Vocational Nursing
Certificate Program
Gainful Employment DisclosureThis program familiarizes students with the theory and hands-on clinical skills necessary for entry-level positions as a Vocational Nurse.
The goal of the program is to assist Licensed Vocational Nurses as Approved by the Bureau of Vocational Nursing & Psychiatric Technicians. These skills will enable graduates to qualify for work in various medical practice settings including inpatient, outpatient, hospice, home health and various hospital settings.
The goal of the program is to assist Licensed Vocational Nurses as Approved by the Bureau of Vocational Nursing & Psychiatric Technicians. These skills will enable graduates to qualify for work in various medical practice settings including inpatient, outpatient, hospice, home health and various hospital settings.
| Catalog No. | Classes Listing | Theory Hours | Lab Hours | Clinical Hours | Total Hours / Credit |
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| A&P 200 | Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology | 60 | 60 | ||
| NUT 110 | Nutrition in Healthcare | 40 | 40 | ||
| VN Pharm 200 | Pharmacology | 40 | 40 | ||
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| VN 100 | Nursing Fundamentals | 96 | 96 | ||
| VN 125 | Skills Lab | 240 | 240 | ||
| VN Pharm 300 | Pharmacology II | 44 | 44 | ||
| Term III: | |||||
| VN 200 | Medical-Surgical I | 96 | 96 | ||
| VN 250 Practicum I | Skills Application Practicum I | 288 | 288 | ||
| Term IV: | |||||
| VN 300 | Medical-Surgical II | 96 | 96 | ||
| VN 250 Practicum II | Skills Application Practicum II | 288 | 288 | ||
| Term V: | |||||
| VN 330 | Nursing in Mental Health | 30 | 30 | ||
| VN 340 | Leadership & Supervision | 20 | 20 | ||
| VN 320 | Nursing in Pediatric Care | 30 | 30 | ||
| VN 310 | Nursing in Obstetric Care | 30 | 30 | ||
| VN 350 | Skills Application Practicum III | 160 | 160 | ||
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| VN 375 | NCLEX REVIEW Virtual ATI with Coach | 80 | 80 |
California License Examination Reporting:
| Vocational Nursing, Passing Rate | Took | Pass | %Passing |
| 1/1/2014 - 12/31/2014 | 28 | 23 | 82.14% |
| 01/01/2013-12/31/2013 | 19 | 17 | 89.47% |
| 01/01/2012-12-31-2012 | 56 | 46 | 82% |
Gainful Employment Disclosure:
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| O* Net Occupational Titles | 29-2061.00 | http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/29-2061.00 | |
| Licensed Practical Nurse(LPN), Charge Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Clinic Licensed Practical Nurse (CLINIC LPN), Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse (PEDIATRIC LPN), Clinic Nurse, Office Nurse, Private Duty Nurse, Triage Licensed Practical Nurse (TRIAGE LPN) | |||
| On-Time Completion Rate | 64% | ||
| Placement Rates (2013-2014 AY) | 79% | ||
Medical Assistant
This program familiarizes students with the theory and hands-on clinical skills necessary for entry-level positions as a Medical Assistant. The goal of the program is to provide graduates with the knowledge and skills requisite to work as a Medical Assistant in various medical practice settings including inpatient, outpatient, hospice, home health and various hospital settings. This program is offered in a traditional setting.
Program Outcomes:
1. Provide a medical focused educational program for students to develop a solid foundation in pursuit of a career in the medical assisting profession.
2. Provide an environment where students learn the scope of practice of the medical assistant according to the guidelines of the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) and perform all duties associated with medical assisting with confidence and proficiency.
3. Provide a program in which students become proficient in the art of communication, developing skills of the written and spoken word which will include the language of medicine; enabling students to communicate effectively throughout their academic and professional journey.
4. Offer students opportunities to function at the highest level of integrity, using ethical judgment in making decisions and performing the skills of their profession.
2. Provide an environment where students learn the scope of practice of the medical assistant according to the guidelines of the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) and perform all duties associated with medical assisting with confidence and proficiency.
3. Provide a program in which students become proficient in the art of communication, developing skills of the written and spoken word which will include the language of medicine; enabling students to communicate effectively throughout their academic and professional journey.
