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BA201 – Public Speaking (60 Clock Hours / 5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: BAA101, BAA102, BAA103, BAA104, BAA105, BAA106, BAA107
Description: In this course, students will demonstrate the skills necessary to communicate effectively through exercises and presentations that reflect practical, real-world situations. The purpose of the course is to improve the student's skill in speaking publicly by providing relevant knowledge and opportunity to apply that knowledge.

BA202 – Organizational Behavior (60 Clock Hours / 5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: BAA101, BAA102, BAA103, BAA104, BAA105, BAA106, BAA107
Description: This course provides a comprehensive analysis of individual and group behavior in organizations. Its purpose is to provide an understanding of how organizations can be managed more effectively and at the same time enhance the quality of employees' work life. Topics include motivation, rewarding behavior, stress, individual and group behavior, conflict, diversity, leadership, job design, organizational structure, decision making, communication and organizational change and development.

BA203 – Entrepreneurship (60 Clock Hours / 5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: BAA101, BAA102, BAA103, BAA104, BAA105, BAA106, BAA107
Description: In this course, students will be introduced to the concept of entrepreneurship. Students will acquire the knowledge of the nature and scope of entrepreneurship and understand the impact of entrepreneurship on market economies. Students will examine and develop the personal traits and behaviors fundamental to becoming a successful entrepreneur and will be exposed to the first steps of the entrepreneurial process including the development of business plans. In addition, students will develop an understanding of economic concepts and the marketing functions.

BA204 – Business Law (60 Clock Hours / 5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: BAA101, BAA102, BAA103, BAA104, BAA105, BAA106, BAA107
Description: In this course, students will be introduced to law and its application in the business world. The course covers business ethics; the judicial process and court systems; the constitutional grounds for business regulation; torts, personal, real, and intellectual property; contracts, sales, agency, employment law, business organizations including partnerships and corporations; and government regulation of business.

BA211 – Business Administration Externship (220 Clock Hours / 10 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: BAA101, BAA102, BAA103, BAA104, BAA105, BAA106, BAA107
Description: This course is designed to bridge the gap between vocational education and real-world professional environments, preparing students for a smooth transition into their chosen careers. The digital component equips students with essential skills and strategies for navigating the modern workplace successfully. The externship component allows each student to apply their education in an affiliated professional facility where they can further develop the skills learned in class. Externs will work in one or more professional facilities.

BAA101 – Introduction to Business Administrative Assisting (80 Clock Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: This course describes the role of an administrative assistant in various business settings, the core administrative assisting skillset, ethical and legal considerations of a career in business administration, and career opportunities. Students are introduced to the different types of business ownership structures, common employee positions and organizational chart layouts, and other organizational considerations. This course also includes training during which students are introduced to computer usage, office equipment, troubleshooting, and business administration computer software.

BAA102 – Introduction to Business Writing I (80 Clock Hours / 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: BAA101
Description: In this course, students will learn the written communication skills with an emphasis on understanding the writing process, reviewing basic grammar and punctuation concepts, and practicing writing for personal and professional applications. This course provides students with practical knowledge of business administrative writing and places an emphasis on effective email communication, agenda preparation, and recording meeting minutes.

BAA103 – Introduction to Business Writing II (80 Clock Hours / 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: BAA101, BAA102
Description: In this course, students will learn to effectively communicate and convey ideas to large numbers of people through formal communication portals such as email, office memos, and business plan proposals. In addition to business administrative writing skills, students will learn about information literacy and how to assess the validity of various internet sources. Upon completion of this course, the business administration student will be able to write proficiently, communicate effectively through writing, and be able to identify accredited sources when conducting online research.

BAA104 – Introduction to Business Math [ 80 Clock Hours / 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours ]

Prerequisites: BAA101, BAA102, BAA103
Description: This course presents an overview of various mathematics functions commonly performed in a business administrative position. Students are introduced to college math which includes graphing, fractions, and percentages and emphasizes word problems that simulate real-life business problems. Students will learn Microsoft Excel applications such as creating formulas, creating tables and graphs, and data validation. Students will also learn how to manage a financial point of sale (e.g. how to set up and accept payments). Finally, students will learn about the fundamental financial components of a business plan including profit and loss projections and operating budgets.

BAA105 – Introduction to Business Communications I (80 Clock Hours / 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: BAA101, BAA102, BAA103, BAA104
Description: This course explores the different forms of communication associated with a business administrative position. Students will learn to formally communicate with various populations they may encounter in business. This course focuses on communication with customers and coworkers and also provides an introduction to basic sales techniques. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to communicate professionally and effectively in a business environment.

BAA106 – Introduction to Business Communications II (80 Clock Hours / 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: BAA101, BAA102, BAA103, BAA104, BAA105
Description: This course explores the different forms of communication associated with a business administrative position. Students will learn to formally communicate with various populations they may encounter in business. This course focuses on more advanced sales techniques as well as the development of marketing materials. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to communicate professionally and effectively in a business environment.

BAA107 – Introduction to Business Management (80 Clock Hours / 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: BAA101, BAA102, BAA103, BAA104, BAA105, BAA106
Description: This course provides the student with the basic elements of business management. This includes leadership and human resources. The student will be introduced to all levels of employment within a business and learn professional leadership skills. Upon completion of this course, students will understand the different parts of a business in order for a business to be functional and successful.

BAA201 – Business Administrative Assisting Externship (220 Clock Hours / 10 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: BAA101, BAA102, BAA103, BAA104, BAA105, BAA106, BAA107 and BAA111
Description: This course is designed to bridge the gap between vocational education and real-world professional environments, preparing students for a smooth transition into their chosen careers. The digital component equips students with essential skills and strategies for navigating the modern workplace successfully. The externship component allows each student to apply their education in an affiliated professional facility where they can further develop the skills learned in class. Externs will work in one or more professional facilities.

CJ201 – Victimology (60 Clock Hours/5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: CJP101, CJP102, CJP103, CJP104, CJP105, CJP106, CJP107
Description: This course provides students with an overview of victim-offender relationships and the justice system. It examines the history and evolution of victimology as well as the types of victims and crimes, consequences of victimization and advocacy for victims. The course also focuses on the legal rights of and restitution for victims.

CJ202 – Criminal Investigation (60 Clock Hours/5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: CJP101, CJP102, CJP103, CJP104, CJP105, CJP106, CJP107
Description: This course teaches students the fundamentals of criminal investigation by examining the processes involved in identifying and arresting criminal suspects, identifying the types of crimes and offenses, and in preparing for court.

CJ203 – Probation (60 Clock Hours/5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: CJP101, CJP102, CJP103, CJP104, CJP105, CJP106, CJP107
Description: This course focuses on adult and juvenile probation, parole, and related institutions.

CJ204 – Introduction to Homeland Security (60 Clock Hours/5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: CJP101, CJP102, CJP103, CJP104, CJP105, CJP106, CJP107
Description: This course focuses on the foundations of Homeland Security, including the origins of the national security apparatus and how it evolved into its current form to combat terrorism. It discusses intelligence and counterintelligence efforts and how these are used to combat terrorism at various levels. It also explores these topics as they relate to terrorist financing, the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, and cybercrime prevention efforts. Finally, the course examines the Department of Homeland Security's mandate to enforce border security and immigration laws.

