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1 Asnuntuck Community College Office of Workforce Development & Continuing Education LEARN which Health Certificate program is right for you at our Open House Aug. 27, 2015, visit our website at asnuntuck.edu or simply give us a call! EARN a certificate from Asnuntuck Community College and the credentials needed to work in your field. SUCCEED knowing that you have all the skills needed to thrive in your in-demand career! HEAltH CArEErs - Pages 4-16 DEGrEE PrOGrAMs - Pages PErsONAl ENrICHMENt - Pages Fall 2015 Career Catalog or

2 PAGE 2 Asnuntuck Community College Workforce Development and Continuing Education Fall 2015 Career Catalog Resources for students Academic Skills Center Tutoring, study skills and writing assistance academic-skills-center Children s Reading Room a free, cooperative childcare service at the College childrens-reading-room Learning Resource Center Magic Carpet Bus Service Free for Asnuntuck students Follett s Bookstore SNAP SNAP If you are currently receiving SNAP assistance from the State of Connecticut, you may be able to take courses designated with the SNAP symbol in this catalog for free. (Note: To qualify, you cannot be receiving TANF cash assistance.) For more information call or WIA WIA CT Works (WIA - Workforce Investment Act) monies are available to qualified persons. Call CT Works at (860) or visit them at 787 Enfield St., Enfield, CT Go to for further information. Look for the WIA designation throughout this catalog. Register & Pay for Continuing Ed Classes ONLINE...ANYTIME! Welcome Welcome to Asnuntuck Community College, where we pride ourselves on providing a quality educational experience in an accessible, affordable, nurturing environment that promotes student success. our caring faculty and staff are here to support you along the way. Asnuntuck Community College offers you the opportunity to learn in a small classroom environment with skilled instructors who know you by name. our student services division will support you in your academic endeavors with academic advising, disabilities counseling, access to free childcare, and a variety of other support services. We strive to have your experience at Asnuntuck Community College enrich your life and prepare you for a successful future. Welcome to the college that is focused on your success. Do you have an area of expertise that would lend itself to an interesting continuing education course? ACC seeks qualified instructors to teach personal enrichment and professional development classes. Asnuntuck Community College, Office of Workforce Development & Continuing Education, 170 Elm Street, Enfield, CT Please fill out the prospective instructor proposal form under Employment at asnuntuck.edu, AS-ContinuingEd@ asnuntuck.edu or stop by the Office of Workforce Development and Continuing Education on campus. 5 Ways to Register: 1. ONLINE, ANY TIME - See Page 46 for instructions. 2. MAIL-IN- Send the registration form with a check (payable to Asnuntuck Community College) or MasterCard, Visa or Discover information to the Office of Workforce Development and Continuing Education. Course fees are payable at the time of registration. You are registered for a class unless notified otherwise. The College reserves the right to limit class size and to cancel classes that are under-enrolled. A full refund will be made if a course is canceled by the College or if written notice of withdrawal is received prior to the first scheduled class. (Registration Form Page 38.) 3. FAX- Fax the registration form with your MasterCard, Visa or Discover information to (860) CALL- To register by phone, please call (860) or (860) between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. 5. IN PERSON- Bring the registration form and payment to the Office of Workforce Development and Continuing Education, Monday - Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. or to the Information Station between 4:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. check or credit card after 4 p.m. Registration: A registration form is included in this booklet. Registrations are accepted online, in person, by mail, by fax and via telephone with a credit/debit card and are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. The office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. See page 38 for registration form. Fees: All courses in the catalog have a fee indicated for them. A check (or credit card information) for the correct amount should be included with the registration. Click on Continuing Education then asnuntuck.edu Refund Policy: When the College cancels a course, the student s fee will be refunded. Refund checks are issued through the State Comptroller s Office and take six to eight weeks to be processed. When a student drops a course PRIOR to the first scheduled meeting, a full refund will be processed if a written request is received at least 24 hours prior to the first class meeting. No refund will be granted as of the first day of class. Bad Check Charge: A $25 bad check fee is charged for processing any check which is not accepted for deposit by the bank. Late Payment Charge: A late payment fee of $15 will be charged if payments are received after the due dates on payment plans. Class Cancellations: The College reserves the right to cancel a class that lacks sufficient enrollment. When a class is canceled, the College makes every effort to notify all registered students promptly. A full refund is processed automatically. Confirmation: The College will contact you if there is a problem with your registration. You are registered for a class unless notified otherwise. We do not send out confirmation letters. Statement of Change: The text of this booklet does not constitute a contract and the College reserves the right to change the information presented. Statement of Nondiscrimination: It is the policy of Asnuntuck Community College that no person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise discriminated against under any program, including employment, on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, past/present history of mental disorder, learning disability and/or physical disability.

3 Program Tuition at Asnuntuck: $8, Program Length at Asnuntuck: 1 Year Earning potential for a professional working in the area: $45,726 Projected growth in the field over next decade: 20% Asnuntuck Community College Workforce Development and Continuing Education Fall 2015 Career Catalog PAGE 3 Table of Contents Program Tuition at Asnuntuck: $6, Program Length at Asnuntuck: 10 Months Earning potential for a professional working in the area: $34,512 Projected growth in the field over next decade: 24% Allied Health Pharmacy Technician...4 Ophthalmic Assistant...5 Sterilization Technician...5 Phlebotomy/EKG...6 Registered Medical Assistant...7 Esthetician Program...8 Nail Technician Program...9 Massage Therapy...10 Dental Assistant...12 Emergency Technician Training..13 Certified Professional Coder...14 Veterinary Assistant...16 Program Tuition at Asnuntuck: $3,531 Program Length at Asnuntuck: 4 Months Earning potential for a professional working in the area: $34,729 Projected growth in the field over next decade: 20% Program Tuition at Asnuntuck: $2,602 Program Length at Asnuntuck: 4 Months Earning potential for a professional working in the area: $35,292 Projected growth in the field over next decade: 16% Program Tuition at Asnuntuck: $4,607 Program Length at Asnuntuck: 9 Months Earning potential for a professional working in the area: $41,172 Projected growth in the field over next decade: 36% Program Tuition at Asnuntuck: $2,328 Program Length at Asnuntuck: 3 Months Earning potential for a professional working in the area: $40,566 Projected growth in the field over next decade: 14% Program Tuition at Asnuntuck: $1,829 Program Length at Asnuntuck: 3 Months Earning potential for a professional working in the area: $40,950-$59,150 Projected growth in the field over next decade: 25% Program Tuition at Asnuntuck: $2,125 Program Length at Asnuntuck: 4 Months Earning potential for a professional working in the area: $32,751 Projected growth in the field over next decade: 30% Program Tuition at Asnuntuck: $2,798 Program Length at Asnuntuck: 4 Months Earning potential for a professional working in the area: $30,332 Projected growth in the field over next decade: 35% Program Tuition at Asnuntuck: $907 Program Length at Asnuntuck: 4 Months Earning potential for a professional working in the area: $40,141 Projected growth in the field over next decade: 10% Program Tuition at Asnuntuck: $6,578 Program Length at Asnuntuck: 8 Months Earning potential for a professional working in the area: $50,475 Projected growth in the field over next decade: 15% Public Safety Telecommunications Program Program Tuition at Asnuntuck: $2,954 Program Length at Asnuntuck: 3 Months Earning potential for a professional working in the area: $44,896 Projected growth in the field over next decade: 15% Program Tuition at Asnuntuck: $3.143 Program Length at Asnuntuck: 4 Months Earning potential for a professional working in the area: $31,500 Projected growth in the field over next decade: 17% Program Tuition at Asnuntuck: $4,995 Program Length at Asnuntuck: 6 Months Earning potential for a professional working in the area: $43,000 Projected growth in the field over next decade: 38% Academic Degree Programs/CREDIT...17 Registration Form...38 Career Skills & Computer Technology Real Estate...39 Quickbooks I & II...40 Intro./Inter. Word...40 Intro./Inter. Excel...40 Introduction to PowerPoint...40 Professional Development / Special Interests Making the Most of Social Security, Educating the Picker, Pick ebay to Proft, Auctioneering, Digital Photography, Landscape Painting with Acrylics, Essential Oils, Apple Cider Vinegar, The Medium Who Baffled Houdini, Connecting with the Other Side & more...41 Lifestyle, Culture...42 Mind, Body, Soul...45 Online Registration...46 Manufacturing...47 SNAP Programs...48 Notice of Non-discrimination: Asnuntuck Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or criminal record. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Jill Rushbrook, Primary Title IX Coordinator (for students), jrushbrook@asnuntuck.edu (860) , and Cheryl Cyr, Secondary Title IX Coordinator (for faculty and staff), ccyr@asnuntuck.edu (860) , and Maki McHenry, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, mmchenry@ asnuntuck.edu (860) , Asnuntuck Community College, 170 Elm Street, Enfield, CT asnuntuck.edu

