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Health careers offered throughout
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HCRC Staff
Contents
Who We Are and What We Do ....................................... 3
Meet Our Staff ................................................................ 4
HCRC Contact Information .............................................. 5
Biotechnology ................................................................. 6
Diagnostic Medical Sonography...................................... 7
Echocardiology Technology ............................................ 8
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Paramedic ....... 9
Health Information Management ................................. 10
Invasive Cardiovascular Technology ............................. 11
Medical Assisting........................................................... 12
Medical Front Office ..................................................... 13
Medical Lab Technology ............................................... 14
Medical Staff Services ................................................... 15
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) ............................. 16
Nursing .......................................................................... 17
Pharmacy Technician .................................................... 18
Radiological Sciences .................................................... 19
Respiratory Care............................................................ 20
Social Work ................................................................... 21
Substance Abuse Counseling ........................................ 22
Surgical Technology ...................................................... 23
Veterinary Technology .................................................. 24
Program Quick Guide .................................................... 25
Who We Are and What We Do
HEALTH CAREERS
RESOURCE CENTER
MEET OUR STAFF
“I am excited to be involved in the development of
the HCRC. My hope is to be a one-stop approach
for students to find a career, enroll at DCCCD, and
ultimately find employment. We want to be functional
and user-friendly. One of our primary objectives is to
be here for students who are undecided about their
careers. We are here to answer questions and guide
them through a decision making process.”
JUNE
MOLLY HCRC DIRECTOR
“The student is the center of my
focus. My goal is to help students
make better informed decisions about
their educational goals and careers.”
“I’m here to serve the staff and
students of the DCCCD in any way that
meets their needs. There is no problem
too big or too small and impossible is
not part of my vocabulary.”
DANIELLE
WALTER
“I like to assist students in making
realistic choices about their
education, training and work related
to health career programs.”
HCRC Contact Information
Health Careers Resource Center
Contact Information
HCRC
701 Elm Street, 7th Floor
Dallas, TX 75202
(214) 860-2283
Email: [email protected]
Also on the World Wide Web:
www.dcccd.edu/HCRC
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Biotechnology
At a Glance
What does a biological or clinical lab technician do?
Uses the tools of biotechnology in tests and experiments that can make medical
diagnoses, create genetically-altered agricultural strains, develop pollution-fighting
microbes for environmental and industrial applications, and use DNA fingerprinting in
forensic investigations.
A biological technician, often requiring a bachelor’s degree, helps laboratory scientists
set up, operate and maintain laboratory instruments; monitor experiments; calculate
and record results; and analyze organic substances such as blood, food and drugs.
A clinical laboratory technician, for which an associate degree normally qualifies,
performs routine laboratory tests under supervision of lab professionals.
Almost all biotechnology-related positions work in a lab setting and require
communication with scientists and/or medical staff, often for the benefit of patients
but with no hands-on patient contact.
What is the career outlook?
Extremely diverse job opportunities, especially when combined with additional training; employers include agricultural
companies, colleges and universities, food processing industries, biotechnology companies, medical schools,
pharmaceutical companies and public and private research institutions.
Job settings are in a laboratory with a standard 40-hour work week
Biological technicians: expected job growth in Texas 23% through 2016, with median salaries $16.02 per hour or $33,300
annually*
Clinical laboratory technicians: expected job growth in Texas 29% through 2016, with median salaries $15.55 per hour or
$32,300 annually*
Statistics are included only as guidelines and will vary with fluctuations in the economy and job market. More specific local hiring and
salary information can be obtained at college information sessions.
Biotechnology program
El Centro
Credit
hours
Biotechnology Associate in Applied Sciences Degree

70-72
Biotechnology Certificate

28-29
Awards and coursework
Measures of effectiveness
Employment rates for DCCCD graduates**
Continuing Education
contact hours
El Centro
85.71%
Who can help me decide which health science career is right for me?
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center I Map
701 Elm Street • Dallas, Texas 75202 • 214-860-2283 • [email protected]
One-half block from the DART West End rail station
What more do I need to know?
Acceptance to the Biotechnology program is by acceptance to El Centro or other DCCCD college, and completion of
prerequisite courses with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
For more information, see the DCCCD program page for Biotechnology
*America’s Career Infonet 2009 data for biological technicians and medical and clinical laboratory technicians
** Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Perkins 2009-2010
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Diagnostic Medical Sonography
At a Glance
What does a diagnostic medical sonographer do?
Performs sonographic exams using high-frequency sound waves to visualize
internal organs
Uses specialized ultrasound equipment, helps decide which images to use,
summarizes technical findings and coordinates work with physicians and other
health care team members
Has direct and extensive patient contact
Creates sonographic images used by physicians to make a medical diagnosis
What is the career outlook?
Excellent job opportunities, with multiple specialties or credentials most in demand and best paid
Most jobs still in hospitals and clinics, but procedures increasingly performed in outpatient settings
40-hour work week typical for full-time sonographers, but may include evening, weekend or on-call hours, as well as
reporting to work on short notice
In Texas: 30% job growth projected through 2016; median salaries $29.55 per hour or $61,500 annually *
Statistics are included only as guidelines and will vary with fluctuations in the economy and job market. More specific local hiring and
salary information can be obtained at college information sessions.
Diagnostic Medical Sonography program
El
Centro
Credit
hours
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Associate in Applied Sciences Degree
√
72
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Advanced Technical Certificate
√
44
Awards and coursework
Continuing
Education
contact hours
Measures of effectiveness
Licensure exam pass rates for DCCCD students**
100%
Licensure/Certification through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical
Sonography
Employment rates for DCCCD graduates***
92.31%
Who can help me decide which health science career is right for me?
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center I Map
701 Elm Street • Dallas, Texas 75202 • 214-860-2283 • [email protected]
One-half block from the DART West End rail station
What more do I need to know?
• Acceptance to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is by a competitive selection process based on a weighted
point system.
• For more information, see the DCCCD program page for Diagnostic Medical Sonography
* America’s Career Infonet 2009 data for diagnostic medical sonographers
** Licensure Data Reporting System from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board 2007-08
*** Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Perkins 2009-2010
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Echocardiology Technology
At a Glance
What does an echocardiology technologist do?
Uses ultrasound to create images of patients’ cardiac systems
called echocardiograms, used by doctors to diagnose
cardiovascular problems
Presents summary of findings to doctors to use in patient
diagnosis, explains test procedures and may assist physicians
performing other procedures
Has hands-on work conducting non-invasive procedures,
sometimes with critically ill patients, interacting with both patients and medical staff
What is the career outlook?
Echocardiology technologists, or cardiographers, usually work in hospitals, clinics and doctors’ offices
Typical five-day, 40-hour work week may include weekends, nights or on-call hours
In Texas: 43% projected job growth through 2016; median salaries $25.31 per hour or $52,600 annually*
Statistics are included only as guidelines and will vary with fluctuations in the economy and job market. More specific local hiring
and salary information can be obtained at college information sessions.
Echocardiology program
Awards and coursework
Brookhaven
El Centro
Mountain
View
Credit
hours
Echocardiology Technology Associate in Applied Sciences Degree