CJ211 – Field Investigations (30 Clock Hours/2.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: CJP101, CJP102, CJP103, CJP104, CJP105, CJP106, CJP107
Description: This course gives students an opportunity to gain experience in criminal investigation techniques through real-life cold cases, wrongful convictions and missing and exploited children cases. Students are provided the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills developed throughout their Criminal Justice Program to these specialized matters, working with experts in the field.

CJP101 – Introduction to Criminal Justice (80 Clock Hours / 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: This course introduces students to the criminal justice system and its three main components: law enforcement, the courts, and corrections. It reviews what constitutes a criminal offense, how crime is measured, and theories of crime causation. This course also looks at the issues and challenges facing today’s criminal justice system and examines possible future directions.

CJP102 – Introduction to Criminal Procedures (80 Clock Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: CJP101
Description: This course focuses on the constitutional rights of criminal defendants as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Students discuss Supreme Court decisions and identify their significance for the justice system.

CJP103 – Professional Writing for Criminal Justice (80 Clock Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: CJP101, CJP102
Description: In this course, students will learn how to find and analyze the law relating to various kinds of legal issues, using both print materials and electronic databases. Students will also review writing basics and will learn correct formatting of correspondence and legal documents as they gain experience in preparing professional legal correspondence and other legal documents.

CJP104 – Criminal Justice Ethics (80 Clock Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: CJP101, CJP102, CJP103
Description: This course provides students with the background and framework needed to recognize ethical decisions, assess the moral and ethical implications of various scenarios in the legal and law enforcement field, and explain the decision-making process behind their ethical assessments. It will introduce the theories of formalism and utilitarianism and explain their applications to crime, law, police enforcement, and the court system. Upon completion of this course, the criminal justice student will be able to explain the impacts of ethical decisions and develop a code of ethics necessary to succeed in the legal and law enforcement fields.

CJP105 – Security Principles (80 Clock Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: CJP101, CJP102, CJP103, CJP104
Description: This course provides students with an overview of security in society and security management. It examines the evolution and legal aspects of security as well as the fundamentals, sectors, and challenges to present day and future security. The course also focuses on leadership and management in security.

CJP106 – Introduction to Policing (80 Clock Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: CJP101, CJP102, CJP103, CJP104, CJP105
Description: This course gives students an overview of the police and their mission. It examines the evolution of policing as well as methods, issues, and challenges to present day policing. The course also looks at technology in the service of law enforcement, and explores the future of policing.

CJP107 – Introduction to Corrections (80 Clock Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: CJP101, CJP102, CJP103, CJP104, CJP105, CJ106
Description: This course provides an overview of the field of corrections. It reviews prisons and jails, correctional policies, agencies, prison life, and challenges facing corrections.

CJP201 – Criminal Justice Externship (220 Clock Hours / 10 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: CJP101, CJP102, CJP103, CJP104, CJP105, CJP106, CJP107, SAS101
Description: This course is designed to bridge the gap between vocational education and real-world professional environments, preparing students for a smooth transition into their chosen careers. The digital component equips students with essential skills and strategies for navigating the modern workplace successfully. The externship component allows each student to apply their education in an affiliated professional facility where they can further develop the skills learned in class. Externs will work in one or more professional facilities.

DA101 – Dental Office Administration (80 Clock Hours / 6.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: This course explains the role of the dental assistant within the dental industry and the ethical and legal considerations needed to safely work as a dental assistant. Additionally, this course will address how to successfully navigate communication issues with patients, coworkers and supervisors.

DA102 – Dental Anatomy and Disease (80 Clock Hours / 6.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: DA101
Description: This course begins with a review of head, neck, and oral anatomy. It continues with a review of the different types of dentition and numbering systems used in dentistry and a discussion of tooth morphology. The course then provides instruction on the different manifestations of dental disease, such as dental caries, periodontal disease, and other oral pathologies. Finally, the course reviews the impacts of nutrition on oral health and preventive dentistry techniques used to minimize the risk of oral disease.

DA103 – Health, Safety, and Infection Control (80 Clock Hours / 6.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: DA101, DA102
Description: This course introduces students to microbiology as it relates to the practice of dentistry, followed by a detailed review of disease transmission methods and disinfection and sterilization procedures. It continues with a discussion of waterline, chemical, and waste management, and the regulatory and advisory agencies that participate in enforcing standards related to these procedures. Finally, it includes a review of ergonomic considerations in the dental office.

DA104 – Medical Assessment and Documentation (80 Clock Hours / 6.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: DA101, DA102, DA103
Description: This course begins with a review of the basic components of the patient record and the proper documentation of patient medical histories and vital signs. It continues with an explanation of oral diagnosis and treatment planning and the adjustments needed to accommodate patient medication regimens or to support special needs and medically compromised patients. Finally, the course provides guidance for properly assisting with medical emergencies in the dental office.

DA105 – Clinical Dentistry I (80 Clock Hours / 6.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: DA101, DA102, DA103, DA104
Description: This course introduces students to the equipment typically found in a general dentistry setting, including dental operatories, dental hand instruments, and dental handpieces. It continues with a discussion of the moisture control and pain control techniques used in dentistry. The course finishes with a review of important radiography topics such as the equipment used in both intraoral and extraoral imaging, radiation safety protocols, and standard imaging procedures.

DA106 – Clinical Dentistry II (80 Clock Hours / 6.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: DA101, DA102, DA103, DA104, DA105
Description: This course introduces students to the materials typically found in a general dentistry setting, including dental liners, bases, bonding agents, cements, impression materials, and laboratory materials. The course continues with an introduction to restorative dentistry procedures, including instruction on the proper placement and use of matrix systems. The course concludes with an introduction to fixed prosthodontics and provisional coverage.

DA107 – Clinical Dentistry III (80 Clock Hours / 6.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: DA101, DA102, DA103, DA104, DA105, DA106
Description: This course introduces students to chairside assisting in the context of specialty procedures, covering the armamentarium and role of a dental assistant during removable prosthodontic, implant, endodontic, periodontal, surgical, pediatric, and orthodontic procedures.

DA201 – Dental Assisting Externship (180 Clock Hours / 6.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: DA101, DA102, DA103, DA104, DA105, DA106, DA107, and DA111.
Description: The pass/fail externship gives each student the opportunity to apply their education in a real-world dental office while remaining supervised by program faculty and externship coordinator and guided in further development of the skills learned in class. Externs will work in one or more general and/or specialty dentistry offices for a total of 180 hours.

Each extern will be expected to perform in accordance with the professional standards taught at Northwest Career College. Upon completion of this externship, each dental assisting student will have been exposed to the real world of dental assisting. A select number of local dental offices have been selected for their ability to successfully assist our students in their development through careful observation and teaching through hands-on training.

DAA101 – Introduction to Dental Terminology (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: The course provides an introduction to dental terminology via a review of the basic word structure, along with prefixes and suffixes of common terms used in the dental industry. It also provides instruction on dental abbreviations, acronyms, symbols, and eponyms. It also begins the student’s introduction to anatomy and physiology by utilizing systems-based discussions to explain the organization and functions of the mouth. Students are introduced to examination, prevention, infection control, and handling emergency situations. Finally, it begins the student’s introduction to equipment, materials, and procedures.