4 PAGE 4 Asnuntuck Community College Workforce Development and Continuing Education Fall 2015 Career Catalog Allied Health Careers Certified Pharmacy Technician (60 hours) SNAP WIA The need in Pharmacy for technical support staff is growing by the day. Pharmacy Technicians are projected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics to have over a 30% growth from Opportunities abound in Pharmacy for technicians to work, from the retail setting to various institutional operations such as hospitals. The effective Pharmacy Technician supports the Pharmacist in all sectors of his or her practice. Delegation of applicable duties to Technicians frees up the Pharmacist to deliver elements of Pharmaceutical care, which is one goal of his or her extensive education and ongoing credentialing. For example, in the retail setting, the demand for pharmacist-patient counseling continues to increase. As this pharmacy delivery model expands, the Technician s responsibilities will continue to grow. This is an intensive 20-week (60-hour) program that provides participants with the basic skills and training they will need to succeed as a Pharmacy Technician in the current healthcare delivery system. The course will include lecture, discussion and practical problem-solving exercises designed to give the student the tools needed to work as an effective Certified Pharmacy Technician anywhere in the United States. This course will also offer students an opportunity to become nationally certified by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board. Call for more information on applying. Topics to be covered in this curriculum include Pharmacy Technician roles in healthcare; operational skills needed to function in the workplace; introduction to pharmacology; various disease states along with the drug regimen involved in each; medication distribution; control measures; quality improvement initiatives; aseptic technique for sterile product production; ethics; legal issues; and pharmaceutical calculations. ** Essential Job Skills & Career Development Course REQUIRED for Certificate of Completion of program. See page 16.** Please be advised that if you have been convicted of a felony, you may not be eligible for clinical experiences, internships, externships or certifications associated with certain Allied Health courses or programs. Those with previous convictions may also find it difficult to secure employment within a healthcare setting. Students who have successfully completed the Pharmacy Technician program and have been certified by the State of Connecticut are eligible to receive college credit through the Connecticut Credit Assessment Program administered by Charter Oak State College. Students should request that a copy of their program transcript be sent to Charter Oak. Credits may be used at Charter Oak State College or transferred to another school by setting up a credit registry with Charter Oak. (Any transfer credit is at the discretion of the receiving institution). creditregistry.cfm. CRN: 3077 HMED M7064 Dates: Thursdays, September 24, 2015-February 25, 2016 (no class 11/26, 12/24, 12/31) Time: 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Fee: $1,706 (Cost includes textbooks & National PTCE exam) Instructor: Veronica Weeks Room: 210 Optional: Pharmacy Technician Externship (80) hours In this course you will work with a coordinator to start and complete your externship for the Pharmacy Technician course at Baystate Medical Center. Externships can be limited in availability. Once registered, individuals will be placed on a waiting list in order of date of registration. As externship opportunities are identified individuals must demonstrate core competencies to be placed in the field via an interview process and instructor approval. Students not ready for placement will go back to the top of the list and follow an individual learning plan for areas identified that need to be developed further with the instructor. The interview process will be followed again as the next externship opportunity arises until the individual is deemed ready for externship. Student participation on identification of externships is necessary as individuals must learn to market their skills for employment. Students must still meet the interview requirements and have externship site approval for sites identified. CRN: 3596 HMED M7125 Date: TBA Time: TBA Coordinator: Michele Howard-Swan Fee: $263 Continuous Enrollment! Payment Plans Available Free for SNAP Recipients* Most Affordable Training In The State! *Restrictions apply. For more information on the program please scan here: Massage Therapy Program Contact the Office of Workforce Development & Continuing Education Elm Street, Enfield, CT

5 Asnuntuck Community College Workforce Development and Continuing Education Fall 2015 Career Catalog PAGE 5 Allied Health Careers Ophthalmic Assistant Program (84 hours) SNAP WIA This four-month certificate program prepares students to enter the ophthalmic medical personnel field as ophthalmic assistants. Ophthalmic assistants perform duties as assigned by the ophthalmologist for whom they work. All aspects of the ophthalmic assistant s role will be covered in a classroom setting and clinical/hands-on sessions. In this course the student will learn to take patient medical histories, instruct patients about medications, tests, and procedures, perform various vision and diagnostic tests, assist ophthalmologists with patient procedures, and coordinate patient scheduling. Ophthalmic assistants enjoy virtually unlimited job opportunities nationwide and internationally because of their specialized skills. Positions are usually located in private practices, hospitals, clinics, university research facilities, and in the U.S. military. Ophthalmic assistants also have many opportunities for career advancement. Ophthalmic Assistants/ Technicians are projected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics to have over a 14% growth from Upon satisfactory earning of the certificate, students must complete 1,000 hours of paid work experience under ophthalmologic supervision to be eligible for the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology certification. For more information on the certification options, visit the website This course meets two nights per week for 16 weeks. One night, lecture will be held on the college campus and the other night will be off-site hands-on at Eyesight and Surgery Associates, 299 Carew Street, Suite 201, Springfield, Mass. Students must provide own transportation. **Essential Job Skills & Career Development Course REQUIRED for Certificate of Completion of program. See page 16.** About the Instructor: Pam Brough RS, BS, received her R.N. from the Holyoke Hospital School of Nursing and received her Bachelor of Science degree from American International College, summa cum laude. She is currently employed at the Balin Eye & Laser Center in Northampton, Mass., as the surgical coordinator. Pam has been a guest lecturer at the BayState Medical Center School of Nursing and the New England Ophthalmological Society in Boston. She has also published an article, Nursing Making A Difference. Committed to ophthalmology, Pam is a member of the Ophthalmic Society of Registered Nurses and is a winner of the Paul Hafey memorial scholarship award for Excellence in Ophthalmology. Please be advised that if you have been convicted of a felony, you may not be eligible for clinical experiences, internships, externships or certifications associated with certain Allied Health courses or programs. Those with previous convictions may also find it difficult to secure employment within a healthcare setting. CRN: 3173 HMED M7120 Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays, September 10-December 22 (No class 11/26) Time: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Instructors: Pamela Brough RN, BS and Erika Langlais C.O.A. Fee: $2,172 (Cost includes textbooks) Room: TBA Certified Sterilization Technician (100 hours) SNAP WIA The face of healthcare may be constantly changing, but the importance of proper sterilization techniques remains a core priority. The prevention of infections is imperative for all who work in the Sterile Processing Field. As this awareness becomes more widespread, the need for Certified Sterilization Technicians is on the rise. Anyone with the desire to become an important component in providing quality patient care by minimizing infection rates can become a highly needed Healthcare Professional. Certified Sterilization Technicians/Surgical Technicians are projected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics to have over a 25% growth from Students will learn the latest advancements in Sterilization, as well as Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology, Instrumentation, Decontamination and Infection Control. There will be hands-on experience as the students visit and observe a Sterile Processing department in action. The different forms of sterilization (Steam, Ethylene Oxide and Gas Plasma, for instance) will be demonstrated as they assist in the sterilization process. This course meets for 100 hours, which includes the 20-hour clinical externship onsite. This course will prepare students to sit for the SPD Technician Certification Exam, C.S.P.D.T. For more information about this exam and the organization, please visit them via the Web at or by phone at ** Essential Job Skills & Career Development Course REQUIRED for Certificate of Completion of program. See page 16.** Please be advised that if you have been convicted of a felony, you may not be eligible for clinical experiences, internships, externships or certifications associated with certain Allied Health courses or programs. Those with previous convictions may also find it difficult to secure employment within a healthcare setting. CRN: 3170 HMED M7116 Dates: Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, September 9-December 10 (no class 11/26) Wednesdays & Thursdays meet: 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Saturdays meet: September 12 & 25, October 10 & 24, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Fee: $1, 673 (Cost includes textbooks) Room: 145A Instructor: Tom Tantillo About The Instructor: For more than 40 years, Tom Tantillo has been a Sterile Processing Technician, Supervisor, Manager and Educator. Since 1991, Tom has been certified in all aspects of Sterilization. He has presented various educational programs and was crucial in developing and implementing policies and procedures that affect and assure sterility. He is a member of ECHN s Off Site Sterilization Department, where state-of-the-art sterilization practices take place. He serves as an educator of the ECHN Sterile Processing Department, where he works closely with the Operating Room and Infection Control. A published poet, lyricist, composer, musician and performer, Tom has made the importance of Sterile Processing more visible by educating through entertainment.

