EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)

Career Technical Education 2017 Spring Schedule

Antelope Valley Adult School 45110 3rd St East, Lancaster, CA 93535

(661) 942-3042 ● Fax (661) 948-0846 ● www.avadult.org

Dental Assistant Program *

Dental Assisting 1 $ 250

Oral health and nutrition, dental charting, general anatomy and physiology, mouth disease, teeth functions , infection, ortho-dontics, periodontics, lab, x-ray history and precautions, safety, ethics and office management (Prereq: Adequate reading skills).

1/10/17—5/16/17 TR 4:00—6:30 pm Brooks

Dental Assisting 2 $ 250

Hands-on training in Aseptic Technique, Sterilization, Impres-sions, Cement mixing, X—ray film development and mounting, Periodontal dressing, Tofflemire placement, Instrument Identifi-cation and Chairside Assisting (Internship: Completion of Dental Assisting 1—Internship sites for 120 hours). 1/9/17—3/9/17 MR 5:00—7:30 pm Brooks 3/17/17—5/19/17 Friday 4:00—5:00pm *Uniform required: (Grey color). Classes are held at: AVHS 44900 Division Street, Lancaster 331

EMT—Basic $ 500

The EMT Course prepares students for the National Registry of

Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Exam . Offered n co-

ordination with AVROP EMT accredited Program.

The course teaches both didactic and hands on instruction in the knowledge and skills necessary to become a Certified EMT-Basic. Subjects include CPR, terminology, anatomy, life support, patient assessment, communicable diseases, and emergencies. EMT's may work on ambulances, in hospitals, for the fire depart-ments, law enforcement agencies, and in the military. EMT's provide treatment and transport to ill or injured patients. HS/GED required for certification. Criminal Background will be checked. Computer/Internet access is required. 1/10/17—5/18/17 TR 8:30 am—12:00 pm Chacon W 8:30 am—11:30 am (Class will meet at ROP building: 1156 E Ave S, Palmdale/C2)

Uniform is required: Dark navy blue EMS or uniform pants ON-LY, a white polo shirt, and a solid black belt .

Pharmacy Technician Program

Introduction to procedures, operations, drugs, medications,

dosage forms/strengths, inventory control and assisting the

pharmacist. Externship opportunities available. This is a full-

year program from August through May.

Interested new applicants should visit or call the school to be

placed on the interest list. Students must attend an information

night in July 2017 and complete the application/interview pro-

cess to be approved for the program.

Recommended prerequisites: Adequate math skills & Medical

Terminology. (Lab Coat Required)

This program meets the requirements for CA state certification

(HSD or equivalency is required for state certification).

2nd semester 1/17/17—5/18/17 TWR 5:00-8:00pm S voboda $500

Registration takes place at Lancaster main office at above address. Registration starts on

Thursday, Dec.1, 2016 and continues on a first-come, first-served basis during regular office hours until classes are full or the second class meeting.

Students can register in Palmdale at SAVAS (1156 East Ave S) during open office hours if the class meets in Palmdale (except EMT).

Pharmacy Technician program: Students have to attend a mandatory information night TBD.

Payment is due at time of registra-tion (Cash, Credit Cards: VISA/MC/DISC—no personal checks).

Classes with insufficient enrollment will be cancelled and refunds will be issued in the same manner as paid.

Certificates are awarded upon suc-cessful completion of each course.

All classes meet in Lancaster unless stated otherwise. Books are available for purchase at the main office or can be purchased online.

Registration Information

Certificate Programs

Career Technical Education 2017 Spring Schedule

Antelope Valley Adult School 45110 3rd St East, Lancaster, CA 93535

(661) 942-3042 ● Fax (661) 948-0846 ● www.avadult.org

The Antelope Valley Adult School offers the following programs. End-of-program certificates are issued upon completion of the required courses and submission of the application to the school.

