Anesthesia Technology - Associate of Science

The Anesthesia Technology degree program will teach you to provide a supporting role to an anesthesiologist in a clinical setting. Duties of an anesthesiology technologist include monitoring patients during anesthesia administration, assisting with intubations, preparing patients for treatment, explaining procedures to families, and providing other assistance. Anesthesia technologists must be familiar with medical terminology and understand clinical care and surgical procedures.Upon completion of this degree program, you should be able to assist an anesthesiologist in providing treatment by assisting with administration of general and local anesthesia, physically and mentally preparing the patient for treatment, and assisting in the transportation and positioning of patients under anesthesia.

Emergency Medical Services - Associate of Science

The EMS major combines Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedics courses, inclusive of clinical externships in hospitals, ambulance services and fire rescue services. Graduates are prepared with the knowledge, skills and professionalism necessary to obtain certification as an Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic to practice the art and science of out-of-hospital medicine in conjunction with medical direction. Curriculum is provided by the United States Government. Additional training in biological, chemical and hazardous materials is included.

Medical Assisting - Associate of Science in Allied Health

The Medical Assisting major provides students with the opportunity to develop clinical, laboratory, and the clerical skills required to be successful in employment in a health care facility. Students receive extensive core didactic medical science courses and clinical training giving them the required knowledge to successfully pass their certification exam.

Medical Office Administration - Insurance Billing & Coding - Associate of Science in Allied Health

The Medical Office Administration major with a Track in Insurance Billing and Coding provides students with the necessary background, knowledge, and specialized skills for a career in the medical billing and coding profession. Secretarial and administrative skills are emphasized providing graduates with the opportunity to qualify for entry level opportunities such as Medical Coding Clerk, Medical Billing Specialist, Medical Records Clerk and Medical Office Assistant.

Surgical Technology - Associate of Science

This degree program is designed to prepare students for careers in the surgical field. Surgical Technologists are allied health professionals who are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners who provide surgical care to patients. Surgical technologists work under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective practice of surgical procedures. They also work alongside the anesthesiologist, nurse anesthetist, and registered nurse to deliver integral patient care before, during and after surgery.Surgical technologists possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance in surgery.