Transcript Orientation to Healthcare Careers

Orientation to Healthcare Careers
Sheila Taridona
CT Community Colleges
Information provided with the assistance of
the CT Area Health Education Center
and the CT Department of Labor
Today’s Objectives
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Have an open mind
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To provide an overview of careers in health care
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To explore certificate & associate degree
programs offered at the CT Community Colleges
and other locations
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Introduction of the H.O.B.E.T and its relationship
to healthcare careers
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Discuss financial aid options
High Growth/High Demand
Healthcare Professionals
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Did you know that doctors and nurses are only 40 percent of all
health care providers?
The other 60 percent are allied health practitioners.
Over 5 million health care providers in the United States work in
more than 80 allied health professions.
Many of these professionals get their training on the job or at their
local community colleges.
Individuals who are trained for allied health professions are in high
demand, and this demand will continue in the future. More than
half of the top 30 fastest growing jobs in the U.S. predicted
through 2016 are in allied health occupations.
Statewide Healthcare Programs
Available Programs
Nursing  Radiological Tech  Surgical Tech  EKG  Occupational Therapy Respiratory Care
EMT Physical Therapy Asst  Medical Assisting  Paramedic Studies  Dental Hygiene
Mental Health Assistant  Medical Billing/Coding  Patient Care Tech  Phlebotomy Tech  CNA
Dental Office Mgmt  Gerontology  Central Sterile  Health Claims/Office  Healthcare Administration
Dietetic Tech  Nursing Home Administration Nutritionist Health Educator Pharmacy Tech
Outreach Worker  Clinical Lab Tech  Art Therapist Massage Therapist Speech Language Pathologist
Veterinary Tech  Registered Dietitian  Funeral Director  Athletic Trainer  Fitness Specialist
Medical Librarian  Medical Records Tech  Medical Transcriptionist  Rehabilitation Worker
Environmental Tech  Licensed Practical Nurse Optician Drug & Alcohol Counselor
and many more…
Website Resources for
Researching Healthcare Careers
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Connecticut Community Colleges – Health Careers
www.commnet.edu/healthcare
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Health Careers in Connecticut
www.healthcareersinct.com
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Explore Health Careers
www.explorehealthcareers.org
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Occupational Outlook Handbook
www.bls.gov/oco
Website Resources for
Job Searching
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Connecticut Job Bank
www.jobcentral.org/ct
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Career Builder
www.careerbuilder.com
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Indeed
www.indeed.com
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Monster
www.monster.com
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Also search healthcare provider websites
Suggestions for Exploring
Healthcare Careers
Research recommended websites
 Ask questions- talk to people in
healthcare
 Review notes from orientation
 Utilize contact person
 Meet with Community College
Program Advisors
 Volunteer Service / Job Shadowing
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Qualities of Health Care
Providers
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Caring & compassionate
Detail oriented
Able to advocate for
others
Clear communicator
Accountable for own
actions
Physically fit
Flexible and resilient
Emotionally stable
Sensitive to diversity
Problem solver
Uses good judgment
Why Choose a Health Career ?
Very rewarding
 YOU can make a difference
 Careers are highly respected
 Salaries are great
 Schedules are flexible
 Many career choices
 Training programs range from
2 months - 2 years
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What are your Choices?
