Spring 2015 (January through June 2015) CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

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1 Workforce Development Healthcare Education Programs If you have questions about these classes or would like more information, please contact us at (717) or by at Spring 2015 (January through June 2015) CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS See next page for registration information, or visit Please contact the Healthcare Education/Workforce Development Programs office for the most up-to-date information. (717) Dates/Tuition are subject to change. Rev 01/13/15 1

2 HOW TO REGISTER FOR A CLASS ONLINE: BY PHONE: BY FAX: BY MAIL: REFUNDS: Most of our classes are available for online search and registration at You may register by phone if paying with a credit card (VISA, Discover, or MasterCard only). Have the course registration number (CRN) and your credit card ready. You can also call anytime and leave a message and your call will be returned within 24 business hours. Business hours are Monday through Friday, Regular Hours: Monday to Friday between the hours of 8 am and 4:30 pm. Summer Hours: May 11 to August 7, 2015 Monday-Thursday between 7:30 am and 5 pm (College is closed on Fridays). (24 hours - 7 days/week) If you are a company paying for an employee s course, you may fax the completed with company letter, signed by an authorized person, complete with student names, phone numbers, address, course title and section number. Complete and mail with payment. Payments are sent by mail may be made by check or money order only -- NO CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS ACCEPTED BY MAIL. Enrollees may request their company/agency forward the registration fee and the completed form to the campus location nearest to you. If HACC cancels a course, seminar, conference, or trip/tour, all paid participants will receive a 100% refund of tuition. In the event of a cancellation or class schedule change (other than inclement weather-related), the college will make every effort to notify students enrolled in the class. All other refund requests must be made by student in person, writing, or by telephone during normal working hours. Students requesting refunds prior to the first class meeting will receive 100% of all tuition and fees, UNLESS fees are noted as nonrefundable or an earlier refund deadline is published. Mail or fax refund requests must be received in hand by Healthcare Education staff before the class start date or any earlier published refund deadline. If we are not informed of nonattendance before the refund deadline, no refund will be issued. Unless otherwise specifically stated or approved, no refund will be issued after a class start date. We do not issue partial refunds in the event a student starts a class late or does not complete the class. 2

3 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW! All courses can be taken individually for personal enrichment, employment advancement, or as part of a certificate program. Successful completion of all required program courses earns a program certificate of completion. Class, tuition, dates, times, instructors and locations are subject to change. Class cancellations may occur due to low enrollment. Every effort is made not to cancel a class. Courses are listed in recommended sequence and must be completed within 2 years of completing the last prerequisite course. Waiver exams are available for prerequisite courses. Waiver exams may be taken by prospective students who are currently working as a healthcare professional. Student must achieve 70% or higher on the exam for course waiver. Waiver exam cost is $75 per exam. Course waivers are available if course has been completed at HACC or another institution. Transcripts must be provided. Contact (717) or by (nchealth@hacc.edu) for the latest and most up-to-date information. Registration: To register for classes use one of the following methods: 1. In person at any campus Welcome Center 2. In person at Blocker Hall, Room 221 on the Harrisburg Campus. 3. By phone-call the registration office at (717) Online at: Please note the College s operating hours on the inside cover of this catalog. The course registration fee is due at the time of registration and can be paid with a credit card. Refunds: A determination to deliver a scheduled class is based on first day enrollment. To withdraw, students must personally call before the start of a class to receive a 100% refund. Withdrawals received after the first day of class will not receive a refund. A student called for military duty must provide a copy of deployment papers for 100% refund. 3

4 HEALTHCARE EDUCATION CERTIFICATE PROGRAM COURSE OFFERINGS SPRING 2015 (January June 2015) Prerequisite Courses Total Tuition for Prerequisite: $1,745 Prerequisite courses for Cardiology Technician and Medical Billing and Coding Specialist must be completed prior to beginning the core classes and are listed in recommended sequence below. Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Total Program Cost with Prerequisite Courses: $4, Total Program Hours with elective Introduction to Medical Coding Introduction to CPT Coding Introduction to Medical Insurance Insurance Reimbursement Calculations Hospital Billing Advanced Coding I Advanced Coding II One elective also required (offerings vary by term): o Appeals, Fair Hearings, and Collections o Coding/Auditing of Evaluation & Management Services o Healthcare Laws and Ethics Optional Elective - Medical Coding Certification Prep course Introduction to Healthcare Medical Terminology Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology Human Illness and Disease (Billing and Coding only) Cardiology Technician Total Program Cost with Prerequisites and optional elective: $2, Total Program Hours Cardiac Illness and Disease EKG Theory I EKG Theory II CPR Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider EKG Applications Optional Elective - Cardiology Technician Certification Prep Course Pharmacy Technician Total Program Cost: $2, Total Program Hours For program information, visit - look under the heading of Health Careers! Pharmacy Practice Pharmacy Science Pharmacy Tech Math Data Management for Pharmacy Technicians Job Readiness for Healthcare Professionals Pharmacy Technician Certification Preparation No prerequisite courses required 4