70-71
Echocardiology Technology Advanced Technical Certificate

45-46
Pediatric Echocardiology Technology Associate in Applied Sciences Degree

70-71
Pediatric Echocardiology Technology Advanced Technical Certificate

45-46
Continuing Education coursework for specific skills training
Measures of effectiveness



Continuing
Education
contact
hours
varied
El Centro
Licensure exam pass rates for DCCCD students**
100%
Licensure / Certification through American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Employment rates for DCCCD graduates***
92.31%
Who can help me decide which health science career is best for me?
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center l Map
701 Elm Street • Dallas, Texas 75202 • General Information: 214-860-2283 • Email: [email protected]
• One-half block from the DART West End rail station
What more do I need to know?
Acceptance to the credit Echocardiology Technology program is by a competitive selection process based on a weighted
point system.
For more information, see the DCCCD program page for Echocardiology Technology.
*America’s Career Infonet 2009 data for cardiovascular technologists and technicians
**Licensure Data Reporting System from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board 2007-08
***Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Perkins 2009-2010
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Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Paramedic
At a Glance
What does an EMT or paramedic do?
Both emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics work in emergency settings
to assess patients’ injuries, provide immediate medical care and transport sick or injured
patients to medical facilities
EMTs receive training of 150-200 hours, depending on basic or intermediate level of
certification
Paramedics, who must earn EMT certification first, receive training of at least 1,000 hours and provide more extensive care, including
administering medications, interpreting EKGs, performing intubations and using other complex equipment
What is the career outlook?
Many EMTs and paramedics work shifts of 24 hours on followed by 48 hours off
Work is both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather, in fast-paced and physically demanding conditions
Jobs available in fire and police departments, private ambulance services, hospitals and emergency 911 services
In Texas: projected job growth in a combined job category 28% through 2016; median salaries $13.47 per hour or $28,000-$42,000
annually for EMTs and $50,000-$70,000 annually for paramedics *
Statistics are included only as guidelines and will vary with fluctuations in the economy and job market. More specific local hiring and salary information can be obtained at
college information sessions.
EMS and Paramedic programs
Awards and coursework
Brookhaven
EMS: Paramedicine Associate in Applied Sciences
Degree
EMS: Emergency Medical Technician Basic Certificate
EMS: Paramedicine Level I Certificate
CVC
EFC
Mountain
View
NLC
RLC
















Paramedic: Paramedic Level I Certificate
Continuing Education coursework for specific skills
training
El
Centro



Measures of effectiveness
Credit
hours
Continuing
Education
contact hours
68-72
14-16
40-41
42



Brookhaven
El
Centro
76%
97.0%
100%
97.4%

varied
Licensure exam pass rates for DCCCD students**
Licensure/Certification: The Texas Department of State Health Services provides
certification for licensing EMTs and paramedics in the state.
Employment rates for DCCCD graduates***
Who can help me decide which health science career is best for me?
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center l Map
701 Elm Street • Dallas, Texas 75202 • 214-860-2283 • [email protected]
One-half block from the DART West End rail station
What more do I need to know?
The EMS program is located at Brookhaven College. The Paramedic program is offered by El Centro College in cooperation with
UT-Southwestern Medical Center on its site.
Acceptance to the EMS program at Brookhaven is on a first-come, first-served basis without regards to professional affiliation,
through open admission to the college with other requirements such as proof of immunization and insurance coverage. Priority
acceptance to El Centro’s Paramedic program is given to area EMS agency personnel, with non-agency applicants accepted as
space is available. All applicants to either paramedic program must have completed EMT training.
For more information, see the DCCCD program page for Emergency Medical Services and Paramedic
* Salary.com and America’s Career Infonet 2009 data for emergency medical technicians and paramedics
**Licensure Data Reporting System from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board 2007-08
***Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Perkins 2009-2010
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Health Information Management
At a Glance
What does a health information technician do?
Organizes and manages health information data consistent with medical,
administrative, legal and regulatory requirements,
Compiles patients’ health information including medical history,
symptoms, exam results, diagnostic tests, treatment methods and other
healthcare provider services
Works in an office using administrative, organizational and computer
skills within a medical setting for the benefit of patients, communicating with doctors and other healthcare
professionals, but conducting no medical procedures and having little direct patient contact
What is the career outlook?
Expanded job opportunities with increasing use of electronic health records (EHR) broaden job responsibilities and
require skills such as maintaining EHR security and analyzing electronic data
Specialization includes medical records coding: assigning and sequencing diseases and procedures with set
classification standards and codes
Jobs available in hospitals, healthcare facilities, outpatient clinics, doctors’ offices, pharmaceutical companies,
insurance agencies, consulting firms, governmental agencies
In Texas: projected job growth of 32% through 2016, with median salaries $14.12 per hour, or $29,400 annually*
Statistics are included only as guidelines and will vary with fluctuations in the economy and job market. More specific local hiring
and salary information can be obtained at college information sessions.
Health Information Management program
Awards and coursework
Health Information Management Associate in Applied Science Degree
(inactive degree plan as of June 2010, though individual courses may
still be taken)
Health Information Management – Medical Record Coder
Mountain
View
Credit
hours