6 PAGE 6 Asnuntuck Community College Workforce Development and Continuing Education Fall 2015 Career Catalog Certified Phlebotomy/ EKG Technician (124 hours) SNAP WIA As the need for cross-trained healthcare professionals increases, Asnuntuck Community College has created the Phlebotomy and EKG Technician program. Phlebotomy & EKG Technicians are projected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics to have over a 16% growth from A Phlebotomy Technician (Phlebotomist) is an integral ember of the medical laboratory team hose primary function is the collection of blood samples from patients by venipuncture or micro-techniques. The hlebotomy Technician facilitates the collection and transportation of laboratory specimens, and is often the patient s only contact with the medical laboratory. The need to assure quality and patient safety mandates strict professional behavior and standards of practice for Phlebotomists. Phlebotomy Technicians must like challenge and responsibility. They must be ccurate, work well under pressure nd communicate effectively. They must e able to interact professionally with atients and be able to calm patients. afety is key and all safety precautions ust be taken to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases. This program s curriculum includes the correct and accurate obtaining of an EKG tracing and ardiac monitoring. t also consists of classroom and simulated laboratory settings. Students will practice their techniques in the clinical setting of the classroom. Students must demonstrate successful specimen collection with venipunctures, skin punctures, and EKG tracings. Students will be able to emonstrate knowledge of infection control and safety; demonstrate basic understanding of the anatomy and physiology of body systems; understand the importance of specimen collection in the overall patient care system; demonstrate proper techniques to perform venipuncture and capillary puncture; understand requisitioning, specimen transport, and specimen processing; understand the basic electrophysiology of the heart; and perform the correct use of ECG/EKG equipment. After successful completion of the program, students will have the necessary skills to draw blood from patients or donors in hospitals, blood banks, clinics, doctors offices, laboratories or similar facilities for medical purposes. Skills include assembling equipment (such as needles, blood collection devices, gauze, tourniquet, cotton, and alcohol); verifying or recording identity of patient or donor; conversing with patients to allay fear of procedure; applying tourniquet to arm; locating vein; swabbing area with disinfectant; and inserting needle into vein to draw blood into collection tube. After blood is drawn, students will label and store blood container(s) for processing; conduct interviews with patients and take vital signs and test blood samples to screen donors at blood banks; they will also be able to analyze information and make appropriate recommendations as needed. Students who have successfully completed the Phlebotomy/EKG Program are eligible to receive college credit through the Connecticut Credit Assessment Program administered by Charter Oak State College. Students should request that a copy of their program transcript be sent to Charter Oak. Credits may be used at Charter Oak State College or transferred to another school by setting up a credit registry with Charter Oak. (Any transfer credit is at the discretion of the institution.) Successful students may become certified by two national exams (Certified Phlebotomy Technician & Certified EKG Technician) through the National Health Career Association (NHA). You can visit them via the Web at or by calling You must be 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED to enroll in this course. Allied Health Careers Please be advised that if you have been convicted of a felony, you may not be eligible for clinical experiences, internships, externships or certifications associated with certain Allied Health courses or programs. Those with previous convictions may also find it difficult to secure employment within a healthcare setting. Day Class: CRN: 3444 HMED M7065 Date: Tuesdays/Thursdays, October 27, 2015-February 25, 2016 (No class 11/26, 12/22, 12/24, 12/29, 12/31) Time: 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Fee: $2,183 (Course fee includes textbooks & national exams) Instructor: Param Panchal, CPT, CET Assistant: Deborah Parlos Room: 210 Evening Class: CRN: 3169 HMED M7065 Date: Tuesdays/Thursdays, October 27, 2015-February 25, 2016 (No class 11/26, 12/22, 12/24, 12/29, 12/31) Time: 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Fee: $2,183 (Course fee includes textbooks & national exams) Instructor: Michele Howard-Swan Assistant: Bonnie LeBlanc Room: 226 Optional: Phlebotomy Clinical Externship (40 hours) You will work with a coordinator to start and complete your externship for the Phlebotomy/EKG Technician course with Manchester, Rockville, & Bay State hospitals. This clinical externship is optional for students in the program. Externships can be limited in availability. Once registered, individuals will be placed on a list in order of date of registration. As externship opportunities are identified, individuals must demonstrate core competencies to be placed in the field via an interview process and instructor approval. Students not ready for placement will go back on the list and follow an individual learning plan for areas identified that need to be developed further with the instructor. The interview process will be followed again as the next externship opportunity arises until the individual is deemed ready for externship. Student participation on identification of externships is vital so individuals may learn to market their skills for employment. Students must still meet the interview requirements and have externship site approval for sites they identified. CRN: 3415 HMED M7066 Date: Students will work with coordinator to set up schedule. Time: TBD Fee: $263 Coordinator: Michele Howard-Swan Phlebotomy/EKG Refresher Training This training course will help inactive Phlebotomists review and update their Phlebotomy knowledge and skills, providing an opportunity to move with confidence into a phlebotomy position and return to practice. This course will provide you with the hands-on training you need for certification under the National Health Career Association certifying body. Call Allied Health Coordinator Michele Howard-Swan to discuss the Refresher Training Course at CRN: TBA HMED M7115 Date: TBA Time: TBA Fee: $835 Coordinator: Michele Howard-Swan

7 Asnuntuck Community College Workforce Development and Continuing Education Fall 2015 Career Catalog PAGE 7 Allied Health Careers Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) (124 hours) All classes required: Electronic Health Records Medical Billing and Coding Anatomy and Physiology 1 Medical Assisting Office Procedures Medical Terminology Medical Assisting Labs One, Two and Three Medical Assisting Principles and Psychology Clinical Externship Medical Law and Ethics The Registered Medical Assistant program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in private medical offices, hospitals, home health care agencies, nursing homes, clinics, and diagnostic centers. Medical Assistants are key players in a health care team, performing clinical and administrative functions that keep health care delivery systems running smoothly. The duties of a Medical Assistant vary depending upon the location and size of the practice, and the physician s specialty. A Medical Assistant will perform clinical duties, which vary according to state law and include taking vital signs, drawing samples, explaining treatment procedures and preparing patients for examination. Medical Assistants will also perform many clerical duties, including updating records, arranging for hospital admission and laboratory services, and handling correspondence, billing, and bookkeeping. Medical assisting is among the fastest growing careers in the U.S. In fact, the Department of Labor reports that the need for medical assistants is expected to grow 34 percent between 2008 and 2018, which is much greater than average job growth. The Registered Medical Assistant Certificate is a noncredit program. The length of the program is approximately two years (part-time) including the clinical externship with classes in the evening and Saturdays. There is also a day schedule available, meeting Monday- Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. This takes 10 months to complete. You must take all recommended courses to receive a certificate. Asnuntuck Community College also offers a children s reading room which provides daycare free of charge to daytime students. Children must be at least 3 years of age to attend. You must have a high school diploma or GED to register for this course. You also must be 18 years of age. Students will be required to purchase required texts and materials, stethoscope, blood pressure cuff, and scrubs. Upon successful completion of classwork, students will be eligible to become nationally certified as Registered Medical Assistants by American Medical Technologists, which then qualifies the student to work in various doctors offices and hospitals throughout the country. An RMA certification is one of the highest a medical assistant can hold. Although formal certification is not necessary to enter the field, the U.S. Department of Labor recommends both formal coursework and certification, as employers prefer to hire certified workers. Certification will make you more competitive for top positions and will offer greater security in the labor market. Visit the American Medical Technologists website at or by phone at to register and/or get your application for your certification exam. (RMA) Certification exam is included in the cost of tuition. ** Essential Job Skills & Career Development Course REQUIRED for Certificate of Completion of program. Note: Cost of textbooks will be included in the tuition for each class as of July 28, 2015 Medical Billing and Coding Students will develop an understanding of the medical insurance industry. Federal and private insurance plans will be discussed with an overview of managed care. ICD-9 and CPT coding will be presented. Students will also gain knowledge of computerized software billing programs. This class meets for 10 weeks. CRN: 2236 HMED M7084 Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 28 to October 13 (Vacation Days TBA) Time: 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Fee: $695 Instructor: Michele Howard-Swan Room: 226 Medical Assisting Lab Two In this course, students will learn the physical and chemical aspects of urinalysis. Basic electrocardiography is taught while the students learn how to perform EKGs. Basic concepts of pharmacology will review major drug categories and their clinical use. The proper technique for administration of intradermal, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections will be discussed. CRN: 2003 HMED 7068 Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays, August 25 to December 10 Time: 12 p.m.-2 p.m. Fee: $589 Instructor: Michele Howard-Swan Room: 226 Medical Assisting Lab One In this course an emphasis will be placed on developing basic clinical skills such as measuring blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature. Ear and eye clinical procedures such as irrigation and instillation will be presented. Students will be able to measure visual acuity with a Snellen eye chart. Students will learn how to chart chief complaints, obtain medical histories, document in the medical record, and learn ways of preparing patients for routine and specialty exams along with the proper manner of assisting during these exams. Basic concepts of radiology are reviewed. CRN: 3599 HMED M7067 Date: Wednesdays & Fridays, September 16 to December 11 (no class 11/25, 11/27) Time: 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $580 Instructor: Michele Howard-Swan Room: 226 Anatomy and Physiology I A comprehensive study of the structure and function of the human body and the integration of body systems. Includes study of macroscopic and microscopic anatomy and the principles involved in the physiology of the following body systems: integumentary, lymph, muscular, skeletal, articular, and nervous. This class meets for 16 weeks. CRN: 3492 HMED M7072 Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays, October 20, 2015-February 23, 2016 (Vacation Days TBA) Time: 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Fee: $569 Instructor: Michele Howard-Swan Room: 226 Medical Assisting Lab Three This course focuses on advanced laboratory and clinical procedures. Medical and sterilization procedures are presented. Students will learn to set up sterile fields for surgery and learn the different types of sutures commonly used in the physician s office. The purpose of laboratory testing, types of tests, laboratory request forms, specimen collection, and storage procedures are discussed. Hands-on practice will include various blood collection methods. Students will become familiar with general hematology tests performed in a medical office as well as the purpose of different hematology and chemistry testing. Basic microbiology including various culture collection methods is discussed, and the safe handling of microbiological specimens is emphasized. CRN: TBA HMED M7069 Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays, January 5, 2016-April 21, 2016 Time: 12 p.m.-2 p.m. Fee: $580 Instructor: Michele Howard-Swan Room: 226 Medical Assisting Principles and Psychology This course is an overview of ethical and psychological concepts for medical assistants. The course introduces the professional aspects of medical assisting, human relations, and communication skills needed to deal with patients, and telephone techniques. Legal issues such as malpractice will be discussed. The legalities and ethical behavior associated with health care are discussed with emphasis on the legal and ethical responsibilities of the medical assistant. CRN: TBA HMED M7074 Date: Wednesdays & Fridays, January 6, 2016-March 18, 2016 Time: 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $636 Instructor: Michele Howard-Swan Room: 226

