Medical & Allied Health

Choose from Over 20 Careers and Opportunities in the Medical and Allied Health Field

THE SKILLS TO DO THE JOB

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program

The increase in longevity and changes in the health care system has created an increased need for educated and skilled Nursing Assistants. This program gives you an excellent opportunity to acquire the necessary occupational and English literacy skills required for CNA. Two hours of class time will be dedicated to improving study skills to ensure your overall success in the classroom and in the field. The CNA profession is ideal for people seeking flexible hours working in nursing homes, hospitals, doctors’ offices and health care facilities.

Program includes: Anatomy & Physiology, Fundamentals of Patient Care and clinical experience in a residential health care facility. CPR/AED certification is required and is also offered at Hostos See page 25 or 58 for information. Students will also earn up to 2 college credits that can be applied toward an Associate Degree in Business/Office Technology. See page 6 for details.

26 sessions 130 hrs. $1,218 (Hybrid)

Sat 6:00pm to 9:00pm 3/25-7/22/23

H2001-04-SP23 16 sessions 130 hrs. $1,218 (In-Person)

Prerequisites:

1. Students must have a High School Diploma, GED® or HSE Diploma.

2. Students must attend an orientation session where an entrance exam will be administered.

3. Pre-assessment test in Math and Reading required prior to registration.

4. CPR Certification included in tuition.

5. Complete medical clearance due two weeks before class ends.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Entrance Exam

In-person exams held every Wednesday 10am or 2pm. To schedule an appointment, contact Belkis Pena at bpena@hostos.cuny.edu

Making Credits Count! Earn 2 college credits toward an Associate Degree at Hostos CC. See page 6

Scholarships Available NYC Accelerated Workforce Recovery HUB facilitates industry-recognized credentials that count for school and/or work. See pages 14 & 15.

Phlebotomy Technician Certificate

This introductory course on the basic procedures used for obtaining blood from veins and capillaries is available to students who have a current NYS

Certified Nurse Aide certificate, RN or LPN license. Students will learn the skills and responsibilities of the professional phlebotomist. Topics include standard precautions, collecting blood specimens for diagnosis and treatment, performing capillary punctures and more. This course is a combination of theory and practical training that includes 2 hours of class time dedicated to improving study skills to ensure your overall success in the classroom and in the field.

Live venipunctures, conducted in class, will be a component of this course. Participating students and volunteer subjects must sign an “Acknowledgment of Risk” form. Upon successful completion, students will be eligible to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certification exam. NHA exam fee is included in tuition. Textbooks are not included in tuition

Mon & Wed 6:00pm to 9:00pm 3/20-5/24/23

H2004-01-SP23 20 sessions 80 hrs. $1,115 (Hybrid)

Sat 9:00am to 1:00pm 3/25-7/22/23

H2004-02-SP23 20 sessions 80 hrs. $1,115 (Hybrid)

Mon & Wed 9:00am to 1:00pm 4/17-6/12/23

H2004-03-SP23 20 sessions 80 hrs. $1,115 (Hybrid)

Prerequisites:

1. Students must have a High School Diploma, GED® or HSE Diploma.

2. Anatomy & Physiology or CNA

Electrocardiography Technician Certificate (ECG/EKG)

CPR/AED & BLS for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers*

CPR/AED Course will include the basic techniques of adult and pediatric CPR and use of an Automated External Defibrillator. Upon completion of this course, students receive an American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR/AED Course Completion Card that is valid for two years.

Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG) Technicians prepare patients for testing on ECG machines and Holter monitors. The technician takes patient history and administers the actual ECGs for physicians to interpret. Class hours will include 2 hours of class time dedicated to improving study skills to ensure your overall success in the classroom and in the field. Upon completion, the students will be eligible to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certification Exam. NHA exam fee is included in tuition. Textbooks are not included in tuition.

Employment Opportunities: Hospitals, nursing homes, cardiovascular clinics, medical offices, laboratories. Excellent for: CNA, Home Health Aides and Nurses.