4. Offer students opportunities to function at the highest level of integrity, using ethical judgment in making decisions and performing the skills of their profession.
Courses:
| Course no. | Course name | Lecture hours | Lab hours | Work-based Activites | Total Hours/Credits |
| MEDA 100 | The Human Body: Language Structure and Functions | 60 | 40 | 100/8 | |
| MEDA 110 | Medical Management Procedures I | 40 | 60 | 100/7 | |
| MEDA 120 | Medical Management Procedures II | 40 | 60 | 100/7 | |
| MEDA 130 | Pharmacology | 40 | 60 | 100/7 | |
| MEDA 140 | Clinical and Diagnostic Procedures I | 40 | 60 | 100/7 | |
| MEDA 150 | Clinical and Diagnostic Procedures II | 40 | 60 | 100/7 | |
| PHLE 100 | Phlebotomy | 40 | 60 | 100/7 | |
| MEDA 200 | Externship | 180 | 180/6 | ||
| Total: | 300 | 360 | 180 | 840/54 | |
Phlebotomy
Certificate Program
The phlebotomy , a certificate course prepares the graduate to draw blood for testing from patients in hospitals and medical laboratories. In addition graduates have received training in taking vital signs, explaining procedures to clients.
MA 100A Phlebotomy
1. Infection control, standard precautions and safety.
2. Anatomy and physiology of body systems with emphasis on the circulatory system.
3. Appropriate Medical Terminology.
4. Proper identification of patient and specimens, the importance of accuracy in over all client care.
5. Proper selection and preparation of skin puncture including selection of antiseptic.
6. Blood collection equipment, types of tubes and additives, proper order of draw when additives are required, and special precautions.
7. Proper procedures for storing blood samples.
8. Proper care of puncture site.
9. Appropriate disposal of sharps, needles, and waste.
2. Anatomy and physiology of body systems with emphasis on the circulatory system.
3. Appropriate Medical Terminology.
4. Proper identification of patient and specimens, the importance of accuracy in over all client care.
5. Proper selection and preparation of skin puncture including selection of antiseptic.
6. Blood collection equipment, types of tubes and additives, proper order of draw when additives are required, and special precautions.
7. Proper procedures for storing blood samples.
8. Proper care of puncture site.
9. Appropriate disposal of sharps, needles, and waste.
MA Phlebotomy 100B
1. Advanced infectious diseases control and biohazards
2. Anti-coagulation Theory.
3. Understanding of pre-analytical sources of error in specimen collection, transport processing and storage.
4. Anatomical site selection and patient preparation for punctures.
5. Risk factors and appropriate responses to complications which may arise from phlebotomy.
6. Recognition of problems with test requisitions, specimen transport and processing.
7. Corrective actions to take for problems in test requisitions, specimen transport and processing.
8. Application of basic concepts of communication, interpersonal relations, stress management, professional behavior.
9. Ethics and legal implications of phlebotomy.
10. Quality assurance as it relates to accurate and reliable laboratory test result.
11. Legal issues related to blood collection.
2. Anti-coagulation Theory.
3. Understanding of pre-analytical sources of error in specimen collection, transport processing and storage.
4. Anatomical site selection and patient preparation for punctures.
5. Risk factors and appropriate responses to complications which may arise from phlebotomy.
6. Recognition of problems with test requisitions, specimen transport and processing.
7. Corrective actions to take for problems in test requisitions, specimen transport and processing.
8. Application of basic concepts of communication, interpersonal relations, stress management, professional behavior.
9. Ethics and legal implications of phlebotomy.
10. Quality assurance as it relates to accurate and reliable laboratory test result.
11. Legal issues related to blood collection.
Computerized Accounting
Certificate Program
Gainful Employment DisclosureThis program familiarizes students with a wide variety of computerized business applications and achieves a high level of expertise in selected applications. These skills will enable graduates to qualify for entry-level positions such as Computerized Accounting Clerk, Bookkeeper, Accounting Assistant, Accounts Receivable/Payable, and Payroll Processor. This hybrid program is made available less than 49% of instructional hours via distance education therefore; it provides an excellent opportunity for students currently working in the business field to upgrade their skills and knowledge.
