The Emergency Medical Services Technology Program offers an opportunity to enroll in courses leading to certification as Paramedic.
EMS Program application/admissions criteria are identified in the Admissions section in this catalog.
The student admitted to the college and desiring acceptance to the Paramedic program must satisfy college admission requirements and:
l. Be at least 18 years of age
2. High school graduate or equivalent;
3. Provide official forms to document dates of recent tetanus immunization, TB test or chest X-ray, hepatitis vaccine, and physical examination prior to clinical experience;
4. Submit an Ohio BCI and FBI check with no felony convictions noted;
5. Report as requested for personal interview with the program director if required;
6. Proof of health insurance coverage.
Paramedic
1. Be a licensed Ohio EMT;
2. Be an active EMT for one year prior to entrance into the program (strongly recommended);
3. Letter of recommendation from a supervisor or department officer, medical director, or EMS instructor.
4. Pass EMS entrance exam.
After course completion and certification, the EMS provider works under the direction of a physician. Knowing that the EMS provider is a direct extension of the hospital- based physician, the EMS provider can serve as the physician’s eyes, ears, and hands in the street or in the home—anywhere the EMS is needed. Essential attributes of the EMS candidate include demonstration by testing of academic potential, good physical health, the ability to relate well to people with calm, confident and rational judgment, and a thorough understanding of the operation of the EMS system.
Reporting Year: 2016
Retention: 71%
National Registry Success: 92%
Positive Job Placement: 100%
Reporting Year: 2017
Retention: 50%
National Registry Success: 100%
Positive Job Placement: 100%
Reporting Year: 2018
Retention: 58%
National Registry Success: 86%
Positive Job Placement: 86%
A physical examination and proof of specific immunizations are required at the student’s expense prior to clinical practicums.
Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate receives a certificate of completion and is eligible to apply for the National Registry Examination being offered as the state of Ohio certification examination.
NONCREDIT EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (EMS) TRAINING
Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (A-EMT)
– Contact EMS Program Director for details on the above courses offered through Workforce.
Continuing education/recertification classes for: Emergency Medical Responder, Emergency Medical Technician, Advanced Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic
American Heart Association -Basic Life Support (BLS) courses, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, (ACLS) courses, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) courses
Specialty training courses are available upon request. All courses can be offered at off-campus locations subject to minimum student participation and Ohio Department of Public Safety regulations. Contact the EMS Program Director or Workforce for further information and/or the development of specialized EMS training needs.
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The medical assistant performs a variety of administrative duties dependent upon the physician’s practice and unique office requirements. The duties may include acting as a secretary, bookkeeper, and receptionist; answering incoming calls; receiving mail; greeting patients; handling correspondence and filing; arranging for laboratory and X-ray procedures or hospital admissions; taking histories; and maintaining patient records, accounts and billing.
The clinical duties of a medical assistant include preparing patients and assisting the physician with examinations or treatment; measuring height and weight; and taking vital signs. The assistant may perform certain laboratory tests, take X-rays or EKGs, or assist with diagnostic and minor surgical procedures and the administration of injections or other medications.
Applicants are encouraged to take basic science, mathematics, and typing courses in high school or prior to entering the program.
Medical Assisting Program application/admissions criteria are identified in the Admissions section in this catalog.
Qualified students are enrolled in the one-year accelerated certificate program.
Upon successful completion of the Medical Assisting Program, the graduate will be able to:
• Perform entry-level clinical procedures.
• Perform entry-level administrative procedures.
• Perform entry-level general procedures.
The minimum length of enrollment as a full-time student to complete the accelerated certificate program is two semesters plus a five-week term.
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The one-year certificate in practical nursing is designed to meet the need in nursing services for a worker who will share in direct patient care. The program graduate is prepared to give safe, competent nursing care within a select range of patient care situations at the direction of the registered nurse and/or licensed physician.
Practical Nursing Program application/admissions criteria are identified in the Admissions section in this catalog.
The individual who successfully completes all program requirements is awarded a certificate in practical nursing and is eligible to sit for the National Council Licensing Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX- PN). Successful passing of this exam merits the graduate the right to apply for state licensure as a licensed practical nurse and use the initials LPN.
Upon successful completion of the certificate in practical nursing, the graduate will be able to:
• Use effective communication skills with clients and health team members.
