100 Cook Street Billerica, MA 01821 Contact: 978-667-2111, adult education Catalog
Contents 1.0 Mission and Vision Statement... 4 2.0 History... 4 3.0 Accreditation... 4 4.0 Admissions... 5 5.0 Tuition and Fees:... 5 5.1 Other... 5 5.2 Transfer Credits... 5 6.0 Refund Policy/ Withdrawal... 6 7.0 Grievance Policy... 6 7.1 Step One:... 6 7.2 Step Two:... 6 8.0 Curriculum... 7 8.1 Course Description:... 7 8.2 Description of Unit Based Curriculum... 7 8.2.1 Unit One:... 7 8.2.2 Unit Two:... 7 8.2.3 Unit Three:... 7 8.2.4 Unit Four:... 7 8.2.5 Unit Five:... 8 8.2.6 Unit Six:... 8 8.2.7 Unit Seven:... 8 8.2.8 Unit Eight:... 8 8.2.9 Unit Nine:... 8 8.2.10 Unit Ten:... 8 9.0 Program Completion Requirements... 8 9.1 Rules and Regulations for Conduct:... 9 9.2 Placement Services/ Other services... 9 10.0 Faculty... 9 2
Notice The rules and regulations, policies, fees and other charges, courses of study, and academic requirements that appear in this catalog were in effect at the time of publication. This catalog is published for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between the school of nursing and any student, applicant for admission, or other person. The school reserves the right to introduce, change or eliminate rules, regulations, policies, fees, and other charges and academic requirements. It is the policy of the Shawsheen Technical Institute not to discriminate on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or national origin in its admissions, employment and other activities. 3
1.0 Mission and Vision Statement The Shawsheen Technical Adult Education Program offers apprenticeship, licensing and hobby-type courses. The goal is to optimize student aptitude, achievement, skills, and self-improvement. The adult education program strives to provide a service to the community by educating people for new and emerging occupations. Shawsheen Tech is devoted to offering skills for life beyond school. 2.0 History The Shawsheen Technical Adult Education Program was developed in the 1980 s to offer course to adult learners during the evening hours. Over the years, courses have come- and- gone based on interest, licensing regulations and the emergence of new skills needed to power the workforce. The addition of the Life Science Wing at Shawsheen in 2011 has greatly enhanced the environment. The state of the art seminar room, large working laboratory with Simulation and a media room are much needed improvements to our school. The Adult Education program is undergoing a transformation with the hope of increasing enrollment and programs. The Medical Assistant program is a candidate for accreditation with the Council on Occupational Education. The commitment to providing a quality and affordable program aligns with the mission of Shawsheen. 3.0 Accreditation The Medical Assistant program is a candidate for approval by the Council on Occupational Education. Inquiries regarding the accreditation status by the Council on Occupational Education should be directed to the administrative staff of the institution. Individuals may also contact: Council on Occupational Education, 7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325, Atlanta, GA 30350, Telephone: 770-396-3898, FAX: 770-396- 3790 4
4.0 Admissions 1. The application for admission into the Medical Assistant program can be found on the website, www.shawsheentech.org 2. Applicants can enroll in one of the following ways: on-line registration, mail in registration and/or on-site registration 3. Applicants must be eighteen (18) years old to apply 4. Enrollment is limited to the first twenty (20) students who apply 5.0 Tuition and Fees: Tuition is due prior to first day of class and must be included with the initial application 1. Tuition is $450 2. Fees: no fees 3. Expenses: student occur: Medical Assistant text book purchase, $85 4. Other charges: $15 fee if non-resident of the district 5. Other charges: $ 15 processes fee if a student withdraws from a course (see refund policy) 6. We do not offer payment plans or Financial Aid. 5.1 Other 1. Students employed in the Health Care environment as Medical Assistants may be required by their employer to undergo drug testing and have a satisfactory CORI. 2. This course does not include a clinical component. It provides the student with the theoretical framework and work-based units to become an entry level medical assistant. 3. Students employed in the Health Care environment must show evidence of immunization or immunity to diseases as documented on the MA Department of Public Health website. 4. Medical Assistants may become certified by a National certifying agency following completion of clinical hours. Please refer to the individual certification agencies, American Medical Assistant Association or Nationalhealthcareers for more information. 5.2 Transfer Credits 1. Transfer of students from programs within the institution: We do not allow transfer from one program to another within this program. All courses must be completed in their entirety to gain credit for coursework completed. 5
2. Transfer of credit earned at another institution: We do not allow for transfer of credit from another institution as the students who complete earn a certificate and the course in sixty (60) hours. 6.0 Refund Policy/ Withdrawal Full refunds are given when a class is cancelled due to low enrollment or the class requested is full. If you must withdraw from a class, email or put in writing that you wish to withdraw from the course. Attn: Adult Education, 100 Cook Street, Billerica, MA 01821 or contact adulted@shawsheen.tec.ma.us. Please call 978-667-2111 ext 469 to request confirmation and allow 4-6 weeks for a refund. If you withdraw after the class has started but before the second class meeting, you will receive a refund for 50% of the course fee, minus a $15 processing fee. There are no refunds after the second class for any reason. 