LONGLIVE Life Style1 Longlive Diet Longlive Exercise Longlive Behavior Antiaging Herbal Longlive Social Life Style

Style 3 NOs Smoking/Alcohol/Drug Transformation by Karma/Bible lessons

A Social Healthcare Model: Target Population: Seniors at assisted/independent living Criteria: Modified Behavior Therapy+Diet+Social Peace Intervention Period: 4 months 12 months

Risk analysis and Recovery Markers: Anthropomtery: Wt, Height,FFT Heart monitoring: BP,Ergometry,Trade Mill,Holter Nutrition Assessment: BP,BMI,Social lifestyle questions Clinical tests: Lipids,Lipoproteins,NMR Psychoanalysis: CBT, Attitude Questionare

Goal: % Health Risk is reduced in 1 year Rehabilitation Advice: Counseling, Assisted living, Benefits IASI-Amity Global USA Social Healthcare Program

A New Direction in INNOVATIONS AND SOLUTIONS to Everyone for

Social Health and Economic Manpower Activities

IASI School of Allied Health

Email: [email protected]; [email protected] Contact: 3150, Phillips Highway, Jacksonville, Florida USA B-51 Avantika, MDA Colony, Moradabad, UP India

Innovations And Solutions Inc. USA School of Allied Health Sciences

C OURSE C ATALOG
2011-2012

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Statement of Purpose IASI School of Health Sciences (IASI-SHS) is an independent, privately endowed institution of postsecondary education that provides comprehensive professional development programs for men and women. IASI-SHS offers the diverse educational opportunities that derive from programs in the health sciences. IASI-SSHS also provides a variety of continuing education programs. The educational objectives of IASI-SSHS are: to cultivate in students the interest, capacity, and skills necessary for independent intellectual inquiry and life-long learning; to assist students in selecting and preparing for careers; to foster in students personal habits that contribute to their success.

IASI-SHS is a Florida subchapter S corporation of Professional Safety Educators, Inc. privately owned by Rakesh Sharma,Ph.D.

Email: [email protected]

Licensed by the Commission for Independent Education, Florida Department of Education Additional information regarding this institution may be obtained by contacting the Commission at 325 W. Gaines St, Suite 1414, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0400, toll-free telephone number (888)224-6684.

T ABLE OF C ONTENTS
General Information 1. Academic Calendar 2. Faculty Listing 3. Registration Hours Admission Requirements Enrollment Information 1. Selecting a Program of Study 2. Registration Process 3. Tuition and Fees 4. Late Registration 5. Policies Regarding Fee Refunds Student Services 1. Counseling Services 2. Media Services 3. Placement and Follow-up Services Notices 1. Course Cancellation 2. Course Numbering System 3. Units of Credit 4. Grading Policy 5. Facility Description 6. Students Rights and Responsibilities 7. Attendance Policies 8. Standards of Progress 9. Probation 10. Student Conduct Guidelines & Procedures 11. Transferability of Credits 12. Non-Discrimination Statement 13. Student Grievance Procedure Online Course Guidelines 1. Browser Information & Hardware/Software Requirements 2. Grading Criteria 3. Assignments 4. Discussion Board Criteria 5. Make-up and Late Work 6. Class Preparation and Participation Course Listings 1. Billing & Coding 2. Nursing Assistant 3. EKG Technician 4. Phlebotomy Technician 5. Certified CAM (Complementary and Alternative Medicine)

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P AGE 4 2012
Aug. 23 Aug. 28 Aug. 30 Sept. 6 Oct. Nov. 11 Nov. 24-26 Dec. 20-31 Fall Registration Deadline Fall Term Orientation Fall Term Begins Labor Day (Students Out) No holidays noted Veterans Day (Students Out) Thanksgiving (Students Out) Winter Holiday (Students Out)

ACADEMIC CALENDAR

2013
Jan. 3 Jan. 4 Jan. 8 Jan. 10 Jan. 17 Feb. Mar. 21-25 May 9 May 14 May 16 May 30 June July 4 Winter Holiday (Students Out) Spring Registration Deadline Spring Term Orientation Spring Term Begins Martin Luther King (Students Out) No holidays noted Spring Break (Students Out) Summer Registration Deadline Summer Term Orientation Summer Term Begins Memorial Day (Students Out) No holidays noted Fourth of July (Students Out)

Faculty & Staff Listing

Ching Jen Chen, Ph.D Florida State University,Tallahassee Founder
Rakesh Sharma,Ph.D
Chief Executive Officer

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Director of Medical Education Coordinator of Student Services

Kalpana Mishra,MBA,RM

Vishnu Veermah,RN
Registrar FACULTY

Robert J Moffatt,Ph.D, MPH Exercise, Food and Nutrition Department, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL 32304 Vishnu Veermah, RN New Horizon Health Care,Inc. 3114 Phillips Highway, Jacksonville, FL Linda Tiefl, B.S.N Southestern School of Allied Health. Tallahassee, FL

Neelam N Keval, B.A.,CCS Nisha N Keval, B.A. University of North Florida

EMT/Paramedic,

Kailash Giri Goswami, MD

Medical Assisting, Daniel Brown, B.S. Human Sciences, University of North Florida

Administration

Shashi Sharma, M.Sc. M.Ed

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Admission & enrollment

For the week proceeding each term and the first week of classes, Registration and Student Services will be open from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Summer and holiday hours may vary and will be posted accordingly.

