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Medical Technology Program

Wharton County Junior College, Continuing Education offers programs that can lead to certification or licensure in the ever-growing medical field.  We offer small classes at convenient time to work with your demanding schedule.  Some medical course offerings include: 

• Phlebotomy Technician

• Certified Nurse Aide

• Pharmacy Technician

• Medical Terminology

• Medical Billing and Coding

• Basic Medical Assistant Technician

• Medical Transcription

 Medical Program Requirements:

All students interested in continuing education medical programs should complete the following requirements before registering for class:

1. Pre-TASP Reading Test and obtain a score of 14 or higher.

2. Have a copy of high school transcript showing date of graduation or a copy of GED.

3. Immunizations/Boosters for Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR); Tetanus within the last ten years; Varicella (Chickenpox) or evidence of the disease; Hepatitis B series completed/started by the first day of class; TB skin test with results within 60 days of the course beginning.

4. Background Check (to be completed at the student’s expense).

PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN:  This course provides skill development in the performance of a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques and standard precautions. Emphasis placed on infection prevention, proper patient identification, labeling of specimens, quality assurance, specimen handling, processing and accessioning. Additional topics include professionalism, ethics and some medical terminology. Class meets for 8 weeks prior to clinical rotations. This course includes 120-hours of work-based instruction through clinical rotations.

Supplies: Textbooks are available at the WCJC Bookstore, Clinical Handbook & packet are given on the first day of class.  Disposable lab coat or scrubs (top and bottoms), 1 box disposable gloves (hospital grade), non-skid shoes.

FALL 2008 CLASS DATES
Phlebotomy Technician (Lecture/Lab)
Course Number:  60058
Dates:  9/22-11/13
Times:  6PM-9PM
Days:  Mondays & Thursdays
Location:  Fort Bend Technical Center, Room-TC-214
Co-Requisite:  Phlebotomy Technician (Clinical)

Phlebotomy Technician (Clinical)
Course Number:  60057
Dates:  TBA; Students receive clinical assignments in class
Times:  TBA; Students receive clinical assignments in class
Days:   TBA; Students receive clinical assignments in class
Location:  TBA; Students receive clinical assignments in class
Co-Requisite:  Phlebotomy (Lecture/Lab) 

CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE:  This course provides preparation for entry-level nursing assistants to achieve a level of knowledge, skill, and ability for providing care to residents of long term care facilities.  Upon passing the state exam, students will enter the field as a Certified Nurse Aide. 

Supplies:  2 textbooks are required and are available at the WCJC Bookstore.  A workbook, which is recommended (but not required), is also available at the WCJC Bookstore.  Scrubs (top and bottom), stethoscope, watch with second hand, non-skid and non-skid shoes. 

FALL 2008 CLASS DATES
Certified Nurse Aide (Lecture/Lab)
Course Number:  60060
Dates:  9/16 – 11/18/2008
Times:  6PM-9PM
Days:  Tuesdays & Thursdays
Location:  Bay City Campus
Co-Requisite:  Certified Nurse Aide (Clinical) 

Certified Nurse Aide (Clinical)
Course Number:  70002
Dates:  TBA; Students receive clinical assignments in class
Times:  TBA; Students receive clinical assignments in class
Days:   TBA; Students receive clinical assignments in class
Location:  TBA; Students receive clinical assignments in class
Co-Requisite:  Certified Nurse Aide (Lecture/Lab) 

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN: The Professional Pharmacy Technician program is designed to teach students the fundamentals of being a Pharmacy Technician. The program is geared towards a variety of students including those interested in becoming a pharmacy technician, pre-pharmacy students, or those with a healthcare background looking to strengthen current skills. This class introduces students to various practice pharmacy settings and covers drug classes, basic physiology, drug interactions, prescription processing, pharmaceutical calculations, and daily pharmacy operations. This program trains individuals to effectively assist in pharmaceutical preparations and complete daily required tasks in any pharmacy environment. Students will prepare and register for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam. Hands on Compounding/IV Admixture experience is brought to the classroom. All classes are taught by an interim licensed or practicing Registered or Doctor of Pharmacy who brings real life experiences to the classroom.