8 PAGE 8 Asnuntuck Community College Workforce Development and Continuing Education Fall 2015 Career Catalog RMA/continued Medical Transcription & Document Production (Hybrid) Teaches the fundamentals of machine transcription and the development of medical reports, patient records, histories/physicals, and correspondence. In addition to gaining proficiency with transcribing equipment, students will learn the necessary terminology respective to the medical field. Grammar, spelling, punctuation, and proofreading are stressed. **Prerequisite: electronic Health Records & Medical Terminology. CRN: TBA HMED M7082 Date: Wednesdays, January 13, 2016-March 9, 2016 Time: 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Fee: $526 Instructor: Michele Howard-Swan Spring Lab I Medical Law & Ethics Saturday Schedule (Part-Time Registered Medical Assistant Program) Anatomy and Physiology I A comprehensive study of the structure and function of the human body and the integration of body systems. Includes study of macroscopic and microscopic anatomy and the principles involved in the physiology of the following body systems: integumentary, lymph, muscular, skeletal, articular, and nervous. This class meets for 16 weeks. CRN: 2131 HMED M7072 Date: Saturdays, July 25-December 19 (no class 9/5, 10/10, 11/28) Time: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fee: $569 Instructor: Michele Howard-Swan Room: 226 SPRING 2016 CLASSES Medical Billing and Coding Students will develop an understanding of the medical insurance industry. Federal and private insurance plans will be discussed with an overview of managed care. ICD-9 and CPT coding will be presented. Students will also gain knowledge of computerized software billing programs. This class meets for 10 weeks. Allied Health Careers/Health & Wellness Programs CRN: TBA HMED M7084 Date: Saturdays, January 9, April 9, 2016 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $695 Instructor: Michele Howard-Swan Room: 226 Medical Terminology This course is designed for medical administrative office assistants, medical assistants, transcriptionist and medical billing specialist. Basic medical word roots, combining forms, suffixes, prefixes, and abbreviations are stressed. Emphasis is on spelling, definition, usage, and pronunciation. This class meets for 40 hours. CRN: TBA HMED M7112 Date: Saturdays, January 9, April 9, 2016 Time: 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Fee: $616 Basic Skin Esthetics Program (350 hours) This program prepares new students or cosmetologists for an entry-level position in the field of skin care, also known as esthetics. Upon successful completion of this program students will earn a certificate in Basic Skin Esthetics. Students may choose to apply for a Massachusetts Esthetics license. Basic Estheticians work in spas, salons, wellness centers and other settings providing services such as facials, full body waxing and makeup applications. Learning esthetics in a college setting has many advantages. There are clubs, sports, and activities to enjoy at Asnuntuck. We have many student services and students may choose to earn other certificates or degrees that complement esthetics. Students are welcome to participate in our May graduation ceremony. We strive to provide a caring and supportive learning atmosphere for all. Average salaries: Basic Estheticians in CT earn an average of $46,000, in MA $48,000. Waxing Specialists average $53,000 in CT, in MA $55,000. Makeup Artists in CT average $53,000, in MA $55,000 (2/26/15, Indeed.com). These figures include parttime workers. Many estheticians earn considerably more. Advanced estheticians earn an average of $13,000 more per year than basic estheticians. We highly recommend taking both Basic and Advanced programs to increase job opportunities and income potential. Employment of skin care specialists is projected to grow 40% from , much faster than average for all occupations (bls.gov). Course highlights include: *Skin Sciences: anatomy, physiology and histology of the skin, diseases and disorders. *General Sciences: anatomy and physiology of the body, infection control, first aid, chemistry, electricity and machines used in the practice of esthetics. *Theory: history of esthetics, ethics, communication, professionalism, resume building and job attainment skills. *Practical Esthetics: facial and body care protocols, massage, application and color theory of cosmetics plus hair removal techniques. *Business: fundamentals of business, management, business plan, marketing, contracts, laws, regulations and retail sales. Students will be required to perform services on the public in our supervised spa clinic setting. CRN: 3458 HMED M7167 Date: Monday-Friday, September 8-December 4 (No class 10/12, 11/11, 11/25, 11/26, 11/27, 12/8) Time: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Fee: $4,995 (Skincare kit and textbooks included in tuition) Instructor: Rose Gay/Maria Gay Room: 210/226B About the instructors: Rose Gay is a licensed Master Esthetician, Derma Care Nail Specialist, Massage Therapist, Aromatherapist and former spa owner with a background in the medical field. She holds many other advanced certifications. Maria Gay is a licensed Esthetician, Medical Assistant, Nail Technician, Aromatherapist and Reiki practitioner. She also owned a skincare practice and worked in the medical field. Together they have over 25 years of experience in the spa industry.

9 Advanced Skin Esthetics Program (350 hours) Asnuntuck Community College Workforce Development and Continuing Education Fall 2015 Career Catalog PAGE 9 Allied Health Careers This program is for basic estheticians or cosmetologists who wish to perform more advanced skin care services and to increase earning potential. Upon successful completion of this program students will earn a certificate in Advanced Skin Esthetics. Average salaries: Advanced Estheticians earn an average of $59,000 in CT and $61,000 in MA (2/26/15, Indeed.com). These figures include part-time workers. Many advanced estheticians earn considerably more. Employment of skin care specialists is projected to grow 40% from , much faster than average for all occupations (bls.gov). Learning esthetics in a college setting has many advantages. There are clubs, sports, and activities to enjoy at Asnuntuck. We have many student services and students may choose to earn other certificates or degrees that complement esthetics. Students are welcome to participate in our May graduation ceremony. We strive to provide a caring and supportive learning atmosphere for all. Career options include: skin care therapist in a spa, salon, dermatology, plastic surgery office, wellness clinic or hospital, skin care product or equipment representative, makeup artist for spas, salons, beauty stores, television, movies, theater, runway shows and in bridal boutiques. Choices also include hair removal specialist, writer for esthetic trade publications, newspaper and magazines, educator, body treatment specialist and more. Course highlights include: chemical peeling and exfoliation techniques, microdermabrasion, ultrasonic facials, body treatments, camouflage and airbrush makeup, basic aromatherapy, advanced facial massage, medical terminology and working in a medical environment, holistic and alternative skin care. These are just some of the many topics that will be taught in this class. CRN: 2228 HMED M7177 Date: Monday-Friday, September 8-December 4 (No class 10/12, 11/11, 11/25, 11/26, 11/27, 12/8) Time: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Fee: $4,995 (Skincare kit and textbooks included in tuition) Instructor: Rose Gay/Maria Gay Room: 210/226B Nail Technology Program (200 Hours) Students will earn a Nail Technology Certification. We encourage our graduates to apply for a Massachusetts license to increase job opportunities as most employers look for licensed nail technicians (there is currently no license required in Connecticut). Our nail technology clinic is open to the public allowing our students to achieve competency before entering the workforce. Nail Technologists care for the skin and nails of the hands and feet. They perform manicures, pedicures, and massage of the extremities, skin care for hands and feet, artificial nails and nail art. Average salaries: Salaries vary depending on the level of skills each technologist achieves and if they work full time or part time. According to Nail Magazine s The Big Book, industry statistics show the average nail technician earns around $645 per week plus tips and any additional income earned from retail sales. Nail technicians have a solid career outlook. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for nail technicians is expected to increase over the next several years by a total of 16 percent, which is faster than average for all careers. The industry has reported record-breaking growth: $7.47 billion in nail services. The reasons for recent growth are due to new and specialty services being offered. The desire of women and a growing number of men to lead a healthier lifestyle through better grooming and wellness will also result in higher employment for manicurists and pedicurists. Career options: nail technologist in a spa or salon, working with a podiatrist or in a med-spa, nail artist for the fashion industry, movies and television or working as a celebrity nail artist. Other options include manufacturer representatives and educators, writer for trade journals, magazines and newspapers. With additional education nail techs can go on to become a certified Podologist or earn a bachelor s degree in Podology. With today s aging population these specialties will be in high demand. Course highlights include: *General sciences: anatomy, physiology, infection control, skin and nail structure and growth, nail diseases and disorders, chemistry and electricity as it relates to nail technology. *Nail care: manicuring, pedicuring, massage, electric filing, nail tips and wraps, artificial nail enhancements and nail art. *Business Skills, ethics, communication, sales, owning your own business. *History of nails and more. Students who learn in a college instead of a beauty school are more likely to seek a degree to enhance their career. There are also clubs, sports and other activities to enjoy. We offer a caring and supportive learning environment for all. CRN: 3457 HMED M7166 Date: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, October 5, February 16, 2016 (No class 10/12, 11/11, 11/25, 11/26, 11/27, 12/8, 12/24, 12/25, 12/28, 12/29, 12/30, 12/31, 1/1, 1/18, 2/15) Time: 4 p.m.-8 p.m. Fee: $3,143 (Nail Technician kit and textbooks included in tuition) Instructor: Rose Gay/Maria Gay Room: 210/226B