• Utilize the nursing process when delivering nursing care to meet the client’s physical and psychosocial needs while adhering to the ethical principles and legal framework inherent to practical nursing.
• Demonstrate technical proficiency in the nursing skills necessary to fulfill the role of an entry-level practical nurse.
• Provide the client with a safe, effective environment while utilizing concepts from the conceptual framework of the school of nursing when assisting clients to deal with their health status.
• Meet requirements for the NCLEX- PN.
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The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing prepares students for the registered nurse profession. The curriculum is designed to meet the health care needs of the 21st century. The curriculum focuses on the registered nurse ‘s role in the community, hospital, long term care, clinics, and home health care. Graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered nurses (NCLEX-RN).
The nursing major comprises the following concentrations:
ADN program application/admission criteria are identified in the Admissions section of this catalog.
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Associate of Applied Science Health Professions is a composite of courses offered at Eastern Gateway Community College. It is designed for students interested in entering a health care profession. A standardized grid will assist those students who are undecided health majors and those who are preparing for a select health program admission toward a terminal degree with an employable skill set. Preparing students with cross training in more than one health care profession offers a health generalist degree with specialization in nurse aide certification.
Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will be able to:
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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:
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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:
Additional Information:
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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A dental assistant works in a variety of office situations, both specialty and general practice, or in a dental clinic, hospital or in the armed forces, performing office and clinical assisting duties. Duties can include: assisting the dentist with examinations and fillings; preparing instruments; exposing radiographs; maintaining infection control; performing laboratory procedures; and performing reception and office management procedures.
The Dental Assisting Program is designed to provide the student with three dental career options leading to or enhancing employment in a dental office or dental clinic. Basic science courses prior to enrolling are encouraged; typing/computer courses are recommended.
Dental Assisting Program application/admissions criteria are identified in the Admissions section in this catalog.
The one-year certificate option provides the student with opportunities to acquire knowledge in the area of dental terminology, dental materials, radiography, and chair side assisting. Classroom and online sessions are complemented by planned practical experiences in the college laboratory and dental offices. Upon successful completion of the one-year certificate program, the student will be eligible to sit for the National Certification Examination or the Ohio Dental Assistants Examination to become a certified dental assistant.
To be eligible for the national examination, a person must graduate from an accredited institution and have a current registration in CPR. Those successfully completing the examination are permitted to use the initials CDA following their names.
The CDA who desires to continue her/his education in dental assisting can enroll in second-year courses leading to an Associate Degree of Applied Science, Dental Assisting, with two optional pathways: transfer or EFDA.
Upon successful completion of the dental assisting program options, the graduate will be able to:
Upon successful completion of the EFDA program options, the graduate will be able to:
DENTAL ASSISTING PROGRAM ADMISSIONS POLICY
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION – AUGUST 1ST
Requirements for Acceptance
• Canadian Red Cross
• Emergency Care and Safety Institute
• Emergency First Response
• Emergency Medical Training Associates • Emergency University*
• EMS Safety Services
• Medic First Aid
• Military Training Network
• National Safety Council (Green Cross)
• ProCPR*
• Saudi Heart Association
Potential students may apply at any time once the prerequisites are complete. There are 18 spaces available each Fall. Once these spots are filled, applicants that fulfill the requirements will be added to a wait list. Wait list individuals will be notified as soon as a spot becomes available and notified prior to the start of the semester.
ALL STUDENTS ACCEPTED INTO THE DENTAL ASSISTING PROGRAM MUST ATTEND THE MANDATORY HEALTH ORIENTATION PRIOR TO THE START OF THE FALL SEMESTER. This is usually held the second week of August and includes Blood Borne Pathogen and HIPAA Training. Students will be notified in writing a minimum of 3 weeks prior to the official date.
UPON ACCEPTANCE STUDENTS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A HEALTH PACKET DETAILING ALL REMAINING REQUIREMENTS FOR CLINICALS.
ALL HEALTH REQUIREMENTS MUST BE COMPLETED A PRIOR TO THE END OF THE FALL SEMESTER. THIS IS A REQUIREMENT BEFORE THE START OF CLINICALS.
See Enrollment Specialist to apply (740.264.5591)
Please contact one of the following with any questions:
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