KASKASKIA COLLEGE
NURSING AND
ALLIED HEALTH
WWW.KASKASKIA.EDU
Why Choose KC? Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing industries in the nation, with opportunities in both direct patient care and support occupations. Kaskaskia College prepares students to be a part of this vital profession by offering Allied Health programs that keep pace with technological advances and industry changes. Our close affiliation with major health care institutions throughout the region provides excellent clinical training. KC Allied Health programs lead to certification or licensure appropriate for your particular career. All of our programs are taught by professionals in their field and include clinical and practicum experience.
Allied Health Programs Registered Nurse
QUICK OVERVIEW Based on health science programs at KC
Licensed Practical Nurse Certified Nursing Assistant
JOB GROWTH FOR HEALTHCARE POSITIONS
STUDENTS ADMITTED ANNUALLY
AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
CERTIFICATES AND DEGREES AWARDED OVER LAST 5 YEARS
Dental Assisting Physical Therapist Assistant
Paramedicine
Radiology
Respiratory Therapy
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Pursuing an Allied Health career from Kaskaskia College is not only aaordableandconvenient;italsogivesstudentsacompetitiveedge
a s t h e y p u r s u e t h e i r c a r e e r g o a l s . KC g r a d u a t e s a r e h i g h l y s o after by those in the healthcare industry who know and understand the quality of Kaskaskia College’s programs. With 01 % employer
Health Information Technology
satisfaction,employersareconfidentKCgradswillexcelwell aboveexpectations.
RN: Registered Nurse The Nursing program at Kaskaskia College has a strong history of graduating successful nurses. With dedicated and experienced faculty, a new state-of-the-art Nursing Education Center, and convenient clinical sites, students attending Kaskaskia College can earn their degree and become a practicing Registered Nurse in as little as two years. Whether you are interested in working at a hospital, in-home health, seeking an advanced degree such as nurse practitioner, or even serving as a CEO of a healthcare organization, nursing has an option for you, and Kaskaskia College can help get you there.
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Accredited by ACEN-Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
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Board exam pass rates above state and national average
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New students admitted four times per year
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Excellent clinical experiences beginning
For more information visit https://www.kaskaskia.edu/academics/programs-of-study/nursing/associate -nursing-degree/
your first week of class
CNA: Certified Nursing Assistant Nursing assistants help provide basic care for patients in hospitals and residents of long-term care facilities. CNA’s are the backbone of the healthcare industry and KC’s CNA program is the first step to a rewarding healthcare career.
For more information visit https://www.kaskaskia.edu/academics/programs-of-study/nursing/nurseassistant-certificate/
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Offered at multiple Kaskaskia College education centers
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8, 13, and 15 week class formats available
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Day and evening class options
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Convenient close to home clinical assignments
LPN: Licensed Practical Nurse KC’s Licensed Practical Nurse program has prepared over 1,296 LPN’s since 1980 for a healthcare career. In just 11 months, students can start their careers in various settings, including hospitals, long-term care settings, doctors’ offices, outpatient clinics, home health, or hospice.
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State-of-the-art simulation lab
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Board exam pass rates above state and national average
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New students admitted two times per year
For more information visit https://www.kaskaskia.edu/academics/programs-of-study/nursing/ practical-nursing-certificate/
HIT: Health Information Technology Health Information Technicians are members of the healthcare team who organize and manage health information, including patients’ medical records. Health Information Technologists ensure that the information is classified and stored correctly, maintaining record quality, accuracy, and security. If you
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Fully online program
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State-of-the-art simulation experiences
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Close to home hands on clinical experiences
are interested in a career in healthcare and enjoy aspects of management, law, and computers, Health Information Technology might be right for you.
For more information visit www.kaskaskia.edu/academics/programs-ofstudy/health-information-technology/
Radiology Radiologic Technologists perform diagnostic imaging examinations
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Accredited by Joint Review Committee
on patients. The KC Radiologic Technology program has an excellent
on Education in
reputation among healthcare organizations for preparing students
Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
to pass the certification examination and enter the workforce
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State-of-the-art energized labs and
successfully. Students can further specialize in various areas such
digital equipment that simulate the
as CT, MRI, Mammography, Radiation Therapy, Interventional
workplace
Radiography, or Nuclear Medicine.
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100% overall student satisfaction with the program
For more information visit www.kaskaskia.edu/radiology
Sonography For more than 20 years, KC’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography program has given students the skill and knowledge to become an entry-level sonographer in hospitals, clinics, and mobile services. If you are independent, imaginative, creative, and want a challenge, then the KC Sonography program is the career for you.
