Workforce Development and Community Education: Fall 2021

9 | Visit us online at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce HYBRID Clinical Medical Assisting CMAs perform administrative and clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Prepare for employment at physicians’offices, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities. This is a two-semester course. This course is hybrid meaning that it is partially held remotely and in-person for skills lab and/or clinical. CMA Part 1: Includes preparing patients for examination and treatment, infection control, routine laboratory procedures, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology basics, and ECG. Also covers professional workplace behavior, ethics, and legal aspects of healthcare. Admissions application and interview required; application due date is Aug. 27 CE-HCARE 2059OS, T/Th, Sept. 14-Dec.16, 6:00-9:30 pm, $2,273 (+ textbook). #83898 CMA Part 2: Includes phlebotomy, urinalysis, BLS certification, computer applications and EMR, medical office procedures, health insurance, and billing. In addition, students will gain hands- on experience in a clinical setting. For those enrolled in CMA Part 1 in Fall 2021. After successful completion of Clinical Medical Assisting 1 and 2, students will receive a certificate of completion and are eligible for NHA certification (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant: CCMA). CE-HCARE 2060OS, Spring 2022 HYBRID Electrocardiography (ECG) Introduction to the techniques necessary to perform a twelve- lead electrocardiogram, troubleshoot technical problems, and identify normal and common abnormal rates. This course is hybrid meaning that it is partially held remotely and in-person for skills lab and/or clinical. Prerequisite: Infection Control for Phlebotomy Students. Upon successful course completion, students are eligible to take the Certified ECG Tech Examination offered by the NHA. CE-HCARE 2007OS, $383 (+ textbook). Sec. A: 4 Fri., Oct. 1-22, 3:00-9:00 pm. #83899 Sec. A: 4 Sat., Oct. 2-23, 9:00 am-3:00 pm. #83900 Sec. B: 4 Sun., Oct. 3-24, 9:00 am-3:00 pm. #83901 Phlebotomy Certificate Program Introduces basic concepts of the procedures used for obtaining blood from veins and capillaries and the use of equipment and types of blood tubes. Prerequisite: Infection Control for Phlebotomy Students. Earn a Westchester Community College certificate. CE-HCARE 2044OS, Tuition $1132 (+ textbook) includes Practicum. IN-PERSON Sec. A: 8 M/Th, Nov. 1-29, 3:00-7:30 pm. #83903 REMOTE Sec. B: 8 Sa/Su, Oct. 30-Nov. 21, 9:00 am-1:30 pm. #83905 IN-PERSON Phlebotomy Practicum Under the supervision of a certified phlebotomy instructor, receive hands-on experience in phlebotomy and practice venipuncture and capillary sticks on each other in accordance with regulations of the NHA. Prerequisite: Infection Control for Healthcare Programs and Phlebotomy Training Program. NOTE: completion of 30 live sticks required to sit for the NHA Certified Phlebotomist Examination. CE-HCARE 2045OS, 15 Sat., Nov. 27-Feb. 12, 9:00 am-1:00 pm. #83906 IN-PERSON Certified Nursing Assistant NYS approved training for nursing assistants. Prepare for employment in hospitals and nursing homes. Includes classroom work and clinical experiences at a local nursing home. Admissions application and interview required; application due date is Aug. 20. CE-HCARE 2001OS, $1581 (+ textbook/workbook). Sec. A: T/TH, Sept. 14-Dec. 9, 9:00 am-3:00 pm. #83907 Sec. B: Sat., Sept. 11-Dec. 18, 9:00 am-4:00 pm. #83908 CAREERS IN WRITING & PUBLISHING REMOTE Freelancing for Fun and Profit Local publications are always looking for freelance writers. By adding photography to the mix, writers double their value to editors and publishers. The internet and digital media have multiplied the opportunities and need for writers. Aspiring writers will learn how to apply to the thousands of writing opportunities open to them, while writers already engaged in writing projects can encourage others through networking while finding new outlets for their work. Please email instructor at totrwriter@aol. com for list of optional books. CE-WRITG 2071, 3 Wed., Nov. 3-17, 6:30-8:30 pm, $62 (+ $2 for purchase of a Rivertown Magazine and handouts). T Riley. #84013 REMOTE How to Write FAST Crank up the efficiency and get that novel, short story, article, or script done. Through exercises, evaluations, tips, and technologies, you can learn to write faster. Discover how to break through blocks, get ideas, develop plots, draft, and polish in less time without losing quality. CE-WRITG 2038, 3 Wed., Sept. 8-22, 6:00-8:00 pm, $78. P Andrews. #83643 REMOTE Making Your First Book Sale Join award-winning novelist Barbara Campbell to learn how to sell your unpublished novel. In addition to basics like proper manuscript formatting and identifying potential agents and publishers, students will practice writing a winning query letter, developing a hook, and making an “elevator pitch.” Barbara will also share tips on working with agents and editors. CE-WRITG 2105, 1 Sat., Oct. 2, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, $42. B Campbell. #83624 REMOTE Write and Publish Kids Books Have a great idea for a children’s book? That is a terrific place to start, but how do you progress from concept to published product? Go from getting started to the finish line in the world of juvenile publishing by exploring the requirements of every audience—baby board books, first chapter, middle-grade, and young adult-from outlining and writing, to finding an agent and/or publisher, to self-publication. CE-WRITG 2073, 3 Fri., 11:00 am-2:00 pm, $114. S Weyn. Sec. A: Sept. 10-24. #83690 Sec. B: Nov. 5-19. #83691 Sec. C: Dec. 3-17. #83692 Textbook Required