This program produces a multi-skilled healthcare technician who is cross-trained to perform basic skills in several different medical disciplines. The program includes the following courses:
• CPR for Healthcare Providers • Certified Nursing Assistant • Hospital Unit Clerk • Phlebotomy Technician
• ECG Technician or ECG for Multi-Skilled • Respiratory Skills for the MSHT
• Advanced Nursing Skills and Hospital
A Professional Skills Certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of all seven courses.
Recommended Electives: • Medical Terminology
• Physical/Occupational Therapy Basic Program Goals
This program is designed to provide students: • The knowledge and skills to apply generic
healthcare knowledge to perform basic and advanced patient care skills.
• The knowledge and communication, interpersonal, and team building skills to effectively communicate resident/patient information.
• The knowledge and skills to define and use pertinent medical terminology.
• The knowledge and skills to function in a multi-tasking healthcare environment. • The knowledge and skills to perform basic
patient care tasks.
• The knowledge and skills in blood drawing, skin puncture, and specimen collection. • The knowledge, clerical skills, computer
skills, interpersonal skills, customer service, and professional considerations as they are related to health care environment.
• The knowledge and skills in the basics of respiratory care in order to assist with common diagnostic tests and treatment. • Opportunities to gain clinical experience in
a hospital.
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Certification
Successful graduates may be eligible to sit for a certification exam offered by the American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT).
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CPR for Health Care Providers (AHA) (8 hours)
Learn adult, child, and infant one- and two- person CPR. This course is required for all healthcare workers, Allied Health/nursing students, and others who work in professional healthcare settings. Prerequisite(s): None Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) (120 hours)
Learn basic patient care skills to function as a nurse’s aide in a healthcare setting. South Carolina DHHS approved curriculum. Includes 40 hours of clinical training in a local long-term care facility.
Course Goals
This course is designed to provide students: • The knowledge and skills in communication
and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate resident/ patient information to residents/patients, family, and other team members.
• The knowledge and skills in infection control.
• The knowledge and skills in safety and emergency procedures as they are related to prevention of accidents, obstructed airways, facility policies, and emergency response as related to long-term care facilities.
• The knowledge and skills in promoting residents’ independence and respecting residents’ rights as related to long-term care facilities.
• The knowledge and skills to perform in a long-term care setting, ethical and legal behaviors, good health and hygiene practices, and reporting changes in the residents’ condition as related to long-term care facilities.
• The knowledge and skills in basic nursing skills and proper technique for measuring and recording vital signs, collection of specimens, and medical terminology.
• The knowledge and skills in the care of cognitively impaired residents, recognizing the symptoms and behaviors of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, providing personal care and basic restorative services.
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Certification
Successful graduates may be eligible to sit for the certification exam offered by the South Carolina Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) and administered by the Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation System (NACES).
Professional Continuing Education for CNAs is available. See the current schedule for topics, dates and times.
Hospital Unit Clerk (90 hours)
Learn medical terminology, charting and transcriptions, family relations, and the knowledge needed to function in a hospital. Course includes 30 hours of required off- campus clinical training at area hospitals. Prerequisite(s): High school diploma or GED Course Goals
This course is designed to provide students: • The knowledge and skills in communication
and interpersonal skills to use various communication devices effectively and professionally.
• The knowledge and skills to assemble patient charts with appropriate paperwork and materials.
• The knowledge and skills to use the computer as related to the hospital unit clerk.
• The knowledge and skills to function in a multitasking environment as related to the
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hospital unit clerk.
• Opportunities to gain clinical experience in a hospital.
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Certification
Successful graduates may be eligible to sit for the certification exam offered by the National Association of Health Unit Coordinators (NAHUC).
Phlebotomy Technician (146 hours)
Learn to collect blood for laboratory analysis. Course includes 80 hours of required off- campus clinical training.
Prerequisite(s): High school diploma or GED
Course Goals
This course is designed to provide students: • The knowledge and skills in blood drawing,
skin puncture, and specimen collection. • The knowledge and skills in clerical skills,
interpersonal skills, customer service, and professional considerations as they are related to a medical laboratory.
• Opportunities to gain clinical experience commensurate with certifying requirements in a medical laboratory.
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Certification
Successful graduates may be eligible to sit for
ECG for the MSHT Program (56 hours)
Learn basic ECG procedures, how to apply electrodes, and how to recognize normal and abnormal heart rhythms. This course includes 16 hours of required off-campus clinical training.
Prerequisite(s): High school diploma or GED, CNA and/or Medical Terminology
Course Goals
This course is designed to provide students: • The knowledge and skills in human anatomy
and physiology as related to the ECG technician.
• The knowledge and skills to develop a basic understanding of non-invasive cardiology. • The knowledge, skills, and techniques for
performing an electrocardiogram.
• The knowledge and skills to identify lethal arrhythmias, artifact, interference and demonstrate proper lead placement. WorkKeys Occupational Profile Not Available
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Respiratory Skills for the MSHT Program (30 hours)
Learn the basics of respiratory care to assist with common diagnostic tests and treatment. Prerequisite(s): CNA training and high school diploma or GED
Course Goals
This course is designed to provide students: • The knowledge and skills in the basics
of respiratory care in order to assist with common diagnostic tests and treatment. • The knowledge and skills in acquiring
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Certification None Available
Advanced Nursing Skills and Hospital Clinical
(95 hours)
Learn the advanced nursing skills required to function as a Multi-Skilled Healthcare Technician in a hospital setting. This course includes 60 hours of required clinical practice. Prerequisite(s): CNA, CPR, ECG, and Respiratory Skills
Course Goals
This course is designed to provide students: • The knowledge and skills to administer
urinary catheter care, non-medicated enemas, and ostomy care.
• The knowledge and skills to assist with surgical preparations.
• The knowledge and skills to assist with wound care and dressing changes. • The knowledge and skills to assist with
post-mortem care to maintain a sterile field. WorkKeys Occupational Profile
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