Admission Requirements

High school diploma or its equivalent 18 years of age or older

Enrollment Information Selecting a Program of Study

Student Services helps individuals choose or confirm realistic career goals. Students may see a Student Services staff member on a walk-in basis. Students are provided with information about programs that SSHS offers. Information is also provided concerning local job markets, pay scales and limitations (if any) imposed by working conditions.

Registration Process

After consulting with Student Services and receiving a completed Registration Form, enrollment is accomplished by turning in the form to the Registration desk. It is at this time that fees and tuition are paid. IASI accepts payment in cash, check, Discover, VISA, or MasterCard. Student schedule changes are permitted within the first five days of the term only.

Tuition and Fees

A tuition fee is assessed for all students. Additional costs include purchase of all required texts, uniforms, shoes, and license or certification fees, where appropriate, and certain personal materials, tools, and equipment as determined by the area of training.

Late Registration

Late registration is held the first week of each term. A late fee of $50.00 is assessed to students registering during the first week of the term.

Policies Regarding Fee Refunds

Should a students enrollment be terminated or cancelled for any reason, all refunds will be made according to the following refund schedule: 1. Cancellation can be made in person, by electronic mail, by Certified mail or by termination. 2. All monies will be refunded if the school does not accept the applicant or if the student cancels within three (3) business days after signing the enrollment agreement and making initial payment. 3. Cancellation after the third (3rd) business day, but before the first class, will result in a refund of all monies paid, with the exception of the registration fee. 4. Cancellation after attendance has begun, but prior to 40% completion of the program, will result in a pro rata refund computed on the number of hours completed to the total program hours. 5. Cancellation after completing 40% of the program will result in no refund. 6. Termination Date: When calculating the refund due to a student, the last date of actual attendance by the student is used in the calculation unless earlier written notice was received. 7. Refunds will be made within 30 days of termination of the students enrollment or receipt of a Cancellation Notice from the student.

Student services
Counseling Services

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The Student Services Department provides counseling services for prospective and currently enrolled students. Individual counseling sessions are available. Student Services assists students in exploring career options in order to make appropriate workforce training choices. The primary focus of counseling is to help individuals become more aware of their interests, abilities, personal and social behaviors, values, and work preferences as they relate to career choices. After the student makes a program selection, the Student Services staff reviews the policies and procedures with the student during an orientation session.

Media Services

Media Services provides resources and services that support, facilitate, and enhance the information needs of the students and faculty of IASI-SHS, providing an atmosphere that fosters and promotes information competency and intellectual independence. Materials housed in this area include technical materials, personal enrichment, access to the Internet for educational purposes, and other resources.

Placement and Follow-up Services

Student Services provides placement services to all students to secure employment. Student Services assists IASI-SHS students completing a program of study to find meaningful work. Students seeking part time employment while enrolled at SSHS can also be referred for assistance in getting a job. IASI-SSHS does not guarantee job placement. Follow-up on students is conducted after a student leaves or completes a program. This process is mandated by state and federal regulations and is used to evaluate and upgrade instructional programs. This helps to ensure that training provided serves the needs of area employers and students.

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notices

In the event the institution has to cancel a course or program, the student will either have the option to take the course or program at a future date or is issued a full refund for the course tuition.

Course Numbering System Units of Credit

Course numbers are assigned a prefix representing the program and are numbered sequentially. One clock hour constitutes 50 minutes of directed, supervised instruction and appropriate breaks.

Grading Policy

Letter grades, based on the high school grading system, will be awarded to all students at the end of each grading period. A 90 -100 B 80 - 89 C 70 - 79 D 60 - 69 F 59 and below Students are awarded a diploma after completing the required number of hours with the minimum letter grade of C and have paid all fees.