Tue & Th 6:00pm to 9:00pm 3/14-4/6/23

H2005-01-SP23 8 sessions 24 hrs. $449 (Hybrid)

Tue & Th 10:00am to 1:00pm 4/11-5/4/23

H2005-02-SP23 8 sessions 24 hrs. $449 (Hybrid)

Prerequisites:

1. Students must have a High School Diploma, GED® or HSE Diploma.

2. Anatomy & Physiology or CNA

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ECG Telemetry Technician Certificate

This course is designed to enhance the curriculum of current ECG students or those already EKG certified and is available to all RN’s, LPN’s, LVN’s, Medical Assistants and Certified Nursing Assistants. Students will learn to interpret rhythms such as Atrial Fibrillation, Ventricular Tachycardia, Premature Ventricular and Atrial contractions, Type I, II and III heart blocks. As a member of the patient care team, the technician is responsible and accountable for proper notification of changes in cardiac rhythms and rates, which may necessitate treatment. Therefore, to ensure your success in the classroom and in the field, 2 hours of class time will be dedicated to improving study skills. State Exam fee and textbooks not included in tuition.

Fri 5:00pm to 9:00pm 2/3-4/28/23

H2014-01-SP23 8 sessions 40 hrs. $655 (Hybrid)

The Patient Care Technician is a multi-disciplinary technical worker trained to provide basic nursing assistant care as well as other skilled functions. The role of the Patient Care Technician includes duties traditionally performed by the staff from several different departments such as nursing, phlebotomy, EKG and respiratory. This program not only builds upon the basic nursing aid skills, but also includes 2 hours of class time dedicated to improving study skills to ensure your overall success in the classroom and in the field. This is the latest trend in health care reengineering. National Healthcareer Association (NHA) and State exam fees are included in tuition. Textbooks are not included in tuition.

Patient Care Technician Certificate class components include:

• Certified Nursing Assistant

• Electrocardiogram (EKG)

• Phlebotomy

• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

After completing the program, students can take the certification exam from the National Health Career Association (NHA) and become a Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT).

Mon - Th 9:00am to 2:00pm 3/20-6/12/23

H2015-01-SP23 48 sessions 240 hrs. $2,649 (Hybrid)

Mon - Th 5:00pm to 9:00pm 3/27-7/12/23

H2015-02-SP23 48 sessions 240 hrs. $2,649 (Hybrid)

Prerequisites:

1. Students must have a High School Diploma, GED® or HSE Diploma.

2. Pre-assessment test in Math and Reading required prior to registration.

See below for courses needed to become PCT.

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Home Health Aide Certificate Program (HHA)

There is an ongoing demand for qualified Home Health Aides/Personal Care Aides to work in clients’ private homes and in assisted living facilities. Candidates must read at 6th grade level as determined by an assessment test. HHA duties include assisting clients in personal care, escorting clients to medical appointments, shopping, paying bills, etc. Course hours include 85 classroom hours which includes 1 hour study skills, plus 5 hours of CPR training. Textbook is included in tuition.

Mon - Th 6:00pm to 9:00pm 3/13-5/2/23

H2008-01-SP23 30 sessions 90 hrs. $535 (In-Person)

Prerequisite: Complete medical clearance due by the second week of class.

Certified Home Health Aide Training and English as a Second Language (ESL) Program

This FREE program is designed to provide beginners and/or low intermediate English language learners with the knowledge, practical skills, certification and English language skills required to become Certified Home Health Aides (HHAs).

HHAs assist patients in the activities of daily living and provide basic routine care. These activities can include providing assistance with eating, bathing, brushing teeth, administering medications, changing dressings/ bandages, checking a patient’s temperature and pulse rate, as well as helping with artificial limbs or walking aids.

