Spring 2014 CUNY in the Heights Catalog

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Professional Certificate & License Teacher Assistant Certificate (54 hrs) This series of seven (7) courses is designed to help you accomplish the following objectives: 1) obtain a Teacher Assistant Certificate, 2) complete NYS mandated workshops on School Violence Prevention and Child Abuse/ Maltreatment Identification and Reporting, 3) receive CPRFirst Aid training and 4) preparation in passing the NYS Assessment of Teaching Assistant Skills test (ATAS) (95). This program provides the necessary training to work in schools and advance within the field of education and teaching. All students must submit a copy of their H.S. Diploma or GED and a $30 certificate fee.

Class

Section

Day

ACE-3001 CHW01 Functions of Teacher Assistant (6 hrs) ACE-3003 CHW01 Child Development & Learning (12 hrs) ACE-3005 CHW01 Language Arts & Math Theories and Practice (12 hrs) ACE-3007 CHW01 Strategies for Managing (12 hrs) ACE-3009 CHW01 Best Practices (12 hrs) ACE-3041 CHW01 Reporting Child Abuse (6 hrs) School Violence Prevention ACE-1007 CHW01 CPR / Community First Aid (6 hrs)

Time

Price

M, W M, W M, W

Dates

2/3-2/5/14 2/10-2/26/14 3/3-3/12/14

6pm-9pm 6pm-9pm 6pm-9pm

$65 $125 $125

M, W M, W M, W

3/17-3/26/14 3/31-4/9/14 4/14-4/16/14

6pm-9pm 6pm-9pm 6pm-9pm

$125 $125 $85

M, W

4/21-4/23/14

6pm-9pm

$85

Security Guard 8 Hour & 16 Hour Certification Course (24 hrs) A certification course that will lead to one of the fastest growing fields in security. This is the industry-standard 8-hour and 16-hour Security Guard certification approved by the New York State Division of Criminal Justice. Additional recommended trainings to increase a Security Guard's employability include CPR, First Aid and School Violence Prevention. Upon completion there is a $115 State fingerprinting fee for the State License.

Section

ACE-1003 ACE-1003 ACE-1003 ACE-1005 ACE-1003

CHW01 CHW02 CHW03 CHW01 CHW04

Class

Day

Dates

Time

8-Hour Pre-Certification Course Annual 8-Hour Certification Course 8-Hour Pre-Certification Course 16-Hour on the job training 8-Hour Pre-Certification Course

Sat Sat Sat F, Sat Sat

2/1/14 2/15/14 3/8/14 3/14-3/15/14 3/29/14

9:30am-5:30pm $65 9:30am-5:30pm $65 9:30am-5:30pm $65 9:30am-5:30pm $125 9:30am-5:30pm $65

Price

Leadership Mastermind Certification Program: The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth (15 hrs) In this proven breakthrough program, you will be guided by a certified financial and leadership coach, speaker and teacher of The John Maxwell Team and Coaching Leaders LLC. This 10-week course will increase awareness and understanding on how to Evolve into an effective leader; Relate to others better as you understand relational rules; Equip yourself with the proper skill sets to grow; improve your attitude through daily practices; and lead others successfully to where they need to go.

Section

ACE-0805 CHW01

Class

Day

Dates

Time

Price

Leadership Mastermind

Sat

2/15-4/26/14

9:30am-11am

$149

Personal Fitness Trainer Certification (66 hrs) This Personal Fitness Trainer Certification course prepares students for employment in one of the fastest growing careers. This course offers two hours of classrook instruction and two hours of practical hands-on training. Learn biomechanics, exercise physiology, fitness testing, equipment usage, and health assessment. To earn the World Instructor Training Schools (W.I.T.S.) nationally recognized certification, you must complete the Personal Fitness Trainer Certification course (32 hours), pass the W.I.T.S. national exam (4 hours), obtain your CPR/AED certification (6 hours), and complete a 30 hour externship at a local gym. This course is offered in partnership with W.I.T.S. and note that CPR/AED certification ($20) and textbook (cost $93.97) are not included in tuition.

Prerequisite: High School diploma or equivalency.