Facility Description
IASI-School of Health Sciences (IASI-SHS) has a twenty-room, 36,760 square foot facility, consisting of administrative offices and 3 large classrooms with a clinical lab and computer lab which includes internet access. In addition, IASI-SSHS has 4 smaller clinical classrooms designed for collaborative sessions and a student lounge.

notices
Students Rights and Responsibilities

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Confidentiality of Student Records Student records are confidential. They shall be accessible to the professional staff, eligible students 18 years of age or older, and such other individuals and agencies as set forth by law, or as authorized in writing by parents, guardians, or the adult students themselves. Change of Name or Address Students are required to promptly notify the Registration Office, as well as the instructor, of any change in name, address, or phone number. A name change requires legal documentation. Student Dress Programs at this School are designed to help students acquire employability skills. The personal grooming and general appearance of students who will be job applicants play a significant part in determining whether that applicant will be offered a job. Certain programs may require specific uniforms as part of the training standards. All students shall comply with dress and grooming codes of the programs in which they are enrolled.

Attendance Policies
Non-exempt Absences - Students have a maximum of seven (7) non-exempt absences in each course. After five (5) absences the instructor will: 1. Review the attendance policy and requirements with the student. 2. Complete an Attendance Contract placing the student on probation - to include the statement that any further absences during the remainder of the term period that exceed the mandatory absence limits will result in withdrawal. 3. Have the contract signed by all parties, if possible. If the student is unavailable to sign the document due to non-attendance, a copy shall be mailed to the student with the notation that the student was unavailable for signature. Students are responsible for notifying the Registration Office of any address change. 4. The student can request or the instructor may require additional counseling from Student Services. Exempt Absences - Students have a maximum of seven (7) exempt absences in each course. 1. Student absences are exempt for the following reasons: A. Personal or immediate family illness supported by written documentation from the student or a doctor's excuse or receipt showing the time and date of a visit to a doctor's office. B. Death in the family, jury duty, or active reserve military duty, supported by documentation C. Program related job interviews with prior approval of instructor and documentation. D. Religious holidays as designated by IASI-SSHS Calendar. E. Administrative prior approval requests by students. 2. Students with satisfactory progress who are withdrawn for any attendance infraction may reapply for the next term. Students attending programs with a waiting list will be placed on the list in sequence. 3. Students are expected to report to class on time and remain for the entire class period.

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notices

Students must maintain minimum standards of progress for the program in which they are enrolled. If standards are not met, the student will be placed on probation. These standards include: Regular attendance. All instructors at IASI-SHS maintain daily records. Students must meet minimal attendance requirement as specified in the course catalog or for the specific program at all times. A minimum GPA of 2.0 or Instructors maintain GPA records on all students. Failure to maintain C. minimum GPA of 2.0 or higher may be cause for dismissal. A student who withdraws from the program receives a rating based on his or her progress through the withdrawal date. If a student receives an (incomplete), the student is not making satisfactory progress. I Satisfactory completion of at least 70 percent of the competencies/assignments for the evaluation period. If a students work is satisfactory, but he/she is behind schedule in completing program competencies/assignments, he/she cannot be reported as meeting minimum standards of progress. Exhibiting conduct that contributes to a cooperative spirit, safety consciousness, and is consistent with policies and rules of IASI-SSHS

Probation
The purpose of probation is to clearly define expectations for students having difficulty in order to provide opportunities for improvement and success. Probationary Period of Enrollment: The initial 25% of the program is considered as a probationary period for all students. At the conclusion of the probationary period, one of the following determinations will be made: 1. The student has demonstrated the ability to successfully complete the program and acquire employability skills and will be allowed and encouraged to complete the chosen program. No action is necessary. 2. The student has not demonstrated the ability to successfully complete the program and acquire employability skills and will be recommended for counseling sessions to determine if transfer to a more appropriate program or other services are warranted. 3. Academic/Progress Probation: A student must progress at a rate that will enable him/her to complete the program within the specified length. Each instructor will provide a projected timeline of competency expectations to the students upon enrolling. Students not making satisfactory progress based on the timeline shall be placed on probation for 6 weeks. The following steps are mandatory: A. Counseling between instructor and student to determine the reason for the grade deficiency. B. Discussion and written documentation of strategies developed to assist the student. This must be written and signed by the student and the instructor. A students refusal to sign does not negate the requirements of the document. 4. If, after the designated time period, the deficiency has not been corrected, the student may be withdrawn by the supervising administrator upon recommendation of the instructor. The student shall be referred to counseling to explore other career possibilities. 5. All of the above shall be in writing and signed by the student and the instructor. Counselors will be involved whenever possible in the process 6. Administrative Probation: May be used by administrators to handle on-campus situations, usually to manage inappropriate adult student behavior.

notices
Student Conduct Guidelines & Procedures

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IASI-SHS strives to provide effective learning environment that allows for students to experience behavioral success and to develop a desire for and experience academic success. The classroom instructor will review with students the SSHS Discipline Plan and Student Grievance Procedure. The components of this plan are in compliance with current statute and policy. Probation 1. A student shall be placed on disciplinary probation by the instructor when the student's attitude and/or behavior are not conducive to career training, but not serious enough for immediate or emergency dismissal from school by the site administrator. A student may also be placed on disciplinary probation by a school administrator for disciplinary reasons. Concurrently, the student shall be referred to a counselor. 2. The student, the instructor or administrator, and/or the counselor, will develop a plan to outline the behavior necessary to improve within a designated time. 3. All of the above will be in writing and signed by the student, the instructor or administrator, and the counselor. 4. Steps 1-3 shall be done by the student and instructor or administrator without a counselor if a student refuses to see a counselor or a counselor is not available.

