Gain high-level skills and hands-on experience with current laboratory techniques and current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for research or diagnostic labs. This course is applicable to the biological, natural, forensic and health sciences and is appropriate for those in agricultural science fields who want to augment their skill set and/or train for job advancement. We will cover lab safety, documentation, aseptic tissue culture techniques, recombinant DNA, and protein purification. This class is also offered for academic credit. If you wish to earn academic credit towards a degree, certificate, or microcredential, please contact Julie Partigianoni at JLP037@tc3.edu. The expectations for attendance, participation, and effort are the same for all students.

CPR for Nursing Students American Red Cross Includes test book, CPR card and shield for use in class

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CPR for Nursing Students American Red Cross Includes test book, CPR card and shield for use in class

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Gain the skills needed to solve insurance billing problems, learn how to manually file claims (using the CPT and ICD-10 manual), complete common insurance forms, trace delinquent claims, appeal denied claims and use generic forms to streamline billing procedures. Materials covered include: CPT (Introduction, Guidelines, Evaluation and Management), specialty fields (such as surgery, radiology and laboratory), ICD-10 (Introduction and Guidelines) and basic claims processes for medical insurance and third party reimbursements. You will learn how to find the service and codes using manuals, (CPT, ICD-10 and HCPCS). National Certification: After obtaining the practical work experience (6 months to 2 years), students who complete this course could be qualified to sit for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Billing & Coding Specialist exam (CBCS); American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) - Certified Professional Coder Exam (CPC) or Certified Outpatient Coder Exam (COC); the American Health Information Association (AHIMA) Certified Coding Associate (CCA) exam. NWCA National Certification: This program meets the necessary requirements to take the National Workforce Career Association (NWCA) Medical Billing & Coding Specialist (MBCS) Exam.

A Phlebotomy Technician collects blood specimens from clients for the purpose of laboratory analysis. In this career training program, you will become familiar with all aspects related to blood collection and develop comprehensive skills to perform venipunctures completely and safely. Classroom and lab work includes terminology, anatomy and physiology, blood collection procedures, hands-on specimen practice, and training in skills and techniques to perform puncture methods. National Certification: This program meets the necessary requirements to take the National Healthcareer Association Phlebotomy Technician Exam and the National Workforce Career Association Phlebotomy Technician Exam. Exam fee not included in tuition. Clinical Externship: As part of this program, you will be eligible to participate in a 40-hour clinical externship.

The primary purpose of the courses in the American Red Cross Lifeguarding program is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to: ▪ Prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies. ▪ Provide professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) professionals take over. Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) training is conducted and evaluated in water depths ranging from 0 feet to water 7 feet and greater (ranging from 8-12 feet maximum, depending on the depth of the facility in which the training is conducted). To participate in the Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) course, participants must: ▪ Be at least 15 years old on or before the final scheduled session of the Lifeguarding course. ▪ Successfully complete the two prerequisite swimming skills evaluations: Prerequisite 1: Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:
    • Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed)
    • Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs
    • Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both Prerequisite 2: Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds:
    • Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed).
    • Submerge to a depth of 7 - 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
    • Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face out at or near the surface.
    • Exit the water without using a ladder or steps. Certification: Participants who successfully complete the Lifeguarding course will be issued the following American Red Cross certificate: Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid that is valid for 2 years. To maintain the Lifeguarding certification, a currently certified lifeguard must successfully complete the American Red Cross Lifeguarding Recertification course or the full Lifeguarding course again prior to certificate expiration. A 30-day grace period may apply but it does not extend the certification beyond the 2 years. Once the Lifeguarding certification is expired, a participant must successfully complete the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course.

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Prerequisites: Students are required to complete a prerequisite skills assessment and the online portion of the training prior to the start of class. You will be contacted by TC3 once you are registered with more information about the skills assessment and online modules.

The primary purpose of the courses in the American Red Cross Lifeguarding program is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to: ▪ Prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies. ▪ Provide professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) professionals take over. Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) training is conducted and evaluated in water depths ranging from 0 feet to water 7 feet and greater (ranging from 8-12 feet maximum, depending on the depth of the facility in which the training is conducted). To participate in the Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) course, participants must: ▪ Be at least 15 years old on or before the final scheduled session of the Lifeguarding course. ▪ Successfully complete the two prerequisite swimming skills evaluations: Prerequisite 1: Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:
    • Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed)
    • Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs
    • Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both Prerequisite 2: Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds:
    • Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed).
    • Submerge to a depth of 7 - 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
    • Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face out at or near the surface.
    • Exit the water without using a ladder or steps. Certification: Participants who successfully complete the Lifeguarding course will be issued the following American Red Cross certificate: Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid that is valid for 2 years. To maintain the Lifeguarding certification, a currently certified lifeguard must successfully complete the American Red Cross Lifeguarding Recertification course or the full Lifeguarding course again prior to certificate expiration. A 30-day grace period may apply but it does not extend the certification beyond the 2 years. Once the Lifeguarding certification is expired, a participant must successfully complete the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course.

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Prerequisites: Students are required to complete a prerequisite skills assessment and the online portion of the training prior to the start of class. You will be contacted by TC3 once you are registered with more information about the skills assessment and online modules.

Gain the important skills required to offer clinical hands-on support in today's busy medical office setting. We will cover vital signs, EKGs, aseptic techniques, infection control, rooming patients, confidentiality, communication, professionalism, medical documentation, law and ethics of health care, point of care (POC) patient testing, introduction to medical office management, and insurance and billing basics. This class is also offered for academic credit. If you wish to earn academic credit towards a degree, certificate, or microcredential, please contact Julie Partigianoni at JLP037@tc3.edu. The expectations for attendance, participation, and effort are the same for all students.