ALLIED HEALTH
< Computerized Medical Office Program (Financial Aid Available)
This course prepares students for a career in the much understaffed Healthcare industry. Students will explore the language of “Medical Terminology”, ICD-9 and CPT-4 Coding (including hospital coding), medical billing/insurance. HIPAA compliance and MediSoft.
The students will also be taught the complete Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint) to the proficient level.
660 hours. (Tuition $3,100 + general fee $220 + lab fee $780 + material fee $300) Total $4,400
CSTC 334-25 Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., May 27, 2008 - November 21, 2008
CSTC 334-26 Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., September 3, 2008 - March 9, 2009
<Computerized Medical Office Assistant
This course prepares students for a career in the much understaffed Healthcare Industry. Students will explore the language of “Medical Terminology”, ICD-4 Coding (including hospital coding), and medical billing/insurance, HIPAA compliance, and MediSoft.
330 hours. (Tuition $1,550 + general fee $220 + lab fee $580 + material fee $160) Total $2,510.
CSTC 234-24 Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., May 27, 2008 - August 8, 2007
CSTC 234-25 Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., September 3, 2008 - March 3, 2009
<Computerized Medical Office Specialist
This course prepares students for a career in the understaffed Healthcare Industry. Students will explore the language of “Medical Terminology”, ICD-9 and CPT-4 Coding (including hospital coding), medical billing/insurance, HIPAA compliance, and MediSoft.
112 hours. (Tuition $685 + general fee $140 + lab fee $350 + material fee $325) Total $1,500.
CSTC 180-29 Mondays & Thursdays, 6 p.m - 10 p.m., May 12, 2008 - August 21, 2008 (no class - May 26, 2008 & July 3, 2008)
PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATE
Program approval pending from the American Society of Phlebotomy Technician (ASPT)
Why You Should Attend
If you are interested in joining one of today’s fastest growing health care professions, this program is for you. According to a report for the American Society of Clinical pathologists, phlebotomists are in high demand. Phlebotomy technicians often continue their education in other areas of allied health and become medical assistants or nurses.
What is Phlebotomy?
Phlebotomists work in hospital and private laboratories, physician offices, pharmaceutical companies and private and public research programs. They gather and process blood specimens for analysis, identify and select equipment used in blood collection and must understand factors that affect collection procedures and test results.
♦ High school diploma or GED
♦ Physical examination showing proof of immunizations
♦ Demonstrated proficiency in spoken and written English
♦ Criminal background check
♦ Professional liability insurance and fingerprinting
♦ Students must be certified in CPR prior the program completion.
• Phlebotomy I
• Phlebotomy II
• Phlebotomy III: Externship
Waived Courses:
In certain situations Phlebotomy I may be waived at the discretion of Middlesex County College. To be considered, you must submit documented evidence of successful completion of an equivalent course along with a course waiver form and a $50 processing fee, proof of a completed criminal background check, proof of personal health insurance and $36 for malpractice insurance. Contact CaptainRutowski of the campus police department at 732.906.7708 to make an for fingerprinting. Approximate cost is $35. Please call 732.906.7740 for more information and to request your form.
Admission is on a Space Available Basis.
Total Cost or phlebotomy certificate (phlebotomy I, II, and III)
3 Courses: $1,598 (Save $141)
Savings are available to students who enroll with payments, for the complete certifcate program.
Individual pricing:
Phlebotomy I, II, III: $1,738 if paid separately)
< Phlebotomy I
CEU 4.8
(Tuition $425 + general fee $65) Total $490
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Phlebotomy I, successful completion of criminal background check, proof of CPR certification
AHPH 002-05. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:30-9:45 p.m., March 13-May 3 (16 sessions)
AHPH 002-06. Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-1:0 p.m., February 22-March 12 (13 sessions)
< Phlebotomy II
CEU 5.2
In a lab setting, you will learn the proper procedure for handling, transporting, and processing samples; the use of blood collection supplies; and proper venipuncture technique. In addition, you will expand your knowledge of memory, physiology, and medical terminology.
Students must wear scrubs to class. (Tuition $425 + general fee $65) Total $490
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Phlebotomy I, successful completion of criminal background check, proof of CPR certification
AHPH 002-05. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:30-9:45 p.m., March 13-May 3 (16 sessions)
AHPH 002-06. Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-1:0 p.m., February 22-March 12 (13 sessions)
< Phlebotomy III: Externship
CEU 10.0
You will be placed at a medical laboratory, hospital, medical center or physician’s office where you will collect samples and perform other duties associated with Phlebotomy. Site selection and schedule is dependent upon location availability, with consideration given to individual schedules. You are required to work 100 hours and perform 100 collections while completing your externship. Externships begin after March 21.
AHPH 003-01. (Tuition $400+ general fee $165) Total $565.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Phlebotomy I & II
EKG TECHNICIAN PROGRAM
Program approval pending from the American Society of Phlebotomy Technician (ASPT)
Why You Should Attend
EKG technician are considered to be one of today’s in-demand allied health professions. Whether you are new to healthcare or ready to expand your professional knowledge, our EKG technician program will give you the necessary skills to join the rapidly expanding healthcare profession.
What is an EKG Technician?
As an EKG technician, you will perform an electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) which measures the electrical impulses of the heart. EKG technicians work in hospital, private medical practices, nursing homes, clinics and insurance companies.
Entrance Requirements
* High school diploma or GED
Program Requirements
* Students must be certified in CPR prior to program completion
* Successful completion of course work
< EKG Technician
CEU 4.8
Subject areas covered in the EKG technician program include:
* Anatomy and physiology of the heart
* Placement of electrodes on patients
* Set up and operation of an Electrocardiograph machine
* Identification and description of the EKG waveform
* Patient care and communication
* Professional ethics
Textbook required for FIRST class, available at College bookstore.
(Tuition $400+ general fee $56 + lab fee $429) Total $885.
AHEK 001-01. Saturdays, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., January 20-April 21 (no class February 17, April 7) (12 sessions)
AHEK 001-02. Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., April 23-May 8 (12 sessions)
PHLEBOTOMY & EKG TECHNICIAN
DUAL TECHNICIAN PROGRAM
Enhance your employment opportunities by becoming certified as both a Phlebotomy and an EKG technician. Work side by side with physicians, nurses, and other medical professionals in a wide variety of healthcare settings.
Required Courses:
=> AHPH 001: Phlebotomy I
=> AHPH 002: Phlebotomy II
=> AHPH 003: Phlebotomy III: Externship
=> AHEK 001: EKG Technician
Total Cost for Phlebotomy I, II, and EKG Technician (Part-time evening students)
3 courses: $1,399 (Save 171)
Savings are available to students who enroll, with payment, for the complete certificate program.
Individual Pricing:
Phlebotomy I, II, and EKG Technician: $1,570 if paid separately
Total Cost for Phlebotomy I, II, and EKG technicians: (Daytime students)
4 courses: $1,999 (Save $136)
Savings are available to students who enroll, with payment, for the complete certificate program.
Individual Pricing:
Phlebotomy I, II, III and EKG Technician: $2,135 if paid separately.
Attention Evening Dual technician Students:
Phlebotomy III externship is priced separately. It will be offered for evening students in either the summer or fall of 2007