Student Withdrawal: After being placed on probation for academic, attendance notification or for discipline reasons, a student shall be withdrawn for documented lack of improvement or documented repeated offenses that led to the original probation or attendance notification. 1. Such withdrawal period shall be no less than a term and no longer than the next scheduled beginning of a class for which the withdrawn student meets the entry criteria 2. Such withdrawal may be appealed through the student grievance procedure as stated in Student Grievance Procedures Automatic Withdrawal: Automatic Withdrawal Infractions are listed in the SSHS Discipline Plan and Student Grievance Procedure. Students should pay close attention to this list of infractions. A withdrawal as a result of one or more of these infractions eliminates a student from the Student Grievance Procedure and calls for at least a six-month period of withdrawal before reenrollment. A reenrollment request must be initiated by the students with written notification to the designee no less than one week prior to re-registering. Temporary Withdrawal: Up to five days temporary withdrawal may be used in extenuating circumstances when a determination is made that continuation of a student in a class may have a negative or disruptive impact on the instructional process or place students or staff in a compromising situation. In such cases the absence shall be exempt from the attendance rule.

Transferability of Credits

Transferability of credits is at the discretion of the accepting institution, and it is the students responsibility to confirm whether or not credits will be accepted by another institution of the student's choice.

NonDiscrimination Statement
No person shall on the basis of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, religion, national origin, age, or disability be denied employment, receipt of services, access to or participation in school activities or programs if qualified to receive such services, or otherwise be discriminated against or placed in a hostile environment in any educational program or activity including those receiving Federal financial assistance, except as provided by law.

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notices

The following student grievance procedure is for the resolution of student complaints concerning school policies or possible violation of legislation against discrimination. The procedure is provided in an effort to comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1976, and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990 applies to all educational programs offered by IASI-SHS.

Adult Student Grievance Procedures are intended to provide students due process when a student feels that their rights have been violated and that they have been treated unfairly with regard to school policy. In the event that an adult student believes there is a basis for a grievance that is specifically not permitted by this document, the grievant must first (step 1) discuss the alleged grievance with the individual with whom there is a complaint and seek an informal resolution to the problem. If the dispute is not resolved by informal discussion, the student may submit a written signed grievance to the Administrator not later than the close of the fifth (5) school day following the alleged incident prompting the grievance. If this time frame is not met, the issue shall not be grievable. The Administrator shall respond in writing within three working days after receiving the grievance. If the grievant is not satisfied with the disposition of the grievance the Administrator or a designee shall preside as chairperson of a panel. The review panel shall review the written grievance and hear evidence from both sides on the written grievance. No other issues shall be considered or discussed. The committee shall respond in writing to the Administrator within 5 days of receiving the request to hear the grievance. The Administrator will respond in writing to the grievant within three working days as to the disposition of the grievance after receiving the written recommendation of the grievance/ appeals committee. Students may refer their grievance if unsolved to the following address: Commission for Independent Education 325 W. Gaines St, Suite 1414 Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0400, toll-free telephone number (888)224-6684

Definitions

Grievance: A dispute or alleged dispute initiated by a student of IASI-SHS arising out of the interpretation of the application or alleged discrimination in school programs on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age or disability. Grievant: A student who has been directly affected by the application or misapplication of a school procedure or one who has been discriminated against. An example of a grievance would be a situation when a student feels that he/she has been unfairly withdrawn from a program. All grievants will be entitled to fair, reasonable and equitable treatment. A grievant who participated or intends to participate in any grievance under Title IV, IX and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, shall not be subjected to discipline, reprimand, warning, or reprisal because of such participation or initiation. All documents, communications and records dealing with processing of a grievance will be filed separately from the grievant's cumulative student folder.