Courses In This Program Include:
| Catalog No. | Class Listing | Lecture Hours | Lab Hours | Total Hours / Credit |
| CS 115 | Introduction to Computers and Application | 45 | 45 | 90 |
| BUS 110 | Introduction to Business | 35 | 35 | 70 |
| CS 120 | Advanced Computer | 35 | 35 | 70 |
| PHL 110 | Critical Thinking | 20 | 20 | 40 |
| ACC 115 | Computerized Bookkeeping | 45 | 45 | 90 |
| ACC 130 | Computerized Accounting | 45 | 45 | 90 |
| ACC 150 | Accounting Software | 35 | 35 | 70 |
| EP 300 | Employment Preparation for Allied Health | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| ACC 200 | Externship | 100 | ||
| Total | 310 | 310 | 720 / 49 |
Gainful Employment Disclosure:
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Computerized Accounting |
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Accounting Clerk, Accounting Assistant, Accounts Payable Clerk, Bookkeeper, Account Clerk, Accounts Payable Clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk, Account Receivable Clerk, Accounts Payable Specialist, Accounting Associate |
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On-Time Completion Rate |
92% |
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Placement Rates (2013-2014 AY) |
80% |
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Associate of Science in Surgical Technology
Degree Program
Gainful Employment DisclosureAssociate of Science in Surgical Technology is designed to provide the student knowledge and experience to perform effective Surgical Technology in the current market. Graduates of the program find positions in Surgical Technologist (CST), Surgical Technician, Operating Room Surgical Technician (OR St), Surgical Scrub Technologist, Surgical Scrub Technician, Endoscopic Technologist, Operating Room Technician (OR Tech). This hybrid program is made available less than 49% of instructional hours via distance education therefore; it provides an excellent opportunity for students currently working in the business field to upgrade their skills and knowledge.
Courses In This Program Include:
| Catalog No. | Classes Listing | Units |
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BIO 110 (A) |
Anatomy & Physiology |
4.5 |
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PSY 110 |
Principle of Psychology |
4.5 |
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SOC 110 |
Introduction to Sociology |
4.5 |
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MAT 110 |
College Algebra |
4.5 |
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ENG 110 |
Composition and Rhetoric I |
4.5 |
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BIO 190 |
Pharmacology |
4.5 |
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BIO 250 |
Medical Terminology |
4.5 |
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SURG 100 |
Introduction to Surgical Technology |
4.5 |
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SURG 110 |
Special Topic in Surgical Technology |
4.5 |
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SURG 120 |
Introduction to Clinical Experience |
4.5 |
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SURG 210 |
Principle of the Practice of Surgical Technology-Scrub Role |
9 |
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SURG 220 |
Principle of the Practice of Surgical Technology-Circulator Role |
9 |
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SURG 230 |
Surgical Pharmacology |
4.5 |
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SURG 310 |
Clinical Practicum I |
13.5 |
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SURG 320 |
Clinical Practicum II |
13.5 |
| Total | 1605/94 |
Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration
Degree Program
Gainful Employment DisclosureAssociate of Applied Science is designed to provide the student with a broad introduction to all areas of business: accounting, computers, marketing, finance, international business, management, etc. The variety of career choices available to graduates with business administration degrees is as wide as the field of study itself. Positions in management (private and public sector), marketing, and banking are only a few of the opportunities available. This distance education provides an excellent opportunity for students currently working in the business field to upgrade their skills and knowledge.
