Electives

Anatomy & Physiology for EMS Professionals

($60)
Prerequisite: Medical Terminology
This course provides a basic study of the structure and function of the human body. The curriculum consists of objectives from Appendix E of the 1998 Release of the United States Department of Transportation (US DOT) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) EMT-Paramedic: NSC. Topics include a basic study of the body systems as well as an introduction to homeostasis, cells, tissues, nutrition, acid-base balance, and electrolytes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the fundamental principles of anatomy and physiology. This course is a prerequisite for EMS 3031, Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic Initial, can be taken as an elective for the Medical Office Assistant Program.
Online-Educator
EMS 3000AX 82293 9/5-12/19, Perry

HCPCS

($60 + textbook + software)
Prerequisite: Medical Coding for Physicians Office
The student will gain an in-depth knowledge of both Level I and Level II HCPCS from coding to Medicaid and Medicare regulations pertaining to HCPCS. The student will have a thorough knowledge of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Web site and free resources available through CMS and will learn to navigate the Medicare Claims Processing Manual. The basic principles and conventions of CPT coding, illustrations of applications of these principles with examples and exercises based on actual case documentation, and information on how to analyze clinical data for the purposes of coding and reimbursement are all included in this course.
Hybrid/Online-Educator
MED3030CX H1706 9/5-10/17, Temple
MED3030CX H1707 11/7-12/19, Temple
Asheboro
MED3030C 81708 12:30-3:30 pm, MW, 10/20-12/1, Auman

Health Unit Secretary & Coordinator

($60 + textbook)
Prerequisite: Medical Terminology
This class conforms to the Health Unit Coordinator national certification exam content outline that is based on the national job analysis performed by the Certification Board’s testing agency. The student is trained to perform the many secretarial and record-keeping duties of the nursing station and other ways in which to support the health care team.
Online-Educator
OSC3608AX 81709 9/5-10/31, Temple
OSC3608AX 90011 11/7-1/2, Temple

Medical Coding Exam Review for AHIMA CCS-P & CCA Exams

($60+)
This class is for physician-based coding, which is the first step in the medical office coding certification process. It builds on previous coursework and/or applicable employment experience. It includes technical information and focuses on test-taking strategies for the various types of exams and preparation. The text focuses on test-taking information and how tests are constructed. The mock exams are constructed from the same format as the national exams.
Online-Educator
MED3030FX 81714 9/5-10/17, Temple
MED3030FX 81715 11/7-12/19, Temple

Medical Transcription, Intermediate

($60 + textbook & $5 software)
Prerequisite: Medical Transcription, Beginning
In addition to enhancing the student's knowledge of the format and organization of the medical report, this class introduces the student to transcription rules, proofreader's marks, a sample patient history form, the Lund Browder chart, laboratory test information, sample forms for ordering laboratory tests, radiology tests and consults, medical supplies and both inpatient and outpatient reports. This class includes 100 reports with an intermediate level of noise, differing accents, and difficulty of terminology. The reports to be transcribed include history and physical examinations, radiology reports, operative reports, pathology reports, requests for consultation, death summaries, discharge summaries, and autopsy reports with an introduction to HPIP and SOAP reports. This class is structured in a way that allows the student with a home computer system and access to the Internet to complete it with no additional costs.
Online-Educator
NUR3236BX 81722 9/5-12/19, Auman
NUR3236BX 90016 11/7-2/20, Auman

Medical Transcription, Advanced

($60 + textbook & $5 software)
Prerequisite: Medical Transcription, Intermediate
Students in this class transcribe 720 minutes of dictated medical reports including diagnostic imaging/ interventional radiology, oncology, hematology/infectious diseases, pediatrics/neonatology, gastroenterology, respiratory/pulmonary medicine, cardiology, general surgery, plastic surgery, dentistry/oral surgery, orthopedics, neurology/neurosurgery, psychiatry, urology/ nephrology, obstetrics/gynecology, otorhinolaryngology, ophthalmology, and pathology. Transcription tips, rules, puzzle activities, etc., and the inclusion of new medical procedures make this a dynamic and interesting class. Appendices include types of incisions, sutures, suture materials, dressings, instruments, anesthesia, operative positions, common lab tests, common drugs, prefixes, combining forms, and suffixes. This class is structured in a way that allows the student with a home computer system and access to the Internet to complete it with no additional costs.
Online-Educator
NUR3236CX 81723 9/5-12/19, Auman
NUR3236CX 90017 11/7-2/20, Auman

