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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on the history of the United States from the Gilded Age to our status as a sole superpower today. Major events will be introduced and analyzed along with political, economic, social and cultural challenges that America faced during that period. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
The course examines the dynamics of immigration to the United States from the 19th to the mid 20th centuries. An overview of American immigration will be presented, with a specific focus on immigrants from Northern and Western Europe; those coming from Southern and Eastern Europe; and peoples from Asia and Latin America.
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3.00 Credits
'This course is an exploration of the 20th into the 21st centuries through the use of American popular culture. Each decade will be examined for the items that helped shape its respective cultural identity. These include film and theater, food and drink, music, print media, sports and games, fashion and fads, television and radio. By doing so, this class will teach us who we are'' what we were'' and where we are going.'
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3.00 Credits
This variable topics course will teach students to properly apply historical analysis to relevant historically themed films in order to better understand major world events, figures, culture and society. This process will provide students with the 'factual truth' not always depicted within popular 'Hollywood' movies. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on the period of World War II, from its origins in European nationalism, World War I and the worldwide depression of the 1930s, through to its conclusion and aftermath, including the rebuilding of Europe and the Cold War. Particular emphasis will be paid to the treatment of the war in the popular cinema. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course is a study of the professional language of medicine, including description, interpretation, building, and spelling medical terms that relate to human anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, diagnostic testing, and medical procedures. This is also available as an online internet course. 3 credits
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1.00 Credits
This course is designed to give first semester students who are pursuing a career in health care a solid foundation of planning and professionalism to successfully complete their education and career goals. This course will also help them become engaged members of the College and professional community. Students will be involved in career exploration, setting real-world goals with academic planning and resume building, learning the tools available for their academic success, and the professionalism needed to carry them forward into the academic world and the job market. This course is taught by Health Care professionals and includes guest speakers from several health care disciplines. 1 Credit
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4.00 Credits
This course introduces the student to medical terminology and human anatomy and physiology. Body systems and related terminology are discussed in a primary learning level. Related disease processes, diagnostic procedures, therapeutic measures, and appropriate abbreviations and acronyms are included. This is a foundational course for students entering the field of health care, both clinical and administrative. Note(s): Students must earn a 'C' or higher in all HSC courses to graduate from the program. Prerequisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None 4 credits (4 lecture; 0 lab)
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3.00 Credits
Skill development in the performance of a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques and standard precautions. Includes vacuum collection devices, syringes, capillary skin puncture, butterfly needles and blood culture, and specimen collection on adults, children, and infants. Emphasis on infection prevention, patient identification, specimen labeling, quality assurance, specimen handling, processing, professionalism, ethics, and medical terminology. This course will prepare students for the phlebotomy certification exam. Students will also learn the skills necessary to obtain quality 12 lead electrocardiograms (ECG) in a variety of medical settings. A blended course including both theory and hands-on instruction. This course will also assist students in preparing for the ECG certification exam. This course is designed to meet the needs of students with the ability to interpret both the normal and abnormal ECG, as well as provide an overview of heart anatomy and function. Instruction will be provided on proper use of medical equipment and supplies related to maintaining a safe patient environment. 3 credits (2 lectur, 1 lab)
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3.00 Credits
This course presents the theoretical concepts of health information management and performance in the medical office setting. Topics presented include the creation and maintenance of health records and the legal and ethical responsibilities of medical personnel who work in the health information management department. AHIMA and HIPPA regulations are integrated throughout the course. Presented are the various systems available including electronic record keeping. Procedures for maintaining records, methods of numbering, filing and compiling statistics and reports are presented. Included in the course are theory and practice of working in and managing the medical office. Workshops provide a simulated office setting, giving the student practice in diverse medical office procedures. The course is taught in a computer lab to allow students continuous working knowledge of basic computer applications. MS Word, MS PPT and document storage and retrieval will be the main applications utilized for instruction. Access to the internet as well as site navigation will also be necessary. Note: Students must earn a "C" or higher in all HSC courses in order to graduate from the program. 3 credits
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