Workforce courses and industry-based certifications within the Division of Nursing & Allied Health are designed to equip students with practical skills and recognized qualifications that are directly applicable to careers.
CERTIFIED CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CCMA)
CCMA’s are needed in a variety of settings (clinics, doctors' offices, etc.) and are an integral part of the medical team that works directly with the Healthcare Provider. The program provides both classroom and hands-on instruction regarding the role of the medical assistant in the practical setting. This course prepares students to take the CCMA examination with National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
No upcoming schedule for this course.
CERTIFIED ELECTRONIC HEALTH RECORDS SPECIALIST (CEHRS)
In this program, students will learn the following: What an electronic health record system is, what information is stored in an electronic record, and how to input and navigate through patient records. How to implement a system and understand the importance of these systems versus traditional paper records. Medical terminology, medical conditions and procedures, word parts and structures related to the human body.
This course is a great starting point for students interested in Medical Billing and Coding. Upon successful completion of course, you will be prepared and eligible to take the CEHRS exam from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
No upcoming schedule for this course.
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Upon successful completion of course, the student will receive a certificate of completion as having completed the training requirements of the Certified Medical Assistant. This program is designed to provide thorough didactic and practical instruction and a basic system overview of the role of the medical assistant in a practical setting. Classroom lectures cover the theory, anatomy and terminology pertaining to each system. Practical instruction provides hands-on training in the listed procedures verified through a skills check-off system. Upon completion of this competency-based program students are eligible to take the national Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam from the National Healthcareer Association. The registration fee includes textbooks, supplies, study guides and exam fee.
No upcoming schedule for this course.
CERTIFIED MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN (CMHT)
This accelerated examination preparation course includes both classroom and hands-on lab experience. The focus of the training is to prepare students to successfully pass the CMHT examination through the NCCB.
Coursework will focus on care for the mentally impaired and emotionally disturbed persons as well as mental health focused hygiene, basic patient assessment, and dispensed medication administration. Participants will also be trained to lead prescribed individual and group therapies and assist patients with activities of daily living. The exam fee includes a study guide and additional exam preparation materials.
No upcoming schedule for this course.
CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE (CNA)
This course includes theory, skills lab, and external clinical experience required of general nurse aids in long term healthcare facilities. The focus of this training is provision of Certified Nurse Aid. This training includes instruction in state required clinical skills and a foundational knowledge of caregiving in the long term care facility. This includes basic patient care, activities of daily living, patient measurements, and other health maintenance activities. Upon completion of this course, students are well prepared to sit for the Prometric proctored exam and competently perform required skills.
No upcoming schedule for this course.
CERTIFIED PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN / ASSISTANT (CPCT/A)
This accelerated course includes theory, lab, and external experience. The focus of this training is provision of general Patient Care Technician. This training includes the introduction of skills related to basic patient care, proper phlebotomy collection and electrocardiogram collection and monitoring. Upon completion of this course, students are well prepared to sit for the Certified Patient Care Technician exam through NHA.
No upcoming schedule for this course.
CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN (CPHT)
This program is designed to prepare students for the Certified Pharmacy Technician Exam offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). The NHA exam is scheduled for two weeks after course completion (subject to change). You'll take the ExCPT exam at a PSI testing center near you, or through live remote proctoring at the location of your choice, the instructor will assist you with exam registration.
Once students have successfully passed the National Certification Exam, they must complete an additional 600 hours of guided practice in a pharmacy. There are externship opportunities available to students through our healthcare partners that can provide you with the opportunity to complete these hours. The 600 hours is required in order to meet the Louisiana State Pharmacy Board of Registry qualifications to be licensed in Louisiana.
No upcoming schedule for this course.
CERTIFIED PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN
The Phlebotomy training program prepares students to draw blood samples from patients in a clinical laboratory or public health setting. Over the course of the program, students will gain exposure to on-the-job duties that include drawing blood samples from patients producing quality laboratory results. This course prepares students to take the CPT examination with National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
Students are also responsible for performing 30 successful venipunctures and 10 successful capillary sticks on live individuals in order to sit for the NHA exam. If the required sticks have not been completed by exam time, your NHA certification will be held by the college until you can provide proof of the required sticks.
No upcoming schedule for this course.
CERTIFIED PROVIDER – BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS) AHA
The AHA’s BLS course trains participants to promptly recognize several life-threatening emergencies, give high-quality chest compressions, deliver appropriate ventilations and provide early use of an AED. Reflects science and education from the American Heart Association Guidelines Update for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (EC
No upcoming schedule for this course.
MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING – CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL CODER (CPC)
The Medical Billing and Coding (MBC) Program prepares students for employment in long-term care facilities, home health agencies, hospitals, dental clinics and many other health related entities. Certified Professional Coders (CPC) review and interpret the health records and maintain close communications with health care providers, supporting efficient health care documentation and revenue cycles. This course will prepare individuals for the CPC exam through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
No upcoming schedule for this course.
MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING
The Medical Billing & Coding Program prepares students for employment in long-term care facilities, home health agencies, and hospitals. Medical billing and coding specialists review and interpret the health records and maintain close communications with health care providers, supporting efficient health care documentation and revenue cycles. This course will prepare individuals for the CPC (Certified Professional Coder) test. The registration fee includes all textbooks, study guides and three practice exams. It does NOT include CPC certification exam.
No upcoming schedule for this course.