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Small class size
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One-on-one instructor training
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A wide diversity of clinical opportunities
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Entry requires previous completion of a two year allied health program or a bachelor’s degree
For more information visit https://www.kaskaskia.edu/academics/programs-of-study/ diagnostic-medical-sonography/
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Respiratory Therapy Respiratory Therapists are members of the healthcare team who
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evaluate, treat, educate, and provide care for patients with lung and
Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care
heart disorders. They are also a vital part of the lifesaving response
(CoARC)
team that handles patient emergencies. Respiratory Therapists treat
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all types of patients, ranging from premature infants whose lungs are not fully developed to older adults whose lungs are diseased. The KC Respiratory Therapy program has an excellent reputation for
Clinical experiences that range from newborn to geriatric
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State-of-the-art equipment to simulate the workplace
preparing students to enter the workforce successfully.
For more information visit www.kaskaskia.edu/respiratory
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Physical Therapist Assistant Physical Therapist Assistants help improve each patient’s function •
and overall health they care for using exercise and pain-relieving
Accredited program by the
agents. The Kaskaskia College Physical Therapist Assistant program
Commission on Accreditation in
focuses on preparing our students to meet the ever-changing
Physical Therapy Education
demands in the health care field. It takes a hands-on approach to
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State-of-the-art facility and equipment which simulates the workplace
learning in both the classroom and laboratory settings. •
Multiple clinical affiliations including specialized physical therapy settings
For more information visit www.kaskaskia.edu/pta
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Dental Assisting Dental Assistants perform a variety of tasks that significantly increase the dentist’s efficiency in the delivery of quality oral health care. Dental Assistants are valuable members of the dental team that perform treatment, room and patient preparation, sterilizing instruments, passing instruments during procedures, exposing dental radiographs, and taking impressions.
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Accredited by the Commission of Dental Accreditation (CODA)
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Earn expanded function certificate for coronal polishing, sealant placement, and monitoring nitrous oxide
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Fully equipped dental treatment rooms provide hands-on experience
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Earn your certificate in one year
For more information visit www.kaskaskia.edu/dental-assisting/
Paramedicine Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics are the first healthcare professions on the scene in many medical emergencies. Whether you are interested in earning your Emergency Medical Technician License (EMT Basic) or seeking a degree as a Paramedic, the KC Paramedicine program can prepare you to handle medical emergencies and promote healthcare during the most critical times.
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Accredited by the Committee on Accreditation for Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Progression (CoAEMSP)
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State-of-the-art ambulance simulation lab
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Convenient close to home clinical sites
For more information visit www.kaskaskia.edu/Paramedicine
OUR FACILITIES
Students engaged in Kaskaskia College’s Nursing and Allied Health programs utilize the latest technology as part of the learning process. KC has invested millions to provide state-of-the-art technology in each of its programs to ensure the equipment you train on in the classroom will be the same as the equipment you will find with most healthcare employers.
Take Advantage of Our: • Fully equipped ambulance simulator • Fully functional dental lab • State-of-the-art ventilators and BiPAP • Interactive training simulators • Fully automated mannequins designed to simulate real life situations
TESTIMONIALS
Industry Employers, KC Alumni, and Students Cindy Jansen, RT (R), RDMS Sonographer SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital St. Louis Maternal Fetal Care Center “Hard work, dedication and perseverance are a few ways the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program helped me in my current career. Cindy, the program director, motivates you to do your best and not give up on your goals. I am grateful for the Sonography program at Kaskaskia College because I am in a career where I am making a difference and doing something I truly love.”
Katie Aaron KC Graduate “I feel very blessed to have gone through the Dental Assisting program at Kaskaskia. The professors and classes more than exceeded my expectations and made for an enjoyable collegiate experience. I felt undoubtedly qualified to step into a fulfilling and rewarding career as a dental assistant upon completion of the program.”
Janet Hayden Director of Respiratory Therapy Carbondale Memorial Hospital “I want to take this opportunity to thank the program faculty for their dedication and all the hard work they have put in on the development of Respiratory Therapists. I have personally seen the program grow in regards to the number of knowledgeable and competent therapists that have met our staffing needs. I look forward to continue working with the Kaskaskia College, Respiratory Therapy program.”
Kellie Urban KC Graduate “Applying for the Physical Therapist Assistant program is easily one of the best decisions I have made in life thus far. Each instructor truly shows a passion for physical therapy. They were able to share their knowledge in such a way that I was able to learn and retain new skills quickly. They prepared me in every way possible to be successful in my career. I plan to continue building and utilizing my skill set that the instructors at Kaskaskia College have given me for many years to come.”
Bryan Holthaus MHA, EMT-P Sugar Creek Ambulance Service “The KC Paramedicine program provided an excellent opportunity for me to grow in the EMS field. I successfully achieved my goals of becoming a paramedic in a local, nationally accredited program.”