DAA102 – Diagnostic and Procedural Terminology (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: DAA101
Description: The course continues the student’s systems-based instruction in materials and equipment by describing the various procedures and specializations associated with the various dental fields. It then advances the discussion of dental terminology in the context of oral, maxillofacial, cosmetic procedures. It further reviews the processes and materials associated with diagnostic tests and dental procedures. It finally introduces the student to business management procedures with regard to managing a dental facility

DAA103 – Introduction to Dental Administration (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: DAA101, DAA102
Description: The course provides an introduction to the dental industry by describing the role of the Dental Administrative Specialist and the roles of other allied health professionals in the dental field. It introduces dental laws and ethics and addresses how they complement one another. Finally, the course provides an introduction to the basic responsibilities of the Administrative Dental Assistant and gives students the opportunity to learn the basic computer skills, telephone skills, and written communication skills needed to succeed in an office setting.

DAA104 – Communication in a Dental Office (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: DAA101, DAA102, DAA103
Description: The course introduces the different types of communication that exists in the dental office and how to effectively use communication skills to interact with patients and the dental healthcare team. It also provides how to write a professional business letter and how HIPAA affects written communication.

DAA105 – Health Information and Dental Records Management (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: DAA101, DAA102, DAA103, DAA104
Description: The course provides an overview of daily operations in a private dental office. It includes training in patient reception skills and scheduling. It also introduces dental records management, both paper and electronic. It continues by addressing privacy concerns in the dental field. Finally, it provides insight into health information usage, including health statistics and the importance of quality assurance and management.

DAA106 – Introduction to Billing, Coding, and Claims (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: DAA101, DAA102, DAA103, DAA104, DAA105
Description: The course provides an introduction to filing methods and inventory management. It also introduces dental insurance and documentation in electronic health records. It introduces and provides the proper recording guidelines for the CDT and ICD-10-CM diagnostic coding systems. Finally, it continues with a discussion of paper and electronic insurance claim forms and how to initiate the claims process.

DAA107 – Financial and Practice Management (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: DAA101, DAA102, DAA103, DAA104, DAA105, DAA106
Description: The course provides an introduction to banking services and procedures. It also addresses the basics of human resources and marketing in a private dental office. The course continues with an overview of financial and practice management. Finally, it introduces various office and insurance collection practices.

ENG101 – English Composition I (50 Clock Hours/5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: The course develops written communication skills with emphasis on understanding the writing process, analyzing readings, and practicing writing for personal and professional applications.

ENG102 – English Composition II (50 Clock Hours/5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: This course builds on the lessons learned in English Composition I. In addition to reviewing the writing process, students learn research techniques, citation techniques, documentation formats, and critical analysis of written topics.

HCA201 – Healthcare Law (60 Clock Hours / 5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MAA101, MAA102, MAA103, MAA104, MAA105, MAA106, MAA107 OR DAA101, DAA102, DAA103, DAA104, DAA105, DAA106, DAA107
Description: This course provides students with an overview of the laws and regulations specific to the health care industry. The course presents how ethics are intertwined in the healthcare system and discusses the future of health care.

HCA202 – Healthcare Finance (60 Clock Hours / 5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MAA101, MAA102, MAA103, MAA104, MAA105, MAA106, MAA107 OR DAA101, DAA102, DAA103, DAA104, DAA105, DAA106, DAA107
Description: This course provides a basic understanding of health care financial management. The course provides knowledge of accounting principles and tools to analyze the financial health of the organization. It will also present how financial principles can affect the decision-making process.

HCA203 – Human Resource Management in Healthcare (60 Clock Hours / 5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MAA101, MAA102, MAA103, MAA104, MAA105, MAA106, MAA107 OR DAA101, DAA102, DAA103, DAA104, DAA105, DAA106, DAA107
Description: This course provides an overview of the essential role of human resource management in a healthcare setting. The course presents a foundation for major elements in human resources, challenges presented in healthcare, and strategies to overcome them. It also provides information on how to plan and reform human resource practices.

HCA204 – Healthcare Management (60 Clock Hours / 5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MAA101, MAA102, MAA103, MAA104, MAA105, MAA106, MAA107 OR DAA101, DAA102, DAA103, DAA104, DAA105, DAA106, DAA107
Description: This course provides students with an overview of the basics of healthcare management. The course presents information on ethics, strategic planning, and cost management.

HCA211 – Healthcare Administration Externship (220 Clock Hours / 10 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MAA101, MAA102, MAA103, MAA104, MAA105, MAA106, MAA107 OR DAA101, DAA102, DAA103, DAA104, DAA105, DAA106, DAA107
Description: This course is designed to bridge the gap between vocational education and real-world professional environments, preparing students for a smooth transition into their chosen careers. The digital component equips students with essential skills and strategies for navigating the modern workplace successfully. The externship component allows each student to apply their education in an affiliated professional facility where they can further develop the skills learned in class. Externs will work in one or more professional facilities.

HIST101 – American Government and the Nevada State Constitution (50 Clock Hours/5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: This course introduces students to the fundamentals of American government and politics focusing on the historical evolution of government and policies, the major institutions, and the major processes. Course goals include developing an interest in today’s government and an understanding of policy development and politics. Topics include the Constitution, federalism, civil rights and liberties, the structure and processes of the three branches of government, political socialization, interest groups and public opinion, political parties and the election process, as well as basic US social, economic, and foreign policy.

ITT101 – Introduction to Information Technology (80 Contact Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: Students will begin by learning about the history of information technology, with an emphasis on foundational terminology. Students will then learn about core concepts related to hardware, software, networking, and computing devices.

ITT102 – Introduction to Technician Fundamentals (80 Contact Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: ITT101
Description: In this course, students will learn about data types, notational systems, and programming language. Students will then learn about basic networking concepts, network security concepts, and threats to network security. Finally, students will learn about basic troubleshooting methodology and business continuity concepts.

ITT103 – Introduction to Hardware Fundamentals (80 Contact Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: ITT101, ITT102
Description: In this course, students will demonstrate the skills necessary to develop a deeper understanding about hardware and devices through exercises and presentations that reflect practical, real-world situations. The purpose of the course is to improve the student's knowledge base and to have the basic skills to understand the various types of technology and its components.

ITT104 – Introduction to Networking Fundamentals (80 Contact Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: ITT101, ITT102, ITT103
Description: In this course, students will demonstrate the skills necessary to understand the foundation of IT Networking. They will be introduced on Transmission Control Protocols/Internet Protocols to learn how nodes operate in a network topologies, workgroups, and domains. Students will learn the basics of a wireless networks for home and small office-home office environments. They will develop the basics of virtualization and cloud computing.

ITT105 – Introduction to Devices and Troubleshooting (80 Contact Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: ITT101, ITT102, ITT103, ITT104
Description: In this course, students will demonstrate the skills necessary to identify parts of laptop and mobile devices. Students will learn about mobile connectivity and applications. A key skill for any IT professional is to understand how to troubleshoot technology. To discover the root cause and apply a plan to correct the problem and record the results. This foundational course will give students a framework to troubleshoot various hardware.

ITT106 – Introduction to Operating Systems (80 Contact Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: ITT101, ITT102, ITT103, ITT104, ITT105
Description: In this course, students will demonstrate the skills necessary to understand and use Windows, Apple macOS, and Linux operating systems. Students will be introduced to Windows configurations and administration. The course will outline a deeper dive into how to use utilities within the operating system to diagnose any issues and address any performance issues.