5 Cardiology Technician Certificate Program Total Program Cost with Prerequisite Courses and optional elective: $2, Total Program Hours The Cardiology Technician Certificate Program is designed to prepare the student with the theoretical and technical expertise to perform basic cardiovascular assessment preliminary to treating patients with cardiac and peripheral vascular diseases. The complete program is available at the Harrisburg and Lancaster campuses. Prerequisite courses in this program may also be available at the York Campus as well as online. Career Opportunities This program will prepare individuals for employment as a cardiology technician in various healthcare settings from hospital facilities to physician practices. Competency Profile This curriculum is designed to prepare students to: Perform various cardiology tests including EKG s, Holter Monitors, and Stress Tests Interpret EKG changes by identifying various types of cardiac dysrhythmias Obtain cardiac history Perform patient assessments and identify abnormalities of the Cardiovascular system Take the national certification examination for Certified Cardiac Technicians (CCT) *Completion of this certificate program, CCT certification and six months of work experience may allow articulation of college credits to either of the two current Cardiovascular Technology degree programs. PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Introduction to Healthcare Medical Terminology Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology Cardiac Illness and Disease EKG Theory I EKG Theory II CPR BLS for the Healthcare Provider EKG Applications 18 hours 30 hours 45 hours 15 hours 24 hours 18 hours 4.5 hours 30 hours RECOMMENDED SEQUENCE FOR STUDENTS Students can complete this program by taking prerequisite courses two (2) nights a week or one (1) night a week. The program was academically designed to be completed in approximately a year in the recommended sequence listed above. Course Descriptions Program of Study Cardiology Technician Core Curriculum may be started upon completion of Prerequisite Courses. Classes are listed in recommended sequence and must be completed within 2 years of completing prerequisites. Textbooks are an additional cost and are mandatory first night of class. Prerequisite Courses: Introduction to Healthcare (18 hrs.) Medical Terminology (30 hrs.) Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology (45 hrs.) Core Curriculum: Cardiac Illness and Disease (15 hrs.) EKG Theory I (24 hrs.) EKG Theory II (18 hrs.) CPR BLS of Healthcare Providers (4.5 hrs.) EKG Applications (30 hrs.) *CPR BLS for the Healthcare Provider must be completed prior to student receiving certificate. CPR certification must be provided by an approved program. For more information on classes offered at HACC s EMS Education Unit please contact

6 Prerequisite Courses: Introduction to Healthcare 18 hours / (6) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $243 This course serves as an introduction to allied health professions. The course reviews the US healthcare delivery system and identifies roles within that system. The course also introduces the student to concepts of cultural diversity, healthcare law and ethics, Universal Precautions, stress in the workplace, professionalism, communication and interpersonal relations and strategies for becoming a successful healthcare employee. Accepted credit transfer: AH 140 (grade C or higher) Online 01/05/15 02/13/15 N/A N/A Coryer $ York 01/05/15 02/09/15 Monday 6pm-9pm Carr $ Harrisburg 01/06/15 02/10/15 Tuesday 6pm-9pm Carr $ Harrisburg 01/06/15 01/22/15 Tues/Thurs 6pm-9pm Eisenhour $ Lancaster 01/06/15 02/10/15 Tuesday 6pm-9pm White $243 Medical Terminology 30 hours / (10) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $384 This course will provide the participant with an overview of medical terminology. Beginning with the frequently used prefixes and suffixes, the course will progress to include commonly used terms from each of the major body systems. Frequently used medical abbreviations will also be included. At the end of this program the student will be able to correctly spell the commonly used medical terms, pronounced the medical term, define the frequently used medical terms, and utilize medical terms in the work place. Accepted credit transfer: BIOL 105 (grade C or higher) Harrisburg 01/27/15 02/26/15 Tues/Thurs 6pm-9pm Sanchez $ Online 02/16/15 04/24/15 N/A N/A Lyter $ Lancaster 02/17/15 04/21/15 Tuesday 6pm-9pm Nejabati $ York 02/18/15 04/22/15 Wednesday 6pm-9pm Eisenhour $ Harrisburg 02/19/15 04/23/15 Thursday 6pm-9pm Swartz $384 Intro to Anatomy & Physiology 45 hours / (15) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $559 This course serves as introduction for any career in the healthcare field. A basic review of anatomy and physiology is the cornerstone of the program. Basic body organization and review of all body systems are included within this course. There is no lab required. Accepted credit transfers: BIOL 111 or BIOL 121 & 122 (grade C or higher) Harrisburg 03/03/15 04/21/15 Tues/Thurs 6pm-9pm Eisenhour $ Online 04/27/15 08/07/15 N/A N/A Coryer $ Harrisburg 04/28/15 08/04/15 Tuesday 6pm-9pm Sanchez $ Lancaster 04/28/15 08/04/15 Tuesday 6pm-9pm Kindrew $ York 04/29/15 08/05/15 Wednesday 6pm-9pm Nejabati $559 Core Course: To be completed after prerequisites, courses are to be taken in recommended sequence. Cardiac Illness and Disease 15 hours / (5) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $176 This 15 hour course goes into detailed workings of the cardiovascular system including disorders, disease, and pharmacology. It is designed to provide the CVT student with the specified information pertaining to the cardiovascular system in order for preparation to take the EKG Theory I and II courses Harrisburg 04/30/15 05/28/15 Thursday 5pm-8pm Malone $176 EKG Theory I 24 hours / (8) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $340 This course deals with basic scientific theory underlying EKG s and cardiac rhythms. This course is designed to provide the allied health professional with knowledge and skills necessary to recognize cardiac dysrhythmias. The course will include a review of cardiac anatomy and physiology. Related pathology will be reviewed as well Lancaster 01/21/14 03/11/15 Wednesday 6pm-9pm Snyder $ Harrisburg 08/06/15 09/26/15 Thursday 5pm-8pm Malone $340 6

