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Specialized Admissions Health Careers Dental Assisting Dental Hygiene Diagnostic Medical Sonography Health Information Technology-HITT HITT/Medical Coding Medical Assisting Technology Medical Laboratory Technology Nursing/RN Vocational Nursing/LVN
Specialized Admissions Health Careers Pharmacy Technology Physical Therapist Assistant Radiation Therapy Technology Radiology Technology Respiratory Care Technology Surgical Technology
Non-Specialized Admissions Health Careers Border Health Issues Community Health Worker Emergency Medical Services Health Information Technology/Medical Transcription
Specialized Admissions Health Careers Most of these programs have specialized admissions requirements in addition to the college s standard admissions process. Some of these requirements are mandated by state or federal legislation. Others are based on the standards set by accreditation agencies. If you have a disability that requires special assistance, your counselor will work with our faculty and the Center for Students with Disabilities to meet your needs.
Objective To inform students who have identified a Health Career discipline as a major emphasizing the specialized admissions procedure and ranking process.
Specialized Admissions Application Process A student s primary major will be declared as an Associate of Arts or a major that is not under a specialized admissions process until official acceptance into their designated health career is received. Students may declare up to two secondary Health Careers majors during an academic year.
Specialized Admissions Application Process The admission criteria will be applied in accordance with the current college catalog. The admission process requires the student to satisfy all general requirements and pre-program specific requirements to include any mandatory course work prior to ranking.
ASSESSMENT ACCUPLACER is required for all Health Careers under Specialized Admissions.
General Requirements for Ranking Consideration Applicants must: be fully accepted by EPCC as an academic credit student. complete a mandatory Health Careers Orientation Session for specialized admissions. submit a Health Careers Specialized Admission Application form and pay a one time $10 application fee.
Applicants will: General Requirements for Ranking Consideration request official transcripts from high school or GED scores and all prior colleges/universities transliteration of foreign coursework is required have all documents sent directly to the EPCC Admissions Office demonstrate minimum competency levels on the ACCUPLACER assessment complete mandatory courses, if applicable
General Requirements for Ranking Consideration EPCC cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher as required by program Complete any course prerequisites as indicated in the degree plan. A minimum grade of C or higher is required in some Health programs.
General Requirements for Ranking Consideration Meningitis starting Spring 2012, new and returning former EPCC students under the age of 30 must provide proof of an initial meningitis immunization or booster to Admissions and Registration Department at any campus. must be administered at least 10 days before the start of the semester and must have been administered within the last five years.
General Requirements for Ranking Consideration Visit the link from the Admissions and Registration EPCC web page for additional information: http://www.epcc.edu/registration/pages/default.aspx Provide a copy of the meningitis documentation to your program coordinator.
FINANCIAL AID Effective Fall 2011, based on new federal regulations, students are not allowed to repeat previously passed courses more than once Students should meet with a counselor to determine how a repeat course(s) may impact his/her academic, prerequisite, specialized admissions or transferability of courses. It is the student s responsibility to check with the Office of Student Financial Services to inquire how a repeat course(s) may impact their financial aid or veteran s assistance.
ACCUPLACER ASSESSMENT ACCUPLACER competency levels will be determined by each discipline. Areas for Competency testing on the ACCUPLACER are: Reading Skills Math Skills Writing Skills
ACCUPLACER ASSESSMENT All three competency levels can be met at the same time. Students also have the option to take one subject area at a time. ACCUPLACER scores are valid for two years for ranking purposes. Only the most recent test scores will be used for qualification and ranking.
Pre-Program Specific Requirements Applicants must also meet Pre-Program Specific requirements prior to qualifying for ranking. Current CPR certificate American Heart Association (Healthcare Provider) Continuing Education course -7 hour course College Course 16 weeks: KINE 1306 First Aid and Safety
Pre-Program Specific Requirements First Aid Certification American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons National Safety Council College Course 16 weeks: KINE 1306 First Aid and Safety Continuing Education course 7 hour course call 831-4116 for more information.
Pre-Program Specific Requirements Immunizations Hepatitis B vaccination series of 3 (4-6 month to complete) Tuberculosis Screening and/or testing (done annually) 2 - Measles, Mumps and Rubella Vaccinations (MMR) 2 - Varicella Vaccinations, titer, or documentation of disease from physician Diphtheria/Tetanus (Td) Influenza is required (or completed declination form) (NOTE: If declined will have to wear a mask in clinical) (done annually)
Pre-Program Specific Requirements Physical Exam by an American licensed Physician/Nurse Practitioner/Physicians Assistant Physical Technical Standard form Program Orientation HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) - online
Pre-Program Specific Requirements Criminal background clearance Website: http://www.elpasoex.com Substance Abuse Screening Website: http://www.elpasoex.com Note: Pre-Program Specific requirements will vary by program. However, all health programs mandate a background clearance and Substance Abuse Screening.