ITT107 – Introduction to Network Security (80 Contact Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: ITT101, ITT102, ITT103, ITT104, ITT105, IT1T06
Description: In this course, students will demonstrate the skills necessary to understand basic IT Security fundamentals and concepts. Students will undergo learning about malware and vulnerabilities, and the best practices to prevent any insecurities. This course will also cover scripting languages and remote access. Lastly, students will demonstrate IT professionalism and IT documentation processes.

ITT201 – IT Technician Externship (220 Clock Hours / 10 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: ITT101, ITT102, ITT103, ITT104, ITT105, ITT106, ITT107, and ITT111
Description: This course is designed to bridge the gap between vocational education and real-world professional environments, preparing students for a smooth transition into their chosen careers. The digital component equips students with essential skills and strategies for navigating the modern workplace successfully. The externship component allows each student to apply their education in an affiliated professional facility where they can further develop the skills learned in class. Externs will work in one or more professional facilities.

LA101 – Introduction to the Law Office (80 Clock Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: This course presents the role of legal assistants in the legal system, legal assisting skills, legal working environments, ethical considerations, and career opportunities. Students are introduced to case management, calendaring, file management and legal technology.

LA102 – Introduction to Law (80 Clock Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: LA101
Description: This course presents an overview of various substantive and procedural areas of the law and their corresponding legal practice area. Students are introduced to the sources of law, an overview of courts, alternate dispute resolution systems, and various substantive and procedural areas of the law.

LA103 – Introduction to Legal Research and Writing (80 Clock Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: LA101, LA102
Description: This course is designed to provide students with a solid working knowledge of the tools in law libraries, including both state and federal primary and secondary materials. Students will find, analyze, and solve problems in the legal world. In addition, students will adapt the research material into legal memoranda and pleadings and communicate the results in a competent and ethical manner.

LA104 – Introduction to Legal Ethics (80 Clock Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: LA101, LA102, LA103
Description: This course provides students with practical knowledge of the law of professional responsibility and how that law is applied to legal assistants. In addition to the general legal ethical concepts presented in the course, students will research individual state professional responsibility rules. Upon completion of this course, the legal assisting student will be able to recognize an ethical issue, categorize it, and research the possible solutions to the issue.

LA105 – Introduction to Contracts (80 Clock Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: LA101, LA102, LA103, LA104
Description: This course provides students with a general overview and understanding of the elements of a contractual relationship/agreement, applicable laws related to contract negotiations and terms, and the remedies available if the relationship/agreement is breached.

LA106 – Introduction to Civil Law (80 Clock Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: LA101, LA102, LA103, LA104, LA105
Description: This course explores the process and procedures associated with a civil case. It includes the initial client interview and fact gathering, preparations of pleadings, trial preparation, post trial procedure, ethical considerations for handling a civil law case, and the application of technology in the preparation and trial of a law suit.

LA107 – Introduction to Criminal Law (80 Clock Hours/7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: LA101, LA102, LA103, LA104, LA105, LA106
Description: This course provides the student with the basic principles and history of American criminal law, the elements of specific crimes, the procedures of the criminal justice process, and the constitutional rights of the accused.

LA201 – Legal Assisting Externship (220 Clock Hours / 10 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: LA101, LA102, LA103, LA104, LA105, LA106, LA107, and SAS101
Description: This course is designed to bridge the gap between vocational education and real-world professional environments, preparing students for a smooth transition into their chosen careers. The digital component equips students with essential skills and strategies for navigating the modern workplace successfully. The externship component allows each student to apply their education in an affiliated professional facility where they can further develop the skills learned in class. Externs will work in one or more professional facilities.

MA101 – Introduction to Medical Assisting (80 Clock Hours – 6 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: The course provides an introduction to the healthcare industry and the profession of Medical Assisting. The course then reviews the legal system and how it relates to the health care industry, with an emphasis on protection of Patient Rights (including Privacy). It also addresses the concept of medical ethics and how medical laws and medical ethics compare to one another. Finally, it discusses the front office responsibilities of a medical assistant, including telephone techniques, patient reception, and appointment scheduling.

MA102 – Medical Records and Insurance (80 Clock Hours – 6 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MA101
Description: The course provides an introduction to technology in the medical office, with an emphasis placed on computers and electronic health records. It also briefly reviews the various paper records systems. It continues with a review of medical insurance, its role healthcare, and an introductory discussion of electronic billing and coding. Finally, the course concludes with a review of banking and financial management in the healthcare setting.

MA103 – Pharmacology and Patient Education (80 Clock Hours – 6 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MA101, MA102
Description: The course provides an introduction to the principles of pharmacology such as different routes of administering medications and the various classification systems for recreational and prescription drugs. A basic mathematics review is included when addressing dosage calculations. The course addresses the communication challenges with patients and places an emphasis on effective patient education techniques. Finally, it concludes with a review of vital signs and medical emergencies.

MA104 – Body Systems and Medical Specialties I (80 Clock Hours – 6 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MA101, MA102, MA103
Description: The course provides an introduction to cell biology and basic human physiology. The course then reviews the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the integumentary system, the muscular system, and the skeletal system. Finally, the course reviews assisting with physical exams, minor surgical procedures, radiology procedures, and patients who have physical restrictions or are going through physical therapy and rehabilitation.

MA105 – Body Systems and Medical Specialties II (80 Clock Hours – 6 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MA101, MA102, MA103, MA104
Description: The course reviews the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the nervous system (including special senses) and the endocrine system. The course also reviews assisting with neurological exams, ear and eye care, mental health patients, and geriatric patients.

MA106 – Body Systems and Medical Specialties III (80 Clock Hours – 6 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MA101, MA102, MA103, MA104, MA105
Description: The course reviews the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the respiratory system, the circulatory system, the lymphatic system, and the immune system. The course then reviews concepts related to the spread of disease and infection control. Finally, the course reviews assisting with Pulmonary Function Tests, ECGs, Venipuncture, and Hematology/Blood Testing procedures in a clinical laboratory setting.

MA107 – Body Systems and Medical Specialties IV (80 Clock Hours – 6 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MA101, MA102, MA103, MA104, MA105, MA106
Description: The course reviews the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the digestive system, the urinary system, and the reproductive system. The course also reviews assisting with educating patients about Nutrition, performing Urinalysis, and assisting with Urology and Gynecology procedures.

MA201 – Medical Assisting Externship (220 Clock Hours / 10 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MA101, MA102, MA103, MA104, MA105, MA106, MA107, and MA111
Description: This course is designed to bridge the gap between vocational education and real-world professional environments, preparing students for a smooth transition into their chosen careers. The digital component equips students with essential skills and strategies for navigating the modern workplace successfully. The externship component allows each student to apply their education in an affiliated professional facility where they can further develop the skills learned in class. Externs will work in one or more professional facilities.

MAA101 – Introduction to Medical Administration (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: The course provides an introduction to the healthcare industry by describing the role of the Medical Administrative Specialist and the roles of other allied health professionals in the medical field. It provides an introduction to medical laws and ethics and addresses how they complement one another. Finally, the course provides an introduction to the basic responsibilities of the Administrative Medical Assistant and gives students the opportunity to learn the basic computer skills, telephone skills, and written communication skills needed to succeed in an office setting.