62-65

41-42
Measures of effectiveness
DCCCD Graduate Employment Rates**
Continuing
Education contact
hours
Mountain
View
100%
Who can help me decide which health science career is best for me?
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center I Map
701 Elm Street • Dallas, Texas 75202 • 214-860-2283 • [email protected]
One-half block from the DART West End rail station
What more do I need to know?
Health Information Management is a completely online program offered through Mountain View College.
Acceptance to the Health Information Management program is by admission to Mountain View College; initial
coursework may be started at any other DCCCD college as well.
For more information, see the DCCCD program page for Health Information Management
*America’s Career Infonet 2009 data for medical records and information technicians
**Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Perkins 2009-2010
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Invasive Cardiovascular Technology
At a Glance
What does an invasive cardiovascular technologist do?
Assists physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiac and vascular diseases
Helps doctors conduct invasive cardiac catheterization procedures in which
a small tube, or catheter, is used to help determine blockages or monitor
abnormal electrical impulses
Prepares and positions patients for procedures, administers anesthesia,
monitors blood pressure and heart rates during procedures, may perform EKGs and other tests, and may help
doctors during surgeries
Has direct patient contact, often with critically ill patients during tests or surgery, and interacts with doctors and
medical staff
Statistics are included only as guidelines and will vary with fluctuations in the economy and job market. More specific local
hiring and salary information can be obtained at college information sessions.
What is the career outlook?
Most work in hospitals, clinics and doctors’ offices
Typical five-day, 40-hour work week may include weekends, nights or on-call hours; those who work in heart
catheterization labs tend to work longer hours and evenings
Will be in increasingly high demand with aging population and higher incidence of heart disease with necessary
procedures to diagnose and correct
Those with multiple credentials, trained to perform a wide variety of procedures, will have best job prospects
In Texas: 43% projected job growth through 2016 with median salaries $25.31 per hour or $52,600 annually*
Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program
Awards and coursework
El Centro
Credit hours
Invasive Cardiovascular Technology Associate in Applied Sciences Degree

70-71
Invasive Cardiovascular Technology Advanced Technical Certificate

43-44
Measures of effectiveness
Licensure exam pass rates for DCCCD students**
Continuing
Education
contact hours
El Centro
100%
Licensure/Certification through the Texas Department of State Health Services
Employment rates for DCCCD graduates***
95.83%
Who can help me decide which health science career is right for me?
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center I Map
701 Elm Street • Dallas, Texas 75202 • 214-860-2283 • [email protected]
One-half block from the DART West End rail station
What more do I need to know?
Acceptance to the Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program is by a competitive selection process based on a
weighted point system.
For more information, see the DCCCD program page for Invasive Cardiovascular Technology.
*America’s Career Infonet 2009 data for cardiovascular technicians
*Licensure Data Reporting System from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board 2007-08
**Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Perkins 2009-2010
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Medical Assisting
At a Glance
What does a medical assistant do?
Performs administrative and clinical tasks that help the offices of doctors and
other health practitioners run smoothly
Schedules appointments, maintains medical records, bills and codes for
insurance purposes, takes and records vital signs and medical histories, prepares
patients for examination, draws blood and gives medication as directed by a
physician
Has direct patient contact with hands-on medical procedures, but also does office work and communicates with
medical staff (note: medical assistants are different than physician’s assistants, who examine and diagnose patients
under the direct supervision of a physician)
What is the career outlook?
One of the fastest-growing careers in the nation, as healthcare facilities need support personnel who can handle
both administrative and clinical duties
Standard five-day, 40-hour work week may include weekends, nights or on-call hours
Job opportunities most plentiful for medical assistants with certification
Work available in doctors’ offices, hospitals, nursing homes, emergency clinics and outpatient care facilities
In Texas: 54% projected job growth through 2016 and median salaries $12.66 per hour or $26,300 annually*
Statistics are included only as guidelines and will vary with fluctuations in the economy and job market. More specific local hiring and salary information can be
obtained at college information sessions.
Medical Assisting program
Awards and coursework
Brookhaven
Medical Assistant Certificate

Richland

Medical Assistant
Continuing Education coursework for specific skills training
El Centro

Credit
hours
Continuing
Education
contact hours
39

768

Varied
Measures of effectiveness
DCCCD Graduate Employment Rates**
98.73%
Licensure/Certification through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
Who can help me decide which health sciences career is right for me?
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center I Map
701 Elm Street • Dallas, TX 75202 • General Information: 214-860-2283 • Email: [email protected]
• One-half block from the DART West End rail station
What more do I need to know?
• Acceptance to the credit Medical Assisting program is by a competitive selection process based on a weighted point
system.
• For more information, see the DCCCD program page for Medical Assisting.
*America’s Career Infonet 2009 data for medical assistants
**Licensure Data Reporting System from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board 2007-08
***Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Perkins 2009-2010
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Medical Front Office
At a Glance
What does a medical front office assistant do?
Practices information technology skills in the “front office” of a healthcare
facility so that the “back office” medical staff, including care providers such as
doctors and nurses, can function efficiently
Performs administrative duties such as working with incoming and outgoing
patients, scheduling and monitoring appointments, applying standardized
codes to patient records, and insurance billing
Works in a medical facility, primarily in computer and communication skills, without medically-related patient
contact
What is the career outlook?
Jobs available in doctors’ offices, clinics, healthcare agencies, medical insurance companies, primary healthcare
organizations, surgical centers and long-term or extended home care settings
Typical five-day, 40-hour work week in the office of various types of medical facilities
In Texas: 30-50% projected job growth through 2016 and median salaries $12.66-$13.33 per hour or $26,300$27,700 annually*
Statistics are included only as guidelines and will vary with fluctuations in the economy and job market. More specific local hiring and
salary information can be obtained at college information sessions.
Medical Front Office program
Awards and Certificates
Brookhaven
Cedar
Valley
Eastfield
El
Centro
Mountain View
Richland
Credit
Hours
Medical Front Office Assistant Certificate