Section

ACE-0824 CHW01

Class

Personal Fitness Trainer

Day

Dates

Sat

2/8/14-4/5/14

Time

9:30am-2:30pm

Price

$749

Healthcare Careers ProfessionalCertification Certificate & & License Your Career Just a Click or Call Away Register Online www.cunyintheheights.com or Call 212-567-7132 Dental Assistant Certificate Program (80 hrs + 40 hrs Clinical Externship) This course covers: the history of dentistry, dental assisting, and introduction to the dental office. Clinical aspects of dentistry are also covered: introduction to oral anatomy, dental operatory, dental equipment, how to take x-rays, introduction to tooth structure, primary and permanent teeth, the oral cavity and related structures, proper patient positioning, dental hand-pieces and sterilization. In addition to entry-level employment, this course is ideal for students interested in pursuing a Dental Hygientist program and career.* Class

Section

ACE-0720 CHW01 ACE-0720 CHW02

Day

Dental Assistant Program Dental Assistant Program

Dates

Time

Price

M, W 2/10-5/19/14 6pm-9pm $1,299 M-Th 2/24-3/27/14 9am-1pm $1,299 (Tuition includes all Textbooks, Lab Materials and Insurance)

Certified Nursing Assistant Program (130 hrs) Our program is a NYS Dept of Health approved training program for individuals seeking employment as nursing assistants in the medical field. Duties: patient care, taking vital signs, catheter care, assisting with ambulation, range of motion exercises, and moving patients to bed and from bed to wheelchair. The course content, 130-hours, include: Anatomy and Physiology (50 hrs), Fundamentals of Patient Care (50 hrs) and Nursing Home Clinical Rotation (30 hours). Upon completion, students will be eligible to take the NYS Certification Exam. Prerequisites: NYS test fee has to be paid in class $115.00. * Section

ACE-0715 CHW01 ACE-0715 CHW02 ACE-0715 CHW03

Class

Day

Dates

Time

Price

Nursing Assistant Nursing Assistant Nursing Assistant

M-Th M-Th M-Th

2/3-3/20/14 2/3-4/21/14 3/31-5/13/14

9am-2pm 6pm-9pm 9am-2pm

$995 $995 $995

Certified Electrocardiography Technician (30 hrs) This course will introduce students to the techniques necessary to perform a twelve lead resting electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG). Students will also learn about normal rhythm and arrhythmia, basic cardiac physiology, electrophysiology and how to troubleshoot technical problems. This course is for current NYS Certified Nursing Assistants, LPNs or with coordinator permission.* Section

ACE-5011 CHW01 ACE-5011 CHW02

Class

Day

Dates

Time

Price

EKG Technician EKG Technician

Sat T, Th

2/8-4/12/14 3/11-4/10/14

1pm-4pm 10am-1pm

$349 $349

Certified Phlebotomy Technician (80 hrs) Learn the anatomy and physiology of the venous system as well as phlebotomy practices.

Perform blood collection procedures including vacuum collection, syringes, butterfly needles, micro hematocrit collection and live venipuncture. Learn infection prevention and control, quality assurance, and specimen handling, labeling and transport. For this course students must submit health clearance form. Prerequisite: CNA, LPN or coordinator permission.* Section

Class

ACE-5001 CHW01

Day

Phlebotomy

M-Th

Dates

Time

Price

2/10-3/27/14

6pm-9pm

$849

*Proof of High School/GED diploma required.

CNA

EKG

+

CPR

+

Phlebotomy

+

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Patient Care Technician (PCT) (PCT)

Healthcare Certification & Careers Professional Certificate & License Physical Therapy Aide (50 hrs) This preparatory 50-hour program prepares students for the growing field of Physical Therapy. The Physical Therapy Aide is generally responsible for carrying out the non-technical duties of physical therapy, such as preparing treatment areas, ordering devices and supplies, and transporting patients working under the direction of the physical therapist. Furthermore, these workers assist in providing services that help improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease. Physical Therapy Aides may be employed in nursing homes, hospitals, sports rehabilitation centers and some orthopedic clinics. Note: This program does not include a national or state certification as part of its overall objectives. Textbooks included in tuition.* Section