MAA102 – Health Information and Medical Records Management (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MAA101
Description: The course begins with an overview of the daily operations of a private medical office. It continues with training in basic patient reception skills and scheduling. It also provides an introduction to medical records management, both paper and electronic. It continues by addressing the complex issue of privacy concerns in the medical field. Finally, it provides insight into the way health information is used, the different types and functions of health statistics, and the importance of quality assurance and management.

MAA103 – Introduction to Medical Terminology (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MAA101, MAA102
Description: The course provides an introduction to medical terminology via a review of the basic word structure, along with prefixes and suffixes of common terms used in the healthcare industry. It also provides instruction on medical abbreviations, acronyms, symbols, and eponyms. Finally, it begins the student’s introduction to anatomy and physiology by utilizing systems-based discussions to explain the organization and functions of the body.

MAA104 – Diagnostic and Procedural Terminology (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MAA101, MAA102, MAA103
Description: The course continues the student’s systems-based instruction in anatomy and physiology by describing the various pathologies and specialty procedures associated with the various body systems. It then advances the discussion of medical terminology in the context of specialty case reports, allowing students to read and interpret physicians’ notes from patient encounters. Finally, it reviews the names of specific diagnostic tests and medical procedures.

MAA105 – Introduction to Billing and Coding (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MAA101, MAA102, MAA103, MAA104
Description: The course provides an introduction to basics of health insurance and medical documentation in electronic health records. It introduces and provides the proper recording guidelines for the ICD-10 diagnostic coding system. Finally, it continues with a discussion of paper and electronic insurance claim forms and how to initiate the claims process.

MAA106 – Accounts Receivable and Claims Management (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MAA101, MAA102, MAA103, MAA104, MAA105
Description: The course introduces and provides the proper recording guidelines for the CPT procedural coding system. It continues with a review of how to properly receive insurance payments, and how to process rejected claims. Finally, it introduces various office and insurance collections strategies to help reduce outstanding accounts receivable by increasing rate of payment for services.

MAA107 – Financial and Practice Management (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MAA101, MAA102, MAA103, MAA104, MAA105, MAA106
Description: The course provides an introduction to banking services and procedures. It also addresses the basics of human resources and marketing in a private medical office. The course also provides students with an overview of financial and practice management.

MAA201 – Medical Administrative Externship (220 Clock Hours / 10 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MAA101, MAA102, MAA103, MAA104, MAA105, MAA106, MAA107, and SAS101
Description: This course is designed to bridge the gap between vocational education and real-world professional environments, preparing students for a smooth transition into their chosen careers. The digital component equips students with essential skills and strategies for navigating the modern workplace successfully. The externship component allows each student to apply their education in an affiliated professional facility where they can further develop the skills learned in class. Externs will work in one or more professional facilities.

MAT101 – Basic College Mathematics (50 Clock Hours/5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: The course focuses on the fundamental math skills needed to succeed in a professional work environment. Topics within the course range include a review of whole numbers, fractions, decimals, ratios/proportions and percentages. The course finishes with an introduction to geometry, statistics, and algebra.

MBC101 – Introduction to Medical Terminology (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: The course introduces the fundamentals of medical terminology. The course then specifically reviews terminology related to the musculoskeletal systems, the cardiovascular system, the lymphatic system, the respiratory system, and the digestive system.

MBC102 – Diagnostic and Procedural Terminology (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MBC101
Description: The course reviews terminology related to the urinary system, the reproductive system, the nervous system and special senses, the integumentary system, the endocrine system. The course also reviews diagnostic and procedural terminology and pharmacology.

MBC103 – Introduction to Health Insurance (80 Clock Hours / 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MBC101, MBC102
Description: The course provides an introduction to the healthcare industry by describing the role of the Medical Insurance Specialist and the basics of health insurance and managed health care.

MBC104 – Introduction to Diagnostic Coding (80 Clock Hours / 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MBC101, MBC102, MBC103
Description: The course describes the process for revenue cycle management and addresses legal and regulatory issues surrounding the daily responsibilities of medical billers. It also introduces the proper recording guidelines for the ICD-10 diagnostic coding system.

MBC105 – Introduction to Procedural Coding (80 Clock Hours / 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MBC101, MBC102, MBC103, MBC104
Description: The course addresses the basics of procedural coding, including CPT and HCPCS. It then goes into specific detail regarding how to effectively code for medical necessity and comply with all relevant coding regulations.

MBC106 – Medicare and Medicaid (80 Clock Hours / 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MBC101, MBC102, MBC103, MBC104, MBC105
Description: The course explains the basics of Medicare and Medicaid programs including plan types within the programs, eligibility requirements, verification protocol, payment methods commonly used by state and federal programs, reimbursement fundamentals, methodologies for maximizing reimbursement, and procedures for claim submission to these programs.

MBC107 – Commercial and Miscellaneous Insurance Plans (80 Clock Hours / 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MBC101, MBC102, MBC103, MBC104, MBC105, MBC106
Description: The course explains the basics of Private Insurance and goes into greater detail on Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield plans. The course also explains the basics of the TRICARE and Veterans’ insurance programs and Workers’ Compensation programs.

MBC201 – Medical Billing Externship (220 Clock Hours / 10 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MBC101, MBC102, MBC103, MBC104, MBC105, MBC106, MBC107, and MBC111
Description: This course is designed to bridge the gap between vocational education and real-world professional environments, preparing students for a smooth transition into their chosen careers. The digital component equips students with essential skills and strategies for navigating the modern workplace successfully. The externship component allows each student to apply their education in an affiliated professional facility where they can further develop the skills learned in class. Externs will work in one or more professional facilities.

MTB101 – Basic Massage (122 Clock Hours / 8.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: The course covers a variety of introductory topics during lecture: the history of massage; effects, benefits, indications, and contraindications of massage; medical terminology; infection control; body mechanics and massage movements; and ethics and professionalism. The hands-on portion emphasizes proper execution and application of foundational Swedish massage techniques. Each student must also complete the AHA Healthcare Provider CPR course prior to finishing the course.

MTB102 – Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology I (96 Clock Hours / 9.5 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: The course provides an introduction to the human body to include anatomical terminology, the structural organization of living matter. It also provides an introduction to the musculoskeletal system and its related structures, functions, and pathologies, with emphasis on upper body structures.

MTB103 – Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology II (32 Clock Hours / 3.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: The course explores all aspects of the musculoskeletal system, including related structures, functions, and pathologies, with emphasis on lower body structures.

MTB104 - Comprehensive Anatomy and Physiology I (30 Clock Hours / 3.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: The course provides an introduction to the structure and function of all major organs of the Nervous, Endocrine, Cardiovascular, Lymphatic, Immune, Digestive, Respiratory, Urinary, and Reproductive Systems.

MTB105 - Comprehensive Anatomy & Physiology II (30 Clock Hours / 3.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: The course provides a comprehensive review of all major muscles and muscle groups of the body. Emphasis will be on concepts including each muscle’s origin, insertion, and action.

MTB200 – Student Clinic (150 Clock Hours / 5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MTB101, MTB102, MTB103, MTB104, MTB105
Description: Students are required to attend a minimum of 150 hours of student clinic internship training. Students are to use Swedish massage techniques from their Basic Massage module in addition to techniques such as deep tissue massage, medical massage, or sports massage. Students must follow policies and procedures outlined in the Student Clinic Handbook.