Administrative Secretary

Office Skills & Business Communications

Introduction to Computers

Keyboarding/Typing*

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Publisher or MS Access

MS PowerPoint

Medical Assistant

Medical Terminology

Medical Administrative Skills

Medical Clinical Skills

Introduction to Computers**

Medical Assistant—Certification

Medical Secretary

Office Skills & Business Comm.

Introduction to Computers

Keyboarding/Typing*

Medical Terminology

MS Word

Pharmacy Technician

Medical Terminology **

Pharmacy Technician—Terms 1 & 2

Medical Biller and Coder

Medical Terminology

Medical Administrative Skills

Medical Billing and Coding

Electronic Medical Records

Introduction to Computers **

* Typing with a minimum of 35 wpm and 95% accuracy. ** Recommended

Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant 1

Dental Assistant 2

EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)

EMT Course

NREMT Exam

Network Technician

Computer Repair Technician

Network Technician 1

Network Technician 2

Personal Care Technician

Personal Care Technician

CPCT Exam

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Health, Science & Medical Technology

Medical Assistant: Terminology & Human Anatomy $ 150

Introduction to medical terminology using words, prefixes, suffixes,

combining forms, abbreviations and pronunciation. Anatomy in-

cludes body systems and structures. Recommended for all medical

classes.

1/18/17— 5/18/17 MWR 5:00—8:00 pm Neely

Medical Assistant: Administrative Skills * $ 150

Instruction on communication skills, appointment scheduling, bill-

ing, accounts receivables, records, medical laws/ethics, banking,

financial management, office skills, and receptionist duties.

1/17/17—5/18/17 TR 2:00—5:00 pm Neely

Medical Assistant: Clinical Skills * $ 200

Instruction and hands-on practice to acquire skills to assist physi-

cians. Includes vital signs, surgical procedures, medical office lab

skills, administering medications, veni-puncture, ECG, emergency

procedures, and nutrition. Externship opportunities available.

1/18/17—5/19/17 MWF 9:00—12:00 pm Wallace

Medical Assistant: CCMA Certification Review $ 50

Review of terminology, anatomy, administrative, and clinical skills

to prepare students for the Medical Assistant Certification Exam.

2/21/17—5/16/17 T 5:30— 7:30 pm Lopez

Medical Assistant: Certification Exam

The computer-based state certification exam is proctored by the

Adult School through PearsonVue at least twice a year . Eligible

students must have recent work experience or recent formal

training in an approved MA program.

Applications and fees are submitted to CCBMA at least two

weeks before the scheduled testing date. Upon approval, stu-

dents can register with PearsonVue to take the test at AVAS.

Fee: $185 (Basic & two specialties) $145 (Basic & one specialty)

Instruction and hands-on practice in insurance coverage,

claims, collections; computerized training in charges, pay-

ments, adjustments and deposits. Extensive ICD-10 and CPT

coding for overall billing practices. Record

keeping and medical office operations.

1/18/17—5/17/17 MW 5:00-8:00 pm Lopez $200

Medical Billing and Coding *

Career Technical Education Schedule 2017

2015 Graduates

Personal Care Technician *

Electronic Medical Records

An electronic medical record is the computerized version of

the traditional chart. Electronic versions allow medical pro-

fessionals to zoom in on the precise information they need

to provide the best possible care to their patients. This

course will introduce students to the medical record for-

mats, numbering and filing systems, storage and retrieval

systems as well as legal requirements for maintain medical

records.

1/19/17—5/18/17 Thurs 5:00-8:00 pm Lopez $100

This course prepares the

student to work as an entry-

level Patient Care Technician

in a clinic, hospital, nursing

home, or long-term care

facility. Students will learn to

check vital signs, administer

CPR and First Aid, assist in

medical examinations, per-

form electrocardiograms

(EKGs), perform basic labora-

tory procedures and phle-

botomy, as well as learn to

provide basic patient care

including bathing, feeding, toileting, and ambulating pa-

tients. Upon successful completion of the course, the stu-

dent will also be eligible to take the National Health-career

Association exam to become a Certified Patient Care Techni-

cian (CPCT). $200

1/18/17—5/17/17 MW 1:00—4:00 pm Wallace Class meets in Palmdale at 1156 East Ave S (ROP)

* Medical Uniform in Teal color is Required

Medical Assistant Program

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Information Technology

Introduction to Computers $50

Introduction to basic computer use, including word processing,

the Internet, e-mail, basic maintenance and troubleshooting for

Windows-based computers.