Fair and Equitable Treatment

Record Keeping

Online Course Guidelines

Browser Information & Hardware/Software Requirements

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The Moodle Learning Management system is used to deliver the online portions of IASI-SHS, School of Health Sciences courses. You will have access to your syllabus, course calendar, assignments, and other course materials and functions via Moodle. Moodle is a web-based programyou will need a computer with Internet access and an Internet browser to use Moodle in your course. CPU Requirements: Minimum CPU processing speed requirements: Pentium 1.0 GHz, minimum RAM: 256 MB, Internet connection required, and screen resolution should be set at a minimum 1024x768 Browser Requirements: Moodle is compatible with Internet Explorer 6 or later versions, Firefox version 2 or later, and Safari 3 or later versions. Other browsers may be used, but may not support all functionality in Moodle. All browsers should have Cookies, Java, and Pop-ups enabled. Additional Software Recommendations: Adobe Acrobat Reader, Shockwave Flash 9 or higher, Windows Media Player, and latest version of Java.

Grading Criteria

See page 8 for grading policy. All projects that are completed and received by the due date will be graded and returned to the student in 5 to 7 days.

Assignments

Participants are expected to retain an electronic copy of all work submitted. If transmission of the work fails, participants are expected to resend the document under directions of the instructor. Projects will be submitted via Moodle, online learning management system, either through a discussion thread or via the assignment features. Participants are expected to verify their own Moodle responses by returning to the appropriate place in Moodle after the work has been posted.

Discussion Board Criteria

This is located in Moodles Communication area. Each threaded discussion is called a forum. Discussion board questions will be posted throughout the term. The content of your postings must demonstrate an understanding of the relevant text material.

Make-up & Late Work

Projects and discussions are due on specific dates. Late work will NOT be accepted unless there are extenuating circumstances and it will be up to the instructor to determine whether or not to accept the assignment.

Class Preparation & Participation

Your attendance in class will be determined by the timely submission of assignments, homework and tests. These assignments generally follow a weekly format and students are expected to come to class in the online setting on a regular basis just as in a face to face classroom. Deadlines are set for class participation to enable everyone to have an equal voice. You will need to log in to the discussion board at least 3 times a week. Make sure you set aside time and make a schedule that works for you. Most students log in everyday for 5 to 15 minutes just to see what is going on. Students enrolled in online courses must complete the required on campus hours during open lab sessions. Sessions will be offered during the day and evening, and occasionally a Saturday. These sessions will provide a hands-on approach to the learning experience. You will be expected to actively participate in during these sessions.

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Anatomy & Physiology(ANP01)

Course listings

950 hour program

(100 hour course)

This basic anatomy & physiology course prepares you to work in the medical field of office medical assisting. In this course you will learn the structure and function of the human body.

Medical Terminology (TRM02)

(75 hour course)

Medical Terminology introduces a system of medical word analysis that applies to the continual learning of new terminology. It covers approximately 380 prefixes, suffixes, and roots or stems, the ABCs of the medical language, with a heavy emphasis on the application of newly learned words in a variety of exercise formats.

Administrative Medical Specialist (AMS03)

(200 hour course)

This course provides training in all the skills required to become an Administrative Medical Specialist, Medical Billing Specialist, and Medical Coder. Medical Billing and Coding professionals keep records, calculate patient charges, review files, prepare itemized statements, and submit claims to third party payers, as well as collection of physician charges and patient data. Students will learn basic CPT, ICD-9-CM, and HCPCS coding knowledge. In addition to this Medical Billing and Coding information, you will be taught every aspect of the Medical Receptionist/Front Desk position. This program will provide preparation for the Certified Billing & Coding Specialist (CBCS/CMAA) with National Healthcareer Association (NHA) and the Certified Coding Associate (CCA) National Certification exam with the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

Computers in the Medical Office (COM04)

(75 hour course)

This course offers medical office training using full-featured, modern software and current, realistic medical office cases while building transferable computerized medical billing and scheduling skills. It teaches the most recent HIPAA standards for privacy, security, transactions, and code sets.

Advanced Billing & Coding (ABC05)

(500 hour course)

This combined Billing and Coding course offers the skills needed to solve insurance billing problems, manually and electronically file claims (using CPT and ICD-9), complete common insurance forms, trace delinquent claims, appeal denied claims and use generic forms to streamline billing procedures for hospital or physician-based facilities. The course covers the following areas: CPT (Guidelines and E&M), specialty fields, ICD-9 (Vol. I, II, III), HCPCS Level II, Correct Coding Initiative (CCI) and advanced claims processes for medical insurance and third party reimbursements. Advanced Billing & Coding students are required to complete 320 hours of externship. Students who successfully complete the course will be qualified to sit for the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) - Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) - Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) exams.