7.0 Grievance Policy It is the belief of the Medical Assistant program that every effort should be made by the parties involved to settle any disputes among themselves. However if all efforts fail, please use the following procedure: 7.1 Step One: Whenever a participant or a group of participants has a complaint or any controversy, misunderstanding, or dispute arising as to the interpretation, application, or observation of any procedures or policies, they shall present said grievance in writing to the instructor within five (5) calendar days of the alleged incident. The instructor will arrange an informal meeting of all parties concerned and will endeavor to settle the grievance in this session within five (5) working days of when it was reported. 7.2 Step Two: If the grievance is not settled at Step One, the aggrieved participants may request in writing within five (5) calendar days of the Step One Informal Meeting, a Step Two Formal Hearing to be held within five (5) working days after the receipt of the written request from the aggrieved. This Step Two Formal Hearing is to be attended by the aggrieved, the instructor and the Adult Education Director who will submit a copy of his or her written decision on the grievance to the aggrieved and all parties concerned within five (5) working days of the Step Two Formal Hearing. 6
Additional concerns regarding a grievance can be addressed to : Council on Occupational Education, 7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325, Atlanta, GA 30350, Telephone: 770-396-3898, FAX: 770-396-3790 8.0 Curriculum This course is completed over a ten (10) week calendar from 6-9 PM on Monday and Tuesdays. 8.1 Course Description: This course covers the theory/lab skills necessary to become a Medical Assistant including vital signs, special examinations, sterile techniques, patient interviews/history taking, electrocardiography, and basic medical terminology. Medical/legal considerations are applied throughout the course. 8.2 Description of Unit Based Curriculum 8.2.1 Unit One: The students are introduced to the course. An orientation program on the Health and Safety plan, Media plan, and safety features located in the building are addressed. The first unit introduces the student to the legal and ethical responsibilities of the Medical Assistant, infection control and obtaining vital signs. 8.2.2 Unit Two: Medication dispensing, classification and the Medical Assistant role in medical administration including the procedure involved with administering immunizations. 8.2.3 Unit Three: This unit introduces the student to the anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system with a concentration on medical terminology. Students apply these concepts to the acquisition of vital signs. 8.2.4 Unit Four: This unit allows the student to begin to understand the role of the Medical Assistant in positioning patients for examinations and assisting with procedures, 7
8.2.5 Unit Five: The students are introduced to the procedure of obtaining an electrocardiogram including correct settings on the machine, correct placement of leads, and identification of basic arrhythmias. The students also learn the importance of infection control when completing electrocardiograms. 8.2.6 Unit Six: The unit allows the student to apply skills learned in the above unit while assisting with a gynecological examination. Students learn to assist with common office procedures involving gynecological examinations. 8.2.7 Unit Seven: The student advances their skill acquisition as they prepare sterile fields and assist with surgical office procedures. Students learn the importance of sterile field with regards to decreasing infection rates. 8.2.8 Unit Eight: The students are introduced to phlebotomy, the order of draw, the additives in vacutainers, techniques including the use of a straight verses a butterfly needle and equipment facilities need to be compliant with OSHA. 8.2.9 Unit Nine: This unit allows the students to review techniques including injections. Students complete the theoretical component and begin to review for the final examination. 8.2.10 Unit Ten: Final examination and review of work-based competencies. 9.0 Program Completion Requirements 1. Students are expected to be current in their reading and be prepared for class. 2. Students must pass each unit examination and the final examination with a grade of a 60% to earn a certificate. 3. Students must have demonstrated competencies in each unit by demonstrating to instructors. 4. Students must have adequate attendance to meet competencies. 8
9.1 Rules and Regulations for Conduct: 1. Students are expected to exhibit professionalism as expected in the role of the medical assistant in their interactions with each other and the instructors. 2. Students are expected to attend class 3. Students are limited to cell phone use, including texting when in the classroom/ laboratory setting. Students may leave the classroom/ laboratory to make or receive an emergency call. 4. All drinks must be covered and there is no eating during class. 9.2 Placement Services/ Other services 1. The Medical Assistant Program has a placement plan to offer assistance with job placement. We do not guarantee employment following completion of this program but we do give you the tools needed to be successful. 2. The Medical Assistant program completes post-graduation surveys. We will be contacting you to ask about employment or further educational paths that you have pursued. We value your commitment to evaluate our curriculum based on your endeavors. Please feel free to email Gina Cerbone at any point and let us know what you doing and where you are working. 3. The Medical Assistant program has a health and safety plan available to you. You will receive a copy of it on the first class night. 4. The Medical Assistant program has a Media plan available to you. You will receive a copy of it on the first class night. 10.0 Faculty Dorothy O Rourke, MA Kelly Shinners, CNA, Patricia Noonan. RN, MSN Shawsheen Adult Education, MA Bunker Hill Community College, EMT Certified EKG Technician, Certified Phlebotomist Certified Nurse Assistant: Winchester Hospital Catholic University of America: Washington, DC Salem State College, Salem, MA Council on Occupational Education, accreditation coordinator 978-671-3646/ pnoonan@shawsheen.tec.ma.us 9