7 EKG Theory II 18 hours / (6) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $250 This course deals with basic scientific theory underlying 12-Lead EKGs. The relationship between myocardial infarctions and associated EKG changes will be included. This course will provide the knowledge and skills necessary to identify electrolyte imbalances, bundle branch blocks, and chamber enlargements. Related pathology and pharmacology will also be discussed Lancaster 03/25/15 04/29/15 Wednesday 6pm-9pm Snyder $ Harrisburg 10/01/15 11/05/15 Thursday 5pm-8pm Malone $250 CPR Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider - $65 Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers covers core material such as adult and pediatric one and two-rescuer CPR, use of a face shield and a bag mask to deliver ventilation support to patients, foreign-body airway management, and using an automated external defibrillator. A written exam and skills testing is required for successful course completion. Students must register two weeks prior to class date. Tuition includes a textbook, which will be mailed approximately two weeks before class. For more information on class days, times and locations, please contact HACC s EMS Education Unit at (717) or esmtrng@hacc.edu. EKG Applications 30 hours / (10) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $468 This course provides hands-on introduction to the devices used in testing the cardiovascular system. This will include recording of basic vital signs, EKGs, cardiac monitoring, and stress testing. The course involves the set up and adjustments of the equipment as well as the interpretation of the results Lancaster 05/06/15 07/08/15 Wednesday 6pm-9pm Snyder $ Harrisburg 11/09/15 12/14/15 Mon/Thurs 5pm-8pm Malone $468 Optional Elective: Cardiology Technician 8 hours / (1) 8 hour session Tuition: $116 Certificate Prep Course This course provides a registry review and refresher for students interested in pursuing the CCT exam as offered through CCI. An overview will be provided on the outline of the CCI exam and the application process. A review of anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, rhythm strip analysis EKG interpretation and 12-Lead EKG interpretation will be covered Harrisburg 01/17/15 01/17/15 Saturday 8am-4:30pm TBA $116 Same CRN - New location, date & time: Lancaster 01/07/15 01/14/15 Wednesday 5pm-9pm Snyder $116 Please Note: This student may be required to submit Act 33 Child Abuse and/or Act 34 Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Checks prior to obtaining employment. The student should consider this factor before enrolling in this program. The complete program is available at the Harrisburg and Lancaster Campuses. 7

8 Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Total Program Cost with Prerequisite Courses: $4, Total Program Hours with elective Medical Billing and Coding Specialists are responsible for translating and sequencing medical documentation into formal standardized, numerical codes for diagnoses and procedures. Medical billing and coding supports the billing process by coding and processing claims. Career Opportunities This program prepares individuals for employment in the medical community that involve medical billing, coding, and claims processing. Various organizations in the community offer opportunities for employment including medical practices, hospitals, nursing/rehab facilities, coding and billing services, insurance companies, government agencies, and consulting firms. Competency Profile This curriculum is designed to prepare students to: Code professional medical services and diagnosis Carry out collection procedures Create reports for management tools Research and review insurance claims Maintain patients financial and accounting records Perform data entry payment information, adjustments, and balances into computer software programs Analyze health records and assign codes for diseases and procedures Abstract key information from health records for reimbursement, statistics, and research purposes Research and review health records for auditing purposes Monitor compliance with policies and procedures relevant to clinical data management and making suggestions for improvements Take the national certification examination administered by the certifying agencies of the profession PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Prerequisite Courses: Introduction to Healthcare Medical Terminology Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology Human Illness and Disease Core Curriculum: Introduction to Medical Coding Introduction to CPT Coding Introduction to Medical Insurance Insurance Reimbursement Calculations Hospital Billing 18 hours 30 hours 45 hours 45 hours 36 hours 33 hours 24 hours 15 hours 15 hours Advanced Coding I Advanced Coding II *Course Elective Certification Prep Course (Optional) 24 hours 24 hours 6 hours 6 hours *Select one elective course from the following list: Appeals, Fair Hearings and Collections or Coding and Auditing of Evaluation and Management Services (subject to change) RECOMMENDED SEQUENCE FOR STUDENTS Students can complete this program by taking courses in 13 months attending class two (2) nights a week or in a 27 months attending class one (1) night a week. 8