26
Medical Front Office Assistant
Marketable Skills Achievement Award

12
Continuing Education coursework for
specific skills training
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Continuing
Education
contact hours
Varied
Who can help me decide which health science career is best for me?
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center I Map
701 Elm Street • Dallas, TX 75202 • General Information: 214-860-2283 • Email: [email protected]
• One-half block from the DART West End rail station
What more do I need to know?
Acceptance into the credit Medical Front Office program is through the general admission process to Brookhaven
College. The Medical Front Office Assistant Certificate is for individuals who have at least one year of office
experience, are new to a medical setting, can demonstrate proficiency in document formatting, and who have
successfully completed the courses in the Medical Front Office Marketable Skills Achievement Award.
For more information, see the DCCCD program page for Medical Front Office
*America’s Career Infonet 2009 data for medical assistants-administrative and medical secretaries
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Medical Lab Technology
At a Glance
What does a medical laboratory technician do?
Works in a laboratory setting, using sophisticated equipment to
perform complex chemical and analytical tests that play a critical role
in detecting, diagnosing and treating diseases
May perform many types of tests in a small laboratory, but usually
works within a specialty area in a large lab
Makes cultures of body fluid and tissue samples to determine presence of microorganisms, tests for drug levels in
blood that show how a patient is responding to treatment, types and cross-matches blood samples for transfusions,
evaluates test results and analyzes findings for doctors
Performs lab tests that help physicians make diagnoses but does not interact directly with patients
What is the career outlook?
Work is in laboratory settings under safe conditions for handling infectious specimens
May work day or nights, including weekends and holidays on rotating shifts, increasing salary from base rates
Most jobs available in doctors’ offices and diagnostic laboratories, though also in educational services and other
ambulatory healthcare services
In Texas: projected job growth 29% through 2016, median salaries $15.55 per hour or $32,300 annually*
Statistics are included only as guidelines and will vary with fluctuations in the economy and job market. More specific local hiring and
salary information can be obtained at college information sessions.
Medical Laboratory Technology program
Awards and Coursework
Medical Laboratory Technology Associate in Applied Sciences Degree
El
Centro
Credit
hours

72
Measures of effectiveness
El Centro
Licensure exam pass rates for DCCCD students**
Licensure/Certification through the American Society for Clinical Pathology
75%
Employment rates for DCCCD graduates***
88.89%
Continuing
Education
contact hours
Who can help me decide which health science career is right for me?
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center I Map
701 Elm Street • Dallas, Texas 75202 • 214-860-2283 • [email protected]
One-half block from the DART West End rail station
What more do I need to know?
• Acceptance to the Medical Laboratory Technology program is by a competitive selection process based on a weighted
point system.
• For more information, see the DCCCD program page for Medical Lab Technology.
*America’s Career Infonet 2009 data for medical and clinical laboratory technicians
**Licensure Data Reporting System from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board 2007-08
***Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Perkins 2009-2010
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Medical Staff Services
At a Glance
What does a medical staff services coordinator do?
Monitors the verification process for medical staff to ensure compliance with
standard credentialing procedures
Performs administrative duties such as ensuring state medical licenses are up-todate, checking status on new license applications, maintaining an information database for physicians and allied
health professionals, managing credentialing, and assisting with accreditation standards and regulatory compliance
Works in an office setting, monitoring medical credentialing which will benefit patients but with no hands-on or
direct patient contact; generally reports to top management
What is the career outlook?
Jobs available in healthcare settings that include hospitals, managed care organizations, large physician groups and
credentialing organizations
Median salaries in the U.S. $63,387, with the top 75 percent of workers in the field making more than $80,000*
Statistics are included only as guidelines and will vary with fluctuations in the economy and job market. More specific
local hiring and salary information can be obtained at college information sessions.
Medical Staff Services program
Awards and Certificates
Medical Staff Services Associate in Applied Sciences Degree
Continuing Education coursework for specific skills training
El Centro


Measures of effectiveness
Licensure exam pass rates for DCCCD students**
Credit hours
Continuing
Education contact
hours
64
varied
El Centro
N/A
Licensure/Certification through the National Association of Medical Staff Services
(NAMSS)
Employment rates for DCCCD graduates***
85.71%
Who can help me decide which health science career is best for me?
701 Elm Street • Dallas, Texas 75202 • 214-860-2283 • [email protected]
One-half block from the DART West End rail station
What more do I need to know?
This is a completely online program offered through DCCCD El Centro College. The program is no longer accepting
applicants to complete the associate degree, though individual credit courses may be taken. As each credit course is
phased out it will be replaced with a Continuing Education course.
For more information, see the DCCCD program page for Medical Staff Services.
* Salary.com: medical staff credentialing manager
**Licensure Data Reporting System from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board 2007-08
***Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Perkins 2009-2010
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
At a Glance
What does an MRI technologist do?
• Performs non-invasive patient examinations using magnetism and radio frequency
energy to visualize a wide variety of internal body structures, helping doctors to
diagnose conditions that may not be possible with other imaging methods
• Follows physicians’ orders precisely, operates sophisticated machinery, explains
procedures to patients, and may keep records, prepare work schedules or manage
a department
• Has extensive direct contact with both medical staff and patients, but within a medical context performs only the noninvasive MRI procedure
What is the career outlook?
• Adding MRI as an imaging specialty can improve job opportunities for all kinds of radiologic technologists
• 40-hour week is typical, and may include evening, weekend or on-call hours
• Work available in hospitals, medical centers, diagnostic imaging centers or physicians’ offices
• In Texas: projected job growth of 30% through 2016, with median salaries $25.15 per hour or $52,300 annually*
Statistics are included only as guidelines and will vary with fluctuations in the economy and job market. More specific local hiring and
salary information can be obtained at college information sessions.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging program
El Centro
Credit
hours
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Associate in Applied Sciences Degree

66-67
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Advanced Technical Certificate