Background Clearance The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), which accredits healthcare facilities across the country, enforced background screening in September 2004 and has set requirements mandating that students in a healthcare field must now complete the same background check as hospital employees.
Background Clearance Students are responsible for the cost associated with the background investigation, and the investigation must be conducted through http://www.elpasoex.com 0nly. Your clearance will be sent directly to the Dean of your program at the college.
Pre-Program Specific Requirements Pre-Program Specific documents should be submitted to the designated contact person identified on the Program Information Guide. It is highly recommended that Pre-Program Specific documents be submitted one month prior to the ranking deadline.
Mandatory Courses Mandatory Courses: must be successfully completed prior to ranking. require a grade of C or higher may have an expiration date cannot be substituted with the exception of Math Note: Applicants who do not satisfactorily complete mandatory course work will not be eligible for ranking.
Mandatory Courses Example of mandatory courses in the Nursing program: BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology I BIOL 2402 Anatomy and Physiology II RNSG 1301 Pharmacology MATH 1324 Introductory Mathematics for Business and Social Science or MATH 1314 Pre-calculus I College Algebra and Geometry or Higher level MATH. Note: Mandatory course requirements will vary by program.
Ranking Courses Ranking Courses: are identified by the Health Careers Coordinator are courses within the degree plan that establish the ranking score. may have an expiration date
Ranking Courses require a grade of C or higher cannot be substituted Note: Ranking courses will vary by program.
Ranking Courses Example of ranking courses in the Nursing program. BIOL 2401 BIOL 2402 BIOL 2420 RNSG 1301 Anatomy and Physiology I Anatomy and Physiology II Microorganisms and Disease Pharmacology The ranking of qualified applicants is based on most recent ACCUPLACER test scores and the grades on specific program ranking courses.
Ranking Process Once the specialized admissions requirements have been satisfied, the student will automatically be ranked based on their individual performance on the ACCUPLACER and GPA of program specific ranking courses. Seventy percent (70%) of points come from GPA of ranking courses. Thirty percent (30%) of points are derived from ACCUPLACER scores.
Ranking Process 1200 is the maximum possible ranking score. Cumulative Ranking Points Course Ranking Score 70% = 840 ACCUPLACER Score + 30% = 360 Total Max Ranking Score 100% = 1200
Calculating Your Ranking Course Grade Point Average (GPA) BIOL 2401 A = 4 grade points = 16 points BIOL 2402 B = 3 grade points = 12 points BIOL 2420 B = 3 grade points = 12 points TOTAL=12 credits = 40 points 40 points/12 credits = 3.3 Ranking Course GPA
Calculating the Course Ranking Score (Ranking G.P.A) (Successfully Ranking Credit Hours Completed) (Factor) = Course Ranking Score Example: Ranking GPA= 3.3 Ranking Credit Hours Successfully Completed = 12 Factor = 17.5 (3.3)(12)(17.5) = 693 Note: The factor will vary by program.
Calculating the Factor To determine the Factor for course work, divide 840 by the product of Max GPA and Max Ranking Course hours. 840 / (Max GPA) (Max Ranking Course hours) Example: 840/(4.0 x 12) = 17.5 = Factor
Activity Calculate your GPA using the following data: BIOL 2401 B BIOL 2420 A BIOL 2402 A Calculate your course ranking score. (Ranking G.P.A) (Successfully Ranking Credit Hours Completed) (Factor)
Activity answer Calculate your GPA using the following data: BIOL 2401 B = 12 points BIOL 2420 A = 16 points BIOL 2402 A = 16 points 12 credits / 44 points = 3.6 GPA
Activity Answer Calculate your course ranking score. 44 points/12 credits = 3.6 Course Ranking Score 3.6 X 12 X 17.5 = 756
Ranking Process Now that we have finished computing the Course Ranking Score (70%= 840), we will proceed with the ACCUPLACER Ranking Score (30% = 360).
Calculating the ACCUPLACER Test Factor Thirty percent (30%) of ranking score is based on ACCUPLACER assessment results. Programs will have different weighted percentages in reading, writing and math based upon requirements of the program.