Microsoft Access Complete, 2007

($62 + textbook)
This course covers creating tables; primary keys, saving and selecting objects, changing table structure, managing and editing records, using the clipboard, creating and working in forms and reports, using querie, calculated fields and statistical functions, establishing relational tables, using the form wizard, filtering records, using hyperlinks, prompting for user input, and customizing reports. Upon completion, the successful student will be able to pass the Microsoft Certified Application Specialists Exam.
Asheboro
CAS3070C 81630 6-9 pm, TTh, 9/9-10/28
CAS3070C 81631 8:30-11:30 am, MW, 10/6-11/24
Online-Educator ($60+)
CAS3070CX 81632 9/5-10/24, Dixon
CAS3070CX 81633 11/7-12/26, Dixon

Microsoft Excel 2007, Advanced

($62 + textbook)
Create/edit simple worksheets; use 3-D references; work with multiple sheets; work with tables; add and filter records; set print area; create custom views; use named ranges and structured references; use lookup functions; use auditing tools; set a data validation list; trace precedents, dependents, and error messages; use IfError; create a static data consolidation; link workbooks, use text sources; manage imported data; use data tables and pivot tables; create advanced filters; work with macros; and use templates. Upon completion, the successful student will be able to pass the Microsoft Certified Application Specialists Exam.
Online-Educator
CAS3050GX 81638 9/5-11/14, Dixon
CAS3050GX 90007 11/7-1/16, Dixon
Asheboro
CAS3050G 81640 12:30-3:30 pm, MW, 10/8-12/17
CAS3050G 81641 6-9 pm, MW, 9/10-11/19

Microsoft Word 2007, Advanced

Features covered include creating and editing documents, inserting graphics, compressing pictures, changing text wrapping, inserting WordArt, resizing and moving WordArt, grouping and aligning shapes, inserting watermarks, modifying styles, inserting textboxes and pull quotes, creating SmartArt, adding text to SmartArt, inserting charts and editing them, formatting charts and chart elements, mail merge, inserting data sources, inserting fields, updating field properties, using bookmarks, templates, inserting content controls, editing forms, creating macros, running macros, footnotes and endnotes, outlines, indexes, and tables of contents. Upon completion, the successful student will be able to pass the Microsoft Certified Application Specialists Exam.
Asheboro ($62 + textbook)
CAS3120U 81654 12:30-3:30 pm, TTh, 9/4-10/30
CAS3120U 81655 6-9 pm, MW, 10/6-12/3, Staff
Online-Educator ($60+)
CAS3120UX 81652 9/5-10/31, Thornburg
CAS3120UX 90005 11/7-1/2, Thornburg

Mind Games: The Aging Brain & How To Keep It Healthy

($60 + textbook)
This class is designed for middle-aged adults, senior citizens, healthcare professionals and home caregivers. It will explain why "senior moments" occur and how you can take charge of your mental agility. It will exercise your brain the way athletes train and maintain their bodies. It will also give you information regarding the quality of your life. You will find out what learning style(s) you prefer and you will be able to apply these learning techniques and strategies to all aspects of your life.
Online-Educator
NUR3279AX 81278 9/5-10/17, Freeze
NUR3279AX 81279 11/7-12/19, Freeze

Patient Billing for the Medical Office using Medisoft

($62 + text)
Prerequisite: Medical Insurance and Computerized Billing, Medical Terminology
This course provides students with a unique approach to learning NDCMedisoft Advanced Version 9 techniques within the context of a realistic medical office setting. Students have the opportunity to apply and enhance their office and computer skills by playing the role of a Patient Service Specialist in a family medical practice.
Online-Educator
MED3030IX 81724 9/5-10/17, Temple
MED3030IX 81725 11/7-12/19, Temple
Asheboro
MED3030I 81726 12:30-3:30 pm, TTh, 11/4-12/16, Dixon

Pharmacological Terminology

($60 + apx. $85 textbook)
Prerequisite: Medical Terminology
This class provides an extensive framework of drug information in a concise format. Calculations are simplified into step-by-step processes. Drugs are organized by classifications and include their purpose, side effects, cautions, and interactions. This terminology includes new drugs, information about the uses and effects of herbs, and the USP Quality Review list of similar drug names. The class examines the Internet as a reference tool and directs students to reliable Web sites, provides case studies to stimulate critical thinking, and includes an activity CD-ROM which provides interactive exercises to enhance the learning experience.
Online-Educator
NUR3235AX 81585 9/5-10/17, Miller
NUR3235AX 81586 11/7-12/19, Miller

QuickBooks 2006

($60 + textbook + supplies)
Learn how to do the accounting for your business using this popular accounting software. Use special journals and subsidiary ledgers, and generate professional financial statements.
Asheboro
CAS3080A 81682 8:30-11:30 am, MW, 8/27-10/6
CAS3080A 81683 9 am-12 pm, F, 9/5-11/14
CAS3080A 81684 6:30-9:30 pm, TTh, 10/23-12/2