Emergency Medical Technician Basic: (EMT-B)(4.4260)(3181)(062815) Semester and Accelerated classes offered. This course provides education and training in emergency field assessment, care and transportation of the sick and injured. The coursework includes 120 hours of medical theory combined with practical skills and 10 hours of clinical experience including “ride-alongs” with emergency medical transport providers in the County of Ventura. Upon successful completion of coursework and final examinations, students will receive an EMT-1 Course Completion Certificate from Simi Valley Adult School. This certificate along with instructor approval entitles the student to take the computerized National Registry Exam which certifies the student as an EMT-1 in the State of California for a period of two years.

Must be 18 years old; must have a valid “CPR for the Health Care Provider” from the American Heart Association or “CPR for the Professional Rescuer” from the American Red Cross (the instructor will offer a CPR class on a Saturday prior to the end of class for those who need to obtain one); Life Scan (fingerprinting) and current immunizations are required prior to clinical experience.

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This three or four day class meets the 24 hour classroom refresher requirement and the skills refresher requirement for the State of California and its Counties as well as portions of the National Registry’s reregistration requirements for Emergency Medical Technician Basics. There may be additional requirements to be eligible for recertification or to reregister if your certification has lapsed; or depending on the County and State of your certification. Note: Skills completion certificates are only valid for 12 months or as allowed by the ruling regulatory agency or authority. All students must bring a copy of their current or most recent EMT certification card and a current Healthcare providers level CPR card to the class for the instructor.

If you are interested in skills testing only, you may enroll for skills only which will take place on the last day of the refresher. Skills practice will be at the discretion of the instructor. If offered it may be the same day prior to testing or the second to last day of the refresher. You will need to check back with the school for times and availability.

If you are interested in renewing your CPR at the same time, you may elect to add the CPR renewal component. In order to add the CPR component you will need to enroll in the CPR renewal course at the same time as you enroll for the Skills or complete refresher class. You will then need to follow the steps as described in the catalog for the CPR renewal class and then bring the online completion form to skills testing for the instructor.

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This CPR with Automatic External Defibrillation (AED) training course is for those who are healthcare providers or who intend to enter the healthcare profession. This class is a prerequisite to a number of medical programs at the school. Course content includes Adult, Child and Infant CPR as well as AED use. This course is not a substitute for AED training that you would receive at a place where you volunteer or work; however, it is a good introduction.

The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in BLS, ALCS and PALS and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the American Heart Association. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course material, does not represent income to the Association.

All students must have the current appropriate AHA course book available to them for study before, during and after the course. Students are expected to have studied the manual prior to the class. The appropriate course book is available for purchase in the student store.

Course completion certificates will not be issued the same day of the class and are mailed out or available for pick up at a later date. Proficiency in course objectives is required for course completion. If proficiency is not reached by the end of the course or during remediation a course completion certificate will not be issued.

Prerequisite for all AHA classes offered at the school: read, speak and write English. Additional prerequisites for some classes listed above. All AHA courses are subject to cancellation one week prior to the class if minimum enrollment is not met.

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(3415)(066515): One semester course covers medicolegal issues, handling source documents in the physician’s office, documentation and the medical record, diagnostic (ICD-9-CM) and procedure (CPT/HCPCS II) coding, working knowledge of basic insurance programs, processing the standard health insurance claim form (CMS-1500), operations and types of managed care systems, the authorization process, ledger transactions, tracing claims, tracking reimbursement, and an introduction to computerized insurance billing. Employment opportunities: physician, chiropractic, and physical therapy offices; billing services; clinics, other outpatient facilities; health maintenance organizations, insurance companies. Medical terminology strongly recommended. A self-paced course for Medical Terminology only is offered in Business and Computer Technology, Room 201 (call [805] 579-6200 ext. 1084 for information).

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Course prepares students to work in medical offices and clinics and emphasizes clinical skills including vital signs, diagnostic testing (venipuncture, urinalysis, ECG, injections, etc.). Students who successfully complete the course are eligible to take the NCCT/Medical Assistant National Certification Exam given at the adult school. Prerequisites: 18 years or older, speak, read, write English at the 11th grade level and have a U.S. high school diploma or equivalency. A physical exam that incudes extensive lab work is required at the student’s expense, after registration into the program. Proof of Hepatitis B immunization also required. Physical exam form issued at time of registration. Completed exam form and proof of first Hepatitis B immunization, is due the first evening of class or the student will not be admitted into the program. Course emphasizes medical terminology. Students will need to show proof of CPR certification upon completion of class

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A course for those desiring to enter the medical field or for medical personnel to increase their skills. ECG technicians are employed in doctors’ offices, clinics and hospitals. They provide critical information to physicians about patient’s heart health by preparing patients for procedures, operating machines, recording, measuring heart rates, rhythms, including arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat). Vital signs, medical terms, anatomy, physiology included. Students who successfully complete course are eligible to take the ECG Technician National Certification Exam given at the adult school. Prerequisites: 18 years or older; speak, read, write English. Medical Terminology recommended. recommended.

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Medical Terminology (3182)(066415): One evening per week semester class. Learn the language of medicine applicable to all health care occupations, including basic medical word roots, combining forms, prefixes, suffixes, abbreviations, pronunciation. Course includes non-technical explanations and provides students with a working knowledge of terms used in anatomy, physiology, pathology, clinical procedures, laboratory tests. Approved for 24 continuing education hours for CNA/HHA (provider #00849). Prerequisites: speak, read, write English.

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(4.4255)(3347,3131)(063111,063315) Classroom instruction and clinical training include resident care skills, vital signs, nutrition, emergency procedures, and rehabilitation. Eligible students take the state competency exam for certification.

