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Internet & Interactive Digital Media Design

Internet & Interactive Digital Media Design (AAB)

Overview


Internet and Interactive Digital Media Design combines the study of web design, Internet technologies, digital animation, graphics, and computer programming with written and oral communication skills, graphic arts, and business knowledge to prepare students for careers in information technology, entrepreneurial opportunities, or transfer to a bachelor’s degree. Students who complete the required coursework earn the Associate of Applied Business degree.

The program of study includes two primary areas. The primary focus is on information technologies. Students use industry standard software to develop digital media applications such as games and simulations, digital animations, electronic publications, and dynamic web sites. Students also learn fundamental programming used in digital media such as JavaScript, PHP, and ActionScript.

Second, students study writing, statistics, public speaking, and art to foster skills vital for career or continued educational advancement. Students learn to express critical ideas both written and verbally in a logical and concise manner so their creativity can effectively contribute to their further success. Finally, students choose from a variety of electives based upon their interests and desired goals.

Upon successful completion of the AAB Degree in Internet and Interactive Digital Media Design, students will:

• Develop a portfolio exhibiting a body of work including websites, digital images and graphics, digital animations, electronic and print publications, games and simulations, programs, and traditional art.
• Design websites using industry standard tools; demonstrate a professional level understanding of Internet technologies, web languages, and emerging technologies.
• Create original and edit existing digital images, graphics, publications, animations, and other digital media applications using industry standard tools and apply fundamental theoretical knowledge necessary for digital media professionals.
• Write original and edit existing programs and scripts in languages commonly used in digital media at a professional level.
• Demonstrate professionalism by working in teams as well as individually, understanding client needs, giving presentations, writing reports, conducting research, meeting deadlines, and employing critical problem solving skills.

To achieve these outcomes, most courses in the program of study combine theoretical concepts with hands-on, project-based learning. Student must demonstrate a high level of competency in each area to gain an edge in the highly competitive field of Internet and Interactive Digital Media.

In addition to transfer opportunities, graduates are prepared for careers as web developers, web programmers, Internet/Intranet application developer, independent designer or programmer, freelance digital artist, positions in advertising, graphic design and layout, instructional design, or as an assistant at regional software/game development companies.

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Business Management

Business Management (AAB and Certificate)

Overview


The Business Management Program is designed to provide the educational background to enable graduates to pursue careers in management. Employment forecasters predict that a shortage of supervisors will exist during the next decade. Business management technicians will be needed to fill these openings.

As a result of analyzing the business world, the business management courses have been developed so that the business management technician will understand all the interdependent aspects of business activities. This knowledge will make the business management technician a valuable member of the management team.

Areas of concentration in this program are leadership, human resources, finance, marketing, total quality management, accounting, and computer information.

Graduates are employed in career areas such as credit, real estate, purchasing, public relations, retailing, operations, account representatives, and banking. Numerous graduates are self-employed. The technical business training provided at Eastern Gateway Community College lends itself to employment in a wide variety of business positions.

Upon successful completion of the degree in business management, the graduate will be able to:

• Work in and lead work teams.
• Understand and prepare a business plan.
• Understand and prepare a marketing plan.
• Identify and utilize the four functions of management.

Course Grids


    • Business Management – AAB
    • Business Management – Advertising Focus – AAB
    • Business Management – Cyber Security Focus – AAB
    • Business Management – Data Analytics Focus – AAB
    • Business Management – Digital and Social Media Marketing Focus – AAB
    • Business Management – Entrepreneurship Focus – AAB
    • Business Management – Environmental Science Focus – AAB
    • Business Management – Finance Focus – AAB
    • Business Management – General Management Focus – AAB
    • Business Management – Help Desk Focus – AAB
    • Business Management – Hospitality – Food and Beverage Management Focus – AAB
    • Business Management – Hospitality – Hotel and Event Management Focus – AAB
    • Business Management – Human Resource Management Focus – AAB
    • Business Management – Labor Studies Focus – AAB
    • Business Management – Marketing Focus – AAB
    • Business Management – Operations Management Focus – AAB
    • Business Management – Programming and Development Focus – AAB
    • Business Management – Project Management Fundamentals Focus – AAB
  • Business Management – Certificate

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Teacher Education

Teacher Education (AA)

Overview


The Teacher Education Program is designed to provide graduates the educational background needed to pursue careers in childcare centers, preschools, elementary, middle and secondary schools. Graduates of the Teacher Education Program will meet the licensing requirements for an administrator as specified by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services Licensing rule. Candidates have the applicable educational background to transfer into baccalaureate programs in Early Childhood (PK-3), Middle Childhood (4-9), Secondary (10-12), or Intervention Specialist (Special Education).