Home healthcare agencies employ most HHAs by assigning them to patients’ private homes. HHAs can also work in continuing care facilities, nursing homes and assisted living centers. Supportive services and direct job placement will be provided. Mon

H2011-01-SP23

HHA Spring 2023 Information Sessions

H2011-03-SP23

Mon - Sat 9:30am to 1:00pm TBA

H2011-04-SP23 30 sessions 171 hrs. FREE (In-Person)

Prerequisites:

1. Oral and written Proficiency Test required prior to registration

2. Complete medical clearance due by the second week of class

2. Have a basic level of English

Seats are limited. Call 914-623-8164 or 347-470-2474 to schedule your Proficiency Test.

Please join us for an in-person Information Session:

Fri., Feb. 10 or 24, 2023 Time: 1pm

Fri., March 10 or 24, 2023 Time: 10am or 1pm

Fri., April 7 or 24, 2023 Time: 10am or 1pm

Thur., April 6 or 11, 2023 Time: 10am or 1pm

Fri., May 5 or 19, 2023 Time: 10am or 1pm

Location:

Division of Continuing Education & Workforce Development

560 Exterior Street, Bronx NY 10451

Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA)

The Clinical Medical Assistant program combines 136 hours of classroom training along with 120 hours externship to prepare students for employment as professional Clinical Medical Assistants dedicated to patient care management. Graduates of the program will be equipped to assist physicians with examinations, treatments, take medical histories, vital signs, phlebotomies, ekg’s and other clinical procedures. In addition, two hours of class time will be dedicated to improving math skills relevant to the program. Students will also learn the basic medical laws and ethics as they relate to OSHA and the HIPAA standards that ensure in the work place and patient privacy. The goal is to develop competent entry level medical assistants in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills) and affective (behavior) learning domains.

Graduates will receive a certificate from Hostos after completing 120 externship hours. Students will also earn up to 2 college credits that can be applied toward an Associate Degree in Business/Office Technology. See page 6 for details.

Students will take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) exam on the last day of class (3 hour exam). Textbook, supplies, CPR and CMA exam fee included in tuition. Uniform is not included in the tuition.

Tue & Th 5:30pm to 9:30pm 2/21-4/18/23

H2100-01-SP23 17 sessions 133 hrs. $3,550 (Hybrid)

Mon & Wed 5:30pm to 9:30pm 2/27-6/26/23

H2100-02-SP23 34 sessions 133 hrs. $3,550 (Hybrid)

*Instruction: 133 hrs. Clinical Externship: 120 hrs.

Prerequisites:

1. Students must have a High School Diploma, GED® or HSE Diploma.

2. Pre-assessment test in Math and Reading required prior to registration.

Making Credits Count! Earn 2 college credits toward an Associate Degree at Hostos CC. See page 6.

Spanish for Healthcare Workers

You can demonstrate to your current or future employer that you have taken a college-level course that helps you communicate with patients using healthcare terminology in Spanish.

This course provides an introduction to Spanish with a focus on vocabulary and conversational skills relevant to health care settings. The course covers basic Spanish language instruction, healthcare terminology, and practice speaking Spanish via simulated real-life scenarios in the college’s language lab. The course includes two days a week of instruction and one day of language lab. The course is taught by a professor in the Hostos modern language program and is a college-level course equivalent to 3 credit hours.

Students who complete this course are eligible for 3 college credits for SPA 110: Spanish for Healthcare Workers when they enroll in a college degree program at Hostos Community College.

Mon & Wed 12:30pm to 1:45pm Dates TBA Thursday 12:30pm to 1:15pm (language lab)

Hxxxx-0x-SP23 xx sessions 35 hrs. FREE* (In-Person)

*The cost of this course is covered by a grant from the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation

Making Credits Count! Earn 3 college credits for SPA 110: Spanish for Healthcare Workers at Hostos CC. See page 6.

Interested students should contact Sam Byrd at 718-664-2735 or sbyrd@hostos.cuny.edu

Dental Assistant Certificate Program

Dental assistants perform a variety of tasks including patient care, taking and processing x-rays and scheduling appointments. This course will familiarize students with the pre-clinical area, the history of dentistry and the many functions of the dental office.