10 PAGE 10 Asnuntuck Community College Workforce Development and Continuing Education Fall 2015 Career Catalog Allied Health Careers Massage Therapy Program (824 hours) All classes required: Pathology II Skeletal and Muscular Anatomy of the Upper Body Pharmacology for Massage Therapist Massage Therapy 3 Kinesiology Pathology III Skeletal and Muscular Anatomy of the Lower Body Clinical Special Populations Chair Massage Pathology I Oriental A Massage Therapy 2 Business of Massage Therapy The Massage Therapy program is designed to prepare students for an exciting career in massage therapy. Completing this program will prepare students to work with chiropractors, in health clubs, gyms, day spas, corporate settings, massage clinics or their own business. Massage Therapy is one of the fastest growing and most diverse occupations in the healthcare industry. Massage Therapists help with everything from stress management to injury rehabilitation. Students who complete this course will be prepared and eligible to take the NCETMB (National Certification Exam for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork), the exam required to obtain a license in the state of Connecticut. The Massage Therapy program is a non-credit program. The program will take approximately 1 year to complete full-time or approximately 2 years part-time. Full-time class hours are Tuesday-Friday, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Saturday classes will be held 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. All classes must be completed to receive a certificate in order to apply for the certification exam. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts employment of massage therapists is expected to grow by 20% from 2010 to Massage Therapy 3: 50 hours This course will teach students sports massage. They will learn how to work with a variety of athletes from the beginner to the competitive athlete. Topics covered will be pre-event, inter-event, post-event, rehab and recovery. Prereq: Massage Therapy 1 and Massage Theory and Practice CRN: 2074 HMED M7147 Date: Wednesdays & Fridays, June 3-August 12 Time: 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $464 Instructor: Sue Passini Room: 145 Pathology I: 40 hours This course will give an overview of the principles of pathology. It will also cover the pathologies of the integumentary, musculoskeletal, and nervous systems. It will inform students of when it is appropriate or not to work with clients with these pathologies. CRN: 2199 HMED M7140 Date: Wednesdays & Fridays, June 10-August 19 Time: 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Fee: $383 Instructor: Sue Passini Room: 145 Ethics: 30 hours In this course students will learn the ethical guidelines for NCBTMB, AMTA, ABMP. In addition they will learn the law associated with massage therapy, and how to handle ethical dilemmas. CRN: 2201 HMED M7149 Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 23-August 4 Time: 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $380 Instructor: Sue Passini Room: 145 Oriental A: 50 hours This course will cover basic oriental theory. Topics covered will be: yin/yang theory, 5 elements, the meridians and points associated with each meridian. CRN: 2203 HMED M7151 Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays, August 25-November 17 Time: 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Fee: $445 Instructor: Sue Passini Room: 145 Special Populations: 50 hours This course will teach students how to work with various populations and how to deal with concerns associated with each. Populations covered: elderly, pregnancy, infants, and various physical disabilities. Prereq: Massage Therapy 1 and Massage Theory and Practice, Anatomy and Physiology CRN: 2103 HMED M7148 Date: Wednesdays & Fridays, August 19- October 23 Time: 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $464 Instructor: Sue Passini Room: 145 Pathology II: 40 hours This course will cover the pathologies of the circulatory, lymph/immune, respiratory and digestive systems. It will inform students of when it is appropriate or not to work with clients with these pathologies. CRN: 2075 HMED M7141 Date: Wednesdays & Fridays, August 26- October 30 Time: 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Fee: $383 Instructor: Sue Passini Room: 145 Business of Massage Therapy: 30 hours In this course students will learn how to set up a massage therapy business. In addition they will learn how to write a professional resume and cover letter in order to obtain a job in massage therapy field. CRN: 2072 HMED M7150 Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays, August 11- September 17 Time: 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $311 Instructor: Sue Passini Room: 145 Theory of Massage Modalities: 60 Hours This course will provide the students with the principles and the history of the following modalities: Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Trigger Point Therapy, Prenatal Massage, Geriatric Massage. This course will allow students to explore each of these modalities. Note: Required for MA Licensure CRN: 3523 HMED M7176 Date: Mondays, August 24-December 14 Time: 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Fee: $534 Instructor: Kevin Zorda Room: 145 Massage Therapy 1: 60 hours This course will provide the student with the fundamentals of a massage session. Students will learn: Proper body mechanics, how to perform the 5 basic strokes of massage into a traditional Swedish session. CRN: 3575 HMED M7145 Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays, September 22- December 17 (no class 11/26) Time: 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $553 Instructor: Sue Passini Room: 145

11 Massage continued Massage Theory & Practice: 50 hours This course will cover the principles and scope of practice of a massage therapist. In addition, students will learn the history, physiological and psychological effects of massage therapy, the 5 basic strokes and their effects. CRN: 3577 HMED M7144 Date: Wednesday & Fridays, October 28, 2015-January 20, 2016 (no class 11/25, 11/27, 12/25, 1/1) Time: 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $464 Instructor: Sue Passini Room: 145 Anatomy and Physiology: 64 hours This introductory course offers an overview of the various body systems. This course includes overview of the body organization as well as information on the tissues and all 11 body systems. CRN: 3438 HMED M7137 Date: Wednesdays & Fridays, November 4, 2015-March 11, 2016 Time: 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Fee: $669 Instructor: Sue Passini Room: 145 Pathology I: 40 hours This course will give an overview of the principles of pathology. It will also cover the pathologies of the integumentary, musculoskeletal, and nervous systems. It will inform students of when it is appropriate or not to work with clients with these pathologies. CRN: 3440 HMED M7140 Date: Tuesday & Thursdays, December 1, 2015-February 16, 2016 Time: 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Fee: $383 Instructor: Sue Passini Room: 145 Asnuntuck Community College Workforce Development and Continuing Education Fall 2015 Career Catalog PAGE 11 Allied Health Careers Saturday Program Schedule Massage Theory & Practice: 50 hours This course will cover the principles and scope of practice of a massage therapist. In addition, students will learn the history, physiological and psychological effects of massage therapy, the 5 basic strokes and their effects. CRN: 3579 HMED M7144 Date: Saturdays, August 22, 2015-January 9, 2016 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $464 Instructor: Sue Passini Room: 145 Skeletal and Muscular Anatomy of the Upper Body: 45 hours This course will go into the skeletal and skeletal anatomy of the upper body. This course includes bony landmark identification, as well as origin, insertion and actions of the muscles. CRN: 3314 HMED M7138 Date: Saturdays, August 15, 2015-January 9, 2016 Time: 12:30 p.m.-3 p.m. Fee: $483 Instructor: Sue Passini Room: 145 ** Essential Job Skills & Career Development Course REQUIRED for Certificate of Completion of program. Please see page 16.** Healthcare Career OPEN HOUSE Thursday, Aug. 27, 2015 from 6-8 p.m. Asnuntuck Community College 170 Elm Street Enfield Learn more about our in-demand Healthcare Career Certificates and potential SNAP scholarships!* Nail Technology program Esthetician Certified Massage Therapist Registered Medical Assistant Medical Billing & Coding (CPC - Certified Professional Coder) Certified Pharmacy Technician Emergency Medical Technician Certified Phlebotomy & EKG Technician Veterinary Assistant Dental Assistant (X-Ray & Infection Control Certified) Certified Sterilization Technician Ophthalmic Assistant Public Safety Telecommunications Medical Office Assistant *Restrictions Apply NEW - Advanced Manufacturing! Save $100 off any class!* Class must be over $300 and coupon presented at open house. Valid with this coupon. NON-CREDIT CLASSES ONLY. Cannot be combined with any other offers.

