UTA - DED - Health Careers Institute (HCI) Fall 2022 Course Catalog

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CONTINUING EDUCATION A SPECIAL HEALTH CAREERS INSTITUTE EDITION

JUMP START YOUR CAREER IN HEALTHCARE Certificate Programs ∙

Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers

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Certified Nurse Aide

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Clinical Medical Assistant

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Dental Assistant

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EKG Technician

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Medical Coding & Billing/Medical Administrative Assistant

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Patient Care Technician

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Pharmacy Technician

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Phlebotomy Technician

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Sterile Processing Technician

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TEAS Exam Review

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Veterinary Assistant

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THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON

HEALTH CAREERS INSTITUTE

A CONTINUING EDUCATION EDITION

WELCOME

The mission of The University of Texas at Arlington’s Health Careers Institute is to deliver professional healthcare programs that provide the skills to start or advance the clients’ career in the growing healthcare industry.

We achieve this by setting the standard in healthcare programs through teaching excellence and responsiveness to the unique needs of our clients and the community they serve.

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ADVANCE YOUR CAREER WITH ACCELERATED TRAINING COURSE DIRECTORY HEALTHCARE COURSES

5 Sterile Processing Technician

4 Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers

5 Veterinary Assistant

4 Certified Nurse Aide

5 Dental Assistant

4 TEAS Exam Review

5 Patient Care Technician

4 Clinical Medical Assistant

5 REQUIREMENTS

4 EKG Technician 4 Pharmacy Technician

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5 Medical Coding & Billing/Medical Administrative Assistant

7 ONLINE COURSES

5 Phlebotomy Technician

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PAYMENT OPTIONS

Financial Resources and Services To secure a participant’s seat in a class, full payment for tuition is due at time of registration using cash, credit/debit card, check, or money order.

Consider your options with finaid.org. Cover your educational expenses funded by governments or private lenders. Find the best financial support for your educational journey by visiting finaid.org.

The Military Spouse Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) funding is administered by the Department of Defense and provides up to $4,000 of tuition assistance to eligible military spouses.

To see if you’re eligible, visit https://mycaa.militaryonesource.mil/mycaa/.

The Health Careers Institute partners with the Texas Workforce to provide funding to eligible participants. To see if you’re eligible, contact your local Texas Workforce office. Visit www.twc.texas. gov/directory-workforce-solutions-offices-services.

Note: The Health Careers Institute does not offer or accept federal or financial aid, for example, FAFSA or Pell Grant. HCI is able to accept cash, credit/debit card, check, or money order.

JOIN US FREE INFORMATION SESSIONS Every Wednesday on alternating mornings and afternoons.

Program requirements, courses, and tuition are covered.

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THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON

HEALTH CAREERS INSTITUTE

A CONTINUING EDUCATION EDITION

HEALTHCARE COURSES BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS) FOR HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS The Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers is designed to provide a wide variety of healthcare professionals the ability to recognize cardiac arrest, provide CPR, use an AED, and relieve choking in a safe, timely, and effective manner. Certification is valid for two years.

Classroom Hours....................................................................................... 5 Sa | 8:00a – 1:00p................................................................................... $75 CALL 817-272-2581 FOR DATE AVAILABILITY.

CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE The Certified Nurse Aide course prepares clients to provide direct, handson care for patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or other medical staff. Classroom and practical instruction covers a wide range of tasks including assisting patients with activities of daily living, bedside care, and obtaining vital signs. There is great emphasis on patient communication.

Clients who complete the program satisfy the Texas Department of Aging and Disability (TDADS) requirements and are eligible to take the State exam.

Classroom Hours..................................................................................... 60 Clinical Hours........................................................................................... 40 09/26/22-11/18/22..... M & W : 6:00p - 10:00p, Fri : 6:00a – 2:00p... $2000 01/09/23-03/10/23..... M & W : 6:00p - 10:00p, Fri : 6:00a – 2:00p... $2000 04/10/23-06/05/23..... M & W : 6:00p - 10:00p, Fri : 6:00a – 2:00p... $2000 07/10/23-09/01/23..... M & W : 6:00p - 10:00p, Fri : 6:00a – 2:00p... $2000 10/09/23-12/08/23..... M & W : 6:00p - 10:00p, Fri : 6:00a – 2:00p... $2000

CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT The Clinical Medical Assistant course prepares clients to work in private medical practices, hospitals, medical clinics, and other medical facilities. Skills learned include learn how to schedule medical procedures, draw blood, take patient medical histories, update patient medical files, measure and record vital signs, administer EKG/ECGs, instruct patients on medication usage, collect lab specimens, sterilize medical instruments, and more.

Classroom Hours................................................................................... 140 Externship Hours................................................................................... 160 11/05/22-04/22/23..............Sa : 9:00a – 5:00p................................... $4500 03/21/23-07/20/23..............Tu & Th : 6:00p – 10:00p........................ $4500 06/03/23-10/28/23..............Sa : 9:00a – 5:00p................................... $4500 08/29/23-01/16/24..............Tu & Th : 6:00p – 10:00p........................ $4500 12/02/23-05/11/24..............Sa : 9:00a – 5:00p................................... $4500

EKG TECHNICIAN The EKG course is perfect for the those looking to enter the healthcare field and the healthcare professional looking to acquire additional skills. Classroom and practical instruction prepare clients to obtain electrocardiograms in various healthcare settings. Instruction includes patient preparation, use and maintenance of the electrocardiograph, methods for obtaining an electrocardiogram, and learn how to recognize normal and abnormal electrocardiogram patterns.