33-34
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certificate

Coursework and awards
Measures of effectiveness
Licensure exam pass rates for DCCCD students**
Licensure/Certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Employment rates for DCCCD graduates***
Continuing
Education contact
hours
704
El Centro
100%
96.51%
Who can help me decide which health science career is right for me?
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center I Map
701 Elm Street • Dallas, Texas 75202 • 214-860-2283 • [email protected]
One-half block from the DART West End rail station
What more do I need to know?
• Acceptance to the MRI associate degree program is by a competitive selection process based on a weighted point system.
The Advanced Technical Certificate is for students who have earned at least an associate degree in a designated allied
health field or B.S. degree with a major in a science discipline, and who have current registry in radiography, nuclear
medicine technology, radiation therapy or sonography.
• For more information, see the DCCCD program page for Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
*America’s Career Infonet 2009 data for radiologic technologists and technicians
**Licensure Data Reporting System from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board 2007-08
***Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Perkins 2009-2010
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center
Nursing
At a Glance
What does a nurse do?
Registered nurses (RNs) administer medication, perform diagnostic tests, operate
medical machinery, develop and carry out healthcare plans, and educate patients
and the public
Licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) care for patients under the direction of doctors
and registered nurses, taking vital signs, giving injections and dressing wounds,
assisting with personal hygiene, collecting lab samples, and monitoring medication
or treatment
Most nursing jobs are hands-on medical work that help to diagnose and treat patients; there are some exceptions
What is the career outlook?
Diverse job settings for both LVNs and RNs include hospitals, clinics, doctors’ offices, home healthcare, nursing care facilities and
schools. Highest job growth expected in geriatric healthcare services
Nationwide nursing shortage ensures high employability, especially for those with multiple specialties or certifications
Hours and conditions vary widely, but may include 24-hour or night shifts, weekends and holidays. Part-time and shift work widely
available
RNs: Job growth in Texas projected 38% through 2016, with median salaries $30.31 per hour or $63,000 annually*
LVN’s: Job growth in Texas projected 24% through 2016, with median salaries $19.11 per hour or $39,700 annually*
Statistics are included only as guidelines and will vary with fluctuations in the economy and job market. More specific local hiring and salary information can be
obtained at college information sessions.
Nursing programs
Awards and certificates
Brookhaven
Associate Degree Nursing AAS
(Brookhaven College)

Cedar
Valley
Measures of effectiveness
Licensure exam pass rates for DCCCD students**
Associate Degree Nursing students
Licensed Vocational Nursing Students
(Licensure/Certification through the Texas Board of Nursing)
Employment rates for DCCCD graduates***
Associate Degree Nursing students
Licensed Vocational Nursing students
Mountain
View
North
Lake
Credit
hours
Continuing
Education
contact hours
72
Associate Degree Nursing AAS
(El Centro and North Lake colleges)
Associate Degree Nursing AAS
(Mountain View College: pending approval by the Texas Board
of Nursing for Fall 2011)
Perioperative Nursing Enhanced Skills Certificate
LVN to RN bridge option
Vocational Nursing Certificate
Continuing Education coursework for specific skills training
El Centro
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El Centro
100%
99%
N/A
100%
92.73%
96.95%
N/A
72
10
14
51

Brookhaven
71
Varied
96.55%
Who can help me decide which health science career is best for me?
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center I Map
701 Elm Street • Dallas, Texas 75202 • 214-860-2283 • [email protected]
One-half block from the DART West End rail station
What more do I need to know?
Acceptance to all Nursing programs is by a competitive selection process based on a weighted point system.
El Centro’s Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program has an extension campus at North Lake College. Mountain View College is
applying for approval to offer an ADN program and is anticipating accepting applications for Fall 2011, pending approval by the Texas
Board of Nursing.
For more information, see the DCCCD program page for Nursing.
* America’s Career Infonet 2009 data for registered nurses, and licensed and practical nurses
**Licensure Data Reporting System from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board 2007-08
***Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Perkins 2009-2010
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center
Pharmacy Technician
At a Glance
What does a pharmacy technician do?
Helps licensed pharmacists prepare prescription medications, provides
customer service, and performs administrative duties in a pharmacy, which
may be in a community or institutional setting
May receive prescription requests, measure and mix medications, label bottles
and sometimes perform administrative functions such as answering phones, stocking shelves and operating cash
registers depending on size of the company
Works with medications and usually has extended contact with customers and licensed pharmacists, but has no
hands-on medical contact with patients
What is the career outlook?
Work available in pharmacies of all types, including retail and mail-order pharmacies, in hospitals, clinics, nursing
homes and assisted-living facilities
Varying schedules may include nights, weekends and holidays
In Texas: projected job growth of 44% through 2016 with median salaries of $13.88 per hour or $28,900 annually*
Statistics are included only as guidelines and will vary with fluctuations in the economy and job market. More specific local hiring
and salary information can be obtained at individual college information sessions for a particular health careers program.
Pharmacy Technician program
Awards and coursework
Brookhaven
Cedar
Valley
Eastfield
Mountainview
Community Pharmacy Technician
Richland
Institutional Pharmacy Technician
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


Combined Institutional Pharmacy Technician +
Community Pharmacy Technician
Continuing Education coursework for specific skills
training
PTCB Approved Admixture Technician
(Aseptic Techniques for Pharmacy Technicians) as
per requirements by the Pharmacy Technician
Certification Board
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Credit
hours
Continuing
Education
contact
hours
352
752
400
varied
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