Cost $1495.00* (includes tuition, textbooks, national exam, and registration fee)

Course listings
Nursing Assistant

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The Nursing Assistant (NA) program focuses on the skills you will need to assist nurses in providing simple, basic patient care. The student will learn how to assist with personal hygiene, safety, nutrition, exercise, and elimination needs of the patient to promote his/her physical and psychological comfort. The course is classroom based and will include lecture, interactive discussion, and video presentations. In addition, each student will complete a minimum of 40 hours of skills lab and on-site clinical hours. Upon completion, students will complete the state approved cognitive and skills testing to obtain certification. Once you have completed and passed the state regulated certification exam, you can work as a Certified Nursing Assistant in federal and state certified nursing homes, home care agencies, hospitals, or any other health care agency in the state of Florida.
NA001 NA002 NA003 NA004 NA005 NA006 NA007 NA 008 NA009 NA010 NA011 NA012 NA013 NA014 NA015 NA016 NA017 NA018 NA019 NA020 NA021 NA022 NA023 NA024 NA025 NA026 NA027 Introduction to healthcare-Describes the organization of nursing facilities and some of the federal laws regarding patient care. Addresses the purposes, goals and services of the long term care facility. The Patient Bill of Rights and the functions, proper dress and ethical behavior of the NA. 4.00 hours Understanding Your Patient Understanding the Maslows hierarchy, which emphasizes communication barriers and differences between verbal and nonverbal communication. 3.00 hours Body Structure and Function Understanding the process of aging on the body, its normal functions and the signs and symptoms of abnormal functions. 4.00 hours Safety/Infection Control Safety hazards in hospitals and nursing homes, accident prevention, using restraints safely, hand washing and infection Control. 3 hours Blood borne pathogens: HIV/AIDS; Biohazardous waste Examples of each are reviewed along with PPE and safety precautions and spill kit. 4 hour Body Mechanics An outline on how to properly align and reposition patients, transfer techniques, and how to prevent injury to the NA. 3 hours Bed Making Changing Linens and bed making techniques (OCCUPIED and UNOCCUPIED) 2 hours Skin Care and Cleanliness Proper skin care prevention of decubitus ulcers, assisting patients with their personal hygiene, proper techniques for giving a bed bath, mouth care, shampooing, nail care, dressing and perineal care. 3 hours Urinary Elimination Techniques for using bedpans, bedside commodes and the characteristics of normal urine. Rules for maintaining normal urination, bladder training and the use of a foley catheter. Measurement and recording content of urinary drainage. 2 hours Bowel Elimination factors that affect bowel elimination, common problems relating to the defecation and the care of a colostomy; bedpans . 2 hours Solids and Fluids The importance of proper nutrition, the food guide pyramid, feeding, special needs diets, dehdration and tube feedings. 2 hours Vital Signs Vital signs (pulse, respiration and blood) and how to read them. Normal and abnormal values of taking and reporting them. 3 hours Activity and Exercise Range of motions exercise. The necessity and possible complications associated from the lack of exercise. Ambulation techniques. 2 hours Patient admission Patient orientation to the unit, measurement of height and weight and proper procedures for moving patient from one unit to the next. 1 hour Care of Postoperative Patient Common health conditions that require surgery and special needs of each patient. 2 hours Rehabilitative and Restorative Care Purpose of rehabilitation in both hospitals and long term care facilities. The role of the NA in assisting to restore the patient to optimum function. 2 hours Care of the Elderly How to detect elder abuse, social and psychological effects of aging. 4 hours Common Health Problems Health problems commonly encountered by frail/elderly patients. Caring for patients with chronic and acute illness. 5 hours Dementia Recognizing the differences between acute confusion and Alzheimers disease and how to care for both 4 hours Sexuality The importance of the sexuality of the aging and how to handle a sexually aggressive patient. 1 hour The End of Life Patient The 5 stages of death and how to meet the physical and psychological needs of the patient. The signs of approaching death and the postmortem care. 2 hours Application of Compression stockings and Temperature with Electronic and Non-electronic thermometers. 1 hour Medical Terminology. Introduces a system of medical word analysis that applies to the continual learning of new terminology. 5 hours Medical Abbreviations. Identify accepted/approved medical abbreviations. 5 hours Interview skills. Learn how to conduct a job search, build a resume, and demonstrate quality interview skills. 3 hours First Aid and CPR. Demonstrate cardiopulmonary resuscitation and identify signs for rendering first aid. 8 hours Externship. Students will experience an opportunity to apply theory learned in the classroom to a health care setting through practical handson experience. 40 hours

Cost $750.00* (includes tuition, textbooks, and registration fee)

P AGE 16 EKG Technician

Course listings
120 hour program

This course is designed to teach the basic skills of electrocardiography necessary to perform, process, and explain the electrocardiogram. An overview of anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system, operation of the electrocardiograph and recording EKGs, cardiac pathology, and basic cardiac rhythm recognition will be presented. Upon completion, graduates will receive a Diploma and will be qualified to take the National Healthcareer Certified EKG Technician Exam.