MTB201 - Massage Business and Ethics (30 Clock Hours / 3.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MTB101, MTB102, MTB103, MTB104, MTB105
Description: The course discusses the business aspects of massage therapy such as interview preparation, resume writing, marketing strategies (e.g. chair massage as a marketing tool) and the challenges of business ownership. The course also advances conversations from prior courses regarding ethical concepts such as the therapeutic relationship, the importance of personal and professional boundaries, and ethical touch.

MTB202 - Clinical Assessment & Integration (30 Clock Hours / 3.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MTB101, MTB102, MTB103, MTB104, MTB105
Description: The course provides an introduction to the concept of postural dysfunction, its effect on the muscular system, and application of massage to provide pain relief and postural improvement. Specific emphasis will be placed on postural deviations caused by chronic holding patterns in muscle tissue; trigger point formation and theory; working with hypertonic muscles; stretching techniques; visual client assessment; and session planning.

MTB211 - Deep Tissue I (30 Clock Hours / 2.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MTB101, MTB102, MTB103, MTB104, MTB105, MTB201, MTB202
Description: The course discusses deep tissue and trigger point techniques as well as their application and benefits to the upper body. Neuromuscular concepts will also be covered. The course addresses the practical applications of these techniques during lab sessions.

MTB212 - Deep Tissue II (30 Clock Hours / 2.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MTB101, MTB102, MTB103, MTB104, MTB105, MTB201, MTB202
Description: The course discusses deep tissue and trigger point techniques as well as their application and benefits to the lower body. Neuromuscular concepts will also be covered. The course addresses the practical applications of these techniques during lab sessions.

MTB213 - Spa Therapies I (30 Clock Hours / 2.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MTB101, MTB102, MTB103, MTB104, MTB105, MTB201, MTB202
Description: This course includes a discussion of spa history, various spa therapies, and associated therapeutic benefits. The course also includes practical training in Aromatherapy Massage, Skin Exfoliations, Hot Stone Therapy, and Thermal Body Wraps.

MTB214 - Spa Therapies II (30 Clock Hours / 2.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MTB101, MTB102, MTB103, MTB104, MTB105, MTB201, MTB202
Description: This course includes a discussion of the operation and care of spa equipment and the use of different spa products. The course also includes practical training in Aromatherapy Massage, Skin Exfoliations, Hot Stone Therapy, and Thermal Body Wraps.

MTB215 - Sports Massage (30 Clock Hours / 2.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MTB101, MTB102, MTB103, MTB104, MTB105, MTB201, MTB202
Description: The course discusses common sports injuries as well as massage therapy techniques for their treatment. Upon completion of this module, each massage student will be able to analyze, understand, and identify common sports injuries encountered in daily practice. Each student will practice therapeutic techniques that are effective for common sports injuries.

MTB216 - Special Needs (30 Clock Hours / 2.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MTB101, MTB102, MTB103, MTB104, MTB105, MTB201, MTB202
Description: The course discusses the adaptation of massage techniques for use on elderly, handicapped, infant, and prenatal clients.

MTB217 - Medical Massage I (30 Clock Hours / 3.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MTB101, MTB102, MTB103, MTB104, MTB105, MTB201, MTB202
Description: The course will address medical conditions that may be encountered in a massage practice and treatment regimens that may utilize massage. Lecture time is focused on the discussion of pathology. Live case studies are presented when available.

MTB218 - Medical Massage II (30 Clock Hours / 2.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: MTB101, MTB102, MTB103, MTB104, MTB105, MTB201, MTB202
Description: The course will address medical conditions that may be encountered in a massage practice and treatment regiments that may utilize massage. Lecture time is devoted to the discussion of pathology, while lab time is spent practicing assessment skills and treatment of common conditions seen in a massage facility. Live case studies are presented when available.

PHT101 – Introduction to Pharmacy Practice (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: The course provides an introduction to the pharmacy industry by describing the role of the Pharmacy Technician in the pharmaceutical industry. It continues by addressing the importance of communication and customer care, with emphasis on the retail pharmacy setting. It provides an introduction to pharmacy laws and ethics, as well as basic medical and pharmacy terminology. Finally, the course gives students the opportunity to learn the basics of dosage forms and routes and important drug information resources.

PHT102 – Community Pharmacy I (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: PHT101
Description: This course provides an introduction to the skills and knowledge required in community pharmacy practice. This includes the principles of insurance billing and rejections, as well as prescription transcription skills. The course emphasizes the importance of pharmacy laws and regulations. It also introduces additional skills required in preparing and dispensing drugs such as liquids, reconstituted drugs, and specialty medications.

PHT103 – Community Pharmacy II (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: PHT101, PHT102
Description: This course provides a more comprehensive understanding of community pharmacy practice, focusing on workflow. In this context, it provides simulated practice scenarios and operations. It introduces knowledge of general pharmacological principles, as well as the anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pharmaceutical treatments of the nervous system. Further content includes inventory management, computer systems, and safety considerations. Finally, the course also provides an introduction to the process of drug approvals, recalls, and other functions of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

PHT104 – Pharmaceutical Compounding (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: PHT101, PHT102, PHT103
Description: This course provides an introduction to non-sterile compounding principles and procedures. It does so by introducing methods for compounding creams, ointments, and capsules. The course discusses medical terminology and abbreviations as they apply to pharmacy practice. It also provides an introduction to the calculations used in compounding processes. The course discusses the anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pharmaceutical treatments related to several body systems, including the integumentary system, eyes and ears, and the musculoskeletal system. Finally, it provides an introduction to hospital pharmacy practice.

PHT105 – Institutional Pharmacy I (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: PHT101, PHT102, PHT103, PHT104
Description: This course provides an introduction to institutional pharmacy, focusing primarily on the techniques for sterile compounding. It also discusses the anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pharmaceutical treatments related to several body systems, including the cardiovascular, respiratory, lymphatic, and urinary systems. Finally, it introduces the topic of microbiology and its relationship to drug administration.

PHT106 – Institutional Pharmacy II (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: PHT101, PHT102, PHT103, PHT104, PHT105
Description: The course provides an increased understanding of the roles and responsibilities of pharmacy technicians in institutional settings. This is accomplished by introducing medication reconciliation, patient care, and the use of automated dispensing cabinet technology. It also discusses the anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pharmaceutical treatments related to several body systems, including the digestive, endocrine, and reproductive systems. Finally, it introduces elements of nutrition and its connection with pharmacy practice.

PHT107 – Advanced Pharmacy (80 Clock Hours – 7.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: PHT101, PHT102, PHT103, PHT104, PHT105, PHT106
Description: The course discusses advanced topics in pharmacy, including certifications and administrative duties. It encourages understanding of and certification in immunization delivery and introduces pharmacy safety regarding hazardous substances. As students will begin externship training upon completion of this course, there is an emphasis placed on real-world issues, including medication error prevention and workplace safety. Finally, the course details the requirements and processes of licensing, including renewals and continuing education.