Prerequisites: 18 years or older; speak, read, write English at US high school level. A physical exam is required, at the student’s expense, after registration into the program. Persons who have been convicted at any time of a felony or misdemeanor (other than a minor traffic violation) should not register until they have obtained a criminal conviction clearance. Contact the Counseling Office at (805) 579-6200 ext. 1612 for information and instructions

Valid, current photo ID in one of the following forms: driver’s license or state ID card; passport (U.S. or foreign); U.S.Military I.D. card; Alien Registration card. Social Security card also required. The names must match on these documents, and they must be the originals.

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This course promotes the quality of patient care by providing entry-level skills for the Home Health Aide. The required information necessary to meet the Department of Health Services mandated content for the Certified Home Health Aide is provided in this course. Upon successful course completion, a list of all candidates eligible for HHA certification is submitted to the Department of Health Services-Home Health Aide Certification Section. Must hold a current Nurse Assistant certification.

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Program provides the instruction and skills necessary for students to become physical therapy aides or chiropractic assistants. Coursework includes fundamental principles of anatomy, physiology, psychology, medical terminology, therapeutic exercise, and modalities with a heavy emphasis on the musculoskeletal system. Additional topics include basic massage and front office skills. Students will be required to spend some class time observing in various physical therapy or chiropractic settings as an introduction to the field.

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Class meets State Board requirements for Registered Pharmacy Technician. Study basic principles of pharmacology, pharmaceutical calculations, medical terminology, functions and duties of a pharmacy technician in both a retail and hospital pharmacy. Course includes hands-on training and experience in making I.V. solutions, piggybacks, aseptic techniques, re-packaging of pharmaceuticals. A computer lab is utilized by students to input outpatient/inpatient data. Preparation for national certification exam is included. Prerequisites: 18 years or older; U.S. high school graduate or GED (English version) Students must show proof of graduation or GED by first class meeting, pre-algebra math skills; speak, read, write English, 9th grade reading level recommended.

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California Department of Health Services, Division of Laboratory Science, approved program to train students to work in laboratories, doctors’ offices, and other health care facilities.

Students must be on time and attend all classes. Students must successfully complete the on-campus Basic Phlebotomy to be permitted to attend the Advanced Phlebotomy portion of the program, then proceed to a two consecutive week unpaid externship. Students successfully completing the Phlebotomy Program (basic, advanced, and externship), receive completion certificates. To complete the certification process, students apply for State Licensing. Students should be aware that blood withdrawal techniques are practiced on classmates throughout this course.

Interested individuals must meet the following pre-requisites: 18 years or older, Speak, read, write English, 9th grade reading level highly recommended.

Once enrolled in the course, students must provide the following documentation PRIOR to the first day of class: Proof of high school graduation (from a U.S. high school) through transcripts or GED (English version). A physical exam, including Hepatitis B immunization series.

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Respiratory Therapist (3336)(064512): Nationally accredited by CoARC and CAAHEP. 24 month (Respiratory Therapist core-portion only) program.

Prerequisites (completion of prerequisites is not necessary to begin application process): 18 years or older; U.S. high school diploma, G.E.D. (English version) or U.S. college degree. See program selection process note above.

State law requires all applicants for California licensure to have a minimum of an associate’s degree. The degree must be issued by either the respiratory therapy school or by a college with whom the school has formed a consortium. Simi Valley Career Institute has an agreement with Excelsior College to grant an associate’s degree to those individuals who successfully complete the program, pending completion of 18 additional college units. Persons holding associate degrees may be eligible to transfer their units to Excelsior College. Call the counselor, Gloria Hasson, at (805) 579-6200 ext. 1617 for details.

A physical exam that includes extensive lab work and proof of Hepatitis B immunization is required after acceptance into the program, at the student’s expense. This program is now CoARC-authorized, through a Letter of Review, to initiate the process of transition to advanced practitioner education and training. The program will then be equipped to prepare students to function at the highest competency level consistent with the national credentialing examination for Registered Respiratory Therapist.

The national accreditation agency is: Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC), 1248 Harwood Road, Bedford, Texas 76021-4244, Phone: (817) 283-2835.

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Surgical Technologist (3335)(065012): Twelve-month nationally accredited program.

Program prepares students to function within the sterile environment of the operating room assisting surgeons during surgical procedures. The surgical technology field requires physical stamina, manual dexterity, the ability to maintain good working relationships with patience and tact, and the ability to work well in high-stress situations.

Intensive study program includes anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, pharmacology, principles of asepsis and universal precaution techniques, surgical procedures, patient care and clinical experience in area hospitals. Employment opportunities include acute care hospitals, outpatient surgery centers and physician’s offices. A physical exam that includes extensive lab work is required, at the student’s expense, after acceptance into the program. Proof of Hepatitis B immunization also required. A background check will be required before starting the program at the student’s expense.

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X-Ray Technician (3253)(066012): Eleven-month state accredited program.

Prerequisites: (Completion of prerequisites is not necessary to begin application process) 18 years or older; U.S. high school diploma, G.E.D. (English version) or U.S. college degree.

Limited permit program prepares students to take California State Board Radiology Examination in categories of chest, torsoskeletal and extremities. Graduates work primarily in doctor’s offices, clinics, and medical groups, and may continue at another school to advance to full license. This program meets the digital radiography requirements required by CCR Title 17, Section 30424. Student graduating from our program will be permitted, upon licensure, to perform digital radiography. This component includes 20 hours of Digital Radiography instruction, and 50 hours of Radiation Protection.

A physical exam that includes extensive lab work is required, at the student’s expense, after acceptance into the program. Proof of Hepatitis B immunization also required. A background check will be required before starting the program at the student’s expense.

A current CPR card must be in evidence prior to entering the clinical portion of the program. A background check will be required before starting the program at the student’s expense.

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