To work as a pharmacy technician in the state of Texas, you are required to pass the Pharmacy Technician Certification exam and complete
registration through the Texas State Board of Pharmacy.
Who can help me decide which health science career is best for me?
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center I Map
701 Elm Street • Dallas, Texas 75202 • 214-860-2283 • [email protected]
One-half block from the DART West End rail station
What more do I need to know?
Acceptance to the Community and Institutional Pharmacy Technician programs is by proof of high school diploma or equivalency,
assessment of academic and computer skills, and personal interview. The PCTB Approved Admixture Technician program is for
pharmacy technicians to increase knowledge of aseptic techniques and the compounding and dispensing of medications and
hazardous drugs; testing includes written and practical exams.
For more information, see the DCCCD program page for Pharmacy Technology
*America’s Career Infonet 2009 data for pharmacy technicians
**Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Perkins 2009-2010
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center
Radiological Sciences
At a Glance
What does a radiologic technologist do?
Uses X-rays to create images of the body for diagnostic purposes, occasionally using a
contrast material to enhance particular anatomic structures
Combines the science of analyzing diagnostic images with the art of patient care and
communication
Can specialize in areas such as mammography, computed tomography (CT), magnetic
resonance imaging (MRI), cardiovascular-interventional technology and nuclear medicine
Has direct contact with both patients and physicians, who use images for diagnosis and treatment
What is the career outlook?
Additional specializations such as MRI or CT provide best job opportunities with higher salaries
Most jobs in hospitals, also in diagnostic imaging centers and doctors’ offices
40-hour work week typical, but may include evening, weekend or on-call hours
In Texas: median salaries $25.15 per hour or $52,300 annually* with projected job rate growth estimated at 2.1% by the
American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)
Statistics are included only as guidelines and will vary with fluctuations in the economy and job market. More specific local hiring and salary
information can be obtained at college information sessions.
Radiologic Sciences program
Awards and coursework
Brookhaven
Radiologic Sciences Associate in Applied Sciences Degree
El Centro
√
Radiologic Sciences Associate in Applied Sciences Degree
Credit
hours
72
√
72
Computed Tomography Advanced Technical Certificate
√
24
Vascular Intervention Advanced Technical Certificate
√
31
Continuing Education coursework for specific skills training
Continuing
Education
contact
hours
√
varied
Measures of effectiveness
Licensure exam pass rates for DCCCD students**
100%
100%
96.51%
96.97%
Licensure/Certification through the Texas Department of Health or American Registry
of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Employment rates for DCCCD graduates***
Who can help me decide which health science career is right for me?
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center I Map
701 Elm Street • Dallas, Texas 75202 • 214-860-2283 • [email protected]
One-half block from the DART West End rail station
What more do I need to know?
Acceptance to the credit Radiologic Sciences program is by a competitive selection process based on a weighted point
system
For more information, see the DCCCD program page for Radiological Sciences
*America’s Career Infonet 2009 data for radiologic technicians
**Licensure Data Reporting System from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board 2007-08
***Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Perkins 2009-2010
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center
Respiratory Care
At a Glance
What does a respiratory therapist or technician do?
Respiratory therapists assume primary responsibility for patients with breathing
disorders, conducting procedures, maintaining records, operating equipment, and
evaluating and treating patients
Respiratory care technicians perform specific procedures under the direction of
respiratory therapists and doctors, helping to evaluate, treat and care for patients
Both work with treatment, evaluation and rehabilitation of patients with breathing problems stemming from disease or
trauma
Respiratory therapists and technicians have hands-on jobs with direct patient contact, in both routine and emergency
situations, as well as extensive communication with medical staff
What is the career outlook?
Jobs available in virtually all health care services: hospitals, clinics, critical care units, diagnostic labs, nursing homes and
home care
Full-time work generally 35-40 hours a week, and may include evenings, nights or weekends
Respiratory therapists: projected job growth of 37% in Texas through 2016, with median salaries $24.52 per hour or
$51,000 annually*
Respiratory technicians: projected job growth of 15% in Texas through 2016, with median salaries $20.73 per hour or
$43,100 annually*
Statistics are included only as guidelines and will vary with fluctuations in the economy and job market. More specific local hiring and
salary information can be obtained at college information sessions.
Respiratory Care program
Awards and coursework
El Centro
Associate in Applied Sciences Degree in Respiratory Care

Credit
hours
72
Measures of effectiveness
El Centro
Licensure exam pass rates for DCCCD students**
100%
Licensure /Certification through the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)
Employment rates for DCCCD graduates***
Continuing Education
contact hours
87.5%
Who can help me decide which health science career is best for me?
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center I Map
701 Elm Street • Dallas, Texas 75202 • 214-860-2283 • [email protected]
One-half block from the DART West End rail station
What more do I need to know?
Acceptance to the Respiratory Care program is by a competitive selection process based on a weighted point system.
For more information, see the DCCCD program page for Respiratory Care.
*America’s Career Infonet 2009 data for respiratory therapists and respiratory therapy technicians
**Licensure Data Reporting System from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board 2007-08
***Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Perkins 2009-2010
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center
Social Work
At a Glance
What does a social and human service assistant do?
Helps professionals provide services to clients and families in three major fields: children,
families and schools; medical and public health; and mental health and substance abuse
May help clients identify available benefits and services, develop and conduct educational
programs, monitor and keep case records, talk with family members, and confer with medical
personnel and other caregivers as to best course of action for the client’s well-being
In group settings, may help clients master living skills, support counseling or occupational therapy, and develop or lead
recreation programs and other activities
What is the career outlook?
Positions vary widely according to organization, and include social work assistant, community support worker, mental health
aide, life skills counselor, youth worker, client advocate and gerontology aide
Job locations include schools, non-profit and governmental organizations, private agencies, rehabilitation centers, community
centers, hospitals, corrections institutions, juvenile services agencies and outpatient clinics
Working conditions vary widely, from regular office hours to shift and evening work
Job opportunities will increase with aging population and numbers of clients with substance abuse problems, and will be
greatest for those with continued education and licensed credentials
In Texas: Projected job growth of 16% through 2016, with median salaries $14.26 per hour or $29,700 annually*
Statistics are included only as guidelines and will vary with fluctuations in the economy and job market. More specific local hiring
and salary information can be obtained at college information sessions.
Social Work program
Eastfield
Awards and coursework
Credit
hours
Social Work Associate — Generalist Associate in Applied Sciences Degree

60-62
Gerontology Certificate

24
Human Services Certificate

34
Measures of effectiveness
Employment rates for DCCCD graduates**
Continuing
Education contact
hours
Eastfield
100%
Who can help me decide which health science career is best for me?
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center I Map
701 Elm Street • Dallas, Texas 75202 • 214-860-2283 • [email protected]
One-half block from the DART West End rail station
What more do I need to know?
Acceptance to the Social Work program is by admission to Eastfield College; initial coursework may be started at any other
DCCCD college as well.
For more information, see the DCCCD program page for Social Work.
*America’s Career Infonet 2009 data for social and human service assistants
**Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Perkins 2009-2010
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center
Substance Abuse Counseling
At A Glance
What does a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) do?
Addresses the effects of dependence on substances including alcohol,
tobacco and drugs on clients and their families
Helps to develop an understanding of chemical dependency problems,
define goals, and plan actions reflecting the individual's or group's
interests, abilities, and specific needs
Works as a team member with other health, clinical and law enforcement professionals, sometimes in crisis situations
Must have knowledge of medical conditions and problems, but does not perform hands-on medical procedures
What is the career outlook?
Jobs available in office, clinic and hospital settings, as well as in group homes, shelters and day programs of both public and
private organizations
Work hours vary, but often include evening and weekend hours
Continued education and professional certification improve job prospects
The state of Texas allows individuals to be licensed as an LCDC with an associate degree in a related area of study; students
may also continue their education by pursuing a bachelor’s degree in social work or human services
Projected job growth of 35% in Texas through 2016, with median salaries $16.35 per hour or $34,000 annually*
Statistics are included only as guidelines and will vary with fluctuations in the economy and job market. More specific local hiring
and salary information can be obtained at college information sessions.
Substance Abuse counseling program
Eastfield
Awards and coursework
Substance Abuse Counseling Associate in Applied Sciences Degree
Substance Abuse Counseling Certificate
Mental Health/ Substance Abuse Prevention Certificate
Credit hours