FALL 2008 CLASS DATES
Pharmacy Technician
Course Number:  60056
Dates:  9/16 – 12/11/2008
Times:  6PM-9PM
Days:  Tuesdays & Thursdays
Location:  Sugar Land Campus, Room 608 

MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY:  This course is a study of basic medical terminology related to the healthcare industry.  Emphasis is placed on human body systems, anatomy, diseases, and treatment.  Relevant clinical examples and current topics of medical interest will be covered un this course.  Homework, examinations, and regular attendance are very important in this class.  This course is designed to prepare students for many medical training programs, including the Anatomy and Physiology course in the college credit nursing program.  Note:  There are no medical requirements for entering this course offering.  No background check is required. 

This course is not offered in the FALL 2008 semester. 

MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING:  This program provides information on completion of medical claim forms and will provide skills and knowledge in the medical record field for IDC-9 and CPT Coding insurance forms for reimbursement of medical services.  The student will identify nomenclatures and classification systems and assign codes using appropriate rules, principles and guidelines.  Required pre-requisite: Medical Terminology or at least one year working in the medical field.  Note:  No medical requirements for entering this course offering.  No background check is required.

FALL 2008 CLASS DATES
Medical Billing and Coding (Introduction)
Course Number:  60055
Dates:  10/20 – 12/09/2008
Times:  5:30PM-9:30PM
Days:  Mondays and Wednesdays
Location:  Sugar Land Campus, Room 403

Medical Billing and Coding (Advanced)
Offered in the spring 2009 semester.  Dates to be announced at a later date.   

BASIC MEDICAL ASSISTANT TECHNICIAN:  Students in this program will train in performing duties that are the responsibility of the medical assistant in the medical office or clinical setting.  Students will learn a wide variety of administrative and clerical duties, including the basic of law and ethics, fundamental oral and written communication skills, patient education, managing and scheduling appointments and/or surgeries, telephone and reception duties, medical records management, processing medical insurance forms, and credit and collections.  Medical assistants also prepare examination rooms, assist with examinations and treatments, take medical histories, and check vital signs in patients.  Note:  No medical requirements for entering this course offering.  No background check is required. 

FALL 2008 CLASS DATES
Basic Medical Assistant Technician
Course Number:  60093
Dates:  9/22 – 10/15/2008
Times:  5:30PM-9:30PM
Days:  Mondays and Wednesdays
Location:  El Campo, Northside Education Center 

Basic Medical Assistant Technician
Course Number:  60092
Dates:  9/27 – 11/15/2008
Times:  9:00AM-1:00PM
Days:  Saturdays
Location:  Bay City Campus 

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION:  This is a course involving skill using word processing and machine transcription of medical reports for hospitals, clinics, and physicians offices; including transcription of actual physician dictation in history/physical examinations, consultations, x-ray reports, operative reports, and discharge summaries with academic study of selected terminology, medical report format, and use of medical references.  Medical Transcription is a fast-growing profession and demand for qualified professionals is at an all-time high!  Typing speed of 45wpm or faster is preferable.  Textbook and medical transcription equipment is required for this class.  Note:  No medical requirements for this course offering.  No background check is required. 

FALL 2008 CLASS DATES
Medical Transcription
Course Number:  60061
Dates:  9/22 – 10/29/2008
Times:  9:00PM-1:00PM
Days:  Mondays and Wednesdays
Location:  El Campo, Northside Education Center 

Medical Transcription
Course Number:  60062
Dates:  10/07 – 11/13/2008
Times:  2:30PM-5:30PM
Days:  Tuesdays and Thursdays
Location:  Bay City Campus 

For a current copy of the Continuing Education schedule please visit:  http://www.wcjc.edu/catalogs_n/default.asp

If you have any questions regarding medical technology courses, please contact:  Jessica Douglas:  (979) 532-6324; or toll free:  (800) 561-9252 extension 6324; or email jessicad@wcjc.edu