WDCE Course Descriptions
HSC - Health Sciences
HSC167
Beginning Medical Terminology
This course is designed for those who are interested in developing the ability to read and understand the language of medicine. Useful for those entering employment in the medical field, for those engaged in the art of healing, and for those desiring a personal knowledge of medical terms.
HSC183
Medical Language Editor - Blended Instruction
Medical Language Editors interpret, edit, and transcribe dictation by physicians and other healthcare professionals. Medical language editing creates the legal documentation of medical care provided and facilitates the delivery of healthcare services and the reimbursement process. The program includes 780 hours of classroom and hands-on, distance learning study, and 240 hours of internship experience. For the transcription editing module of the program, students will be expected to work independent of classroom instruction and adhere to a formal schedule for progress. Upon completion, students will be able to sit for the Registered Medical Transcriptionist (RMT) exam offered by the American Association for Medical Transcription (AAMT).
Prerequisite(s): Demonstrated working use of the English language, typing speed of 50 wpm, and ability to hear/understand spoken language. Successful completion of a basic entry level skills test is necessary prior to acceptance.
HSC197
Intermediate Medical Terminology - Level II
This course is designed for those who are interested in enhancing their ability to read and understand the language of medicine. Useful for those entering employment in the medical field, for those engaged in the art of healing, and for those desiring a personal knowledge of medical terms.
Prerequisite(s): Beginning Medical Terminology or permission of the instructor
HSC215
Medical Billing and Coding Part III
This is the final course in a series which prepares students to sit for a national credentialing exam in ICD-9 and CPT coding. The cost of the certification exam will be the responsibility of the student. Parts I and II must be completed before registering for Part III.
HSC403
Key Skills for Transitioning to a Nurse Manager Role
The current staffing crisis in most hospitals has resulted in many promotions of staff nurses into managerial positions for which they are unprepared. Many hospitals do not have nurse manager orientation programs so they are not learning the essential foundation supervisory and leadership skills every mid-level manager needs. This program is designed to equip new and experienced nurse managers with the foundation of leadership skills they need to succed. Learn how to define leadership, identify characteristics of an effective leader, define coaching and compare it to leadership, develop a plan for the first 100 days in your new role as a nurse manager, and much more.
HSC509
NAPNES Pharmacology Certification for LPN's
This course is intended for LPNs who are familiar with the nursing process and who desire to become more knowledgeable about pharmacology. Topics covered include: general principles in pharmacology, pharmacology and the role of the LPN, drug therapy affecting the nervous system and special senses, drug therapy affecting kidney and body fluid composition, drug therapy affecting the cardiovascular system, drug therapy in infection, drug therapy in cancer, drug therapy affecting the gastrointestinal system and nutrition, drug therapy affecting respiratory function, drug therapy affecting endocrine and reproductive function, and drug therapy affecting skin.
HSC807
Incontinence Products Today: Challenges and Advancements
Attention all nursing home and hospital administrators, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs! This workshop will describe the advances in product design, manufacturing, and disposal of incontinence products in today's business and environment reality. After attending this session, participants will also have a working understanding to confidently evaluate the performance of incontinence products through standard testing methods.
HSC900
Medical Assistant - Level I and II
This program consists of classroom and laboratory instruction to prepare participants to perform general administrative, receptionist, and basic clinical procedures in doctor's offices, clinics, medical facilities, and human service agencies. Medical assistants primarily work in outpatient settings keeping offices and clinics running smoothly. The Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential is offered by the American Medical Technologies (AMT).