Students will learn about the oral cavity and related structures, how to prepare patients for various types of dental treatments, clean and sterilize dental instruments and assist the dentist and/or dental hygienist by performing tasks such as using suction devices, properly noting dental charts and dealing with emergency situations. This program is ideal for students seeking entry-level employment as Dental Assistants while pursuing a career as a Dental Hygienist.

Included in the course is 1 hour remedial English. Tuition includes textbooks, lab materials and CPR.

Mon & Wed 6:00pm to 9:00pm 1/23-5/1/23

H0720-02-SP23 27 sessions 80 hrs. $1,520 (Hybrid)

*Instruction: 80 hrs.

Dental Front Office Administration with Billing & Coding Certificate Program

This course prepares students for an administrative position in the dental front office. Learn basic administrative functions from composing and typing letters to managing office projects. Students will be introduced to dental terminology and the anatomy of the oral cavity in order to properly document dental charts and gain an understanding of dental services provided, as they relate to billing and coding to insurance companies.

Learn to maintain accounts receivable, accounts payable and financial records for the dental practice. Gain job search strategies while building your skills for employment. Included in the course is 1 hour remedial math. Tuition includes textbook.

Sat 10:00am to 3:00pm Dates TBA

H0721-01-SP23 12 sessions 60 hrs. $1,140 (Virtual)

The Department of Dental Hygiene at Hostos offers the Local Anesthesia/Nitrous Oxide Analgesia Certificate Program in compliance with New York State law, in order to facilitate the NYS licensed dental hygienist’s application for a Restricted Certificate in Local Infiltration Anesthesia/Nitrous Oxide Analgesia. Registered Dental Hygienists are now permitted, under the direct supervision of a dentist, to administer intra oral and infiltration anesthesia or nitrous oxide analgesia to patients 18 years of age or older.

This 45 hour fully approved course satisfies the didactic and clinical requirements for certification. The course will also include 2 classroom hours dedicated to improving English and vocabulary skills to ensure success in the field. Upon successful completion of the course, the dental hygienist will be able to apply for certification through the NYS Education Department. Clinical skills practice will require students to participate as a patient and operator. Individuals who are pregnant or have uncontrollable high blood pressure are precluded from participating in this course. All students are required to take and record blood pressure and follow infection control standards. Full attendance will be required for both didactic and clinical classes. The state exam fee is not included in the tuition. day time to time 1/28/23-2/5/23

H2031-01-SP23 4 sessions 45 hrs. $1,299 (In-Person)

Prerequisites:

1. Proof of current CPR/AED Certification for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers

2. Proof of New York Dental Hygiene Licensure

3. Proof of current professional liability insurance ($1,000,000/$3,000,000)

*The required 45 hours are divided into 2 sections: 30 hours of online self-paced coursework must be completed prior to enrolling in the 15 hour in-classroom weekend clinical instruction at the Hostos Community College Dental Hygiene Clinic. All course materials are included in the tuition.

To register, email bpena@hostos.cuny.edu.

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certificate Program

EMT Refresher

EMT Refresher students will be provided an assessment on the first day of class to determine the number of class days required for attendance in order to be well-prepared for the NYS Emergency Medical Services written examination.

TBA 6:00pm to 10:00pm

H2072-01-SP23 46 sessions 161 hrs. $395 (Hybrid)

*At the end of the course students schedule their exam through the state testing vendor’s online calendar.

The EMT-Basic program will provide you with the necessary skills to administer emergency pre-hospital care in common situations such as heart attacks, strokes and automobile accidents. Emphasis is placed on recognizing the symptoms of illness and injury and the application of proper procedures for emergency care.

The curriculum follows the guidelines established by the New York State Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Service, and includes Basic Life Saving (BLS) trauma care, medical/environmental operations and 7 practical exercises: patient assessment, airway management and oxygen administration, bleeding control and fracture management, traction splinting, spinal immobilization, shock management and defibrillation.

The course is further enhanced by dedicating 2 hours of class tie to improving study skills to ensure your overall success in the classroom and in the field. Students will take the NYS Emergency Medical Services written examination on the last day of class. State exam*, textbooks and EMT Equipment Package are included in tuition.