AIDS/HIV Education (HIV001)

(4 hour course)

Students will learn the epidemiology of the disease process reviewing basic concepts of the virology of HIV and its patho-physiology. An overview of transmission, non-transmission, testing methods, legal and ethical issues, preventative measures, and reference to the Center for Disease Control.

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR002)

(4 hour course)

Students will learn the skills of CPR of all ages; use of an automated external defibrillator; and relief of foreign-body airway obstruction.

HIPAA: Ethical, Legal, and Regulatory Issues (HIP003)

(10 hour course)

Students will learn about the importance of standards of care and the legal, regulatory, and ethical issues of confidentiality, along with the ways to ensure that he phlebotomist protects the patients right to privacy.

OSHA: Safety and Infection Control (OSH004)

(10 hour course)

Students will learn about infection control. Procedures for developing and maintaining an environment that minimizes the risk of transmitting infectious agents among healthcare workers and patients will be covered. Students will practice techniques for preventing transmission, including hand hygiene and the use of personal protective equipment.

Cardiovascular System (CAR005) Electrocardiogram (ECG006)

(10 hour course)

Students will learn the basics of human anatomy and physiology, specific to the cardiovascular system. The students will explore the various blood vessels and their functions.

(15 hour course)

The students will explore the components and functions of the hearts electrical conduction system.

Rate and Regularity (RNR007)

(10 hour course)

Students will learn to interpret the heart rate and rhythm of the heart through various methods. This course will allow students hands-on experience and the operation of the electrocardiogram machine and its equipment.

Waves, Complexes, and Intervals (WAV008) Origin and Clinical Aspects (ORI009) Electrical Axis (ELE010)

(20 hour course)

Students will learn a systematic approach to analyzing and interpreting the waves, complexes, and intervals of an electrocardiograph.

(20 hour course)

Students will learn the origin and clinical aspects of dysrhythmias, heart blocks, ischemia and infarction, and cardiac versus non-cardiac, as well as its management.

(7 hour course)

Students will learn about basic axis deviation and how size or condition of the heart muscle and/or conduction system will affect how electrical impulses are conducted and affect the appearance of the electrocardiograms waveforms.

Cardiac Conditions (CAD011)

(10 hour course)

Students will learn about common cardiac conditions that may affect the electrocardiogram, as well as cardiovascular pharmacology.

Cost $1095.00* (includes tuition, textbooks, national exam, and registration fee)

ACADEMIC CALENDAR

P AGE 17 148 hour program

Phlebotomy Technician

This course provides training in the advanced skills required to function as a Phlebotomy Technician in a medical office, clinic, laboratory, or hospital. It is designed to instruct and develop the skills of the medical professional in the science of venipuncture. You will quickly become familiar with blood collection procedures, the utilization of standard phlebotomy equipment, safety and medical ethics, and related medical terminology. The student will also participate in the phlebotomy externship at a local laboratory facility. Upon completion, graduates will receive a Diploma and will be qualified to take the National Healthcareer Certified Phlebotomy Technician Exam.

AIDS/HIV Education (HIV001)

(4 hour course)

Students will learn the epidemiology of the disease process reviewing basic concepts of the virology of HIV and its patho-physiology. An overview of transmission, non-transmission, testing methods, legal and ethical issues, preventative measures, and reference to the Center for Disease Control.

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR002)

(4 hour course)

Students will learn the skills of CPR of all ages; use of an automated external defibrillator; and relief of foreign-body airway obstruction.

HIPAA: Ethical, Legal, and Regulatory Issues (HIP003) OSHA: Safety and Infection Control (OSH004)

(4 hour course)

Students will learn about the importance of standards of care and the legal, regulatory, and ethical issues of confidentiality, along with the ways to ensure that he phlebotomist protects the patients right to privacy.

(4 hour course)

Students will learn about infection control. Procedures for developing and maintaining an environment that minimizes the risk of transmitting infectious agents among healthcare workers and patients will be covered. Students will practice techniques for preventing transmission, including hand hygiene and the use of personal protective equipment.

Cardiovascular System (CAR005)

(10 hour course)

Students will learn the basics of human anatomy and physiology, specific to the cardiovascular system. The students will explore the various blood vessels and their functions.

Quality Assessment Basics (QAP006)

(6 hour course) (7 hour course)

The students will learn about the various types of pre-analytical variables that are within the phlebotomists control.

Documentation, Specimen Handling, and Transportation (DOC007)

Students will learn about the principles and practice of specimen transport, handling, and processing. The student will have the opportunity to explore the general guidelines for specimen transport, including time, temperature, and light constraints.

Blood Collection Equipment (BLO008)

(7 hour course)

Students will learn about equipment used for routine venipuncture and techniques to ensure the safety and comfort of both patient and phlebotomist.