12 PAGE 12 Asnuntuck Community College Workforce Development and Continuing Education Fall 2015 Career Catalog Dental Assistant Program (RHS & ICE Certification) (264 hours) Dental assistants perform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties. They sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment, prepare and lay out the instruments and materials required to treat each patient, and obtain and update patients dental records. Assistants make patients comfortable in the dental chair and prepare them for treatment. During dental procedures, assistants work alongside the dentist. They hand instruments and materials to dentists and keep patients mouths dry and clear by using suction hoses or other devices. They also instruct patients on postoperative and general oral healthcare. Dental assistants prepare materials for impressions and restorations, and process dental x-rays as directed by a dentist. They also may remove sutures, apply topical anesthetics to gums or cavity-preventive agents to teeth, remove excess cement used in the filling process, and place dental dams to isolate teeth for treatment. Many states are expanding dental assistants duties to include tasks such as coronal polishing and restorative dentistry functions for those assistants who meet specific training and experience requirements. Dental assistants with laboratory duties make casts of the teeth and mouth from impressions, clean and polish removable appliances, and make temporary crowns. Those with office duties schedule and confirm appointments, receive patients, keep treatment records, send bills, receive payments, and order dental supplies and materials. Dental assistants must work closely with, and under the supervision of, dentists. Dental assistants are an important part of the oral healthcare team with dental hygienists and dentists. They are usually employed by private and group practices, public health clinics, mobile dental clinics, military service, dental schools and even insurance companies. The program of study includes: Dental Assisting Techniques, Oral Anatomy, Dental Radiology, Dental Sciences, Dental Materials, Dental Assisting Techniques, Dental Sciences, Dental Records, and an optional opportunity to participate in a Dental Clinical Externship. The method of learning in this program will be lectures, real life case studies, hands-on clinical practice, guest speakers and dental industry representatives from today s dental field delivering the most current and up-to-date findings within the dental field. ACC has a full chairside dental classroom laboratory, where students will be learning all relevant chairside techniques. This course meets two nights per week for nine months. Allied Health Careers Fall Schedule: CRN: 3267 HMED M7118 Date: Monday & Wednesday, October 5, 2015-July 5, 2016 Time: 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Fee: $4,057; Cost includes RHS/ICE exam, textbooks and student kit Instructor: Laura DaSilva, RDH, BS, CDA; Assistant: Jennifer Paulin, CDA Room: 145A Dental Assistant Clinical Externship (180 hours optional) You will work with a coordinator to complete your externship for the Dental Assistant course with local dental offices. This clinical externship is optional for students in the program. Externships can be limited in availability. Once registered, individuals will be placed on a list in order of date of registration. As externship opportunities are identified, individuals must demonstrate core competencies to be placed in the field. Summer Schedule: CRN: 2060 HMED M7119 Date: Students will work with Coordinator Fee: $394 Fall Schedule: CRN: 3258 HMED M7119 Date: Students will work with Coordinator Fee: $394 Substitute Teacher Training Institute ** Essential Job Skills & Career Development Course REQUIRED for Certificate of Completion of program. Please see page 16.** Dental assistants are not licensed, certified or registered by the Department of Public Health. Dentists may allow dental assistants to take x-rays if they have demonstrated successful completion of the RHS portion of the Dental Assistant National Board (DANB). Although it is not required for the Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) components of the DANB, this course will prepare students to sit for the Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) and the Infection Control (ICE) portion of the Dental Assistant National Board (DANB) exams. After obtaining the Infection Control and Radiology component, you then are eligible to work in the field and accumulate the required hours needed to take the third and final portion of the CDA certification. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that Dental Assisting is expected to grow 36% from 2008 to Please be advised that if you have been convicted of a felony, you may not be eligible for clinical experiences, internships, externships or certifications associated with certain Allied Health courses or programs. Those with previous convictions may also find it difficult to secure employment within a healthcare setting. Summer Schedule: CRN: 2053 HMED M7118 Date: Monday & Wednesday, July 6, 2015-April 6, 2016 Time: 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Fee: $4,057; Cost includes RHS/ICE exam, textbooks and student kit Instructor: Laura DaSilva, RDH, BS, CDA; Assistant: Jennifer Paulin, CDA Room: 145A For those interested in substituting for children ages 3 years through second grade in public schools Program Features: GUEST PRESENTERS Subject matter experts will be presenting on working with challenging children, classroom management and more. BEST PRACTICES For positive approaches to discipline, following a teacher s lesson plan and writing reflective notes at the close of day. PROCEDURAL AWARENESS Understand school policies, rules and regulations. *This Institute will provide you with the information and skills needed to substitute teach in public schools, infant and toddler programs, private preschools and day cares as well as private schools through grade two. Please note, this program is open to anyone with a minimum of a high school diploma or GED, but some public schools require substitute teachers to hold a Bachelor s degree. You should check with the school as requirements vary by district. A t A s n u n t u c k C o m m u n i t y C o l l ege, October 26-30, a.m. -3 p.m. Asnuntuck Community College announces a Substitute Paraprofessionals. Hired substitutes will work closely with KELLY and partic- new, comprehensive, one-week program aimed at helping instructors achieve success ipating schools to maximize placement to in the classroom and stand out amongst the help staff area schools when existing staff competition in the substitute teacher pool. are unavailable. KELLY Educational Staffing is proud to welcome students of Asnuntuck Substitute PROGRAM COST is $100 per participant. Call to register or for more information. Teacher Training Institute to apply for consideration to be KELLY Substitute Teachers or 170 Elm Street, Enfield CT Tel

13 Removing Barriers To Education Asnuntuck Community College Workforce Development and Continuing Education Fall 2015 Career Catalog PAGE 13 Allied Health Careers At Asnuntuck, we know that sometimes the realities of life can get in the way of learning. That s why we constantly strive to remove barriers to learning by offering our students free, cooperative day care in the Children s Reading Room, free transportation for students aboard the Town of Enfield s Magic Carpet bus service, payment plans, low interest loans, scholarships and more. To learn more please see the Resources For Students informational box on page 2 of this catalog. Emergency Technician Training (EMT) (180 hours classroom, 35 hours clinical training) An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is a person who has been trained to render immediate care for the sick and injured. The job of an EMT is multifaceted, presenting numerous challenges in a variety of emergency environments. An EMT may work in an ambulance or in a hospital emergency department. An applicant for an EMT training course must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or the equivalent. Students under 18 can take this course with parents permission, and must be 16 by the course completion. Students over the age of 18 receive both CT and national certification; under 18 receive the CT certification ONLY. High school subjects recommended for persons interested in becoming an EMT are driver education and health and science courses. Armed forces medic training is also considered good preparation for prospective EMTs. This course is excellent for people considering careers in fire, police, security and as a Physician s Assistant. Emergency Medical Technicians are projected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics to have almost a 10% growth from All students must have Internet access to take this course. The program includes weekly distance learning quizzes on the text companion website. Online certification training in NIMS and OSHA requirements are an additional 15 hours of training. Ten hours of clinical training and eight hours of practicum experiential learning are included as a mandatory part of the EMT program and are scheduled during nonclassroom hours, based on student choice. Immunizations are required for the clinical portion of this course at Johnson Memorial Hospital; the packet can be obtained in the Continuing Education office, Room 155. State and National Certification exams are an additional fee and are scheduled after successful completion of the program. 170 Elm Street, Enfield, CT Redesigning Your Future Students who have successfully completed the Emergency Medical Technician program and have been certified by the State of Connecticut are eligible to receive college credit through the Connecticut Credit Assessment Program administered by Charter Oak State College. Students should request that a copy of their program transcript be sent to Charter Oak. Credits may be used at Charter Oak State College or transferred to another school by setting up a credit registry with Charter Oak. (Any transfer credit is at the discretion of the receiving institution.) edu/current/programs/creditregistry.cfm. Please be advised that if you have been convicted of a felony, you may not be eligible for clinical experiences, internships, externships or certifications associated with certain Allied Health courses or programs. Those with previous convictions may also find it difficult to secure employment within a healthcare setting. CRN: 3076 HMED M5005 Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays, September 8, 2015-January 21, 2016 (no class 11/26) Time: 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Fee: $907 (Cost includes textbooks) Instructor: Lisa Shelanskas, NR Paramedic, EMS I, BS ChEngr Room: Café II