Test Ranking Score Test Factor = (Max total points) (Percentage) (Max raw score) Weighted % Test Area Max Raw Score Formula Test Factor 5% Math 120 (1200)(.05) / 120 =.5 20% Reading 120 (1200)(.20) / 120 = 2 5% Writing 8 (1200)(.05) / 8 = 7.5 Programs will have different weighted percentages based upon academic requirements of the program.
Dental Assisting/Dental Hygiene Diagnostic Medical Sonography Medical Assisting Technology Nursing/Vocational Nursing Surgical Technology Physical Therapist Assistant Weighted % Test Area Max Raw Score Test Factor Ranking Score 10% Math 120 1 120 10% Reading 120 1 120 10% Writing 8 15 120 30% Max Test Score 360
Medical Laboratory Technology Radiology Technology Weighted % Test Area Max Raw Score Test Factor Ranking Score 12% Math 120 1.2 144 12% Reading 120 1.2 144 6% Writing 8 9 72 30% Max Test Score 360
Health Information Technology Weighted % Test Area Max Raw Score Test Factor Ranking Score 6% Math 120 0.6 72 12% Reading 120 1.2 144 12% Writing 8 18 144 30% Max Test Score 360
Pharmacy Technology Weighted % Test Area Max Raw Score Test Factor Ranking Score 15% Math 120 1.5 180 8% Reading 120 0.8 96 7% Writing 8 10.5 84 30% Max Test Score 360
Radiation Therapy Weighted % Test Area Max Raw Score Test Factor Ranking Score 15% Math 120 1.5 180 10% Reading 120 1 120 5% Writing 8 7.5 60 30% Max Test Score 360
Respiratory Technology Weighted % Test Area Max Raw Score Test Factor Ranking Score 10% Math 120 1 120 14% Reading 120 1.4 168 6% Writing 8 9 72 30% Max Test Score 360
Test Ranking Formula (Test Area Raw Score) (Test Factor) = Test Ranking Score Weighted % Test Area Max Raw Score Test Factor Max Test Rank Score 5% Math 120 0.5 60 20% Reading 120 2 240 5% Writing 8 7.5 60 30% Max Test Score 360
Test Ranking Score This is an example for students with test scores less than the maximum possible points. Weighted % Test Area Test Score Test Factor Test Rank Score 10% Math (63) (1) = 63 10% Reading (82) (1) = 82 10% Writing (6) (15) = 90 30% =235
Total Ranking Score Course Ranking Score 720.3 840 Test Ranking Score + 272.5 360 Total Ranking Score 992.8 1200
Ranking Once applicants satisfy all Specialized Admissions requirements, including: General Admissions criteria Pre-Program Specific criteria Mandatory course work Applicants will be placed in a qualified pool and will automatically be ranked based upon individual performance on the ACCUPLACER assessment and GPA of program-specific ranking courses.
APPLICANT RESPONSIBILITY Applicants are responsible for: verifying correct status of their application file maintaining compliance with any changing requirements taking effect during the current academic year that effects eligibility working closely with their designated Health Counselor
APPLICANT RESPONSIBILITY adhering to deadlines and/or ranking dates submitting all required documentation prior to ranking deadline verifying official High School transcripts or GED scores have been received by the EPCC Admissions Office
APPLICANT RESPONSIBILITY Applicants will not be ranked if all documentation is not submitted prior to ranking deadline. For instance: Hepatitis B vaccinations series of 3 (can take 4-6 months to complete) Posting ACCUPLACER scores will take between 24 to 48 hours, hence we highly recommend ACCUPLACER test s be completed at least 48 hours prior to ranking date. Background clearance may take several months to process Note: It is highly recommended that you complete all requirements one month prior to the ranking deadline.
Notification of Acceptance Students offered seats into their desired health program will receive a certified letter containing the student Acknowledgement Admissions Form. Students must follow and satisfy all requirements as indicated in the certified letter and return the student Acknowledgement Admissions Form to the Specialized Admissions manager at the VV campus within 10 days.
Notification of Acceptance Students declining or failing to respond to an offer of a seat into a Health Career will be removed from the qualified pool and as an applicant for ranking. A student who has declined acceptance into a specialized program and desires to be considered for other health majors, will be required to submit a change of major form with a health occupation counselor.
Notification of Acceptance After a student accepts a seat in a particular health occupation program, the student will then be removed from all other existing Health Careers pools. Students who were not selected will remain in the qualified pool as long as they continue to satisfy all current specialized and program specific admissions requirements.