TBA 6:00pm to 9:00pm

H2071-01-SP23 46 sessions 161 hrs. $1,360 (Hybrid)

Prerequisite:

Students must have a High School Diploma, GED® or HSE Diploma.

*At the end of the course students schedule their exam through the state testing vendor’s online calendar.

Making Credits Count!

Earn college credits toward an Associate Degree at CEWD. See page 6.

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Register for courses online by creating a Campus CE account. See pages 72 & 73.

Scholarships Available NYC Accelerated Workforce Recovery HUB facilitates industryrecognized credentials that count for school and/or work. See pages 14 & 15.

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Due to the uncertainty of COVID-19, classes may be cancelled, rescheduled, or online. See pages 68 & 69 for tuition policies.

Medical Administrative Assistant (MAA) Certificate Program

This program is designed to provide students the knowledge and skills required to perform the administrative functions of an entry level medical assistant in a variety of healthcare settings such as, medical offices, clinics and ambulatory care facilities. Students will learn how to manage patient scheduling, maintain patient records, perform billing and coding duties, assist physicians with examinations and prepare patients for laboratory and diagnostic imaging procedures.

Topics will also include basic medical terminology, comprehension of filing systems, financial procedures, compliance (HIPPA and OSHA guidelines), general office policies and procedures and twenty (20) instructional hours on the essentials of basic, technical and business writing skills required in the workplace.

The course is further enhanced by dedicating 2 hours of class time to improving study skills to ensure your overall success in the classroom and in the field. Upon successful completion of the program, students are eligible to take the Certified Medical Administrative

Tue - Th 6:00pm to 9:00pm 2/28-4/25/23 (Virtual)

H2102-01-SP23 25 sessions 100 hrs. $1,499

Prerequisites:

1. Students must have a High School Diploma, GED® or HSE Diploma.

2. Pre-assessment test in Math and Reading required prior to registration.

Scholarships Available

NYC Accelerated Workforce Recovery HUB facilitates industry-recognized credentials that count for school and/or work. See pages 14 & 15.

Certified Billing and Coding Specialist

Courses included in the Certified Billing and Coding Specialist Program:

Course 1: Microsoft Office

Course 2: Medical Terminology

Course 3: ICD-10-CM/PCS Coding

Course 4: CPT-4 Coding / Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)

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Course 5: Electronic Health Records

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The healthcare industry has an increased need for medical billers and coders. This series of courses teaches the skills required for employment in the health care business, including nursing homes, physician’s offices, community health groups, insurance companies and billing companies.

Mon - Thu 6:00pm to 9:00pm 2/27-7/19/23

H2076-01-SP23 70 sessions 210 hrs. $3,000 (Virtual)

Requirements:

1. Students must have a High School Diploma, GED® or HSE Diploma.

2. Maintain a 70% or “C’ grade average in each course or repeat the course at student’s expense

3. Maintain a 90% attendance rating

Course 6: Medical Billing for Private Practice to

Course 7: Prep Course to

Students are admitted into the program in the Fall & Spring semesters only. NHA exam fee and study guide are included in the tuition. Deposit of $1,525 required at the time of registration. Balance of $1,475 to be paid in 3 equal installments of $492.bPayments due before the program ends.

Scholarships Available NYC Accelerated Workforce Recovery HUB facilitates industry-recognized credentials that count for school and/or work. See pages 14 & 15.