14 PAGE 14 Asnuntuck Community College Workforce Development and Continuing Education Fall 2015 Career Catalog Certified Professional Coder Certificate Program (524 hours) Allied Health Careers All classes required: Electronic Health Records Current Procedural Terminology I Anatomy & Physiology Medical Terminology Current Procedural Terminology II Computerized Medical Billing ICD-10-CM Current Procedural Terminology III Understanding Health Insurance Medical Laws & Ethics Coding Applications Medical coders assign a code to each diagnosis and procedure by using classification systems software. The classification system determines the amount for which healthcare providers will be reimbursed if the patient is covered by Medicare, Medicaid, or other insurance programs using the system. Coders may use several coding systems, such as those required for ambulatory settings, physicians offices, or long-term care. Demand for medical records and health information technicians is expected to increase by 20%. Upon completion of the Certified Professional Coder Program, you will have acquired the necessary skills for a career as a successful medical coder. Employment opportunities for certified medical coders include private physician offices, outpatient hospital facilities, insurance companies as medical claims reviewers, and many more career opportunities. The Certified Professional Coder Certificate Program is a non-credit program. The ength of the program is about seven months. You must ake all recommended courses to receive a certificate. snuntuck Community College also offers a children s eading room that provides day care free of charge to aytime students. Children must be at least 3 years of ge to attend. You must a have a high school diploma r GED to register for this course. You also must be t least 18 years of age. Students will be required to urchase required textbooks and supplies. Upon successful completion of classwork, students will be eligible to become nationally certified as a CPC-A (Certified Professional Coder Apprentice) by the American Academy of Professional Coders. You will earn this credential (CPC-A) after successfully passing the national certification examination. This certification is sponsored by the American Academy of Professional Coders (the AAPC), a nationally recognized organization offering professional accreditation, education, recognition, and networking opportunities to medical coders utilizing CPT, ICD-9 and HCPCS. Visit them at or call to obtain an application packet or information. Tuition includes price of CPC exam.** Essential Job Skills & Career Development Course REQUIRED for Certificate of Completion of program. Please see page 16.** Students who have successfully completed the Certified Professional Coder program and have been certified by the State of Connecticut are eligible to receive college credit through the Connecticut Credit Assessment Program administered by Charter Oak State College. Students should request that a copy of their program transcript be sent to Charter Oak. Credits may be used at Charter Oak State College or transferred to another school by setting up a credit registry with Charter Oak. (Any transfer credit is at the discretion of the receiving institution.) Note: The cost of textbooks is included in the tuition for each class. Electronic Health Records/Word Processing for Health Care Professionals The Electronic Health Record (EHR) is a longitudinal electronic record of patient health information generated by one or more encounters in any care delivery setting. Included in this information are patient demographics, progress notes, problems, medications, vital signs, past medical history, immunizations, laboratory data and radiology reports. The EHR automates and streamlines the clinician s workflow. The EHR has the ability to generate a complete record of a clinical patient encounter including evidence-based decision support, quality management, and outcomes reporting. The course will begin with basic keyboarding skills and word processing skills using Microsoft Word and then will transition into the Electronic Health Record. The course will include an overview of medical record software MedTrak, administrative uses of the medical record, clinical uses of the medical record, and the importance of privacy, confidentiality, and security. This class meets for 40 hours. CRN: 2185 HMED M7111 Date: Mondays, May 18 to October 5 (no class 5/25, 6/15, 6/22, 7/6, 9/7) Time: 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Fee: $408 Instructor: Monique Milhomens Current Procedural Terminology I This course is designed to identify the purpose of the CPT manual. It will allow students to convert descriptions of medical, surgical, and diagnostic services into numerical codes. This class meets for 40 hours. CRN: 2114 HMED M7097 Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 30 to September 1 Time: 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Fee: $542 Instructor: Monique Milhomens Room: 227 Medical Terminology This course is designed for medical administrative office assistants, medical assistants, transcriptionist and medical billing specialist. Basic medical word roots, combining forms, suffixes, prefixes, and abbreviations are stressed. Emphasis is on spelling, definition, usage, and pronunciation. This class meets for 40 hours. CRN: 2120 HMED M7112 Date: Mondays, July 27-November 30 Time: 12 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Fee: $616 Instructor: Monique Milhomens Room: 227

15 Asnuntuck Community College Workforce Development and Continuing Education Fall 2015 Career Catalog PAGE 15 Allied Health Careers Computerized Medical Billing This course will familiarize students with computerized medical account management and help them develop the necessary skills to work with confidence in a medical office. Students will receive hands-on experience inputting patient information, scheduling appointments, doing day-to-day billing, and filing reports and insurance claims. This class meets for 40 hours. CRN: 2115 HMED M5061 Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 28 to September 24 (2 days off in August) Time: 12 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Fee: $618 Instructor: Monique Milhomens Room: 150 Current Procedural Terminology II This course will allow students to build upon their CPT coding skills. Students will become proficient in coding from the Surgery Section of the CPT manual. This course meets for 40 hours. CRN: 2219 HMED M7098 Date: Wednesdays & Fridays, July 29-September 25 (2 days off in August) Time: 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Fee: $542 Instructor: Monique Milhomens Room: 227 Anatomy & Physiology A comprehensive study of the structure and function of the human body and the integration of body systems. Includes study of macroscopic and microscopic anatomy and the principles involved in the physiology of the following body systems: integumentary, lymph, muscular, articular, and nervous. This class meets for 40 hours. CRN: 2221 HMED M7072 Date: Wednesdays & Fridays, July 29-September 25 (2 days off in August) Time: 12 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Fee: $568 Instructor: Monique Milhomens Room: 227 Current Procedural Terminology III Students will continue to build upon their CPT coding skills. Upon completion, students will be proficient in coding from all sections of the CPT manual. This course meets for 40 hours. CRN: 3274 HMED M7113 Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays, September 8-October 29 Time: 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Fee: $542 Instructor: Monique Milhomens Room: 227 Understanding Health Insurance Major health insurance programs and government sponsored programs will be discussed with an emphasis on Medicare. Students will become familiar with insurance terminology. Students will continue diagnostic and procedure coding through learning exercises including completing CMS-1500 claim forms and extracting information from case studies. Review and appeals policies will also be addressed. This class meets for 50 hours. CRN: 3081 HMED M7099 Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays, September 29-December 10 (no class 11/26) Time: 12 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Fee: $634 Instructor: Monique Milhomens Room: 227 ICD-10-CM ICD-9-CM was replaced with the implementation of ICD-10-CM in October This course will outline the improvements in the content and format of the I-10. The structures of the new system and the cross reference to find corresponding diagnosis codes between the two code sets will be covered. This course will cover the 21 chapters of ICD-10-CM as well as the official coding guidelines to properly document medical necessity. This course meets for 50 hours. Note: This course is mandatory. CRN: 3456 HMED M7156 Date: Wednesdays & Fridays, September 30-December 11 (no class 11/27) Time: 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Fee: $774 Instructor: Monique Milhomens Room: 227 Coding Applications This course will reinforce Current Procedure Terminology coding and ICD-9-CM coding. Students will use knowledge they acquired in CPT I, CPT II, and ICD-9-CM to code Operative reports, Emergency Department reports, Discharge Summaries, Clinic and Office Chart notes, Radiology Reports, and CT Scan reports. This class is the final step to fully prepare students for the world of coding. Students will be given a mock CPC certification exam as well as in-depth CPC review to fully prepare them for certification. This class meets for 40 hours *Prerequisites CPT I, CPT II, ICD-9-CM and co-requisite CPT III CRN: 3389 HMED M7104 Date: Wednesdays & Fridays, September 30-December 11 (no class 11/27) Time: 12 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Fee: $485 Instructor: Monique Milhomens Room: 227 Electronic Health Records/Word Processing for Health Care Professionals The Electronic Health Record (EHR) is a longitudinal electronic record of patient health information generated by one or more encounters in any care delivery setting. Included in this information are patient demographics, progress notes, problems, medications, vital signs, past medical history, immunizations, laboratory data and radiology reports. The EHR automates and streamlines the clinician s workflow. The EHR has the ability to generate a complete record of a clinical patient encounter including evidence-based decision support, quality management, and outcomes reporting. The course will begin with basic keyboarding skills and word processing skills using Microsoft Word and then will transition into the Electronic Health Record. The course will include an overview of medical record software MedTrak, administrative uses of the medical record, clinical uses of the medical record, and the importance of privacy, confidentiality, and security. This class meets for 40 hours. CRN: 3490 HMED M7111 Date: Mondays, October 19, 2015-March 7, 2016 (no class 1/18, 2/15) Time: 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Fee: $548 Instructor: Monique Milhomens Medical Law and Ethics Students will develop an understanding of dealing with patients within a professional code of ethics. The legal and ethical responsibilities of healthcare practitioners are presented. Emphasis is on confidentiality, medical malpractice, and physicians rights and responsibilities. Fraud and penalties for fraud are discussed as well as HIPAA and OIG. This class meets for 40 hours. CRN: 3079 HMED M7083 Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays, November 3, 2015-January 7, 2016 (no class 11/26, 12/22, 12/24, 12/31) Time: 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Fee: $553 Instructor: Monique Milhomens Room: 227

