Course Syllabi

Ordinary differential equations and their solutions that utilize conventional approaches, numerical techniques, matrix methods applied to systems of linear differential equations, and Laplace's transformation.

Introduces descriptive and inferential statistics such as graphical and quantative description of data, discrete probability distributions, continuous probability distributions, one- and multisample hypothesis tests, confidence intervals correlation, simple linear regression, and analysis of variance.

Introduction to the health information management (HIM) profession. Students will be provided with a solid foundation in the principles and applications of HIM such as the content and management of health records (electronic and paper-based), healthcare law, medical coding classification systems, healthcare statistics, financial management and quality management. Exploration of the healthcare delivery system/industry such as the environment of the healthcare system, organization structures and the various types of healthcare facilities.

This course provides an overview of healthcare information systems with an emphasis on computerized health information management (HIM) applications and functions. Students will review common software applications utilized to perform HIM processes. Students will explore the emerging technology issues in the healthcare system.

This course is designed to give students an in-depth study of the revenue cycle management process. Students will explore each component of the revenue cycle process, which are payer reimbursement, patient access, documentation and charge capture, records completion and coding, and claims management. Students will be prepared to participate in revenue cycle management activities within the healthcare system.

In this course students will learn principles of medical coding related to the three main code books: CPT, ICD-10-CM Code Set and HCPCS Level II. This course also provides the foundation for understanding the legal and ethical aspects of health information management, which includes the principles of health law and the structure of the American legal system. Students will gain an in-depth understanding of the role that medical record specialist has in healthcare legislation and regulations. Topics include legal terminology, Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) privacy and security of health information, patient rights, and the role of health information management professionals in risk management and compliance programs.

This course will prepare students to sit and take the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)’s Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification exam. Student will review the AAPC’s CPC study guide in detail, learn test taking technique and take online practice exams. Students will begin to form professional relationships by attending a professional meeting related to health information management. Students will practice essential skills of resume writing and job interviewing in order to prepare students for the industry. Students will work on developing strong soft skills.

In this course students will learn principles of medical coding related to the three main code books: CPT, ICD-10-CM Code Set and HCPCS Level II. This course also provides the foundation for understanding the legal and ethical aspects of health information management, which includes the principles of health law and the structure of the American legal system through AAPC’s curriculum. Students will gain an in-depth understanding of the role that medical record specialist has in healthcare legislation and regulations. Topics include legal terminology, Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) privacy and security of health information, patient rights, and the role of health information management professionals in risk management and compliance programs. 

This course will also prepare students to sit and take the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)’s Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification exam. Student will review the AAPC’s CPC study guide in detail, learn test taking technique and take online practice exams. Students will begin to form professional relationships by attending a professional meeting related to health information management. Students will practice essential skills of resume writing and job interviewing in order to prepare students for the industry. Students will work on developing strong soft skills. 

This course will help those with prior experience in the field of healthcare to develop a portfolio that details and analyzes prior learning experiences.

Essential skills for front office procedures in a medical facility. Emphasis is on administrative aspects, such as billing and coding, scheduling appointments, medical electronic health records data collection and management, filing, and office correspondence. Overview of the medical assistant profession including the role of patient navigator and effective communication. Includes legal implications for the medical assistant, scope of practice, standard of care, and legal terminology. Also includes an overview of ethics, morals, and the effect of personal ethics on professional behaviors.

An integrative approach to learning and developing the clinical procedural skills required to work in an ambulatory care setting. Includes the collection and documentation of vital signs, patient history, patient assessment, and partnering with patients to provide them with resources to achieve and maintain health. Also includes Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA) waived testing, safety in medication administration, principles of nutrition, and legal and ethical considerations. Includes performing and documenting appropriate diagnostic measures, identifying pathology, and initiating treatment prescribed by a licensed provider. Also includes Exposure Control Plan, Blood Borne Pathogens Standard, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Environmental Protection and disposal of Chemical and Biological Waste based on Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) guidelines and Center for Disease Control (CDC) regulations to assure safety in the medical practice.

Practicum in administrative medical assisting in a healthcare setting.

Essential skills for medical assistant back office in a healthcare facility. Focus is on therapeutic skills and effective communication with clients, physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and other health care professionals. Communication skills for patient care assessment. The laboratory portion of the course simulates various situations, which teach the specific skills needed in a medical office.

Overview of the structure and dynamics of the human body.

Practicum in administrative medical assisting. Application of administrative duties, procedures, and knowledge derived from medical assisting courses.

Practicum in clinical medical assisting. Application of clinical skills, procedures, and knowledge derived from medical assisting courses.

Practicum in administrative and clinical medical assisting.  Application of administrative duties, procedures, clinical skills, procedures, and knowledge derived from medical assisting courses.

Survey of quality control and inspection including: precision measurement, inspection techniques for non destructive and destructive testing, sampling plans, investigation methods, and assessment of process variables and controls used in the materials joining/ welding manufacturing industry.

Survey and application of materials science and metallurgy.

The diagnostic, repair and replacement procedures for industrial valves and pumps utilized in commercial industry settings and the systematic methods of identifying causes of mechanical failure and using predictive methods to prevent mechanical failure.