ACE-0806 CHW01

Class

Day

Dates

Time

Price

Physical Therapy Aide

M, W

2/10-4/14/14

6pm-9pm

$999

Clinical Medical Assistant Program (140 hrs + 160 hrs Clinical Externship) This program will train students to assist physicians by performing functions related to the clinical responsibilities of a medical office. Instruction includes among other things preparing patients for examination and treatment, routine laboratory procedures, diagnostic testing, technical aspects of phlebotomy and the cardiac life cycle. Students will review important topics including phlebotomy, pharmacology, the proper use and administration of medications, taking and documenting vital signs, cardiology including proper lead placements, a professional workplace behavior, ethics and the legal aspects of healthcare. Includes: 140 hrs Classroom and Lab Instruction/Practice plus 160 hrs Clinical Externship. Payment plan option available (up to 4 installments).* Section

ACE-0704 CHW01

Class

Day

Dates

Time

Clinical Medical Assistant

M, T, Th

2/18-6/12/14

6pm-9pm

Price

$2,399

Health Information Management/Medical Billing & Coding Specialist (300 hrs) The Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Certification program is designed to prepare you for exciting new in-demand career opportunities. We offer small class sizes in state-of-the-art facilities with committed and experienced professor-practitioners. Healthcare providers are increasingly transitioning to electronic medical records and billing systems. A Medical Billing and Coding Certification can increase your marketable skills and prepare you for entry-level positions in this expanding field. Discount available for full payments.* Section

ACE-0703 ACE-0705 ACE-0701 ACE-0716 ACE-0707 ACE-0105 ACE-0709 ACE-0711 ACE-0702 ACE-0700

CHW01 CHW01 CHW01 CHW01 CHW01 CHW01 CHW01 CHW01 CHW01 CHW01

Class

Day

Dates

Time

Anatomy & Physiology (39 hrs) Medical Terminology (39 hrs) Health Information Mgmt (30 hrs) Health Law & Ethics (18 hrs) ICD-9 Coding/ Inpatient (33 hrs) ICD-9 Advance Coding (42 hrs) CPT-4 / HCPCS (42 hrs) Comp Medical Building (24 hrs) ICD-10 / HIPPAA Compliance (24 hrs) Professional/Career Dev (9 hrs)

M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th M-Th

2/24-3/17/14 3/18-4/8/14 4/9-4/24/14 4/28-5/6/14 5/7-5/27/14 5/28-6/19/14 6/23-7/16/14 7/17-7/30/14 7/31-8/13/14 8/14-8/19/14

6pm-9pm 6pm-9pm 6pm-9pm 6pm-9pm 6pm-9pm 6pm-9pm 6pm-9pm 6pm-9pm 6pm-9pm 6pm-9pm

Price

$275 $275 $245 $195 $255 $295 $295 $225 $225 FREE

Dialysis Technician (70 hrs) ENHANCED! This 70-hour preparatory course provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties required of a Dialysis Technician. These duties include: operating a kidney dialysis machine, preparing dialyzer reprocessing and delivery systems as well as maintaining and repairing equipment. Furthermore, technicians work with patients during dialysis procedures and monitor and record vital signs as well as administer local anesthetics and drugs as needed. Additionally, they may also be involved in the training of patients for at-home dialysis treatment.* Section

ACE-0723 CHW01 ACE-0723 CHW02

Class

Day

Dates

Time

Dialysis Technician Dialysis Technician

T, Th Sat

2/4-4/24/14 2/8-5/17/14

6pm-9pm 1pm-6pm

Price

$1,199 $1,199

Pharmacy Technician Training Certificate Program (100 hr + 80 hr externship) ENHANCED! This comprehensive 180 hour course will prepare students to enter the pharmacy field and take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board’s PTCB exam. Course content includes medical terminology specific to the pharmacy, reading and interpreting prescriptions and defining drugs by generic and brand names. Students will learn dosage calculations, I.V. flowrates, drug compounding, dose conversions, dispensing of prescriptions, inventory control and billing and reimbursement. Students are eligible for a 1 to 3 month externship. Tuition includes all Textbooks.* Section

ACE-0717 CHW01

Class

Day

Dates

Time

Pharmacy Technician

T, Th

2/11-6/5/14

6pm-9pm $1,499

Price

*Proof of High School/GED diploma required.