16 PAGE 16 Asnuntuck Community College Workforce Development and Continuing Education Fall 2015 Career Catalog Veterinary Assistant Program (150 hours) The Veterinary Assistant program prepares students to assist the veterinarian in all aspects of animal care. Veterinary Assistants provide surgical and nursing care to animals in clinics, as well as in field settings. They also provide basic care, perform laboratory procedures, and assist in the veterinary clinic with other functions. Veterinary Assistants work in a variety of settings including animal hospitals and clinics, animal shelters, laboratories, zoos, and animal parks. Some of the skills students will learn in this course include: Laws and their Implications; Front Office Procedures; Animal Restraint; Examination Room Procedures; Pharmacy Skills; Laboratory Skills; Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging; Medical Nursing; Surgical Tasks; Grooming; and Facility Maintenance. Program content requires the application of basic math and technical reading skills. Students in the Veterinary Assistant program will learn about the care of animals as well as how to recognize signs of illness and disease. This program also covers interpersonal communication, interaction with clients and their animals, as well as assisting the veterinarian during examinations. Administrative duties, such as fee collection, banking, and accounts payable will be emphasized, and the student will learn basic information about pet insurance. The veterinary assisting course is a vital asset to the student who wishes to work in this exciting and rewarding career field. Veterinarian Assistants/Technicians are projected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics to have over a 35% growth from A Veterinary Assistant will be able to work in a veterinary clinic/hospital or related animal health care environment upon completion of the program. ** Essential Job Skills & Career Development Course REQUIRED for Certificate of completion of Program.** Please be advised that if you have been convicted of a felony, you may not be eligible for clinical experiences, internships, externships or certifications associated with certain Allied Health courses or programs. Those with previous convictions may also find it difficult to secure employment within a healthcare setting. CRN: 3155 HMED M7077 Date: Mondays & Thursdays, October 26, 2015-May 2, 2016 (no class 11/26, 12/24, 12/31 1/18, 2/15) Time: 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Fee: $2,379 (Cost includes textbooks) Instructor: Michelle Lewandowski Room: 227 Mandatory: Veterinary Assistant Clinical Externship (30) hours You will work with a coordinator to start and complete your externship for the Veterinary Assistant course with local Veterinary Offices and Hospitals. This clinical externship course is optional to students in the program. Externships can be limited in availability. Once registered, individuals will be placed on a list in order of date of registration. Allied Health Careers As externship opportunities are identified individuals must demonstrate core competencies to be placed in the field via an interview process and instructor approval. Students not ready for placement will go back to the top of the list and follow an individual learning plan for areas identified that need to be developed further with the instructor. The interview process will be followed again as the next externship opportunity arises until the individual is deemed ready for externship. Student participation on identification of externships is necessary as individuals must learn to market their skills for employment. Students must still meet the interview requirements and have externship site approval for sites identified. CRN: 3116 HMED M711 Date: TBA Fee: $263 Coordinator: Michele Howard- Swan/Michelle Lewandowski Required Course: Essential Job Skills & Career Development Course This course is designed to aid students in successfully transitioning into their chosen careers. Emphasis will be placed on the development of creating a resume as well as essential interview skills to give students the tools to procure employment. Students will engage in mock interviews to develop these skills. Guest speakers will cover topics such as what makes a successful employee and how to ensure a good interview. Additional material to be covered will be team building, conflict resolution in the workplace and providing quality customer service. Students will learn the essential core values needed to become an asset to their employers, ensuring a successful career. This class meets for 14 hours at instructor s discretion. An additional date for interviews may be added to class dates. See instructor for details. JOB SKILLS CLASSES CRN: 3172 HMED M7114 Date: Saturdays, September 12, 19, 26 (September 26 - class meets from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.) Time: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Fee: $156 Instructor: Shaunna Lowe Room: 227 CRN: 3190 HMED M7114 Date: Wednesdays, September 16, 23, 30, October 7 Time: 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Fee: $156 Instructor: Kevin Zorda Room: 128 CRN: 3425 HMED M7114 Date: Wednesdays, October 14, 21, 28, November 4 Time: 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Fee: $156 Instructor: Shaunna Lowe Room: 128 CRN: 3436 HMEDM7114 Date: Saturdays, October 10, 17, 24 (October 24 - class meets from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.) Time: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Fee: $156 Instructor: Shaunna Lowe Room: 128 CRN: 3466 HMEDM7114 Date: Saturdays, October 31, November 7, 14 (November 14 - class meets from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.) Time: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Fee: $156 Instructor: Monique Milhomens Room: 227 CRN: 3592 HMED M7114 Date: Wednesdays, November 18, December 2, 9, 16 (no class 11/25) Time: 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Fee: $156 Instructor: Kevin Zorda Room: 128 CRN: 3589 HMED M7114 Date: Saturdays, November 21, December 5, 12 (no class 11/28) (December 12 - class meets from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.) Time: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Fee: $156 Instructor: Shaunna Lowe Room: 128

17 Asnuntuck Community College Workforce Development Asnuntuck and Continuing Community Education College Fall CREDIT 2015 Career CATALOG Catalog PAGE 17 Asnuntuck Community College Schedule of Credit Courses Fall 2015 Classes begin August 31st Elm Street, Enfield, CT 06082

18 PAGE 18 Asnuntuck Community College Workforce CREDIT CATALOG Development and Continuing Education Fall 2015 Career Catalog Fall 2015 Admissions & Registration Information Three Ways to Become a Student: IN PERSON: BY MAIL/FAX: VIA THE WEB: Admissions Office, FAX: Room 111 Form Available (Available until August 24, 2015) at: Three Ways to Register for Classes: IN PERSON: BY MAIL/FAX: VIA THE WEB: 24 HOURS A DAY Beginning March 30 Beginning March 30 From March 30 to August 30 Registrar s Office, Room 104 FAX: OPEN REGISTRATION HOURS: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday Friday, beginning March 30 Counselors are available until 6:00 pm Monday - Wednesday EXTENDED EVENING HOURS: 8:30 am 6:30 pm on May 5, May 20, June 1, August 11, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27, 31, and Sept. 1, 2 COLLEGE CLOSINGS: May 25, July 3-5 Academic Calendar August 30 Sunday Last Day for 100% General Fund Tuition Refund August 31 Monday Fall Classes Begin September 5-6 Saturday-Sunday College Closed September 7 Monday Labor Day (College Closed, No Classes Held) September 14 Monday End of Add/Drop Period/Last Day for 50% General Fund Tuition Refund Septembe 17 Thursday Constitution Day (College Open, Classes Held) September 28 Monday Last Day to Change to/from Audit Status October 12 Monday Columbus Day (College Open, Classes Held) November 2 Monday Registration Begins for Wintersession 2015 & Spring 2016 November 9 Monday Last Day to Make Up Incompletes from Spring 2015 November 11 Wednesday Veterans Day (College Open, Classes Held) November 20 Friday Final Date for Withdrawal from classes November 25 Wednesday College Open, No Classes Held November Thursday-Sunday Thanksgiving Recess (College Closed) November 30 Monday Classes Resume December 8 Tuesday Reading Day (College Open, No Classes Held) December 11 Friday Last Day of Classes December Saturday-Friday Final Exams December 21 Monday Instructors Final Grades Due by 12 Noon December 22 Tuesday Final Grades Available Online at December Friday-Sunday Holiday (College Closed) January 1 Friday Holiday (College Closed) Notice of Non-discrimination: Asnuntuck Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or criminal record. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Jill Rushbrook, Primary Title IX Coordinator (for students), jrushbrook@asnuntuck.edu (860) , and Cheryl Cyr, Secondary Title IX Coordinator (for faculty and staff), ccyr@asnuntuck.edu (860) , and Maki McHenry, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, mmchenry@asnuntuck.edu (860) , Asnuntuck Community College, 170 Elm Street, Enfield, CT

19 Asnuntuck Community College Workforce Development Asnuntuck and Continuing Community Education College Fall CREDIT 2015 Career PROGRAMS Catalog PAGE 19 Check Out Asnuntuck Our ACADEMIC Academic Degree DEGREE Programs PROGRAMS! Asnuntuck Community College 170 Elm Street, Enfield, CT Associates in Science Accounting The accounting program has four goals: (1) To prepare students to be accounting paraprofessionals. The accounting employee with an associate degree can fill positions in business, industry and government including cost-accounting technician, budget technician, general bookkeeper, and various positions in the federal government; (2) To provide students with an opportunity to take accounting courses in order to advance in their present job or to qualify for a promotion. These students may only require a few courses and may not wish to earn a degree; (3) To provide accounting courses to students earning degrees in related areas such as business administration; and (4)To allow the largest amount of credits to transfer to as many four -year colleges and universities as possible. We recommend students be familiar with the requirements for the institution to which they will transfer. Program Information The Accounting program covers topics in financial, managerial, intermediate and cost accounting in addition to a variety of foundational courses. Upon completion of the program, graduates are able to: Demonstrate an ability to communicate verbally and in writing; prepare financial statements; demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills; use information technology to prepare financial reports; possess basic bookkeeping skills. Transfer Opportunities: Students attaining an Associates in Accounting degree are well positioned to transfer to many four year institutions. Because of the various articulation agreements with the four year institutions, students are strongly urged to discuss their transfer plans with their advisor. Employment Information: Students with an accounting degree are employable in many fields: retail, manufacturing, banking, Insurance and many others. Graduates find jobs in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. We encourage students to select their transfer college or university as early as possible. Students should see an advisor before choosing elective courses. For more information, contact: Professor Nick Lefakis nlefakis@asnuntuck.edu

20 PAGE 20 Asnuntuck Community College CREDIT Workforce PROGRAMS Development and Continuing Education Fall 2015 Career Catalog Asnuntuck Academic Degree Programs Asnuntuck Community College 170 Elm Street, Enfield, CT Associates in Science Business Administration The business administration degree and courses are designed to prepare students for work in either profit or not-for-profit organizations in the 21st century. Rapid changes in organizations are continuing to change the nature of work. This rapid pace of change will continue to provide many people in organizations with opportunities for challenging jobs. With reductions in the number of middle managers, many workers' jobs become more interesting as organizations provide opportunities for planning, working with others, developing new ideas, and implementing new concepts. Program Information Business courses are designed to prepare students for this exciting and challenging work environment. The business administration degree provides students with the flexibility to pursue personal interests. Students completing the degree may choose to transfer to a four-year college, move immediately into work, or combine work with further education. Business faculty are available to discuss course and career planning and strongly encourage students to seek out this counsel. Transfer Opportunities: Students attaining an Associates in Business degree are well positioned to transfer to many four year institutions. Because of the various articulation agreements with the four year institutions, students are strongly urged to discuss their transfer plans with their advisor. Employment Information: Students with a business degree are employable in many fields: retail, manufacturing, marketing, banking, insurance and many others. Graduates find jobs in the public and private sectors, and many run businesses of their own. For more information, contact: Professor Heidi Fitzgerald hfitzgerald@asnuntuck.edu