations, compounding calculations and solution preparation.
- Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Spring 09
PHRM 111
Pharmacy Operations & Management
3 Credits
Students focus on the practice of management
and includes basic management principles, financial management,
personnel management, and pharmacy practice management.
The course integrates the role of operational management and the
development of a business plan utilizing financial management
and analysis. Role-playing will be used. Prerequisite: Successful completion of PHRM
102
- Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Spring 09
*PHRM
125
Pharmacology Across the Life Span I -
3 Credit
This course will provide an introduction
to basic concepts of pharmacology as it relates to all the body
systems. Students will have a review of each body system.
Common disorders and diseases of the human body will be
introduced. Common drug reactions and interactions will be
covered. The student will have a beginning working
knowledge of drug therapy and its relationship with individuals
across the lifespan upon the completion of this course.
- Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Spring 09
*PHRM
150
Pharmacy Technician Refresher Course
CPhT's and ExCPT - 3 Credits
Students will be refreshed in topics
such as law, ethics, communication, pharmacy calculations, body
systems, trade and generic names of drugs. The course will
focus on pharmacy technician skills needing to be updated for
continuing knowledge and competence in the ever-changing
pharmaceutical environment.
Prerequisite: National Certification as a Pharmacy
Technician (CPhT or ExCPT)
- Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Spring 09
*PHRM
225
Pharmacy Across the Life Span II - 3 Credits
This course builds upon PHRM 125.
Students will learn about medication affecting the body systems.
Students will learn the use and side effects of prescription
medications, nonprescription medications and alternative
therapies commonly used to treat diseases affecting the body
systems for the individuals across the life span.
Prerequisite: PHRM 125
- Course Syllabus
Course Schedule - Spring 09
Course Offerings
General Education
BMGT 108 Business Management/Entrepreneurship - 3 Credits In this class students study the different forms of business entities, how to begin a business, and operate a business as an entrepreneur or manager. Important areas covered in the setting up and operation of a small business includes: planning, organizing, controlling, strengths and weaknesses, site location, financing, human resources, and promotion. Entrepreneurs and managers from the business community assist students by allowing observations and speaking on their own business experiences. Field trips are taken to help students see managers and entrepreneurs’ function in the business setting or guests are invited to speak about their business.
- Course SyllabusCourse Schedule - Spring 09 and Summer 09 Semesters CHEM 100 Chemistry - 5 Credits Course Schedule - Spring 09 Semester COM 103 English Composition I - 3 Credits English Composition I will examine rhetorical strategies and application of these strategies through writing, emphasizing grammatical correctness, acceptable usage, effective organization and expression of ideas. Critical thinking, argumentation, research and analysis of selected readings are part of the course. Assigned readings, expository writings and a research paper are required. Prerequisite requirements: grade of C or better in COM099, appropriate ACT/ASSET/Compass scores or permission of the department.
- Course SyllabusCourse Schedule - Spring 09 Semesters HE 230 Principles of Nutrition - 3 Credits This course is an in depth study of essential nutrients for healthy lifestyles, body processes and fallacies with emphases on the scientific basis of nutrition.
- Course SyllabusCourse Schedule - Spring 09 Semester LAS 100 Introduction to Legal Aspects in Healthcare - 1 Credit This course will provide an introduction to regulatory requirements in health care and application of general principles of law in heath information management and legal proceedings.
- Course SyllabusCourse Schedule - Spring 09 Semesters LIFE 140 Anatomy & Physiology and Lab - 5 Credits Course Schedule - Spring 09 Semesters LIFE 141 Microbiology and Lab - 5 Credits Course Schedule - Spring 09 Semesters PHIL 140 Ethics - 3 Credits The focus of this course is to provide an introductory survey of various philosophical theories that explore moral issues. Students will be investigating, analyzing and critiquing various arguments and situations that attempt to answer questions concerning a variety of applied ethical issues, such as gender differences, race, and religion.
- Course SyllabusCourse Schedule - Spring 09 Semesters PSY 250 Abnormal Psychology - 3 Credits The objective of this course is to provide a survey of the cognitive, behavioral, affective, and physiological symptoms associated with psychological disorders. Students will have the opportunity to learn and discuss the historical foundation of abnormal psychology, assessment strategies, characteristics of current diagnostic systems, as well as contemporary psychological and psychiatric treatment strategies. Prerequisite: Successful completion of SS100 General Psychology
- Course SyllabusCourse Schedule - Spring 09 Semesters SS 100 General Psychology - 3 Credits This course is a survey of the introduction to the social science of psychology. Emphasis is on evaluation of theories, related research, and practical application and understanding of behavior and mental process in everyday life.
- Course SyllabusCourse Schedule - Spring 09 SS 105 Human Growth & Development - 3 Credits This course explores the biological, physical, cognitive, and social development of individuals from conception to death. This course will provide general knowledge of the overall process of human development and the changes that occur during the human life span from the pre-natal stage through death and dying.