9 Course Descriptions Prerequisite Courses: Introduction to Healthcare (18 hrs.) Medical Terminology (30 hrs.) Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology (45 hrs.) Human Illness and Disease (45 hrs.) Core Curriculum: Introduction to Medical Coding (36 hrs.) Introduction to CPT Coding (33 hrs.) Introduction to Medical Insurance (24 hrs.) Insurance Reimbursement Calculations (15 hrs.) Hospital Billing (15 hrs.) One Elective (6 hrs.) Offerings may vary by semester Advanced Coding I (24 hrs.) Advanced Coding II (24 hrs.) Certification Preparation Course (6 hrs.) Optional Program of Study Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Core Curriculum may be started upon completion of Prerequisite Courses. Classes are listed in recommended sequence and must be completed within 2 years of completing prerequisites. Textbooks are an additional cost and are mandatory first night of class. Prerequisite Courses: Introduction to Healthcare 18 hours / (6) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $243 This course serves as an introduction to allied health professions. The course reviews the US healthcare delivery system and identifies roles within that system. The course also introduces the student to concepts of cultural diversity, healthcare law and ethics, Universal Precautions, stress in the workplace, professionalism, communication and interpersonal relations and strategies for becoming a successful healthcare employee. Accepted credit transfer: AH 140 (grade C or higher) Online 01/05/15 02/13/15 N/A N/A Coryer $ York 01/05/15 02/09/15 Monday 6pm-9pm Carr $ Harrisburg 01/06/15 02/10/15 Tuesday 6pm-9pm Carr $ Harrisburg 01/06/15 01/22/15 Tues/Thurs 6pm-9pm Eisenhour $ Lancaster 01/06/15 02/10/15 Tuesday 6pm-9pm White $243 Medical Terminology 30 hours / (10) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $384 This course will provide the participant with an overview of medical terminology. Beginning with the frequently used prefixes and suffixes, the course will progress to include commonly used terms from each of the major body systems. Frequently used medical abbreviations will also be included. At the end of this program the student will be able to correctly spell the commonly used medical terms, pronounce the medical terms, define the frequently used medical terms, and utilize medical terms in the work place. Accepted credit transfer: BIOL 105 (grade C or higher) Harrisburg 01/27/15 02/26/15 Tues/Thurs 6pm-9pm Sanchez $ Online 02/16/15 04/24/15 N/A N/A Lyter $ Lancaster 02/17/15 04/21/15 Tuesday 6pm-9pm Nejabati $ York 02/18/15 04/22/15 Wednesday 6pm-9pm Eisenhour $ Harrisburg 02/19/15 04/23/15 Thursday 6pm-9pm Swartz $384 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology 45 hours / (15) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $559 This course serves as an introduction for any career in the healthcare field. Basic body organization and review of all body systems are included within this course. There is no lab required. Accepted credit transfers: BIOL 111 or BIOL 121 & 122 (grade C or higher) Harrisburg 03/03/15 04/21/15 Tues/Thurs 6pm-9pm Eisenhour $ Online 04/27/15 08/07/15 N/A N/A Coryer $ Harrisburg 04/28/15 08/04/15 Tuesday 6pm-9pm Sanchez $ Lancaster 04/28/15 08/04/15 Tuesday 6pm-9pm Kindrew $ York 04/29/15 08/05/15 Wednesday 6pm-9pm Nejabati $559 Human Illness and Disease 45 hours / (15) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $559 Prerequisites: Medical Terminology and Anatomy and Physiology. This course provides a condensed and simplified overview of the most common clinical disorders found in the health field Harrisburg 04/28/15 06/16/15 Tues/Thurs 6pm-9pm Eisenhour $ Online 08/10/15 11/16/15 N/A N/A Coryer $ Harrisburg 08/11/15 11/17/15 Tuesday 6pm-9pm Sanchez $559 9