1/18/17—2/24/17 MWF 8:30—11:30 am Mazas 1/17/17—3/16/17 TR 5:00—8:00 pm Haussmann*

Keyboarding (Typing) $50

Introduction to proper typing techniques and touch control to

build typing skills and accuracy using the computer keyboard.

Typing with a minimum of 35 wpm with 95% accuracy is re-

quired to qualify for certificate programs.

1/17/17—3/16/17 TR 12:00—3:00 pm Mazas 3/27/17— 5/17/17 MW 12:00—3:00 pm Mazas *

Word Processing (MS Word) $50

Create and edit Word documents, research papers, resumes

and cover letters using a wizard. Create documents with a ta-

ble, chart, and watermark. Generate form letters and mail

merge. Create a professional newsletter. (Prereq: Keyboarding).

2/27/17—4/7/17 MWF 8:30—11:30am Mazas 3/28/17—5/18/17 TR 5:00—8:00pm Haussmann*

Spreadsheets (MS Excel) $50

Create a worksheet and an embedded chart, formulas, func-

tions, formatting and web queries, what-if analysis, charting,

financial functions, data tables and amortization schedules.

4/10/17—5/19/17 MWF 8:30—11:30am Mazas 1/18/17—3/15/17 MW 5:00—8:00pm Haussmann

Presentation (MS PowerPoint) $50

Create a slide show using design templates, text slide layout,

outline tab, clip art, and visuals. Modify visual elements and

presentation formats.

1/17/17—3/16/17 TR 8:30—11:30apm Mazas

Desktop Publishing (MS Publisher) $50

Create and edit a publication, design a newsletter, publish a

tri-fold brochure, create business forms and tables

1/18/17—3/15/17 MW 12:00—3:00pm Mazas *

Database Management (MS Access):

Students will learn database creation, tables, filters, creating queries, sorting and maintaining a database. Basic computer skills required.

3/28/17—5/18/17 TR 12:00—3:00pm Mazas

Office Skills & Business Communications $50

Prepares students for entry-level professional office employ-

ment. Instruction involves interpersonal relations, business

ethics, filing and organization, job search strategies, résumé

and cover letter preparation, business communications, and

phone etiquette. Basic computers/Word/typing are required.

3/28/17—5/18/17 TR 8:30—11:30am Mazas

3/27/17—5/17/17 MW 5:00—8:00pm Haussmann

Networking

Computer Repair Technician (A+) $50

Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain PCs, Windows OS, and

SOHO networks. Utilize troubleshooting and tools to resolve PC,

OS, and network issues and implement security practices.

(Dates TBD)

Network Technician - 1 $50

Students will be introduced to networking fundamentals, such as

WAN technologies, basic wireless concepts, and network hard-

ware. Learn to design and build small office networks, using an

understanding of network hardware, IP addressing, and soft-

ware. (Dates TBD)

*Classes meet in Palmdale at 1156 East Ave S (ROP)

Fitness Training

Personal Fitness Training - 2 $ 50

Program prepares students to pass the NASM (National Acade-my of Sports Medicine) certification preferred by major sports, health, and fitness clubs. Students are introduced to Kinesiology, anatomy, muscle action, motor behavior, exercise application, resistance, flexibility, and balance training, nutrition, body com-position and meal planning. 1/7/17—5/18/17 TR 4:00—6:00 pm LeDuff

(Class is held at LnHS at 44701 32nd St West, Lancaster in the Weight Room/ROTC

151)