Language Arts & Education English Links Intensive Weekday (200 hrs) Weekend (40 hrs) English Links is a 200-hour intensive 5 days-a-week English Program designed to improve your communication skills for personal and professional purposes. We have a team of experienced teachers who can help you learn the basics or improve your English to apply for college, get a better job and enjoy all that New York City has to offer. We can help you become a proficient speaker and writer of the English language. A much less intensive abridged Saturday English Links option is also available with a TOEFL test taking focus.

Class

Section

Weekday Schedule (200 hrs) ACE-0307 CHW01 English Links ACE-0306 CHW01 English Links Weekend Schedule (40 hrs) ACE-0307 CHW02 English Links ACE-0306 CHW02 English Links

Day

Dates

Time

Price

Foundation Bridge

M-Fri M-Fri

2/10-4/22/14 2/10-4/22/14

9am-1:30pm 9am-1:30pm

$699 $699

Foundation Bridge

Sat Sat

2/15-4/5/14 2/15-4/5/14

9am-2pm 9am-2pm

$199 $199

English Links / ESL Examen de Evaluación para saber su nivel de inglés. *There is a $20 test fee that will be applied to the cost of the class during registration. *Hay un costo de $20 dólares por el examen de evaluación que se le aplicará al costo de registración. dia fecha hora dia fecha hora

sábado miércoles jueves viernes sábado martes

18 22 23 24 25 28

de de de de de de

enero enero enero enero enero enero

1pm 11am & 6pm 11am & 6pm 11am 1pm 11am & 6pm

miércoles jueves viernes sábado martes miércoles

29 de enero 30 de enero 31 de enero 1 de febrero 4 de febrero 5 de febrero

11am & 6pm 11am 11am 1pm 11am 11am & 6pm

English As A Second Language (60 hrs) Section

ACE-0301 ACE-0303 ACE-0304 ACE-0305

CHW01 CHW01 CHW01 CHW01

Class

Day

Dates

Time

Price

ESL ESL ESL ESL

M, W T, Th M, W T, Th

2/3-4/16/14 2/11-4/17/14 2/3-4/16/14 2/11-4/17/14

6pm-9pm 6pm-9pm 6pm-9pm 6pm-9pm

$199 $199 $199 $199

Basic Intermediate High Intermediate Advanced

Certificado de Protección de Alimentos (15 horas) Este curso de 15 horas cumple con los requisitos del código del departamento de salud de la ciudad de New York en su artículo 81.00 donde establece que todas las personas que trabajen en la elaboración de alimentos para ser expedido al público deben poseer un certificado emitido por este Departamento. Precio adicional para examen $34.00 dólares.

Section

ACE-0901 CHW01 ACE-0901 CHW02

Class

Day

Dates

Time

Price

Protección de Alimentos Protección de Alimentos

sábado sábado

2/8-2/15/14 3/15-3/22/14

9am-5pm 9am-5pm

$165 $165

Periodismo y Redes Sociales (30 horas) Aprender a escribir noticias, artículos y reportajes. Domine las redes sociales al servicio de su empresa o de cualquier proyecto social. Una experiencia única que lo llevara a escribir perfectamente en español.

Section

ACE-0448 CHW01

Class

Day

Dates

Periodismo y Redes Sociales

sábado

2/15-4/26/14 10am-1pm

Time

Price

$199

Proveedor de Cuidado de Niños (30 horas) Este programa cumple con los requisitos para ser un proveedor de cuidado de niños en el estado de New York. Este curso ofrece el entrenamiento requerido por el departamento de servicios sociales de New York. Beneficios 1) podrá tener ingresos adicionales para ayudar a su familia, 2) podrá estar con sus hijos más tiempo, 3) tendra la satisfactión de tener su negocio propio.