10 Core Curriculum: To be completed after prerequisites, courses are to be taken in recommended sequence. Introduction to Medical Coding 36 hours / (12) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $419 This course will begin with an overview of medical coding. This course will provide instruction for using ICD-10-CM/PCS and ICD-9 CM coding. In the healthcare arena, specific codes describe diseases, injuries, and procedures. To become a proficient coder, it is necessary to have a working knowledge of medical terminology and ICD-9 and ICD-10 characteristics, terminology and conventions. Classes will include instruction and exercises to assist the learner in developing these skills Harrisburg 01/05/15 03/23/15 Monday 6pm-9pm Zigman $ Harrisburg 01/06/15 02/12/15 Tues/Thurs 6pm-9pm Roeting $ Lancaster 01/06/15 03/24/15 Tuesday 6pm-9pm Alfonso $419 Introduction to CPT Coding 33 hours / (11) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $419 This course will provide a basic understanding of CPT Coding, which is a system developed by the AMA for standardizing the terminology and coding used to describe medical services and procedures. These codes allow for comparability in pricing, billing and utilization review. The course combines lecture and hands-on applications. The classes are designed for individuals who have minimal CPT coding experience Harrisburg 02/17/15 03/24/15 Tues/Thurs 6pm-9pm Roeting $ Harrisburg 04/01/15 06/10/15 Wednesday 6pm-9pm Hunter $ Lancaster 04/02/15 06/11/15 Thursday 6pm-9pm TBA $419 Introduction to Medical Insurance 24 hours / (8) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $314 Class provides a review of insurance and third-party payment systems. Focus will be on government programs. A basic overview of CMS1500 claims reporting will also be provided. Medical laws and ethics pertaining to health information and HIPAA will be reviewed and discussed. Proper disclosure of health information will be reviewed Harrisburg 03/31/15 04/23/15 Tues/Thurs 6pm-9pm Roeting $ Harrisburg 06/08/15 07/27/15 Monday 6pm-9pm White $ Lancaster 06/09/15 07/28/15 Tuesday 6pm-9pm White $314 Insurance Reimbursement Calculations 15 hours / (5) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $208 This course covers the system for calculating and determining the correct reimbursement for medical fee schedules, including resource-based relative value system (RBRVS), relative value unit s (RVU s), and Perspective Payment Systems (PPS). Focus will also be on reading and understanding explanation of benefits (EOB s) Harrisburg 04/28/15 05/12/15 Tues/Thurs 6pm-9pm Roeting $ Harrisburg 08/03/15 09/07/15 Monday 6pm-9pm White $ Lancaster 08/11/15 09/08/15 Tuesday 6pm-9pm White $208 Hospital Billing 15 hours / (5) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $208 This course will explore billing, coding and payment for hospital outpatient and inpatient services. The class will place a focus on applicable Medicare payment systems, Diagnosis Related Groups (DRG), ICD-9-CM, ICD-10-CM and PCS, HCPCS coding, and the UB-04 as it relates to facility billing. Learned concepts will be exercised through the utilization of case studies Harrisburg 06/02/15 06/16/15 Tues/Thurs 6pm-9pm Jones $ Harrisburg 09/16/15 10/14/15 Wednesday 6pm-9pm Hunter $ Lancaster 09/15/15 10/13/15 Tuesday 6pm-9pm White $208 Advanced Coding I 24 hours/ (8) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $384 This course builds on coding skills with case studies in CPT, ICD-9 coding, ICD-10 coding, and a focus on Category II and II codes, PQRI, HCPCS level II and an overview of ICD Harrisburg 02/05/15 03/26/15 Thursday 6pm-9pm Hunter $ Harrisburg 06/30/15 07/23/15 Tues/Thurs 6pm-9pm Hunter $ Harrisburg 10/21/15 12/09/15 Monday 6pm-9pm Hunter $384 Advanced Coding II 24 hours / (8) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $384 This course further builds on coding skills with a focus on chart auditing, fee-for-service payments versus DRG s, HMO s, etc. CMS (HCFA) reviews and appeals, accounts receivable management and collection procedures, NCCI and compliance Harrisburg 04/09/15 05/28/15 Thursday 6pm-9pm Hunter $ Harrisburg 08/04/15 09/27/15 Tues/Thurs 6pm-9pm Hunter $ Harrisburg 01/06/16 02/24/16 Wednesday 6pm-9pm Hunter $384 10

11 Electives (choose one of the following): Coding and Auditing of E and M Services 6 hours / (2) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $103 This course is for physician and outpatient hospital billers and coders and will introduce the concepts of correct coding of Evaluation and Management (E&M) services, the current CMS Evaluation and Management guidelines, and current audit tools available Lancaster 03/03/15 03/10/15 Tuesday 6pm-9pm Jones $ Harrisburg 05/19/15 05/21/15 Tues/Thurs 6pm-9pm Roeting $103 Healthcare Laws & Ethics 6 hours / (2) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $103 This course is to provide a general knowledge of legal principals and purpose in healthcare as specifically related to medical records. This program is designed to lessen the risk of liability in a healthcare environment. Dates for summer/fall to be available May 2015 Appeals, Fair Hearings & Collections 6 hours / (2) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $103 This course will cover the basic processes involved in generating appeals to third-party payers (i.e. insurance companies), basic skills of telephone appeals, creation of written appeals. Medicare s appeal process and the basic guidelines of collections including legal aspects Lancaster 02/10/15 02/17/15 Tuesday 6pm-9pm Jones $103 Optional Certification Preparation Course: (not included in total program cost) Medical Coding Certification 6 hours / (2) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $103 Prep Course Students will be given the necessary information to prepare and apply for coding certification, explore exam-taking skills, and review case studies Harrisburg 01/05/15 01/12/15 Monday 6pm-9pm Roeting $ Harrisburg 09/08/15 09/10/15 Tues/Thurs 6pm-9pm TBA $103 Please Note: The student may be required to submit Act 33 Child Abuse and/or Act 34 Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Checks prior to obtaining employment. The student should consider this factor before enrolling in the program. The complete program is available at the Harrisburg Campus. Prerequisites and some core curriculum courses in this program may also be available at the Lancaster and York Campuses, as well as online. 11