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On the Job Training
Non-Credit Certificate Programs
Credit Certificate Programs
Associate’s Degree Programs (2 yrs)
Non-Credit vs. Credit Programs
Non-Credit Certificate Programs
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You do not earn college credits towards a degree
Fast-track, job-specific training
Do not have to take general education courses
Credit Certificate and Degree Programs
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Earn college credit towards a degree
Must take Accuplacer exam (placement test)
There could be prerequisite course requirements
to get into a program
General education courses could be part of the
program
CT Community Colleges in the
Eastern Region
Three Rivers Community College
www.trcc.commnet.edu
574 New London Turnpike, Norwich
Quinebaug Valley Community College
www.qvcc.commnet.edu
742 Upper Maple Avenue, Danielson
729 Main Street, Willimantic
Eastern Region Non-Credit
Certificate Programs
Quinebaug Valley C.C. – Danielson
 Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) (also in Willimantic)
 EKG Technician
 Medical Billing and Coding
 Pharmacy Technician (also in Willimantic)
 Dietary Assistant
 Veterinary Assistant
Eastern Region Non-Credit
Certificate Programs
Three Rivers C.C. – Norwich
 Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
 Medical Billing and Coding
 Patient Care Technician (PCT)
 Medical Transcription (summer ’09)
 EKG Technician
 Pharmacy Technician
Certified Nursing Assistant
CNA
One of the fastest growing
jobs
 Provides basic bedside care
bathing, toileting, feeding,
etc…
 Minimum of 100 hours of
training required
 Can work in hospitals,
nursing homes, home care
 Wage range $11.00-$17.90
 State regulation required
 Can build a career ladder to
PCT, LPN or RN
nursingassistantcentral.com
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Medical Coders
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Faster than average job
growth
Credit and non-credit
training programs available
Training takes approx.
12-18 months
Compiles and processes
medical records via computer
Can work in hospitals,
HMO’s, doctors offices,
clinics, nursing homes and
insurance companies
Salary approx. $13 - $16
to start
Patient Care Technician
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Must work as CNA or EMT
for 3 months (ft) to enroll
Credit and non-credit
programs available
Training takes approx.
3-12 months
Provide routine care to
patients, phlebotomy, EKG,
advance patient care
techniques
Can work in doctors
offices, hospitals, nursing
homes, home care
Salary approx. $13-$15
to start
Electrocardiograph Technician
EKG
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Faster than average
job growth
Performs diagnostic
tests to assess heart
rhythm and rate
Training takes approx.
2 months
Can work in doctors’
offices, hospitals,
clinics, insurance
companies
Wage range- $13.50$25.00/ hour
Pharmacy Technician
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Much faster than average
job growth
Assist licensed
pharmacists- provide
medication and other
health care products to
patients, label/fill
prescriptions, place orders,
stock shelves, fill unit/dose
medication charts
Can work in pharmacies,
hospitals, nursing homes
Wage range $10.00$20.70/ hour
Dietary Assistant
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Faster than average job
growth
Design of nutritional
material, visiting patients
for food preferences,
monitoring food intake,
tray set up according to
therapeutic diets
Can work in hospitals,
nursing homes, day care
facilities, school lunch
programs, public health
offices
Wage range $10.50$22.30/ hour
Adult Education
Healthcare Programs
Go to www.cttech.org “Adult Education”
for a complete listing of all programs.
Programs in the Eastern Region
 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
 Dental Assisting
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
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Faster than average job
growth
Approx. 18-24 months
to train
Wage range $19.30$31.20/ hour
Can work in doctors
offices, hospitals,
nursing homes, clinics,
home care, military,
etc…
Can be part of a
pathway to becoming a
Registered Nurse (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurse
(LPN) Program
The LPN program is offered through the CT Technical
High School System Adult Education classes at
Norwich Tech
Windham Tech
www.cttech.org/lpn/index.htm
Completion of an accredited LPN Program
usually takes 18-24 months
Dental Assistant
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Much faster than average
job growth
Assist dentists during
procedures, take and
develop dental radiographs
(x-rays), sterilize
instruments and
equipment, and take
impressions of patients’
teeth
Wage range $12.10-$21.00
Certificate or AS degree
programs available
Can work in dentists’
offices, hospitals, schools,
community health
agencies, etc…
Dental Assistant
The Dental Assistant program is offered through
the CT Technical High School System
Adult Education classes at
Windham Tech
www.cttech.org/central/technicalofferings/dental-assistant.htm
Program consists of theory, in school hands-on
practice, and clinical training in local offices.
Graduates are eligible to take the Dental Assisting
National Board Examination to earn the title of
Certified Dental Assistant.