Classroom Hours..................................................................................... 80 Externship Hours..................................................................................... 40 09/27/22-12/08/22..............Tu & Th : 6:00p – 10:00p........................ $2700 01/24/23-04/06/23..............Tu & Th : 6:00p – 10:00p........................ $2700

NOT SURE WHERE TO START? Set up a one-on-one free consultation with a program expert. Contact us at healthcare@uta.edu to schedule an appointment virtually, or in person.

TEAS EXAM REVIEW The ATI TEAS exam (Test of Essential Academic Skills) is used by nursing schools, including UT Arlington’s, to assess knowledge in reading, math, science, and English and language usage. This prep course teaches potent study techniques and test-taking strategies that go beyond basic knowledge.

Book required.

Classroom Hours..................................................................................... 20

AVAILABLE ONLINE 01/31/23-02/28/23..............Tu : 6:00p – 10:00p................................... $195 07/11/23-08/08/23..............Tu : 6:00p – 10:00p................................... $195

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05/16/23-07/25/23..............Tu & Th : 6:00p – 10:00p........................ $2700 08/29/23-11/02/23..............Tu & Th : 6:00p – 10:00p........................ $2700 12/05/23-02/22/24..............Tu & Th : 6:00p – 10:00p........................ $2700

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN The Pharmacy Technician program prepares clients to work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist in various healthcare settings. Covered are how to assess medication orders, dispense medications, maintain inventory, and provide pharmacy billing services. Special emphasis is placed on providing customer service.

Additional fees apply for tech-in-training registration, fingerprint session, Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) exam, and trainee to registered technician upgrade.

Classroom Hours................................................................................... 120 Externship Hours..................................................................................... 80 11/28/22-03/29/23..............M & W : 6:00p – 10:00p......................... $4500 05/01/23-08/14/23..............M & W : 6:00p – 10:00p......................... $4500 09/18/23-01/22/24..............M & W : 6:00p – 10:00p......................... $4500

REQUIREMENTS PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS* | Valid Photo ID, Social Security Card, High School or College diploma/transcript, Proof of current immunizations, Drug Screen PROGRAM FEES INCLUDE* | Tuition, Textbooks, Uniform, Supplies, CPR Certification, Externship Placement, Certification Exam

MEDICAL CODING & BILLING/MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Learn the fundamentals of medical billing and coding and start an exciting new career in the healthcare industry. This program prepares clients to work in the outpatient medical coding areas of hospitals, medical clinics, and doctors offices. Topics discussed include medical terminology and anatomy, insurance screening, medical record maintenance, appointment scheduling, financial functions, CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding. Professionalism and confidentiality in the healthcare industry are emphasized.

Additional fees apply for additional certifications.

Classroom Hours.............................................................................120 Lab Hours......................................................................................8 Lab

IN PERSON ON-CAMPUS | SIMULCAST 01/09/23-05/17/23..............M & W : 6:00p – 9:30p.....................$4000 06/26/23-10/25/23..............M & W : 6:00p – 9:30p.....................$4000

PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN Practical skills introduced in this class include anatomy and physiology of the blood system, procedures used to obtain various blood specimens, common blood testing, specimen handling and preparation, safety standards, and a controlled skills lab. Upon completion the clients are eligible to sit for national certification.

Classroom Hours...............................................................................80

*Varies by program

VETERINARY ASSISTANT This course prepares you to assist the veterinarian in animal hospitals, clinics, and other animal care settings. The classroom and practical aspects of the course include animal anatomy, animal behavior, preventative health, emergency care, lab procedures, and surgical assisting for veterinary practices. This course follows a curriculum developed by the Texas Veterinary Medical Association and meets the requirements to take the Certified Veterinary Assistant Level I exam.

Classroom Hours.............................................................................128 Externship Hours.............................................................................500 12/06/22-04/11/23..............Tu & Th : 6:00p – 10:00p..................$3000 05/23/23-09/07/23..............Tu & Th : 6:00p – 10:00p..................$3000 10/17/23-02/20/24..............Tu & Th : 6:00p – 10:00p..................$3000

DENTAL ASSISTANT Train to work in a dental office in less than six months. Classroom and practical instruction include oral health, dental disease prevention, infection control, dental instrumentation, oral anatomy, and assisting in the delivery of dental care and treatment. Students interested in becoming registered with the State of Texas must take a state mandated registration course and exam which is included in the program cost.

Additional costs for State of Texas Dental Assistant (1) Licensing and (2) Activation fees.

