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howardcc.edu/ConEd 443-518-1700 Winter 2018 29 Health Care Do you love animals and want to learn how to help them? The below introductory level course does not meet any prerequisites for certification, but may help you deter- mine whether a veterinary assistant career is for you. Become a Veterinary Assistant ONLINE Explore a career as a veterinary assistant. Learn about vaccinations, parasite prevention, and pet nutrition. First course in a three-part series. is introductory level course does not fill any prerequisites for certi- fication. To view a full description and create your online account, please visit ed2go.com/howardcc. $125 (includes $90 in fees*) Jan 17-Feb 23 XO-288 4030 #4684 Online Feb 14-Mar 23 XO-288 4031 #4685 Online Mar 14-Apr 20 XO-288 4032 #4686 Online Sat 8:30am-4pm, Feb 24 XH-454 7026 #3629 Hickory Ridge (Optional: 1/2 hour lunch break.) Sat 8:30am-4pm, Mar 3 XH-454 7027 #3630 Hickory Ridge (Optional: 1/2 hour lunch break.) Sat 8:30am-4pm, Mar 24 XH-454 7028 #3631 Hickory Ridge (Optional: 1/2 hour lunch break.) Spanish for Medical Professionals Develop Spanish speaking skills applicable in any medical setting. Students will learn to inquire about pain symptoms, medical histories, insurance, diets, and medical treatment options. To view a full description and create your online account, please visit ed2go.com/howardcc. $125 (includes $90 in fees*) Jan 17-Feb 23 XO-489 4985 #4625 Online Feb 14-Mar 23 XO-489 4986 #4626 Online Mar 14-Apr 20 XO-489 4987 #4627 Online Spanish for Nursing is program prepares non-Spanish-speaking nurses to provide medical care and attention to Spanish-speaking patients in medical office settings and hospitals. In addition to workplace Spanish language, this program provides trans- cultural training for nurses and future nurses. Upon comple- tion, you will be able to use Spanish to obtain information and patient history, obtain vital signs, perform physical assessment, perform routine procedures, prepare patients for surgery or other procedures, administer medications, honor patient's requests, and identify Hispanic cultural traits relating to medical care. Includes non-refundable materials fee. Instructor: Marcela Phillips. $164 (includes $80 in fees*) Thu 7pm-9pm, Jan 11-Mar 1 XI-146 6278 #9846 Oakland Mills High School (You must be registered two weeks prior to the start date in order to receive a manual. Please call 443-518-4659 after that date.) Orientation to Health Care Interpreting Training e orientation session includes an overview of the Health Care Interpreting Certificate Program components and requirements. e Health Care Interpreter's standard of practice, roles, functions and arenas are introduced. ere is also a language proficiency assessment that is required in order to take the Interpreting in Health Care course. $80. Course#YE-800. Sat 9am-1pm Feb 3 Hickory Ridge Interpreting in Health Care is course provides training for bilingual individuals to develop the awareness, knowledge, and skills necessary for effective language interpretation in health care settings. Basic knowledge of common medical conditions, treatments, and procedures will be taught. Students will learn about bridg- ing linguistic and cultural competency between clients and providers, which is a vital component in the art of interpreta- tion. e course allows students to develop advanced skills in ethical decision making, memory development, patient advocacy, and listening ability. By the end of the course students are able to analyze and contrast cultural influences on health beliefs, choose and demonstrate the appropriate interpreting role based on the communication barriers of the speaker and solve ethical dilemmas by applying the ethical decision-making process. $875. Course#YE-801. Thu 6:30pm-9:30pm and Sat 9am-3:30pm Feb 15-May 19 Health Sciences Building (No class on Mar 3, Mar 17, Mar 31, & Apr 7) Field Experience in Health Care Interpreting is course will provide students with meaningful observa- tion opportunities, supervised interpretation practice, and ample opportunities for analysis and reflection of real life situations. $145. Course #YE-802 Thu 7pm-9pm, Jun 7, Jun 21, Jun 28, & Jul 12 Health Sciences Building Want a rewarding career? Take your next step this spring. Ophthalmic Technician Training Gain knowledge in theory and the practice skills you need in this hybrid course to work as an entry-level ophthalmic technician. Aer successful competition of training, you will be eligible to register for the associated mandatory internship. CLASS BEGINS THIS SPRING. Contact Jennifer Bukowitz at 443-518-4967 or Kathy Schultz at 443-518-4981 to schedule an appointment to obtain a registration form. HYBRID HEALTH CARE INTERPRETER PROGRAM Learn how to be a language interpreter in the health care industry! Orientation to Health care Interpret- ing Training is a prerequisite for Interpreting in Health Care class. For more information, call 443- 518-3214 or email HCIT@howardcc.edu.