 Entering the Teacher Education Associate’s Degree Program requires that the candidate:

  • Has received a high school diploma, GED certificate, or has completed an approved home school program

 Once a candidate has been accepted into the Teacher Education Program, the candidate must meet the following requirements:

  • Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 (GPA for transfer depends upon transferring institution)
  • Demonstrate the professional attributes of an educator when working with children and fellow educators, i.e. professional appearance, responsibility, teamwork
  • Compile the professional   portfolio required for graduation
  • Complete all course requirements for graduation

 Upon successful completion of the program, students will enter the education profession with the following attributes:

  • Communication skills focusing on effective written and oral communications in an educational setting with parents, fellow educational professionals and community and business leaders
  • Knowledge needed to identify, assess, and assist with the education of a diverse student population
  • Working foundation of the historical, philosophical, theoretical, and legal issues of education
  • Practical professional skills to assist in the establishment and maintenance of an effective, productive, and safe educational setting
  • Personal ethical standards and professional practices used by successful education professionals

 The Ohio Department of Education has accredited Eastern Gateway’s program to offer a two-year associate degree license. Articulation agreements between Eastern Gateway Community College and northeastern Ohio four-year colleges have been formulated to allow for easy transition from the completion of the Teacher Education program to a baccalaureate education program. These specific articulation agreements ensure that all credits earned at Eastern Gateway Community College will transfer directly to a four-year baccalaureate program.  Qualifying students may apply for the T.E.A.C.H. Scholarship. 

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Teacher Education – AA


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James Hilton

Teacher Education Program Director
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1(800)682-6553 Extension: 1698


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Prekindergarten Care and Education

Prekindergarten Care and Education (AAS)

Overview


The Prekindergarten Care and Education Program is designed to provide the educational background needed for graduates to pursue careers in preschool/childcare centers, and to meet state licensing requirements for an administrator as specified by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, Licensing Rules, #5101:2-12-25. Students will be required to complete practicum experiences throughout their program in a variety of settings. Candidates will be eligible to obtain an Educational Paraprofessional or Early Childhood Associate License from the Ohio Department of Education. Students desiring to complete this degree should first check with their respective state’s department of education on their eligibility for licensure. 

This option blends the early childhood preschool courses, which stress the care of the child from birth through age 4, with early childhood education courses required by the state of Ohio. Requirements for entrance into the Prekindergarten Care and Education program include a state and federal background check. Students should reach out to their local law enforcement agency as to the steps required to successfully complete their records check. The Field Experience Handbook provides the necessary documentation and points of contact for this process. A current (not more than one year old) BCI/FBI background check must be on file at the college at the start of your field experience. 

Upon completion of the Prekindergarten Care and Education Program, the graduate will be able to:

• Apply principles of human growth, development and learning to the teaching of young children.
• Plan appropriate learning experiences for individual children and groups of children.
• Develop appropriate educational practices for young children to promote communication skills, and to foster the growth of skills in problem solving, decision making and critical thinking.
• Recognize individual needs and use appropriate teaching strategies to address children’s differences in developmental levels, ethnic backgrounds and learning styles.
• Use effective communication skills with children, families and coworkers.
• Recognize emergencies and provide appropriate first aid and CPR.
• Assist in designing an environment for child guidance, including daily program structure, to create and sustain a positive learning environment for children.
• Prevent, recognize and manage communicable diseases including the protection of child care staff members.
• Assist in initiating assistance for recognized child abuse and neglect.
• Meet the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services requirements for child daycare providers.

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Teacher Education – Prekindergarten Care and Education – AAS


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  • The Field Experience Handbook

For additional information


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Teacher Education Program Director
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1(800)682-6553 Extension: 1698


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Patient Home Navigator

Patient Health Navigator (Certificate)

Overview


Healthcare advocacy is an emerging and exciting career. Health care advocates help patients receive the best health care possible by helping patients and their families navigate the healthcare system, which can be complex and daunting. As the new healthcare legislation further complicates access to healthcare and insurance coverage, patient home navigators assist patients and their families through the diagnosis, treatment and prognosis. They identify resources and help patients and their families decode insurance coverage. Patient navigators work with clients to reduce barriers to healthcare.

The range of patient navigator duties varies widely. Some patient navigators work with patients through the screening and diagnosis. Others work with patients through treatment and even into survivorship or end of life. The patient navigators may work in community or healthcare settings.