Measures of effectiveness
Eastfield
Employment rates for DCCCD graduates**
Licensure as an LCDC by the Texas Department of Health State Services
93.33%
Continuing
Education contact
hours
60-62
33
18
Who can help me decide which health science career is best for me?
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center I Map
701 Elm Street • Dallas, Texas 75202 • 214-860-2283 • [email protected]
One-half block from the DART West End rail station
What more do I need to know?
Acceptance to the Substance Abuse Counseling program is by admission to Eastfield College; initial coursework may be
started at any other DCCCD College as well.
For more information, see the DCCCD program page for Substance Abuse Counseling.
*America’s Career Infonet 2009 data for substance abuse counselors
**Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Perkins 2009-2010
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center
Surgical Technology
At a Glance
What does a surgical technologist do?
Assists surgeons in the operating room (OR) as a key player making a
difference in the lives of patients
Prepares the OR for surgery
Performs scrubbing, gowning and gloving in preparation for surgery
Creates and maintains the sterile field for passing instruments and handling
specimens
Assists the surgeon with retracting patients’ tissues and wound closure
Works closely with instruments, operating physicians and medical support team in the OR, but has limited direct verbal
contact with patients who are under anesthesia
What is the career outlook?
40-hour week typical; on-call and rotating shifts possible
Job opportunities available in hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, doctors’ offices, veterinarians’ offices, transplant
services, community colleges and technical schools
In Texas 41% projected job growth through 2016; median salaries $18.38 per hour or $38,200 annually,* with additional pay
for evening, night and weekend schedules
Statistics are included only as guidelines and will vary with fluctuations in the economy and job market. More specific local hiring and salary
information can be obtained at college information sessions.
Surgical Technology program
Awards and coursework
El Centro
Credit hours

50
Surgical Technologist Certificate
Measures of effectiveness
Continuing Education
contact hours
El Centro
Certification exam pass rates for DCCCD students**
100%
Certification through the National Board of Surgical Technologist and Surgical
Assistants
(National certification for surgical technologists required in the state of Texas effective
September 2010)
Employment rates for DCCCD graduates***
95.83%
Who can help me decide which health science career is best for me?
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center I Map
701 Elm Street • Dallas, Texas 75202 • 214-860-2283 • [email protected]
One-half block from the DART West End rail station
What more do I need to know?
Acceptance to the Surgical Technology program is by a competitive selection process based on a weighted point system.
For more information, see the DCCCD program page for Surgical Technology
*America’s Career Infonet 2009 data for surgical technologists
**Licensure Data Reporting System from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board 2007-08
***Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Perkins 2009-2010
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center
Veterinary Technology
At a Glance
What does a veterinary technician do?
Executes lab tests such as blood counts, and clinical procedures such as taking blood
samples or giving injections
May specialize in small animals such as pet dogs and cats, or large animals such as cattle
and horses
Works in laboratory conditions, performs medical tests to treat and diagnose animals,
interacts with veterinary staff and pet owners, and has some direct contact with animals
What is the career outlook?
Most vet techs work in private veterinary clinics or animal hospitals, though opportunities are also available in
research facilities, wildlife medicine, livestock management, pharmaceutical sales or increasingly in biosecurity and
disaster preparedness
Registered veterinary technicians (RVTs) in demand across the nation with jobs readily available in Texas
In Texas: projected job growth 40% through 2016; median salaries $12.69 per hour or $26,400 annually*
Statistics are included only as guidelines and will vary with fluctuations in the economy and job market. More specific local hiring
and salary information can be obtained at college information sessions.
Veterinary Technology program
Awards and coursework
Veterinary Technology Associate in Applied Sciences Degree
Small Animal Assisting Certificate
Large Animal Assisting Certificate
Veterinary Assistant Certificate
Continuing Education coursework for specific skills training
Cedar
Valley
campusbased
√
√
√
Cedar
Valley
distance
education
√
Mountain
View
Continuing
Education
contact
hours
72
20-22
16
20-22
√
√
Credit
hours
√
varied
Measures of effectiveness
Licensure exam pass rates for DCCCD students**
100%
Licensure/Certification through the American Veterinary Medical Association
Employment rates for DCCCD graduates***
100%
Who can help me decide which health science career is best for me?
DCCCD Health Careers Resource Center I Map
701 Elm Street • Dallas, Texas 75202 • 214-860-2283 • [email protected]
One-half block from the DART West End rail station
What more do I need to know?
Admission to the campus-based Vet Tech associate degree program is based on GPA ranking of completed
prerequisite courses; and as space is available for the certificate programs
For more information, see the DCCCD program page for Veterinary Technology
*America’s Career Infonet 2009 data for veterinary technologists and technicians
**Licensure Data Reporting System from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board 2007-08
***Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Perkins 2009-2010
Program Quick Guide
DCCCD Health Sciences Programs
Brookhaven
Cedar
Valley
Eastfield
El
Centro
Mountain
View
North
Lake
Richland
Credit
Hours
Continuing
Education
Contact
Hours
Biotechnology
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Biotechnology AAS Degree
Biotechnology Certificate
70-72
28-29
Dental Assisting (CE Courses)
Continuing Education coursework for specific
skills training (varies by semester):
Dental Assisting

varied
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


Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Diagnostic Medical Sonography Associate in
Applied Sciences Degree
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Advanced
Technical Certificate
72

44
Dialysis Technician (CE Courses)

Continuing Education coursework for specific
skills training (varies by semester):
Dialysis Technician
varied