Credentialed Alcohol & Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) Program

All Courses Below are In-Person

Elements and Techniques of Counseling (Group) Part B

Tue & Th 6:00pm to 9:30pm 10/31-12/5/23

H2053-01-FA23 10 sessions 35 hrs. $450

Review and Preparation for the Exam

Fri 6:00pm to 9:30pm 2/10-4/14/23

H2065-01-SP23 10 sessions 35 hrs. $450

Medical, Biological, Physiological & Pharmacological Aspects of Substance Abuse and Alcoholism

Mon & Wed 6:00pm to 9:30pm 1/23-3/1/23

H2054-01-SP23 10 sessions 35 hrs. $450

Elements and Techniques of Counseling (Family) Part C

Tue & Th 6:00pm to 9:30pm 2/21-3/23/23

H2057-01-SP23 10 sessions 35 hrs. $450

Hostos Community College Division of Continuing Education & Workforce

Development is an OASAS Certified Education and Training Provider. This program provides a series of courses that meets the full 385 hour requirement defined in Part 853 (Credentialing of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselors) Regulations. The course will also include 2 classroom hours dedicated to improving English and vocabulary skills to ensure success in the field.

All course work/training offered in the CASAC Certificate Program has been approved by OASAS to satisfy the minimum 350 hour requirement for CASAC initial credentialing and/or renewal. Internship opportunities are available for students that complete 210 CASAC educational hours.

Vermelle Van Duyne, Coordinator, vvanduyne@hostos.cuny.edu

Credentialed Alcohol & Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) Program

Option 1:

1/31-11/30/23 (In-Person)

120 sessions 420 hrs. $5,400

Option 2:

1/31-12/30/23 (In-Person)

143 sessions 566 hrs. $7,498

HIV Counselor Certificate Program (40 hrs.)+ Recovery Coaching Program (30 hrs.)+ Ethics Consideration for CRPA Prep (28 hrs.)+ Case Mgmt. Certificate Program (48 hrs.)

Each of the courses offered in Option 2 are also available individually. They are listed to the right.

Prerequisite: Students must have a High School Diploma, GED® or HSE Diploma.

For information, call 914-623-8164 or email maramirez@hostos.cuny.edu

Special Populations and Relapse Prevention

Tue & Th 6:00pm to 9:30pm

Ethics and Professionalism in the Therapeutic Relationship

MICA Patient

Drugs Other Than Alcohol

(Individual) Part A Tue & Th

Alcoholism: A Primary Disease

HIV Counselor Certificate Program

The role of the HIV Counselor is to enhance the well-being of people impacted by HIV. Students will obtain skills to identify high risk populations and manage barriers by effectively linking clients to appropriate resources.

The HIV Counselor course requires 40 didactic classroom education hours, plus 80 hours of clinical experience. The course is further enhanced by dedicating 4 hours of class time to improving study skills to ensure your overall success in the classroom and in the field. Students who successfully complete the HIV Counselor course will be awarded a certificate. Students will also earn up to 2 college credits that can be applied toward an Associate Degree in Business/Office Technology. See page 6 for details.

Vermelle Van Duyne, Coordinator, vvanduyne@hostos.cuny.edu

Sat 10:00am to 4:45pm 1/21-3/11/23

H2066-01-SP23

6 sessions 40 hrs. $599 (In-Person)

Prerequisite: Students must have a High School Diploma, GED® or HSE Diploma.

Making Credits Count! Earn 2 college credits toward an Associate Degree at Hostos CC. See page 6.

Case Management Certificate

Gain entry into the Human Services field with a rewarding and socially constructive career in Case Management. A Case Manager’s primary role is to serve as a link between agencies focused on promoting social wellness and helping individuals achieve selfsufficiency. Become an advocate for your clients by helping them identify and overcome barriers, recognize unmet needs and match those needs with relevant services.

The 48-hour Case Management course also includes six (6) instructional hours on the essentials of basic, technical and business writing skills required in the workplace.

Fri 6:00pm to 9:30pm 4/21-6/9/23

H4134-01-SP23 15 sessions 48 hrs. $650 (Virtual)

Case Management Modules

Module 1 Effective Case Management Human Services Organizations

Recovery Coaches support positive change by helping individuals re-entering society from treatment or the criminal justice system. Our goal is to assist in the avoidance of relapse, the building of community support for recovery and cultivating life goals such as relationships, work and education. Focusing on building the client’s strengths, coaches do not address past traumas, but rather provide expertise on future achievement. Similar to Life and Business Coaching, Recovery Coaching (also known as peer mentoring), provides assistance to clients in accessing clinical services. Recovery Coaching is non-clinical and does not involved the diagnosis or treatment of addiction or any mental health issues, as is the case for licensed addiction counselors. Textbook is included in tuition.