12 Pharmacy Technician Total Program Cost (no prerequisites required): $2, Total Program Hours A Pharmacy Technician, under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, assists in the various activities of a pharmacy department not requiring the professional training of a pharmacist. This student may be required to submit Act 33 Child Abuse and/or Act 34 Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Checks prior to taking the national certification exam and/or obtaining employment. The student should consider this factor before enrolling in this program. The complete program is available at the Harrisburg and Lancaster campus. Career Opportunities This program prepares individuals for employment as a Pharmacy Technician in a variety of settings, including: hospital pharmacies, retail pharmacies, extended-care facilities, home healthcare agencies, and mail-order pharmacy distributors under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist. Competency Profile This curriculum is designed to prepare students to: Understand the compounding and dispensing of pharmaceutical preparations Understand the preparation of admixtures Participate in quality control processes Perform insurance billing Maintain drug inventory quality and levels Take the national certification examination administered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Program Curriculum: Classes must be taken in the order listed. Pharmacy Practice (30 hrs.) Job Readiness for Healthcare Professionals (18 hrs.) Pharmacy Science (18 hrs.) Database Management for Pharmacy Technicians (12 hrs.) Pharmacy Tech Math (24 hrs.) Pharmacy Tech Certification Prep Course (12 hrs.) RECOMMNDED SEQUENCE FOR STUDENTS Students must complete the program in the above listed Program Curriculum sequence. Program can be completed in as little as 7 months. Course Descriptions: Program of study Pharmacy Technician Core Curriculum can be completed in as little as 7 months. Textbooks are an additional cost and are mandatory for the first night of class. Program Curriculum: Classes must be taken in the order listed. Pharmacy Practice (30 hrs.) Job Readiness for Healthcare Professionals (18 hrs.) Pharmacy Science (18 hrs.) Database Management for Pharmacy Technicians (12 hrs.) Pharmacy Tech Math (24 hrs.) Pharmacy Tech Certification Prep Course (12 hrs.) Pharmacy Practice 30 hours / (10) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $595 This course serves as a cornerstone to the Pharmacy Technician program. This course provides an overview of the pharmacy technology field and develops the fundamental concepts and principles for success within the field. Topics include the system, the pharmacy profession, administrative aspects of pharmacy technology and the education and training of the technician. Other issues to be reviewed within course content are pharmacy technology, institutional medication distribution systems, repackaging pharmaceuticals and intravenous admixture programs. Shadowing observation in retail/hospital pharmacy settings is a requirement for this course. Textbooks are an additional cost and mandatory first day of class Harrisburg 01/14/15 03/18/15 Wed 6 pm-9 pm Portas $ Lancaster 06/10/15 08/12/15 Wed 6 pm-9 pm DuPrey $595 12