Courses In This Program Include:
| Catalog No. | Classes Listing | Units |
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ENG 110 |
Composition and Rhetoric I |
4.5 |
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ENG 120 |
Composition and Rhetoric II |
4.5 |
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PSY 110 |
Principles of Psychology |
4.5 |
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ENG 130 |
American Literature |
4.5 |
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SOC 110 |
Introduction to Sociology |
4.5 |
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PHL 110 (A) |
Critical Thinking |
4.5 |
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CS 100 |
Introduction to Computers |
4.5 |
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CS 110 |
Intermediate Computer (Introduction to Computer Application) |
4.5 |
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CS 120 (A) |
Advanced Computer |
4.5 |
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CS 130 (A) |
Introduction to Computer Networking |
4.5 |
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CS 140 |
Special Topic in Computer |
4.5 |
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CS 150 |
Database Management System |
4.5 |
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ACC 105 |
Computerized Bookkeeping I |
4.5 |
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ACC 110 |
Computerized Bookkeeping II |
4.5 |
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ACC 150 (A) |
Accounting Software |
4.5 |
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ECO 110 |
Principles of Economics |
4.5 |
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BUS 110 (A) |
Introduction to Business |
4.5 |
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BUS 140 |
Special Topic in Business I |
4.5 |
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BUS 150 |
Special Topic in Business II |
4.5 |
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MGT 110 |
Principles of Management |
4.5 |
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MGT 120 |
Human Resource Management |
4.5 |
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MGT 130 |
Principles of Marketing |
4.5 |
| Total | 990/99 |
Gainful Employment Disclosure:
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Associate of Applied Science |
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Office Manager, Administrative Assistant, Administrative Coordinator, Administrative Officer, Administrative Manager, Administrative Specialist, Administrator, Business Administrator, Business Manager, Director of Operations |
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Associate of Applied Science in Health Care Management
Degree Program
Gainful Employment DisclosureAssociate of Applied Science prepares student for a job in the growing healthcare industry. In fact, job growth in this field is expected to increase faster than many other occupations over the next several years.
Associate of Applied Science is designed to provide the student knowledge and experience to perform effective healthcare management in the current market. Graduates of the program find positions in office management and admissions coordinator; work in hospitals, clinics, and physicians' office, insurance companies, long-term care facilities. This distance education provides an excellent opportunity for students currently working in the business field to upgrade their skills and knowledge.
Associate of Applied Science is designed to provide the student knowledge and experience to perform effective healthcare management in the current market. Graduates of the program find positions in office management and admissions coordinator; work in hospitals, clinics, and physicians' office, insurance companies, long-term care facilities. This distance education provides an excellent opportunity for students currently working in the business field to upgrade their skills and knowledge.
Courses In This Program Include:
| Catalog No. | Classes Listing | Units |
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ENG 110 |
Composition and Rhetoric I |
4.5 |
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ENG 120 |
Composition and Rhetoric II |
4.5 |
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PSY 110 |
Principles of Psychology |
4.5 |
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SOC 110 |
Introduction to Sociology |
4.5 |
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PHL 110 (A) |
Critical Thinking |
4.5 |
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CS 100 |
Introduction to Computers |
4.5 |
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CS 110 |
Intermediate Computer (Introduction to Computer Application) |
4.5 |
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BIO 100 |
Medical Administrative Aspects |
4.5 |
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BIO 110 |
Anatomy & Physiology |
4.5 |
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BIO 120 |
Medical Billing |
4.5 |
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BIO 130 |
Medical Insurance Coding |
4.5 |
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BIO 140 |
Biology |
4.5 |
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BIO 150 (A) |
Medical office Software |
4.5 |
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BIO 420 (A) |
Medical Law and Ethics |
4.5 |
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BIO 430 |
Introduction to Healthcare (Patient Care) |
4.5 |
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HM 125 (A) |
Special Topics in Healthcare |
4.5 |
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HM 210 |
Current Trends In Managed Care |
4.5 |
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HM 215 |
Special Topic I in Healthcare Management |
4.5 |
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HM 220 |
Special Topic II in Healthcare Management |
4.5 |
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HM 230 |
Health and Wellness |
4.5 |
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ECO 110 |
Principles of Economics |
4.5 |
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BUS 115 |
Introduction to Allied Health Business |
4.5 |
| Total | 990/99 |
Gainful Employment Disclosure:
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Associate of Applied Science |
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http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-9111.00. |
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Office Manager, Nurse Manager, Health and Social Service Manager, Program Manager, Clinical Director, Director of Nursing, Medical Records Manager, Mental Health Program Manager, Nutrition Service Manager, Practice Administrator |
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On-Time Completion Rate |
60% |
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Placement Rates (2013-2014 AY) |
80% |
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South Gate (Main Campus)
(562) 408-6969
13180 Paramount Blvd, South Gate, CA 90280
Stockton Campus
Salida Campus
Hours of Operation:
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