Section

Class

Day

ACE-3022 CHW01 Sección de Registración y Evaluación sábado ACE-3022 CHW02 Sección de Registración y Evaluación miércoles ACE-3024 CHW01 Certificado de Proveedor de Cuidado de Niños sábado

Dates

Time

Price

1/18/14 1pm Gratis 1/22/14 6pm Gratis 2/8-4/12/14 3pm-6pm $399

High School Equivalency Test Prep - Formally GED (72 hrs) Class

Section

ACE-0201 ACE-0201 ACE-0202 ACE-0202

CHW01 CHW02 CHW01 CHW02

TASC TASC TASC TASC

English English en Español en Español

Day

Dates

Time

Price

T, Th T, Th M, W M, W

2/25-5/15/14 2/25-5/15/14 2/24-5/1314 2/24-5/1314

9:30am-12:30pm 6pm-9pm 9:30am-12:30pm 6pm-9pm

$199 $199 $199 $199

SAT Exam Preparation and College Transition (60 hrs) Section

Class

Day

Dates

Time

Price

M, W T, Th

2/10-4/7/14 2/11-4/1/14

4pm-6pm 4pm-6pm

$149 $149

ACE-K155 CHW01 Critical Reading/Writing Skills (30 hrs) ACE-K902 CHW01 Math, Statistics/Data Analysis (30 hrs)

American Heart Association Basic Life Saving BLS Professional Rescue for Healthcare Providers (6 hrs) This certificate is required for all healthcare providers.

Section

ACE-1009 CHW01 ACE-1009 CHW02

Class

Day

Dates

Time

Professional Rescue for Healthcare Providers Professional Rescue for Healthcare Providers

Sat Sat

2/1/14 3/8/14

10am-4pm 10am-4pm

Price

$99 $99

College for Kids – 8 Saturdays

Saturday February 1st thru March 22nd, 2014 Academic Enhancement (16 hrs)

Cultural & Recreational Enrichment (12 hrs)

$129

$109

Class

Time

Reading, Writing & Math (Gr. 1) Reading & Writing (Gr. 2-3) Improving Math (Gr. 2,3) Reading & Writing (Gr. 4,5) Improving Math (Gr. 4,5) Spanish for Kids Beginner Spanish for Kids Intermediate

9:30am-11:30am 9:30am-11:30am 11:30am-1:30pm 9:30am-11:30am 11:30am-1:30pm 9:30am-11:30am 11:30am-1:30pm

Class

Time

Piano for Kids (Ages 5-8) Ballet for Kids (Ages 5-8) Karate for Beginners Guitar for kids (Ages 5-8)

2:00pm-3:30pm 2:00pm-3:30pm 2:00pm-3:30pm 2:00pm-3:30pm

Hip Hop for Kids Piano for Kids (Ages 9-13) Ballet for kids (Ages 9-13) Karate for Intermediate Guitar for Kids (Ages 9-13)

3:30pm-5:00pm 3:30pm-5:00pm 3:30pm-5:00pm 3:30pm-5:00pm 3:30pm-5:00pm

Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (16 hrs) Section

Class

Day

ACE-K900 CHW01 Fun Building Robots (Gr. 2,3) Sat ACE-K901 CHW01 Fun Building Robots (Gr. 4,5) Sat

Dates

Time

Price

2/1-3/22/14 2/1-3/22/14

11:30am-1:30pm 1:30pm-3:30pm

$129 $129

Registration: There is a $10 Registration Fee for all classes.

Transportation: A Train/ BX12 Bus to 207th Street (walk 4 blocks north to 5030 Broadway) #1 Train to 215th Street (walk 1 block West to 5030 Broadway) BX7, BX20, M100 Bus to 213th Street (Bus Stop in front of CUNY in the Heights) Refund Policy: Each course is subject to a minimum enrollment to run. Request for a refund must be submitted in writing together with a copy of the registration receipt. Your refund will be mailed within three (3) weeks of submission. Lack of attendance does not constitute withdrawal and eligibility for a refund. 100% refund is issued after the first class, before the second class or if a class is cancelled by the college. Registration fees are non refundable unless class is cancelled by the college. For partial payments there are no refunds after the first class unless cancelled by the college. A 50% refund will be issued if submitted after the second day of class, before the third day of class. After the third class, there are NO REFUNDS. Discount Policy: Immediate family members (siblings and parents only) of current Hostos and BMCC students are eligible for a 10% discount must enroll with student present to validate ID. Senior discount 10%.

Aldrin Rafael Bonilla MA, MPA Executive Director

Mikala Sakai CPP, BA Director of Programs