Dental Assisting | 1 years / 450 hours

This program teaches four-handed dentistry and lab skills, prevention techniques,operative treatment, and specialty areas. Aclinical experience in a dental office isa required part of the program. Students must provide transportation to the clinicalsite. The course provides preparation for students interested in dental careerssuch as dental hygienist, lab technician, x-ray technician, and dentist, as well asfor those interested in immediate employment as a dental assistant. Additionalcertification allows students to become certified or registered assistants licensedto perform oral procedures under the supervision of a dentist. High school seniorsare given priority for admissions to this course.Recommended skills: Word processing and strong communication skills arerecommended.

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Health and Fitness Technology | Tech Prep | 2 years / 900 hours

This course introduces students to the fields of fitness, personal training, nutrition,and physical rehabilitative therapy through preparation as an entry level personaltrainer, fitness technician or group fitness instructor. Course outline includes:basics in human anatomy, exercise physiology, and kinesiology, as well as exer-cise program design and nutrition. Wellness/fitness workers and physical therapyaides are skilled workers employed in fitness centers, corporate wellnessprograms, hospitals, sports medicine clinics, and rehabilitation centers. Aclinicalexperience is offered in the second year, where students may work in fitness, well-ness, and rehabilitative settings.

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Medical Assistant | Tech Prep | 2 years / 900 hours

This program emphasizes physician assisting skills. It is divided into two years -an administrative year and a clinical year. Astudent may begin the program at thebeginning of either year. The curriculum covers medical terminology and abbreviations, medical law and ethics, insurance billing and coding, medical history tak-ing, computerized scheduling, in-depth computerized software (Medisoft), infectioncontrol, vital signs, electrocardiograms, laboratory procedures including urinalysis,Strep tests, capillary sticks, and venipuncture techniques. Students will learn toassist the physician with special procedures and minor surgery. Proper communi-cations skills and professionalism will be emphasized. Upon completion of the twoyear program, students may receive up to 7 college credits at Ocean CountyCollege (OCC) in the Allied Health Programs. Students may pursue their certifica-tion as a medical assistant or continue studies for radiology technician, licensedpractical or registered nurse, health information technologist, billing and codingspecialist and many other healthcare careers. Recommended skills: Keyboarding skills are strongly recommended.

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Medical Skills and Related Health Careers | 2 years / 900 hours

The first year provides an exploration of several health career options. Thecurriculum covers anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, and key conceptsin health care such as professionalism and ethics. Basic patient care skills such asbody mechanics, bed making, transferring patients, and personal care includingfeeding, bathing, and oral care, are covered. Aclinical experience is provided at along-term care facility. The second year is geared toward preparing the student to become a CertifiedNurse Assistant. The curriculum and clinical experiences are mandated by theState Department of Health and Senior Services. Upon successful completion ofthe 90 hour program, the student may take the two-part state exam to earn theircertification as a Nurse Aide and may qualify for a work-study program offeredthrough OCVTS. The Certified Nurse Aide curriculum is a good foundation to helpprepare students for a career path in Nursing. Other components of the classinclude: membership in HOSA(Health Occupations Students of America), a stu-dent organization emphasizing professionalism and leadership skills for studentswho are pursuing a health career. Recommended Skills: Strong math and science skills are recommended. Goodattendance.

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