Healthcare

Basic Life Support (BLS) course teaches both single-rescuer and team-driven basic life support skills for pre-hospital and in-facility environments. Students work with experienced instructors to learn Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), how to operate Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs), and important team dynamics for healthcare professionals.

Section A: By Appointment

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

One Session, Eight Hours
BLS001: $85

Certified Nurse Aides help patients in hospitals and residents of long-term care facilities, such as nursing homes. The Certified Nurse Aide Registered Apprenticeship program provides instruction in the fundamentals of nursing theory and the technical skills necessary to provide patient care. Course content includes basic patient care, infection control, nutrition, and vital signs. Upon successful completion of the program, students take the New York State Certified Nurse Aide Exam.

The Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certificate is the gold standard for medical coders working in physician’s offices and in the healthcare industry. This CPC program consists of a comprehensive sequence of classes to prepare students for careers as medical coders in many healthcare settings.

Anatomy/Physiology and Medical Terminology (Prerequisite)

This course prepares students to understand how the human body operates, and why knowledge of anatomy is integral to accurate medical coding and record-keeping. Students learn proper terminology for medical coding and reimbursement professions, and how to apply these terms to a career as a coder. This course is for individuals preparing for careers as non-clinical medical professionals.

Certified Professional Coder (CPC®) – 140 hours

Learn fundamental medical coding skills for professional services (physicians, mid-level providers, etc.) and prepares students to take the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). The course covers Current Procedural Technology (CPT), the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding Program (HCPCS), and the International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM), each of which Tare the most current applications for professional coding. Students gain broad knowledge in reviewing and assigning the correct procedure and diagnosis codes for professional (physician) services.

1 Certified Professional Coding Training (80 hours)

2 Medical Billing (40 hours)

3 Electronic Medical Records (20 hours)

Clinical Medical Assistants are an integral part of any medical office. This course prepares students to understand all aspects of medical office procedures, including drawing blood, administering EKGs, monitoring vital signs, prepping patients for exams, and assisting with triage. Anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and administrative duties, including billing and coding and electronic medical record-keeping will also be covered. Upon successful completion of the course, students take the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant exam from the National Healthcare Association.

Start date:  3/27/23    End date: 8/3/23

No class: 4/5, 4/6, 4/10, 4/12, 4/13, 5/29, 6/19

Time: 6:00 to 9:30 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

​50 Sessions | 175 Hours followed by a 160-hour clinical internship** at a local medical facility | Hybrid

Tuition: MA100: $3,465 (Includes textbook, BLS certification, CSI registration fee, and exam fee)

Dental Assistants perform a variety of duties as entry-level employees in one of the fastest-growing healthcare industries. This course offers comprehensive training on the roles and responsibilities of a Dental Assistant by preparing students to provide quality patient care, administer x-rays, keep accurate records, and schedule appointments. The class meets in a working dental office, and students develop hands-on, clinical experience, as well as the soft skills required for a future career as a Dental Assistant.

Start Date: 4/17/23   End Date: 8/2/23   

No Class: 

Time: 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Mon-Wed

30 Sessions | 120 Hours and a 40-hour clinical internship* at a local dental office during the semester, Hybrid

Students must register for a Basic Life Support (BLS) class and participate in a Resume Preparation class.

*Clinical hours are scheduled by the coordinator and may vary based on the clinical sites’ business hours, one to five days a week.

Students must register for a Basic Life Support (BLS) class and participate in a Resume Preparation class. 

Personal Trainers motivate, train, and help other people achieve their fitness goals, and are employed by wellness organizations like gyms and health clubs, or as a coach for private clients. This course partners with World Instructor Training (WITS), whose veteran teachers help students learn all the dos and don’ts in training clients. Students spend 15 lecture hours learning about key topics like biomechanics, exercise physiology, fitness testing, equipment usage, and health assessments. In addition, the course incorporates 15 hours of hands-on practical training in a fitness center setting, where students learn about proper exercise performance, fitness programs, client interaction, and presentation skills. Upon successful completion of the course, students take the Certified Personal Trainer exam.

Certified Pharmacy Technicians play an integral role in drugstores, supermarkets, hospitals, and mail-order facilities by helping licensed pharmacists prepare and dispense prescription medications and other health-related products. They also perform administrative duties and are often the first point of contact between patients and the pharmacy staff.

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the topics necessary for employment as a Pharmacy Technician in either a hospital or retail setting. The curriculum prepares students to work on a national level, while clearly defining the role as described by New York State law. Upon successful completion of the course, students take the ExCPT certification exam from the National Healthcareer Association.

Start date: 03/23/23     End date: 07/13/23

No class: 04/6, 04/13

Time: 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.   Thursday

15 Sessions | 45 Hours, Virtual.

Phlebotomy Technicians work in medical offices, hospitals, and laboratories to collect blood and other specimens from patients. The Certified Professional Phlebotomy Certificate is one credential necessary for becoming a Patient Care Technician*. This course prepares students to accurately and safely draw blood for tests, transfusions, and donations, label samples for testing and processing, and maintain medical equipment. The Phlebotomy/Laboratory Technician Certificate program is offered in partnership with Northwell Health. Upon successful completion of the course and required clinical hours, students are eligible to take the Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) certification exam from the American Society of Clinical Pathology. 

Tuition: AH200: $1,735 (Includes BLS certification; Textbook and exam fee are not included) 

Students must register for a Basic Life Support (BLS) class and participate in a Resume Preparation class.

Second Cohort:

Start date: 5/16/23  End date: 7/11/23

No class: 7/4

Time: 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.       Tuesday, Thursday

16 Sessions | 48 Hours followed by 120 hours of clinical experience at a Northwell Health facility.

Tuition: AH200: $1,735 (Includes BLS certification; Textbook and exam fee are not included) 

*Patient Care Technicians hold EKG, CNA, and Phlebotomy certifications.

**All students must submit a physical exam report prior to starting clinical hours. Clinical hours are scheduled by the coordinator and take place between the hours of 6 am and 4 pm, one to three days a week.

Hemodialysis technicians assist the medical staff in caring for patients with chronic kidney disease. Hemodialysis Technicians are medical specialists trained in the operation of a dialysis machine. Dialysis Technicians are responsible for assembling and maintaining dialysis machines, monitoring patients undergoing dialysis treatment and maintaining the highest safety and cleanliness standards when operating the machines. 

Upon completion of this course, students will receive a certificate of completion to seek employment. After working for six months as a dialysis technician, you will be eligible to sit for the national exam. Once working in the field, you have up to 18 months to take the national exam to remain employed.

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