Classroom Hours.............................................................................176 Externship Hours.............................................................................160 Tuition..........................................................................................$5,000

Externship Hours...............................................................................80 09/26/22-12/07/22..............M & W : 6:00p – 10:00p...................$3000 01/23/23-04/05/23..............M & W : 6:00p – 10:00p...................$3000 05/08/23-07/19/23..............M & W : 6:00p – 10:00p...................$3000 08/21/23-10/30/23..............M & W : 6:00p – 10:00p...................$3000 12/04/23-02/28/24..............M & W : 6:00p – 10:00p...................$3000

PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN Our PCT program consists of three components: Certified Nurse Aide, EKG Technician, and Phlebotomy Technician. Through classroom and practical instruction, the student learns to assist with in-patient and out-patient care. Topics include bedside care, obtaining vital signs and measurements, collecting blood samples, and recording electrocardiograms.

Additional fees for additional certifications.

STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN

Classroom Hours.............................................................................220

This course prepares clients to clean, disinfect, and distribute sterilized instrumentation and equipment to various areas of a healthcare facility.

Those who pass the class are placed in a sterile processing department and central service department setting to gain real world experience.

Tuition..........................................................................................$7,700

Clinical/Externship Hours................................................................160

Additional fees apply for certification through Healthcare Sterile Processing Association.

Classroom Hours...............................................................................60 Externship Hours.............................................................................160 01/17/23-03/14/23..............Tu & Th : 6:00p – 9:30p....................$1195 05/09/23-07/06/23..............Tu & Th : 6:00p – 9:30p....................$1195

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09/05/23-10/31/23..............Tu & Th : 6:00p – 9:30p....................$1195 12/05/23-02/12/24..............Tu & Th : 6:00p – 9:30p....................$1195

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THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON

HEALTH CAREERS INSTITUTE

A CONTINUING EDUCATION EDITION

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Over 150 courses online

13 Allied Health certificate programs

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Dental Assistant Dental Hygienist

Certified Nurse Aid Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse

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Over 100 Externship Sites

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ONLINE COURSES Go to uta.edu/ded/hci and select Online Courses to see a full course list.

Administrative Dental Assistant......................................$1795

Medical Interpreter (Spanish/English)����������������������������$2395

Advanced Hospital Coding and CCS Prep �������������������$1895

NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Exam Preparation.......$1295

Certified Asistente Médico Clínico.................................$3995

Nutrition and Fitness Professional..................................$3995

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Professional ����������$4595

Optical Manager...............................................................$3995

Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS)........$1795

Pharmacy Technician........................................................$2495

Dental Office Manager.....................................................$3995

Spanish for Medical Professionals.....................................$135

Drug and Alcohol Counselor..........................................$3995

Sports Nutrition and Performance..................................$2695

Medical Billing and Coding.............................................$2995

Veterinary Assistant with Horse Care Management............... $3995

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON Founded in 1895, The University of Texas at Arlington is a Carnegie Research 1 institution with more than 100 years of academic excellence and tradition. As the largest university in North Texas and second largest in The University of Texas System, UTA is located in the heart of Dallas-Fort Worth, challenging our participants to engage with the world around them in ways that make a measurable impact. UTA offers state-of-the-art facilities that encourage participants to be critical thinkers. Through academic, internship, and research programs, our participants receive realworld experiences that help them contribute to their community and, ultimately, the world. We have more than 180 baccalaureate, masters’, and doctoral degree programs, and more than 60,000 participants walking our campus or engaging in online coursework each year.

POLICIES TEXTBOOKS All course materials will be provided by UTA unless otherwise indicated. Additional Codes of Federal Regulations (CFRs) may be purchased in English or Spanish by contacting our office. A minimum purchase amount of $200 is required.

ACCOMMODATIONS The Division for Enterprise Development is dedicated to providing equal educational opportunities to all qualified course participants. Contact us at healthcare@uta.edu or call 866-906-9190 for information regarding special accommodations.

TITLE IX POLICY The University of Texas at Arlington does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, disabilities, genetic information, and/or veteran status in its educational programs or activities it operates. For more information, visit uta.edu/eos. For information regarding Title IX, visit uta.edu/titleix.

WITHDRAWAL AND TRANSFER POLICY The University of Texas at Arlington reserves the right to change or cancel any class. In the event that a class must be changed or canceled, you will be notified by email and/or phone. You are required to provide a valid email address and phone number to ensure notification.

Cancellations due to insufficient enrollment will be made approximately one (1) to two (2) business days prior to the class start date. Participant withdrawals from a course, may result in a processing fee. If a course is canceled by UTA, participants have the option to transfer to another course, hold their funds in escrow, or receive a refund. No fees will be charged for these transactions if UTA cancels a class.

CONTACT US 817-272-2581 | healthcare@uta.edu | uta.edu/ded/hci The University of Texas Arlington Continuing Education Department (USPS 023-838) is published two to four times per year (March, August, October, December) by the staff of The University of Texas at Arlington, Division for Enterprise Development, 140 West Mitchell Street, Arlington, TX 76019. Periodical postage paid at Arlington, TX (Volume 21, Number 3, August 2022) POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the University of Texas at Arlington, Division for Enterprise Development, 140 West Mitchell Street, Box 19197, Arlington, TX 76019.

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