Steven Schmidt Lead Technologist of Interventional Radiology SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Mt. Vernon “The Radiology program at Kaskaskia College changed my life. After Quebecor closed, I entered the Radiology program as a non-traditional student. Since graduation, I have advanced my career as lead tech in the interventional radiology department. I contribute my success to the support of the great instructors at Kaskaskia College and an outstanding program.”
Katlin Crabtree KC Graduate “I chose Kaskaskia College to expand my nursing career for many reasons. They have a very structured program that focuses on expanding your knowledge of nursing while prepping you for state boards. It is also affordable and the instructors are amazing. They help train each student to think like a nurse and prepare them with confidence in their skills for their future nursing careers.”
CONTACT INFORMATION Julie Obermark Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences 618.545.3331 jobermark@kaskaskia.edu Kim Storm LPN rP ogram Coordinator 618.545.3332 kstormk @ askaskia.edu Beth Urban Respiratory rP ogram Coordinator 618.545.3352 burban@kaskaskia.edu Mimi Polczynski Radiologic eT chnology rP ogram Director 618.545.3363 mpolczynski@kaskaskia.edu Michelle e W ssel yhPsical Therapist Assistant rP ogram Coordinator 618.545.3242 w m essel@kaskaskia.edu Lori Schmidt Dental Assisting rP ogram Coordinator 618.545.3319 lschmidt@kaskaskia.edu CindyHoamann Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Coordinator 8 . 5 41 6 3 5 Stephen Durbin a P ramedicine rP ogram Coordinator 618.545.3431 sdurbin@kaskaskia.edu Kristina Rickhoa Assistant Professor Health Information Technology (HIT) 8 . 5 41 6 3 Shelby Guthrie CNA rP ogram Coordinator 618.545.3243 sguthrie@kaskaskia.edu
KaskaskiaCollegeisaccreditedbytheHigherLearning
PROGRAM ACCREDITATIONS Physical Therapist Assistant ThePhysicalTherapistAssistantProgramatKaskaskiaCollegeisaccreditedbyThe CommissiononAccreditationinPhysicalTherapyEducation.(CAPTE) CommissiononAccreditationinPhysicalTherapyEducation(CAPTE), 30PotomacAve.,Suite10,Alexandria,Virginia2305-8 1-7036245;email:accreditation@apta.org;website:www.capteonline.org
Associate Degree Nursing TheAssociateDegreenursingprogramatKaskaskiaCollegelocatedinCentralia, ILisaccreditedbythe:AccreditationCommissionforEducationinNursing(ACEN) 390PeachtreeRoadNE,Suite140Atlanta,GA3026(4)975-0Themost recentaccreditationdecisionmadebytheACENBoardofCommissionersfor theAssociateDegreenursingprogramisContinuingAccreditation.Viewthe publicinformationdisclosedbytheACENregardingthisprogramathttp://www. acenursing.us/accreditedprograms/programSearch.htm
Dental Assisting TheprogramindentalassistingisaccreditedbytheCommissiononDental Accreditation[andhasbeengrantedtheaccreditationstatusof“approvalwithout reportingrequirements”].TheCommissionisaspecializedaccreditingbody recognizedbytheUnitedStatesDepartmentofEducation.TheCommissionon DentalAccreditationcanbecontactedat(312)40-65orat21EastChicago Avenue,Chicago,IL601.TheCommission’swebaddressis: http://www.ada.org/en/coda.
Paramedicine TheParamedicprogramofKaskaskiaCollegeisaccreditedbytheCommission onAccreditationofAlliedHealthEducationPrograms(www.caahep.org)uponthe recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for theEmergencyMedicalServicesProfessions(CoAEMSP).”
Respiratory Therapy TheKaskaskiaCollegeRespiratoryTherapyProgram,CoARC#20487,awardsan AssociateinAppliedScienceDegreeatthemaincampusinCentralia,Illinoisandis fullyaccreditedbytheCommissiononAccreditationforRespiratoryCare. (www.coarc.com)
Radiologic Technology The Associate Degree Radiologic Technology Program at Kaskaskia College has fullaccreditationfromtheJointReviewCommitteeonEducationinRadiologic Technology.InformationregardingthisJRCERTandprogramaccreditationcanbe foundathttps://www.jrcert.org TheKaskaskiaCollegeRespiratoryTherapyProgram,CoARC#20487,awardsan AssociateinAppliedScienceDegreeatthemaincampusinCentralia,Illinoisandis fullyaccreditedbytheCommissiononAccreditationforRespiratoryCare. (www.coarc.com)
Health Information Technology The Associate Degree Health Information Management Program is in Candidacy Status,pendingaccreditationreviewbytheCommissiononAccreditationforHealth InformaticsandInformationManagementEducation(CAHIIM).
Commission( hlcommission.org),aregionalaccreditation
Kaskaskia College, 27210 College Rd, Centralia, IL 62801
agencyrecognizedbytheU. S.DepartmentofEducation.
618.545.3000
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