Sat 10:00am to 5:00pm 3/18-4/22/23

H2068-01-SP23 5 sessions 30 hrs. $399 (In-Person)

Ethics Consideration for CRPA Preparation

Ethics Consideration for Recovery Coaches is a three-day training designed to help Recovery Coaches develop guidelines for making ethical decisions. Topics discussed include defining the coaching service role and functions, coaching standards, issues of vulnerability, ethical decision making, performance enhancement and legal issues. This course prepares Recovery Coaches to maintain integrity and professionalism when serving others.

Sat 10:00am to 5:00pm 4/29-5/20/23

H2074-01-SP23 4 sessions 28 hrs. $450 (In-Person)

Module 2 Designing a Client-Focused & Outcomes-Based Case Management Service Model

Module 3 The Financial Impact of Effective Case Management

Pharmacy Technician Certification Program

basic concepts of pharmacy calculations. The course is further enhanced by dedicating 2 hours of class time to improving study skills to ensure your overall success in the classroom and in the field. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be prepared to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination (PTCE), a nationally recognized certification administered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).

Textbooks and national exam fee are not included in tuition. All students must purchase a lab coat prior to class start date (estimated cost of $15). Students with criminal convictions or drug use do not qualify for program.

Mon, Wed, Fri 6:00pm to 9:00pm 3/6-6/7/23

H2012-01-SP23 40 sessions 120 hrs. $1,499 (Hybrid)

This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of the profession, principles of patient care, pharmacy law, pharmacology, human anatomy, pharmaceutical mathematics, medical terminology and pathophysiology. Students will learn about the top medications dispensed in the United States and will be introduced to the

Prerequisites:

1. Students must have a High School Diploma, GED® or HSE Diploma.

2. Proof of a full medical examination performed within the last 12 months must be provided prior to the start of class.

3. Students must pass a Pre-Assessment Math Exam prior to registration. To schedule your exam, email Maggie Ramirez at maramirez@hostos.cuny.edu

4. Students must maintain an 80% attendance rating.

The program curriculum is designed to prepare individuals for the field of Sterile Processing and Central Service Supply. Students will develop skills necessary to properly disinfect, prepare, process, store, and issue both sterile and nonsterile supplies and equipment for patient care. Students will also learn to operate sterilizing units and monitor effectiveness of the sterilization process. The program is comprised of three Modules.

Module One - Introduce the primary responsibility of a Central Sterile Processing Technician. Emphasis is placed on preparation, storage and distribution of instruments, supplies and equipment, quality assurance and inventory management. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in sterile processing techniques.

Module Two - Emphasis is placed on basic human anatomy, infection control, aseptic technique, sterile processing, decontamination and disinfection. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in sterile processing techniques.

Module Three - Provide job seeking skills and an overview of theoretical knowledge in preparation for CRCST certification. Topics include test taking strategies, resume preparation and interviewing techniques. Upon completion, students will be able to complete a resume, demonstrate appropriate interview techniques and identify personal strengths and weaknesses in preparation for employment. Students will also demonstrate knowledge of industry standards and practices needed to pass the CRCST exam.

The three Modules must be successfully completed prior to the mandatory clinical 400-hour Externship in order to earn certification, as required by the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM). This course is further enhanced by dedicating 5 hours of class time to improving study skills to ensure overall success in the classroom and in the field. Certification exam fee, books, uniform and supplies included in tuition.

TBA 6:00pm to 10:00pm

H2021-01-SP23 59 sessions 233 hrs. $2,399 (Hybrid)

Prerequisites:

1. Students must have a High School Diploma, GED® or HSE Diploma.

2. Students must supply a personal background check to determine program eligibility.

3. Pre-assessment test in Math & Reading required prior to registration.

4. Complete medical clearance with immunization history due by second week of class.