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2 Thank you for your interest in the Collin College Continuing Education Healthcare Programs. We hope that you find the following information helpful.

3 Important Phone Numbers Registration Bookstore Continuing Education Offices

4 Collin College Campuses Courtyard Center West Plano Central Park McKinney Spring Creek East Plano Preston Ridge Frisco Maps, addresses and contact numbers are located in the back of the CE Catalog and on the website,

Ridge Frisco Maps, addresses and contact numbers are

5 Healthcare Offerings Credit Programs Associate degrees available in: Nursing Respiratory Care Surgical Technology Dental Hygiene Health Information Technology Certificate Programs available in: Paramedic EMT Medical Coding/Billing (online) Medical Transcription (online) Contact Academic Advising for more information about these courses at

Programs available in: Paramedic EMT Medical Coding/Billing (online) Medical

6 Healthcare Offerings Continuing Education Health Unit Clerk Medical Coding Dental Assisting/RDA Ophthalmic Assistant Optician Electrocardiography (EKG) Practice Administration Pharmacy Technician Healthcare Leadership

Assistant Optician Electrocardiography (EKG) Practice

7 New Courses Summer 2008 Electronic Health Records Building and Managing Healthcare Teams

8 Continuing Education for Current Healthcare Professionals Licensed Professional Counselor Brochures available in the CE office on the 3 rd floor CE for Massage Therapy Classes available again in the fall

Brochures available in the CE office on the 3 rd

9 Medical Coding Certificate Series Evening classes or fast track day series Medical Coding Certificate Series Prerequisites Medical Terminology Basic Anatomy & Physiology

10 Medical Coding Certificate Series Six required courses 256 contact hours Taught by industry experts Prepares students for entry level position National certification strongly recommended

11 Medical Coding Certificate Series Medical Coding required courses Healthcare Ethics and HIPAA Administrative Procedures & Medical Documentation (or Computers in the Medical Office) Pathophysiology Introduction to Medical Coding & Billing Medical Coding I & II

Medical Documentation (or Computers in the Medical Office)

12 Medical Coding Certifications for Medical Coding can be obtained through AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association) AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders)

Information Management Association) www.ahima.

13 Additional Course Offerings Other courses available Medical Coding Exam Review Medical Billing and Reimbursement Computers in the Medical Office Electronic Health Records

14 Dental Assisting/RDA Dental Assisting 70 hour program 2-nights per week or all day Friday class options available Must have Hep B shot series completed prior to direct patient care Need to complete CPR class

15 Dental Assisting/RDA Registered Dental Assistant 8 hour class plus state exam Approved by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners Must submit CPR along with test results

16 Dental Assisting/RDA Administrative Dental Assistant Learn the essential administrative tasks for managing the business aspects of a dental practice.

17 Ophthalmic Assistant Training Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Take medical histories, administer eye medications, instruct patients in care and use of corrective lenses, perform all the ophthalmologic tests necessary for preliminary and highly specific eye exams, assist in ophthalmic surgery, and maintain ophthalmic and surgical instruments, as well as office equipment. 80 hour program 60 hours lecture/20 hours clinical

tests necessary for preliminary and highly specific eye exams, assist in ophthalmic surgery, and

18 Optician Optician (ABOC) Dispensing opticians make glasses using the prescriptions ophthalmologists and optometrists write for their patients. Opticians make recommendations to the patient about which type of frames and lenses would be best for them. 80 hour program 60 hours lecture/20 hours clinical

Opticians make recommendations to the patient about which type of frames

19 Health Unit Clerk 128 hour classroom 80 hour clinical internship Learn the skills needed to become a vital member of the patient care team. Certification through the National Association of Health Unit Coordinators, Inc.

20 Health Unit Clerk Requirements Completed application and successful completion of the following: Proof of current immunizations including tetanus TB skin test Drug screen Criminal background check

21 Health Unit Clerk Mandatory information session Tuesday, June 17th 12:30-1:30 or Thursday, July 17 th, 12:30-1:30 Course start dates Fall, September 2 nd Career Opportunities Health Unit Clerk (HUC) Health Unit Coordinator Health Unit Secretary

22 Pharmacy Technician Certification Preparation 50 hour course Preparation to take the national certification exam administered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Fee includes books, lab materials and study guides Prepares students to work in a retail pharmacy setting Certification information can be obtained at

23 Pharmacy Compounding and Sterile Preparations 50 hour course Must be a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) or have recently completed the Pharmacy Technician class Fee includes books, lab materials and study guides Prepares students to work with sterile compounding, IV admixtures and aseptic techniques Prepares students to work in a hospital or compounding pharmacy setting Approved by the Texas Pharmacy Association & ACPE

24 Electrocardiography (EKG) Certification Training 50 hour course Preparation to take the National Certification Exam Certification exam is proctored onsite after course is completed Exam results take about 12 weeks

25 Electrocardiography (EKG) Certification Training Certified EKG Technician career opportunities Monitor Technician EKG Tech Entry level position

26 Practice Administrator Certificate Series 196 hour certificate series Curriculum approved by the Professional Association of Health Care Office Management (PAHCOM) Students are eligible to take the Certified Medical Manager (CMM) exam upon completion of the series

27 Practice Administrator Certificate Series Prerequisites Twelve (12) formal college credit hours pertinent to business management Must become a student member of the Professional Association of Healthcare Office Management (PAHCOM)

28 Practice Administrator Certificate Series Two levels of certification Certified Medical Manager (CMM), applicants must have three years minimum of healthcare experience Certified Medical Manager- Apprentice (CMM-A), applicants with less than three years of healthcare experience

29 Practice Administrator Certificate Series Classes include: Medical Terminology Healthcare Ethics & HIPAA Compliance Introduction to Medical Coding & Billing Human Resources for Healthcare Leaders Revenue Cycle Management Contract Negotiation & Conflict Resolution Managing the Medical Practice

30 Healthcare Leadership Series Advanced skills for healthcare leaders Current offerings: Revenue Cycle Management Human Resources for Healthcare Contract Negotiation and Conflict Resolution Project Management for Healthcare Leaders Building and Managing Healthcare Teams

31 Informational Websites For further information about healthcare careers CPR for Healthcare Providers available through Emergency Medical Training Services

32 Free Resources Available Resume and Interview Workshop Available to CE students at no cost Next available dates Saturday, June 14, 9am-12pm Saturday, August 2, 9am-12pm Course sections listed on page 10 of the summer catalog Career Services Located at SCC, PRC and CPC Job postings on-site and online Resume posting online Career Assessments, helpful in deciding on a major or career

33 Thank you! For more information, call To view our schedule of classes, visit You may register for classes in person, online or over the phone at

CEI 400--Pharmacy Technician Certification (Exam Preparation)

ALLIED HEALTH PROGRAMS CEI 400--Pharmacy Technician Certification (Exam Preparation) This comprehensive 50 hour course will prepare students to enter the pharmacy field and take the Pharmacy Technician