Patient navigators lead patients to screening tests and provide health information. They also work with patients to identify and reduce barriers that keep patients from getting healthcare. They may link patients to healthcare providers or medical homes, assist with publicly funded health insurance, find financial assistance or help with transportation.

Some of the jobs that Patient Home Navigators may be able to do include: Admissions Coordinator, Case Manager, Medicaid Service Coordinator (MSC), Patient Access Specialist, Patient Advocate, Patient Representative, Service Coordinator.

Upon successful completion of the certificate in patient home navigator, the graduate will be able to:

• Coordinate communication between patients, family members, medical staff, administrative staff, or regulatory agencies.
• Interview patients or their representatives to identify problems relating to care.
Maintain knowledge of community services and resources available to patients.
• Refer patients to appropriate health care services or resources.
• Investigate and direct patient inquiries or complaints to appropriate medical staff members and follow up to ensure satisfactory resolution.

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Patient Health Navigator – Certificate


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Medical Coding Specialist

Medical Coding (Certificate)

Overview


The Medical Coding Specialist certificate program prepares an individual to assign numerical codes to diagnoses, symptoms, and operative (surgical and invasive) procedures using the ICD-10-CM/PCS (International Classification of Disease – 10th Revision, Clinical Modification and Procedure Coding System) and medical and surgical procedures according to CPT-4 (Current Procedural Terminology—4thEdition), and HCPCS Level II (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System) describing non-physician services. CPT coding is used to describe services provided by physicians and is used for services provided by hospital outpatient, ancillary departments, emergency departments, and other ambulatory care facilities.

The Medical Coding Specialist Certificate of Completion, along with relevant work experience, can prepare a person to take the certification examination offered by the American Health Information Management Association to become a Certified Coding Associate (CCA). After further experience they may apply to become a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS). Individuals skilled in clinical coding are employed as coders for hospitals, physician’s offices, peer review organizations, clinics, consulting firms, and/or insurance companies.

Upon successful completion, the graduate will be able to:

  • Apply for the national certification examination for Certified Coding Associate (CCA) through AHIMA.
  • Code, classify, and index diagnoses and procedures for the purpose of reimbursement, standardization, retrieval, and statistical analysis.
  • Apply legal principles, policies, regulations, and standards for the control and use of health information.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA) principles in a professional work place setting.

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Medical Coding – Certificate


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  • Ahima.org Certification
  • Gainful Employment Information

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Health Information Management

Health Information Management (AAS)

Overview


The Health Information Management Program prepares the student for a variety of job opportunities including medical coder, department manager/supervisor, data analyst, and clerks who process records verifying accuracy and completeness. This program blends knowledge and skills from health information and business management, with computer applications and medicine to provide the necessary foundation for success. The student will be eligible to sit for the RHIT certification upon successful completion of the program.

Topics of study include medical coding (ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT-4), legal and ethical issues in health care, quality and performance improvement, health care statistics, reimbursement concepts, indexes and registries related to health care, and the management aspects of health information.

This associate’s degree program incorporates the Medical Coding Specialist Certificate program as the first year. Completion of that portion of the program, along with relevant work experience, can prepare a person to take the certification examination offered by the American Health Information Management Association to become a Certified Coding Associate (CCA) and after further experience, the Certified Coding Specialist (CCS). Individuals skilled in clinical coding are employed as coders for hospitals, physician’s offices, peer review organizations, clinics, consulting firms, and/or insurance companies.

The HIM associate degree program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM).

HIM (Health Information Management) Program Outcomes:

  • Sit for the RHIT, Registered Health Information Technician certification through AHIMA.
  • Code, classify, and index diagnoses and procedures for the purpose of reimbursement, standardization, retrieval, and statistical analysis.
  • Apply legal/ethical principles, policies, regulations, and standards for the control and use of health information.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA) principles in a professional work place setting.
  • Manage healthcare indexes/registries.
  • Collect, analyze, and present healthcare statistics.
  • Participate in quality and performance improvement.
  • Apply the management functions of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling.

Additional Information:

  • Average length of time to complete the HIM program: 21 months*
  • HIM program retention/graduation rate: 83%*
  • HIM employment status: 87% employed within 1 year*
  • Overall RHIT pass rate (includes first and repeat takers) 92%*
    *June 2018 data

HIM (Health Information Management) Program Accreditation Statement:
The Health Information Management program is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). Upon successful completion of the HIM program, students are eligible to take the national certification exam to become a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).

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Health Information Manage – AAS


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