PHT201 – Pharmacy Technician Externship (240 Clock Hours / 8.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: PHT101, PHT102, PHT103, PHT104, PHT105, PHT106, PHT107, and PHT111
Description: The externship is designed to give students the opportunity to apply their knowledge of pharmacy practice under the supervision of a licensed pharmacy technician and/or pharmacist. Each student’s externship will be performed in at least two different types of contemporary pharmacy settings, one of which must be a dispensing pharmacy (e.g., hospital, community). Each extern will be expected to perform in accordance with the professional standards taught at Northwest Career College.

PL201 – Introduction to eDiscovery (60 Clock Hours/5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: LA101, LA102, LA103, LA104, LA105, LA106, LA107
Description: This course provides students an overview of the use of e-Discovery in civil and criminal cases. Students are introduced to discovery identification and preservation, collection, processing, review, production, and trial presentation. This course also explores e-discovery tools, computer forensics tools, processing and review platforms, and trial presentation software used in the legal field.

PL202 – Alternative Dispute Resolution and Mediation (60 Clock Hours/5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: LA101, LA102, LA103, LA104, LA105, LA106, LA107
Description: This course explores the various alternatives to litigation. Students will be introduced to processes and methods of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and Mediation techniques. Upon completion, students will have a general understanding of legal terminology, agreements, checklists, and ethical considerations involved in ADR.

PL203 – Family Law (60 Clock Hours/5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: LA101, LA102, LA103, LA104, LA105, LA106, LA107
Description: This course provides an overview of a family law practice. It addresses fundamental topics including marriage, divorce, annulment, property division, parenthood, adoption, custody, support, and family violence along with emerging areas, such as legal recognition of non-marital families and assisted reproductive technology. Attention is given to coverage of legal principles, ethical issues, research, interviewing, discovery, drafting, and other essential practice skills.

PL204 – Wills, Trusts, and Estates (60 Clock Hours/5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: LA101, LA102, LA103, LA104, LA105, LA106, LA107
Description: This course covers how to legally and ethically develop and administer an estate plan. Specialized legal vocabulary is introduced, relevant substantive and procedural law is explained, and a student produced estate planning and estate administration portfolio of relevant documents that thoroughly covers the wills, trusts, and estates legal specialty area is developed.

PL211 – Paralegal Studies Externship (180 Clock Hours/6.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: LA101, LA102, LA103, LA104, LA105, LA106, LA107
Description: This course is designed to provide students with a unique and immersive learning opportunity in their chosen field of study. This course bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge gained in the classroom and the practical application of that knowledge in a real-world professional setting. Whether you are a student seeking hands-on experience or a professional looking to enhance your skills, this externship program will offer valuable insights.

PLB101 – Introduction to Phlebotomy Practice (60 Clock Hours – 4.5 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: The course provides an introduction to the Phlebotomy industry by describing the role of the Phlebotomy Technician in the healthcare industry. It then provides students with a foundation in professional communications, electronic documentation, and the ethical, legal, and regulatory issues needed to successfully begin their clinical practice. Finally, the course gives students a broad-based introduction into the medical terminology and anatomy and physiology needed to safely practice phlebotomy.

PLB102 – Specimen Collection and Processing (60 Clock Hours – 4.5 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: PLB101
Description: The course provides an overview of infection control procedures, safety protocols, and first aid procedures essential to the safe practice of phlebotomy. It continues with a thorough review of the equipment used in blood collection and a discussion about the pre-examination/pre-analytical complications that can cause medical errors in blood collection. It then reviews the protocols for venipuncture procedures and collection of capillary blood. Finally, the course describes proper procedures for specimen handling, transportation, and processing.

PLB103 – Special Procedures and Populations (60 Clock Hours – 4.5 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: PLB101, PLB102
Description: : The course begins with an explanation of considerations and adaptations of specimen collection protocols for special populations (e.g. pediatric, geriatric patients) or for collections in nonlaboratory settings (e.g. Point-of-Care collections). It continues with a review of special procedures such as Arterial collections, access of IV sites, and how to collect Urinalysis samples, Body Fluids, and other specimens. It provides an explanation of the Phlebotomist’s role in drug testing, forensic toxicology, workplace testing, sports medicine, and other miscellaneous settings.

PSY101 – Introduction to Psychology (50 Clock Hours/5.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: This course introduces human behavior. It includes the study of the theories and concepts of psychology including the scope of psychology, biological foundations and the brain, sensation, perception, motivation, personality, learning and memory, emotion, states of consciousness, personality theories, cognition, life-span development, and applied psychology.

RAD101 – Radiographic Anatomy and Physiology I (72 Contact Hours/5.5 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: This course focuses on the concepts of biological chemistry, cell structure and function, cellular metabolism, molecular genetics, and heredity reproduction and development. Cells and tissues will be described, and organs will be discussed as components of their respective systems. Course content includes the structure and function of the musculoskeletal and respiratory systems.

RAD102 - Medical Terminology (30 Contact Hours/3.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: Medical terminology is the study of the principles of medical word building to help the student develop the extensive medical vocabulary used in health care occupations. Students develop skills to discern and implement basic medical terminology by studying root words, prefixes, and suffixes.

RAD103 – Introduction to Radiography (72 Contact Hours/5.5 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: RAD101, RAD102
Description: This course orients students to the radiographic profession and introduces a grouping of fundamental principles, practices, and issues common to many specializations in the healthcare profession. In addition to the essential skills, students explore various healthcare delivery systems and related issues. This course covers legal and ethical considerations, basic principles of radiation protection, basic principles of exposure, equipment introduction, health care delivery systems, hospital and departmental organization, and hospital and technical college affiliation.

RAD104 - Medical Law and Ethics (30 Contact Hours/3.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: RAD101, RAD102, RAD103
Description: Students are provided an overview of ethics, ethical behavior, and the laws applied to medical professions and practice. Topics include the scope of practice, legal issues, legal and ethical responsibilities, patient rights, informed consent, standards of care, documentation, and workplace issues, including employment discrimination and legal doctrines.

RAD105 - Principles of Radiographic Imaging I (62 Contact Hours/4.5 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: RAD101, RAD102, RAD103
Description: This course covers the factors that affect radiographic image quality. Topics covered include exposure factors, receptor exposure, spatial resolution, beam restriction, filtration, image acquisition, digital imaging systems, image processing, grids, contrast, receptor exposure, spatial resolution, quality management, and exposure factor formulation.

RAD106 – Radiographic Anatomy and Physiology II (40 Contact Hours/4.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: RAD101, RAD102, RAD103, RAD104, RAD105
Description: A continuation of RAD101, this course includes the structure and function of the nervous, endocrine, digestive, cardiovascular (including blood, heart, blood vessels, and circulation), lymphatic, immune, urinary, and reproductive systems.

RAD107 - Radiographic Procedures I (62 Contact Hours/4.5 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: RAD101, RAD102, RAD103, RAD104, RAD105
Description: This course studies basic anatomy, physiology, and positioning of radiologic examinations of the upper extremities, shoulder, lower extremities, pelvic girdle, bony thorax, thoracic spine, respiratory system, and surface landmarks. Peer simulation, anthropomorphic phantom, sectional phantom, and immersive virtual reality simulations are utilized during laboratory practice.

RAD108 - Patient Care for Radiographers (30 Contact Hours/3.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: RAD101, RAD102, RAD103, RAD104, RAD105, RAD106, RAD107
Description: This course introduces patient assessment, infection control procedures, emergency and safety procedures, communication and patient interaction skills, and basic pharmacology. Students are introduced to infection control measures, aseptic techniques, venipuncture, contrast media administration, pharmacology, and emergency care.

