This program prepares students for entry-level employment in a medical health facility. Students study medical law and ethics, terminology, anatomy and physiology, human relations, use and care of diagnostic equipment, venipuncture, injections, pharmacology, universal precautions, vital signs, CPR/first aid, EKG, urinalysis, hematology, microbiology, basic computer operations, front office medical procedures, insurance forms, electronic medical records, and medical billing. Certification: CCMA

This course prepares students for the Texas Department of Health and Human Services Certified Nurse Aide exam. Students learn 23 state-mandated skills, including but not limited to: patient care, transporting, hygiene, and positioning. Students must complete lecture and clinical hours to qualify for certification examination. Clinical rotation hours are typically completed in an assisted living facility and may occur on weekends and/or during spring break. Certification: CNA

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)-Basic course teaches seniors the skills and knowledge necessary to pass the National Registry EMT Basic test. The student must pass a final examination with an 80% or better, complete all clinical rotation hours on a working ambulance, and complete all clinical rotation hours in a hospital emergency room to be eligible to sit for the National Registry EMT Basic exam. Clinical rotation hours will be held on weekends and/or during spring break. The course is rigorous and follows a very strict schedule to meet regulations.

Certification: EMT

This course is designed to prepare students for the ExCPT exam. This certification exam is one of two tests recognized by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy. Students learn to receive prescription requests from patients and doctors’ offices, accurately measure medication amounts, package and label prescriptions, establish and maintain patient records, accept payment for prescriptions and process insurance claims, and manage inventory.

Certification: ExCPT

This course teaches the knowledge and skills necessary to pass the Texas Registered Dental Assisting Exam. The course will include a wide range of dental procedures, recognition of equipment, tools, and terminology. Students will be expected to work together and practice skills to prepare them for a career in the dental field, including: looking in each other's mouth, taking impressions, setting up treatment procedures, passing instruments, sterilization, and teaching others how to brush and floss.

Certification: RDA