13 Job Readiness for Healthcare Professionals 18 hours / (6) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $360 This course will provide soft skill strategies for success and give the student an advantage in the job market by guiding them through what they will need to know to master essential soft skills. Skill strategies discussed are professional habits, attitudes, personality traits. This course will help the student learn to professionally communicate in an entry-level healthcare setting Harrisburg 03/16/15 04/20/15 Mon 6 pm-9 pm Hetrick $ Lancaster 08/10/15 09/21/15 Mon 6 pm-9 pm Miller $360 Pharmacy Science 18 hours / (6) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $380 Prerequisite: Pharmacy Practice. This course will deal with the sciences as they relate to pharmaceutical practice. The different classifications of drugs will be the center of the discussion within the content of the course. The impact of different classifications on the different body systems will be reviewed. Textbooks are an additional cost and mandatory first day of class Harrisburg 03/25/15 04/24/15 Wed 6 pm-9 pm Portas $ Lancaster 08/19/15 09/23/15 Wed 6 pm-9 pm Portas $380 Database Management for 12 hours / (4) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $275 Pharmacy Technicians This course will provide an innovative software/work text package that incorporates the full version of real pharmacy management software to give the student hands-on training performing the day-to-day tasks of a pharmacy technician just as they would on the job. Students will be guided through entering patient data, prescription/medication orders, and insurance information, reviewing inventory, and more, enabling them to acquire the skills and experience for professional success before they leave the classroom Harrisburg 04/27/15 05/18/15 Mon 6 pm-9 pm Hetrick $ Lancaster 09/28/15 10/19/15 Mon 6 pm-9 pm Hetrick $275 Pharmacy Tech Math 24 hours / (8) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $455 Prerequisite: Pharmacy Practice. This course is an introduction to basic mathematical tools used by Pharmacy Technicians. Topics include general mathematics, basic algebra, systems of measurement and drug calculations (equivalents, conversions, ratios and proportions, percentages, drug dilution, pediatric dosing). Students will also review how to calculate intravenous medication administration. Textbooks are an additional cost and mandatory first day of class Harrisburg 05/06/15 06/24/15 Wed 6 pm-9 pm Hetrick $ Lancaster 09/30/15 11/18/15 Wed 6 pm-9 pm Hetrick $455 Pharmacy Tech Certification Prep Course 12 hours / (4) 3 hour sessions Tuition: $260 Prerequisite: Pharmacy Practice. Textbooks are an additional cost and mandatory first day of class. This course is designed to prepare the individual to take the national Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) offered through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB). An overview will be provided on the outline of the exam and the application process. PTCB s exam determines whether individuals have mastered the knowledge and skills necessary to practice as a pharmacy technician. Benefits of PTCB certification include an increase in job promotion opportunities, recognition within the pharmacy profession, and an increased focus on patient safety. Pharmacists recognize that PTCB-certified technicians demonstrate their qualifications and the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to function as a pharmacy technician through the examination. Individuals who meet eligibility requirements and pass the PTCE may use the designation CPhT (Certified Pharmacy Technician) Harrisburg 07/01/15 07/22/15 Wed 6 pm-9 pm TBA $ Lancasater 12/01/15 12/10/15 Tues/Thurs 6 pm-9 pm TBA $260 13

14 Additional Programs Offered in Healthcare Education/Workforce Development Physician Office Assistant (POA) Total Program Cost (no prerequisites required): $2, Total Program Hours Classes beginning at York Campus January 2015 and Gettysburg Campus March 2015 Contact (717) for details. The POA educational program prepares the student for an entry-level position in an outpatient healthcare setting such as a medical practice or health-related call center. Students will become familiar with the general workflow of an outpatient medical practice, gain an understanding of medical insurance, and will be exposed to basic PC skills and the use of electronic medical records. Students will then put the newly acquired knowledge to use when performing a 160-hour, unpaid practicum experience. Critical thinking concepts and customer service skills and activities will be infused throughout the curriculum, as will generational and cultural diversity, where appropriate. Textbooks are included in program cost and will be provided the first day of each course. Program Requirements: - Interview with Healthcare Education/Workforce Development staff - 18 years of age and High School Diploma or GED - Typing speed of 30 wpm (will be tested at time of HACC interview) - FBI Background Report (certain criminal offenses may disqualify student from program entry) - Physical Examination - Proof of current immunizations - 1- or 2-Step PPD (dependent upon practicum location) - Drug Screen (type of drug screen dependent upon practicum location) Courses: Introduction to Healthcare (18hrs.) Medical Office Operations (45 hrs.) Introduction to Medical Insurance (24 hrs.) Patient Triage for the Physician Office Assistant (45 hrs.) Introduction to Healthcare Applications (40 hrs.) Practicum (160 hrs.) Nurse Aide nchc@hacc.edu Total Program Cost (no prerequisites required): $ Total Program Hours Please call our office for more information at (717) The nurse aide training program is a 120-hour intense training opportunity for those who wish to become nurse aides. The program can take 17 days to 29 evenings to complete but take as little as 3-1/2 weeks depending on the class chosen. The cost of the program is $898. (Textbooks are included.) Topics include but are not limited to: nursing theory, infection control, vital signs, personal hygiene, nutrition, resident rights, restorative care, psychosocial, sub-acute, and death and dying. The student benefits from the convenience of on-site training at numerous locations throughout Pennsylvania. The instructors are State certified, professional and committed to high quality education and training. HACC's Nurse Aide Program is accredited by the PA Department of Education. Nurse aides perform all types of personal care for individuals who cannot care for their physical needs, and must have the ability to understand the aging process. Nurse aides can work in nursing homes, hospitals, personal care homes to name a few. This is a physically demanding job. There is a specific attendance policy in effect for this course and there are specific timelines for the program prerequisites. 14