RAD109 – Radiographic Procedures II (62 Clock Hours / 4.5 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: RAD101, RAD102, RAD103, RAD104, RAD105, RAD106, RAD107
Description: This course studies basic anatomy, physiology, and positioning of radiologic examinations of the upper extremities, shoulder, lower extremities, pelvic girdle, bony thorax, thoracic spine, respiratory system, and surface landmarks. Peer simulation, anthropomorphic phantom, sectional phantom, and immersive virtual reality simulations are utilized during laboratory practice.

RAD110 – Principles of Radiographic Imaging II (40 Clock Hours / 4.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: RAD101, RAD102, RAD103, RAD104, RAD105, RAD106, RAD107, RAD108, RAD109
Description: This course builds upon the foundations of classroom theory, virtual reality and didactic laboratories in critiquing radiographic image quality. Methods for evaluating quality, equipment testing, and documentation will be discussed, as well as the radiographer's role in applying quality control measures.

RAD111 – Radiographic Procedures III (62 Clock Hours / 4.5 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: RAD101, RAD102, RAD103, RAD104, RAD105, RAD106, RAD107, RAD108, RAD109
Description: This course is a continuation of RAD 109. Students will learn advanced anatomy, physiology, and positioning of radiologic examinations for age-specific populations, skull lines and landmarks, cervical and lumbar spines, sacrum, coccyx, cranium, special studies, abdominal viscera, and considerations for contrast studies. Peer simulation, anthropomorphic phantom, sectional phantom, and immersive virtual reality simulations are utilized during laboratory practice.

RAD113 - Principles of Radiation Biology and Protection (30 Clock Hours / 3.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: RAD101, RAD102, RAD103, RAD104, RAD105, RAD106, RAD107, RAD108, RAD109, RAD110, RAD111
Description: This course introduces students to basic knowledge of atomic structure and terminology. Additional topics include the nature and characteristics of x-rays, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, x-ray production, the properties of x-rays, and the fundamentals of x-ray photon interaction with matter. Students will learn radiographic, fluoroscopic, and mobile equipment requirements and design, Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) devices, beam restriction, filtration, quality control, and quality management principles of analog and digital systems. Laboratory experiences will demonstrate applications of theoretical principles and concepts.

RAD203 – Pathology Analysis (40 Clock Hours / 4.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: RAD101, RAD102, RAD103, RAD104, RAD105, RAD106, RAD107, RAD108, RAD109, RAD110, RAD111
Description: This course examines the common congenital and acquired diseases that present radiographically. Students evaluate the quality of radiographs of patients with these conditions. Etiology, pathogenesis, manifestation, signs and symptoms, technical and patient considerations are discussed relative to the skeletal, respiratory, and circulatory systems.

RAD204 - Radiologic Physics & Equipment (30 Clock Hours / 3.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: RAD101, RAD102, RAD103, RAD104, RAD105, RAD106, RAD107, RAD108, RAD109, RAD110, RAD111
Description: This course gives the student instruction on x-ray interactions with matter and presents basic radiobiology related to the possible acute and long-term genetic responses. Emphasis is placed on methods to limit ionizing radiation exposure from diagnostic examinations.

RAD205 – Comprehensive Pathology (40 Clock Hours / 4.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: RAD101, RAD102, RAD103, RAD104, RAD105, RAD106, RAD107, RAD108, RAD109, RAD110, RAD111
Description: This course examines the common congenital and acquired diseases that present radiographically. Students evaluate the quality of radiographs of patients with these conditions. Etiology, pathogenesis, manifestation, signs and symptoms, technical and patient considerations are discussed relative to the digestive, urinary, reproductive, endocrine, and nervous systems.

RAD206 - Advanced Imaging Modalities (30 Clock Hours / 3.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: : RAD101, RAD102, RAD103, RAD104, RAD105, RAD106, RAD107, RAD108, RAD109, RAD110, RAD111
Description: Introduction to Advanced Imaging Modalities provides an overview and operation of various imaging modalities. Topics include computed tomography, sonography, magnetic resonance imaging, mammography, special procedures, interventional procedures, nuclear medicine, radiation therapy, and bone densitometry.

RAD207 – Radiologic Technology Review (40 Clock Hours / 4.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: RAD101, RAD102, RAD103, RAD104, RAD105, RAD106, RAD107, RAD108, RAD109, RAD110, RAD111, RAD113, RAD203, RAD204, RAD205, RAD206
Description: This course reviews knowledge from previous courses and is designed to prepare the student for examination for certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Topics include image production and evaluation; radiographic procedures; anatomy, physiology, pathology, terminology; equipment operation and quality control; radiation protection; and patient care and education. Comprehensive examinations evaluate mastery of previously learned material. Mastery of clinical skills built on previously learned material is also evaluated.

RAD210 - Clinical Externship I (240 Clock Hours / 8.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: RAD101, RAD102, RAD103, RAD104, RAD105, RAD106, RAD107, RAD108, RAD109, RAD110, RAD111, RAD113, RAD203, RAD205, RAD206, RAD207
Description: This course provides the student with clinical experience under clinical staff and faculty supervision correlated with theories presented in the classroom. Students will develop clinical competence by performing various radiographic procedures on a diverse patient population. Student learning and competence will be determined through frequent critique and evaluation and specific formative and summative assessment tools. Students are expected to demonstrate increasing clinical skills and competence.

RAD211 - Clinical Externship II (240 Clock Hours / 8.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: RAD101, RAD102, RAD103, RAD104, RAD105, RAD106, RAD107, RAD108, RAD109, RAD110, RAD111, RAD113, RAD203, RAD205, RAD206, RAD207
Description: This course provides the student with clinical experience under clinical staff and faculty supervision. Students will develop clinical competence by performing various radiographic procedures on a diverse patient population. Student learning and competence will be determined through frequent critique and evaluation and specific formative and summative assessment tools. Students are expected to demonstrate increasing clinical skills and competence.

RAD212 - Clinical Externship III (240 Clock Hours / 8.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: RAD101, RAD102, RAD103, RAD104, RAD105, RAD106, RAD107, RAD108, RAD109, RAD110, RAD111, RAD113, RAD203, RAD205, RAD206, RAD207
Description: This course provides the student with clinical experience under clinical staff and faculty supervision. Students will develop clinical competence by performing various radiographic procedures on a diverse patient population. Student learning and competence will be determined in part through frequent critique and evaluation and specific formative and summative assessment tools. Students are expected to demonstrate increasing clinical skills and competence.

SAS101 - Student Academic Support (40 Clock Hours/4.0 Quarter Credit Hours)

Prerequisites: None
Description: This course is designed to equip students with the essential skills and strategies needed to excel academically, professionally, and personally. It explores a wide range of topics, including goal setting, time management, effective communication, learning strategies, and mindset development, as well as an introduction to the fundamentals of Microsoft Office products. Students will learn and perform basic techniques in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Through a combination of didactic content, assignments, and practical exercises, students will develop a holistic approach to success that encompasses academic achievement, personal growth, and preparation for the professional world. This course is delivered via distance education. Computer and Internet Access are required to complete this course.

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