- Course SyllabusCourse Schedule - Summer 08, Fall 08, Spring 09, Summer 09 Semesters
Health Support Specialist
Note:
Winter Term 1 = Dec. 15 - Jan. 30
Winter Term 2 = Feb. 2 - Mar. 13
Winter Term 3 = Feb. 23 - Apr. 3
Winter Term 4 = Mar. 16 - Apr. 24
HS 101A Medical Terminology I - 1 Credits This course introduces students to the terms used in the medical field. The course includes words, anatomical terms, and body systems. It also includes conversion tables and written terminology. - Course Syllabus Course Schedule - Spring 09 HS 101B Medical Terminology II - 2 Credits This course introduces students to the terms used in the medical field. The course includes words, anatomical terms, and body systems. It also includes conversion tables and written terminology. - Course Syllabus Course Schedule - Spring 09 HS 103A Environmental Services - 1 Credit and OSHA 10 Hour Certificate Students will learn to maintain a clean environment by completing housekeeping, laundering, and simple maintenance tasks within the guidelines of facility policies and procedures in addition to knowledge of State and Federal regulations. - Course Syllabus Course Schedule - Winter 1, 2, 3, 4 2009 HS 104A Dining Services - 1 Credit and ServSafe Certificate Certification in ServSafe will be given in this course. It will include sanitation and food handling procedures that affect the quality of food service in the elder care facility. - Course Syllabus Course Schedule - Winter 1, 2, 3, 4 2009 AH 012A CPR/First Aid/AED - 1 Credit This course is designed to prepare individuals to respond to injuries and sudden illnesses that may arise in everyday life. It is designed to give individuals the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize, and provide basic care for injuries and sudden illness until medical personnel arrive and take over. - Course Syllabus Course Schedule - Spring 09 HS 102A Culture Change - 1 Credit and Person Centered Care Certificate This course addresses the issues that plague the elder care industry. It presents solutions and strategies for students to follow that will improve the quality of life and care in an elder care facility. - Course Syllabus Course Schedule - Winter 1, 2, 3, 4 2009 HS 105A Dementia Care - 1 Credit Upon completion of this course participants should be able to provide care for the confused resident by: recognizing characteristics of a confused resident, identifying common behavior problems, stating common interventions for positive behavioral outcomes, listing the three stages of Alzheimer’s disease, describe how to interact with a confused resident and identifying at least three ways to care for the confused resident. - Course Syllabus Course Schedule - Spring 09 HS 106A Activities Assistant - 1 Credit Course Schedule - Spring 09 AH 010A Nurse Aide - 4 Credits {Offered Onsite} This course is designed to train health care assistants in basic skills necessary to assist nurses in a variety of health care settings and to be efficient health care team members. - Course Syllabus Course Schedule - Spring 09 HS 100A Rehabilitative Aide - 1 Credit The rehabilitative aide performs restorative duties under the supervision of a registered nurse. The rehabilitative aide is a critical team member due to the many hours they spend with the residents. - Course Syllabus Course Schedule - Spring 09 AH 011A Medication Aide - 3 Credits {Offered Onsite} Medication Aides can provide medications in nursing homes, assisted living centers; intermediate care facilities for the mentally retarded, schools, childcare settings; or patient homes. A Medication Aide is trained to work under the direct supervision of a caretaker or licensed health care professional. They provide routine medication by oral, inhalation, topical and instillation routes when appropriate direction and monitoring is provided. - Course Syllabus Course Schedule - Spring 09
Pharmacy Technician
*Courses may be used as Continuing Education
*PHRM 101 Orientation to Pharmacy Practice - 3 Credits This course orients students to the work of the pharmacy technicians and the context in which technicians' work is performed. Students are introduced to medication laws, standards, regulations, quality assurance and its procedures. Safety issues will be covered such as First Aid and CPR. Learning activities will include fieldtrips to pharmacies (community and hospital based).
- Course SyllabusCourse Schedule - Spring 09 *PHRM 102 Pharmaceutical Calculations - 3 Credits Students will gain the skills to perform pharmaceutical calculations required for the usual dosage determinations and solution preparation. Emphasis will be placed on basic computations, use of measuring tools, dosage computations, compounding calculations and solution preparation.
- Course SyllabusCourse Schedule - Spring 09 PHRM 111 Pharmacy Operations & Management 3 Credits Students focus on the practice of management and includes basic management principles, financial management, personnel management, and pharmacy practice management. The course integrates the role of operational management and the development of a business plan utilizing financial management and analysis. Role-playing will be used. Prerequisite: Successful completion of PHRM 102
- Course SyllabusCourse Schedule - Spring 09 *PHRM 125 Pharmacology Across the Life Span I - 3 Credit This course will provide an introduction to basic concepts of pharmacology as it relates to all the body systems. Students will have a review of each body system. Common disorders and diseases of the human body will be introduced. Common drug reactions and interactions will be covered. The student will have a beginning working knowledge of drug therapy and its relationship with individuals across the lifespan upon the completion of this course.
- Course SyllabusCourse Schedule - Spring 09 *PHRM 150 Pharmacy Technician Refresher Course CPhT's and ExCPT - 3 Credits Students will be refreshed in topics such as law, ethics, communication, pharmacy calculations, body systems, trade and generic names of drugs. The course will focus on pharmacy technician skills needing to be updated for continuing knowledge and competence in the ever-changing pharmaceutical environment.
Prerequisite: National Certification as a Pharmacy Technician (CPhT or ExCPT)
- Course SyllabusCourse Schedule - Spring 09 *PHRM 225 Pharmacy Across the Life Span II - 3 Credits This course builds upon PHRM 125. Students will learn about medication affecting the body systems. Students will learn the use and side effects of prescription medications, nonprescription medications and alternative therapies commonly used to treat diseases affecting the body systems for the individuals across the life span.
Prerequisite: PHRM 125
- Course SyllabusCourse Schedule - Spring 09