Post Specialized Admission Requirements Students are responsible for the following requirements after accepting a seat in the program. Program Orientation Community Wide Orientation - online Specialized Equipment and Lab supplies Liability Insurance Uniforms Required HIPAA - online Substance abuse screening Background clearance CPR Physical Exam Note: This information will vary by program based on pre or post specialized admissions requirements. Check with your designated counselor or Health Careers coordinator.
Health Careers Counselor Veronica Cena RG Campus, 103 Montana 3rd Floor (915) 831-4123 (RN) Nursing LVN/General Information Transition LVN to RN Paramedic to RN Bridge
Health Careers Counselor Veronica Fulton RG Campus, 103 Montana 3rd Floor (915) 831-4608 Dental Assisting Dental Hygiene Diagnostic Medical Sonography Health Information Technology Medical Coding Medical Transcription Radiologic Technology Radiation Technology Physical Therapist Assistant Surgical Technology
Health Careers Counselor Maria Guerrero RG Campus, 103 Montana 3rd Floor (915) 831-4022 (RN) Nursing LVN/General Information Transition LVN to RN Paramedic to RN Bridge Pharmacy Technology
Health Careers Counselor Hilario Hernandez, Counselor RG Campus, 103 Montana 3rd Floor (915) 831-4235 RN/LVN/ General Information Transition LVN to RN
Health Careers Counselor Robert Pandy RG Campus, 103 Montana 3rd Floor (915) 831-4064 Medical Assisting Technology Medical Laboratory Technology Pharmacy Technology Respiratory Care Technology
Health Careers Counselor Argelia S. Duarte RG Campus, 103 Montana 3rd Floor (915) 831-4040 General Information of Health Occupation Majors
Health Careers Counselor Ruben Villalobos RG Campus, 103 Montana 3rd Floor (915) 831-4020 RN Nursing/LVN/ General Information Transition LVN to RN
Health Careers Counselor Dub Satterfield NW Campus, 6701 S. Desert Blvd. RM M 79 (915) 831-8817 General Information of Health Occupation Majors
Health Careers Counselor Rudy Esselborn VV Campus, 919 Hunter SSC-140 C (915) 831-2375 General Information of Health Occupation Majors
Health Careers Counselor Deborah Knapp VV Campus, 919 Hunter SSC-127 (915) 831-2419 General Information of Health Occupation Majors
Health Careers Counselor Pat Duran Mission Del Paso, 10700 Gateway East RM C 154 (915) 831-7092 Border Health Issues Community Health Worker Emergency Medical Service Vocational Nursing (LVN) RN Nursing General Information
Health Careers Counselor Celina Gomez TM Campus, 9570 Gateway Blvd. North RM 1055 (915) 831-5005 General Information of Health Occupation Majors
Health Careers Counselor Ruben Gomez Mission Del Paso, 10700 Gateway East RM C157 831-7141 General Information of Health Occupation Majors
Specialized Health Careers Coordinator Contact Information Dental Assisting Sharon Dickinson (915)831-4065 RG H231 Dental Hygiene Dr. William Ekvall (915) 831-4060 RG H230
Specialized Health Careers Coordinator Contact Information Diagnostic Medical Sonography (AAS) Nora Balderas (915) 831-4108 or 831-4141 RG H227 Lab H158
Specialized Health Careers Coordinator Contact Information Health Information Technology (AAS) Jean Garrison (915) 831-4074 RG B307A Health Information Technology Coding Cert Jean Garrison (915) 831-4074 RG B307A
Specialized Health Careers Coordinator Contact Information Medical Assisting Technology Dr. Cathy Soto (915) 831-4139 RG B300B Medical Laboratory Technology Grace Zavala (915) 831-4085 RG B-415
Nursing Specialized Health Careers Coordinator Contact Information Pauline Ballesteros (915) 831-4093 RG A-226B Pharmacy Technology Nader Rassaei (915) 831-4490 RG RM B308A
Specialized Health Careers Coordinator Contact Information Physical Therapist Assistant Debra Tomacelli-Brock (915) 831-4172 RG H 149 Radiologic Technology Christl Thompson (915) 831-4613 RG A004
Specialized Health Careers Coordinator Contact Information Radiation Therapy Marie Racine (915) 831-4627 RG A246 Respiratory Care Technology Fred Torres (915) 831-4422 RG B216
Specialized Health Careers Coordinator Contact Information Surgical Technology Cynthia Rivera (915) 831-4086 RG H206 Vocational Nursing Kimberly J. Golucke (915) 831-7081 MDP D126
Specialized Admissions Contact Information Daryle Hendry Director of Admissions (915) 831-2580 Denise Schirmer Specialized Admissions Manager (915) 831-2588
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