15 Personal Care Home Administrator Program and Continuing Education Offerings Total Program Cost (no prerequisites required): $1, Total Program Hours (students must submit current first aid/cpr/aed cards) Please call our office for more information at (717) HACC offers the full Personal Care Home Administrators course for new administrators and also offers individual courses to meet the requirements of the 24 annual CEUs for existing administrators. The course has been approved by the PA Department of Public Welfare to meet the requirements set forth in the new regulations. This program is designed to strengthen health and safety requirements and more adequately address all of the issues surrounding resident care. Course Cost: $1,460 for the 93-hour course content and students must provide a current up-to-date copy of first aid, CPR and AED cards prior to taking the licensure examination. Program topics can be taken individually to meet the continuing education requirement (24 hours annually). Personal Care Home Administrator Course Requirements: The administrator must possess one of the following qualifications: A license as an RN from the Department of State An associate's degree or 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university A license as an LPN from the Department of State and 1 year of work experience in a related field A license as a nursing home administrator from the Department of State For a personal care home serving 8 or fewer residents, a GED or high school diploma and 2 years direct care or administrative experience in the human services field. CRN Location Start End Days Instructor Times Tuition Harrisburg 02/10/15 03/26/15 Tues/Thurs Varies 5:30pm-9:30pm $1,480 Saturday Varies 8am-4:30pm Massage Therapy nmkottca@hacc.edu Total Program Cost (no prerequisites required): $11, Total Program Hours Please call our office for more information at (717) The HACC Massage Therapy program is a 900-hour program with both part-time and full-time class starts at the Harrisburg and York Campuses. The course of study includes anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, and pathology. Massage modalities include Swedish massage, sports massage, reflexology, connective tissue therapy, neuromuscular therapy, chair massage, spa treatments, aromatherapy and integration and assessment. Additional coursework includes ethics, professional communication and personal awareness, and business practices. The clinical portion of the program consists of 115 hours in the studio which includes a minimum of 50 supervised massages. Graduates will receive a HACC certificate of completion. Tuition is $11,800 and includes all supplies and a studio polo shirt. Students may qualify for financial aid, loans or payment plans. This program is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB). The school is a professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) and Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP). Our graduates are eligible to take the National Certification Exam for Therapeutic Massage (NCETM) and the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam (MBLEx). Each prospective student must interview with the program coordinator before determination of acceptance to the program. Upon graduation and obtaining board certification, up to 30 credits will be awarded for a student wishing to pursue a HACC Associates in Health Sciences degree. 15

16 Personal Trainer Program: Total Program Cost (no prerequisites required): $2, Total Program Hours (does not include optional 6 week unpaid internship) Classes beginning at Harrisburg Campus January 15, 2015 Contact (717) for details. This program provides the preparation and opportunity to take a nationally accredited personal trainer certification, such as the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Certified Personal Trainer (CPT). Tuition includes an ACSM student membership and one testing voucher for the ACSM exam. This course is comprised of one four-hour class room time and six hours online class room time, per week. Offers an optional six-week unpaid internship Cost of internship $600 Payment plans are available. Enrollment information will be mailed to student at time of registration. RN/LPN Re-Entry Program nchc@hacc.edu Total Program Cost (no prerequisites required): $2, Total Lecture Hours 144 Total Lab Hours 232 Total Program Hours Classes beginning at the Harrisburg Campus Spring 2015 Contact (717) for details. This program is designed for the RN and LPN who want to reinstate their nursing license and/or update their knowledge and skills. Through clinical experience and classroom lectures, nurses will have the opportunity to refresh their skills, build their confidence and gain insight into new techniques and technology. The curriculum focuses on the nursing process, current nursing practices, trends, ethical/legal issues, pharmacology, and clinical management of patients. Attention is given to a variety of aspects including; assessment skills, care plans, infection control, technological advancements, quality assurance, and drug administration. Program Highlights: Nursing and the Law Diabetic Update Acid Based Balance Fluid and Electrolytes Pharmacology Update Pre-, Intra-, and Post-operative Nursing Scope of Medical-Surgical Nursing Care of the client with Cardio-Pulmonary Disorders Neurological Disorders Gastro-Intestinal Disorders Cancer Renal Disease Musculo-Skeletal Disorders Requirements: Valid PA RN/LPN License Malpractice Insurance (for coverage information you can contact your homeowners insurance) or or Current CPR Certification Physical Examination Current Immunization Status PPD (two-step) PA State Police Criminal Background Check Clinical Attire Current Health Insurance Information 16

17 Healthcare IT Specialist 608 Total Program Hours Classes forming in Harrisburg for August 2015 Contact (717) for details This program prepares the graduate for an entry- to mid-level information technology (IT) position within the healthcare industry; specifically, with the implementation of electronic health records (EHR) it is important for IT professionals to understand the daily operations of a healthcare office or facility and to be able to understand their surroundings, while at the same time employing the necessary IT infrastructure support that is needed in each of these environments. This program will introduce the student to personal computing technology along with basic networking concepts and provide students with the background necessary to help diagnose and troubleshoot problems with PC operating systems. The course serves as a sound hands-on training program for students who need a foundation in PC technology and networking concepts. Course topics are under review and will be defined in March This program has been approved for financial aid and all students will be required to complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and also set up an interview with the program coordinator prior to acceptance into the program. For up-to-date information please contact the program coordinator at (717)