Echocardiology Technology
Echocardiology Technology Associate in Applied
Sciences Degree
Echocardiology Technology Advanced Technical
Certificate
Pediatric Echocardiology Technology Associate
in Applied Sciences Degree
Pediatric Echocardiology Technology Advanced
Technical Certificate
Continuing Education coursework for specific
skills training (varies by semester):
EKG Technician
Vascular Techniques & Echo Imaging
Electrocardiology

70-71
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45-46
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70-71
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45-46
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varied
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) & Paramedic Programs
Paramedicine Associate in Applied Sciences
Degree
Emergency Medical Technician Basic Certificate
Paramedic Certificate
Paramedicine Certificate
Continuing Education coursework for specific
skills training (varies by semester):
Acute Care Training for EMTs, Nurses,
Physicians
Advanced Cardiac Life Support, ACL
Basic Cardiac Life Support, (BCLS) for Health
Care Providers
CPR & First Aid – Adult
CPR / AED for Professional Recruiters
Emergency Management for First
Responders
EMT Basic Refresher Course
National Registry Exam for EMTs &
Paramedics
EMT Basic
Pediatric Advanced Life Support, (PALS)

68-72
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14-16
42
40-41
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varied
Health Information Management
Medical Record Coder Certificate



41 - 42
DCCCD Health Sciences Programs
Brookhaven
Cedar
Valley
Eastfield
El
Centro
Mountain
View
North
Lake
Richland
Credit
Hours
Continuing
Education
Contact
Hours
Health Information Technology (CE Courses)

Continuing Education coursework for specific
skills training (varies by semester):
Health Care Programmer
Health Care Software Analyst
Health Care IT Support Specialist








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


varied
Home Health Care & Hospice Aide (CE Courses)
Continuing Education coursework for specific
skills training (varies by semester):
Home Health Care & Hospice Aide


varied
Invasive Cardiovascular Technology

Invasive Cardiovascular Technology Associate in
Applied Sciences Degree
Invasive Cardiovascular Technology Advanced
Technical Certificate
70-71

43-44
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Associate in
Applied Sciences Degree
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Advanced
Technical Certificate
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certificate (CEU)
66-67

33-34

704
Medical Assisting
Medical Assistant Certificate
Medical Assistant Certificate
Continuing Education coursework for specific
skills training (varies by semester):
Medical Assisting
Medication Aide
Patient Care Assistant

39

768



varied




Medical Front Office
Medical Front Office Assistant Certificate
Medical Front Office Assistant Marketable Skills
Achievement Award
Continuing Education coursework for specific
skills training (varies by semester):
Command Spanish for the Medical Office
Health Unit Coordinator
Coding and Billing
Insurance Coding and Billing
Medical Administrative Assistant
Medical Office Technology
Medical Terminology
Medical Transcription
Medical Front Office Assistant

26
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12
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

varied
Medical Interpretation (CE Courses)
Continuing Education coursework for specific
skills training (varies by semester):
Medical Interpretation
varied
Medical Laboratory Technology
Medical Laboratory Technology Associate in
Applied Sciences Degree

72
Medical Practice Manager
Medical Practice Manager Certificate


752
Medical Staff Services
Medical Staff Services Associate in Applied
Sciences Degree

64
DCCCD Health Sciences Programs
Brookhaven
Cedar
Valley
Eastfield
El
Centro
Mountain
View
North
Lake
Richland
Credit
Hours
Continuing
Education
Contact
Hours
Nursing
Associate Degree Nursing AAS
(Brookhaven and Mountain View colleges)
Associate Degree Nursing AAS
(El Centro and North Lake colleges)
Perioperative Nursing Enhanced Skills Certificate
Vocational Nursing Certificate
LVN to RN bridge option
Continuing Education coursework for specific
skills training (varies by semester):
LVN Refresher
RN Refresher
Nurses Aide Certification



72

71

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
10
51
14



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
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varied
Paramedic – See Emergency Medical Services
Pharmacy Technician




Community Pharmacy Technician Certificate
Institutional Pharmacy Technician Certificate
Pharmacy Technology Certificate
Continuing Education coursework for specific
skills training (varies by semester):





ACPE Approved IV Technician
PTCB Approved IV Admixture Technician
Combined Institutional Pharmacy Technician
Pharmacy Technician Retail
Pharmacy Technician Review




352
400
752

varied
Phlebotomy Technician (CE Courses)
Continuing Education coursework for specific
skills training (varies by semester):
Phlebotomy


















varied

Physical Therapy (CE Courses)
Continuing Education coursework for specific
skills training (varies by semester):
Physical Therapy Aide

varied

Radiologic Sciences
Radiologic Sciences Associate in Applied
Sciences Degree
Radiologic Sciences Associate in Applied
Sciences Degree
Computed Tomography Advanced Technical
Certificate
Vascular Intervention Advanced Technical
Continuing Education coursework for specific
skills training (varies by semester):
Computed Tomography
Mammography
Other imaging courses

72

72

24

31



varied
Respiratory Care
Associate in Applied Sciences Degree in
Respiratory Care

72
Social Work
Social Work Associate — Generalist Associate in
Applied Sciences Degree
Gerontology Certificate
Human Services Certificate

60-62


24
34
Substance Abuse Counseling Associate in
Applied Sciences Degree
Substance Abuse Counseling Certificate

60-62

33
Mental Health/ Substance Abuse Prevention

18
Substance Abuse Counseling
DCCCD Health Sciences Programs
Brookhaven
Cedar
Valley
Eastfield
El
Centro
Mountain
View
North
Lake
Richland
Credit
Hours
Continuing
Education
Contact
Hours
Surgical Technology

Surgical Technologist Certificate
50
Veterinary Technology
Veterinary Technology Associate in Applied
Sciences Degree
Small Animal Assisting Certificate
Large Animal Assisting Certificate
Veterinary Assistant Certificate
Continuing Education coursework for specific
skills training (varies by semester):
Veterinary Assistant

72



20-22
16
20-22

varied
Vision Care (CE Courses)
Continuing Education coursework for specific
skills training (varies by semester):
Ophthalmic Assisting
Optician Training
Optical Dispensing












varied