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  • 0.50 Credits

    This course allows the student the opportunity to gain the skills necessary for Basic Life Support Certification by the American Heart Association. The course is designed in a blended format that requires the student to complete the AHA HeartCoder Basic Life Support web-based training prior to completing a hands-on skills practice and testing session with AHA BLS instructor. BLS certification is required for individuals who provide direct care for patients in all healthcare settings, as well as other professional roles having direct contact with the public, including daycare providers, school district employees, law enforcement, and emergency services personnel. Students who successfully complete the course will receive a two-year certification or recertification in the American Heart Association Basic Life Support. (0.5 lect.)
  • 1.00 Credits

    This course provides an overview of cardiac anatomy and physiology with an emphasis on normal and abnormal electrical conduction within the heart. Patient preparation and lead placement are performed using various diagnostic and monitoring devices. The focus of the course is on systematic analysis and interpretation of electrocardiograph recordings, and initiation of correct action in response to various cardiac dysrhythmias. The student wishing to apply for national certification must have a United States high school diploma or equivalent. (1 lect.)
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course expands upon skills performed in the nursing assistant role to prepare the student for a higher level of responsibility in patient care. Included are skills such as aseptic technique, sterilization procedures, enteral feeding, ostomy care, and simple dressing changes. The student will perform essential healthcare math, assist with respiratory procedures, and provide basic patient teaching. The student wishing to apply for national certification must have a United States high school diploma or equivalent. Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in NRST-1500. (2 lect., 2 lab)
  • 0.50 Credits

    This course provides hands-on opportunities for the students to manage complex patient situations in a simulated learning environment. Clinical decision-making and skill development are encouraged through the use of medium and high fidelity simulation technology. Student may repeat HLTK 2900 with different topics up to 3 credits toward degree completion. S/U grading only. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission Required. (.5 lect.)
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course presents an orientation and overview to the broad field of human services. Specific topics will include history, organizational structures and procedures, and legal and ethical issues in the human services system. (3 lect.)
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course provides an introduction to the study of applied professional ethics. Issues concerning due process, least restrictive environment, right to treatment, dual relationships, client advocacy, value clarification and professional responsibility are discussed. Case studies will be analyzed with professional standards applied. (3 lect.)
  • 4.00 Credits

    This 99-hour supervised field experience is designed to give students the opportunity to integrate previous academic learning with hands-on practical experience in a human service setting. A weekly one-hour seminar, in addition to the agency hours worked, is required. (4 lect.)
  • 4.00 Credits

    This 99-hour supervised field experience is designed to give students the opportunity to integrate previous academic learning with hands-on practical experience in a human service setting. A weekly one-hour seminar, in addition to the agency hours worked, is required. (4 lect.)
  • 4.00 Credits

    This second level 99-hour supervised field experience is designed to give students the opportunity to integrate previous academic learning with "hands-on" practical experience in a human service setting. When possible, agency placement will be related to each student's program concentration. A weekly one-hour seminar, in addition to the agency hours worked, is required. Prerequisites: Completion of HMSV 1200. (1 seminar, 9 practicum)
  • 4.00 Credits

    This third level 99-hour supervised field experience is designed to give students the opportunity to integrate previous academic learning with "hands on" practical experience in the human service setting. When possible, agency placement will be related to each student's program concentration. A weekly one-hour seminar, in addition to the agency hours worked, is required. Prerequisites: Completion of HMSV 2110. (1 lect., 3 lab)