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  • HCW 042: Act 31 Mandated Training 2-hr

    0.20 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Provides individuals with a basic overview of the history of child protection in America, including the key points of the Child Protective Services System. The two-hour course outlines the elements of child abuse, including the legal definitions for the child, perpetrator, as well as the definitions and indicators or abuse. Obligations of the mandated reporter are explained, how to make a report, protections for those who report and the penalties for failing to file a report. This interactive course meets the ACT 31 requirement for license renewals and involves lecture, group discussion, knowledge checks and discussion of reporting scenarios.
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  • HCW 043: ACT 31 Mandated Training 3 hr

    0.30 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Provides individuals with a basic overview of the history of child protection in America, including the key points of the Child Protective Services System. This three-hour course outlines the elements of child abuse, including the legal definitions for the child, perpetrator, along with definitions and indicators of abuse. Obligations of the mandated reporter are explained, how to make a report, protections for those who report and the penalties for failing to file a report. This interactive course meets the ACT 31 requirement for license renewals and involves lecture, group discussion, knowledge checks and discussion of reporting scenarios.
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  • HCW 044: Introduction to Dentistry

    1.50 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Basic information about the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene for students with no prior with no prior experience in a dental office. Basic terminology, procedures and principles related to dental practice are presented for students who are interested in pursuing a career in dental hygiene. This introductory course provides a foundation for future courses within the dental hygiene curriculum.
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  • HCW 045: Medical Coding Inpatient

    2.40 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    This course is designed to prepare individuals for careers in the medical community inpatient setting that involve medical billing, coding or claims processing. Coding specialists are responsible for translating and sequencing medical documentation into formal standardized, numerical codes for diagnoses and procedures. Coding specialists work closely with healthcare providers to ensure the accuracy of the translation. Medical coding is a vital behind the scenes activity that supports the billing process and quality patient care. This course focuses on advanced coding skills and preparing for certification in this field. Students are prepared to take the CPC certification exam for professional coder offered through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). A six hour certification preparation is also included in this course. Prerequisite:    HCW 001 & HCW 002 & HCW 003 & HCW 036 & HCW 037 Corequisite:    HCW 001, HCW 002, HCW 003, HCW 036, HCW 037
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  • HCW 046: Medical Terminology in HS

    4.50 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    This course is intended for in school youth participants and will be facilitated in an online format. The course will provide the participant with an overview of medical terminology. Beginning with the frequently used suffixes, the course will progress to include commonly used terms from each of the major body systems Frequently used medical abbreviations will also be provided. At the end of this course the student will be able to correctly spell, define, pronounce and utilize the commonly used medical terms in the workplace.
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  • HCW 047: Healthcare Fundamentals

    13.80 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    This comprehensive course provides the student with the basic knowledge and information to prepare for a career in a healthcare setting. Focus is an Introduction to Healthcare, Medical Terminology and Anatomy and Physiology with Human Illness and Disease functions. This course is for those students transitioning into the Physician Office Assistant program, Medical Assistant program, or the Medical Coding Specialist program.
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  • HCW 048: Hershey Med-MBC Inpt-Outpt

    25.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    This program is designed to prepare individuals for careers in the medical community (inpatient and outpatient settings) that involve medical billing coding or claims processing. Billing and coding specialist are responsible for translating and sequencing medical documentation into formal standardized, numerical codes for diagnoses and procedures. Coding specialist work closely with healthcare providers to ensure the accuracy of translation. Medical coding is a vital behind the scene activity that supports the billing process and quality patient care. The program focuses on advanced coding skills and preparing for certification in this field. The program is composed of six modules. Students taking this program are prepared to take the CPC certification exam for professional coders offered through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). A six-hour certification preparation course is provided at the conclusion of the program.
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  • HCW 049: RN/LPN ReFresher

    6.60 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Prepares Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), who wish to refresh their skills before returning to the clinical setting, as well as prepare to take the NCLEX exam. The curriculum focuses on the nursing process, current nursing practices, trends, ethical/legal issues, pharmacology and clinical management of patients. Attention is given to a variety of aspects including assessment skills, care plans, infection control, , technological advancements, quality assurance and drug administration. Clinical experience is conducted in an acute care medical-surgical facility to provide optimum learning opportunities. Through classroom lectures and hand-on-labs, students have the opportunity to refresh their skills, build confidence and gain insight into new techniques and technology.
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  • HCW 050: Personal Care Home Administrat

    10.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Provides new administrators with full training and also offers individual courses to meet the 24 annual continuing education units (CEUs) required for existing administrators. This course has been approved by the PA Department of Public Welfare (DPW) to meet the requirements set forth in regulations. This course is designed to strengthen health and safety requirements and more adequately address all of the issues surrounding resident care. ****CLASS TIMES ARE TUES & THURS 5:30-9:30pm (FOUR CLASSES BEGIN AT 5pm) SAT 8AM-4:30PM; MONDAY CLASS WILL BE USED AS MAKE UP CLASS IF NEEDED.
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  • HCW 052: Cardiology Tech Cert Prep

    1.20 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    This course provides a registry review and refresher for students interested in pursing the CCT exam as offered through CCI. An overview will be provided on the outline of the CCI exam and the application process. A review of anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, rhythm strip analysis EKG interpretation and 12-Lead EKG interpretation will be covered. This course if for those who have completed the Cardiology Technician Certificate Program or currently working in the field.
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