10-501-101 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
Focuses on the component parts of medical terms: prefixes, suffixes and word roots. You will practice formation, analysis and reconstruction of terms. Emphasis on spelling, definition and pronunciation. Introduction to operative, diagnostic, therapeutic and symptomatic terminology of all body systems, as well as systemic and surgical terminology. Lecture. 3 credits.
10-501-104 HEALTHCARE CUSTOMER SERVICE
Designed as an introduction to customer service for learners interested in working in various healthcare settings. The learner investigates healthcare systems, safety standards, and the workforce. The learner examines professionalism, interpersonal and written communication skills, and confidentiality as they relate to customer service in healthcare. Lecture. 2 credits.
10-501-107 INTRO TO HEALTHCARE COMPUTING
Introduction to basic computer functions and applications utilized in contemporary heathcare settings. Students are introduced to the hardware and software components of modern computer systems and the application of computers in the workplace. Emphasizes the use of common software packages, operating systems, file management, word processing, spreadsheet, database, Internet, and electronic mail. Lecture/Lab. 2 credits.
30-510-305 MEDICATION ASSISTANT
Consists of 68 hours of classroom and lab followed by 40 hours of clinical training in the long term care environment. This course is designed for certified nursing assistants that are currently active on the State of Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry, and who are currently working in long term care. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will have their name placed on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry. Lecture/Clinical. 3 credits.