Complications in Blood Collection (PRE009) Venipuncture Procedures (VEN010)

(7 hour course)

Students will learn that venipuncture complications can arise. Students will learn the many factors that can interfere with the collection of blood. It will also introduce several special populations that phlebotomists may encounter, such as the pediatric and geriatric patients.

(25 hour course)

Students will learn about the most common procedure a phlebotomist performs: routine venipuncture. Students will develop knowledge of obtaining vital information about patient identification and the proper procedures for obtaining a blood specimen by evacuated tube method and syringe method. Students will have the opportunity to practice venipunctures.

Capillary Blood Specimens (CAP011)

(15 hour course)

Students will learn about the use of dermal puncture as an alternative collection procedure when minute amounts of blood are needed for testing. Students will have the opportunity to practice dermal puncture, select the proper skin puncture devices to use, and select an appropriate puncture site.

Special Collections (SPC012) Externship (EXT013)

(15 hour course)

Students will explore fasting collections, such as the oral glucose test, blood cultures, blood donations, urinalysis, and blood smears. Students will learn about specimens that require special handling.

(40 hour course)

Students will experience an opportunity to apply theory learned in the classroom to a health care setting through practical hands-on experience.

Cost $995.00* (includes tuition, textbooks, national exam, and registration fee)

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Certified Complementary Alternative Medicine

COURSE LISTINGS
1240 hour program

Introduction to health and disease (CAM001) (20 hour course) Describes the organization of health facilities and some of the federal laws regarding patient care. Addresses the purposes, goals and services of the long term healthcare facility. The Patient Bill of Rights and the functions, proper dress and ethical behavior of the CAM doctor. Understanding Your Patient (CAM002) (20 hour course) Understanding the Maslows hierarchy, which emphasizes communication barriers and differences between verbal and nonverbal communication. Body Structure and Function (CAM003) (40 hour course) Understanding the process of aging on the body, its normal functions and the signs and symptoms of abnormal functions. Anatomy & Physiology I(ANP01) (100 hour course) This basic anatomy & physiology course prepares you to work with patient in the medical field or office. In this course you will learn the structure of human muscle, bones, nerves, blood circulation. Anatomy & Physiology II(ANP02) (100 hour course) This advanced anatomy & physiology course prepares you to work with patient in the medical field or office. In this course you will learn functions of the human body systems of digestion, hormones, brain, excretion, blood, lymph, reproduction, senses. Health Terminology (TRM02) (50 hour course) Health Terminology introduces a system of health/medical word analysis that applies to the continual learning of new terminology. It covers approximately 380 prefixes, suffixes, and roots or stems, the ABCs of the health/medical language with a heavy emphasis on the application of newly learned words in a variety of exercise formats. Activity and Exercise(ANP03) (40 hour course) Range of motions exercise. The necessity and possible complications associated from the lack of exercise. Ambulation techniques. Food and Nutrition (CAM004) (100 hour course) Food types, food chemistry, food physiology, digestion and absorption, nutrition disorders, food allergies, special needs of people at risk. Therapeutic Diets and Organic Supplements (CAM005) Nutraceuticals, organic bioactive foods, therapeutic foods, vitamins & minerals. (100 hour course)

Common Health Problems (CAM018) (70 hour course) Health problems commonly encountered by infants, women,frail/elderly patients. Caring for patients with chronic and acute illness. Patient Interview skills(CAM025) (70 hour course) Learn how to conduct a verbal, physical patient examination, eating and psychological behavior, physical observation o f any health problem, outpatient job, computers in the Medical Office. First Aid, CPR, BLS(CAM026) Demonstrate cardiopulmonary resuscitation and identify signs for rendering first aid. (150 hour course)

Behavior Therapy(CAM028) (60 hour course) Techniques for classical conditioning, systemic desensitization (Relaxation training, Hierarchy construction, Desensitization of stimulus, yoga), Hierarchy construction, Aversion therapy, Flooding, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy Alternative Therapies(CAM029) (200 hour course) Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, Unani/Tibbi, Herbal Chinese Practices, Reiki, yoga, brain gym, mantra, meditation, reflexology, hypnosis, creative art (sacred geometry, Feng Sui, dance, visual art), Aromatherapy, Holistic health, Herbal-Chinese practices, Spiritual inquiry, Domonstrations(Shiatsu, Indian Head Treatment, Polarity Therapy, Acupressure, Barbara Brennan Technique, Deep Tissue, Reiki, Trager, Shamanic Journey Work & "Tracking" Session) Job Search(CAM026) You will build a resume, application for certification and demonstrate quality interview skills. CAM Practice and Hospital Administration(CAM030) You will learn various departments and role of CAM in patients with needs. (5 hour course)

(15 hour course)

Cost $2495.00*
(*includes tuition, textbooks, national exam, and registration fee)

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