Completion of this accredited Dental Assistant
Program takes 10 months (Sept - June)
Eastern Region
Credit Certificate Programs
Credit Certificates at QVCC
 Phlebotomy
 Patient Care Technician (PCT)
 Health Information Management Tech: Coding
Specialist (HIMT) (online)
 Business Office Technology: Medical Office Skills
 Business Office Technology: Medical Secretary
 Community Health Worker
 Allied Health Science (Health Careers Pathways)
Credit Certificates at TRCC
 Human Services: Case Management
 Environmental Health and Safety Management
Phlebotomist
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Excellent job opportunities
Draws blood samples
using a variety of
venipuncture techniques,
keep records of
procedures
Can work in hospitals,
clinics, home health
agencies, labs, doctors
offices, pheresis (blood
separation) centers, public
health departments
Salary approx.
$12 - $15 start
Health Careers Pathways
Certificate Program
This credit certificate is designed to assist
students in achieving success in healthcare
programs.
Students will be provided with the foundation
necessary for healthcare professions as well as
exploring healthcare career options in depth.
Credits for this program may be applied
toward healthcare program requirements
within Connecticut's Community College
system.
Health Careers Pathways
Certificate Program
Health Careers Pathways Certificate Courses:
 General Biology I
 Anatomy and Physiology I
 Anatomy and Physiology II
 Concepts in Chemistry
 English Composition
 Intermediate Algebra
 General Psychology I
 Investigations in Health Careers
Participating colleges have prerequisites for above courses.
Please consult the catalog at the Community College you are attending
for prerequisites and eligibility.
Investigations in Health Careers
Course Components
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Course Modules:
Careers in Health Care
Success Strategies
Medical- Legal Responsibilities,
Ethics and Confidentiality
Precautions and Safety
Medical Terminology/The Body
Systems
Mathematics in Health Care
Interpersonal and Professional
Communication Skills
Cultural Diversity Issues in
Health Care
Medical Record Documentation
Management
History and Contemporary
Issues in Health Care
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The following will be
included:
Clinical Classroom visit
Job shadowing
Research paper
Building a portfolio with
E-Portfolio
Study and test-taking skills
Eastern Region
Associate Degrees
Three Rivers
Quinebaug Valley
Associate’s Degree
Associate’s Degree
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Nursing (RN)
Pre-Dental
Hygiene*
(in conjunction with UNH)
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Medical Assisting
Human Services
Registered Nurse (RN)
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One of the most in
demand occupations
Monitor patients’
conditions, provide
treatments prescribed by
physicians, administer
medications, direct and
supervise nursing support
personnel, etc…
Wage range $23.40$41.10/ hour
Can work in hospitals,
home care, clinics,
military, doctors offices,
schools, rehabilitation
centers, etc…
AS and BS programs
available
Medical Assistant
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Much faster than
average job growth
Employed in doctors’
offices, clinics
Record medical history,
take blood pressure/
samples, office duties,
assist with in-office
procedures
Duties vary widely
depending on nature
and size of office
$12-$14/ hour to start
Projected Healthcare Growth Expectancy &
Salaries 2006-2016
Occupation
2006
2016
Annual Openings
Average Salary
Home Health Aide
10,590
13,280
364
28,404
CNA
24,660
27,590
513
30,157
Occ. Therapy Asst
420
470
12
49,728
Phy. Therapy Asst
670
820
24
45,937
RN
32,840
38,560
1,114
68,594
Dietetic Tech
360
400
15
32,272
Dental Assistant
3.390
4,060
126
38,457
Medical Assistant
4.990
6,520
215
33,487
Medical Transcrip.
1,100
1,240
27
37,289
Pharmacy Tech
2,880
3,710
171
31,646
Vet. Assistant
1,130
1,290
29
26,109
LPN
8,020
9,070
324
52,248
Dental Hygienist
3,160
3,790
123
70,973
Sonographer
700
850
24
74,542
Nuclear Med Tech
340
390
10
74,265
Rad Tech
2,970
3,410
84
59,836
EMT
2,800
3,150
67
36,579
Respiratory Tech
210
210
7
43,982
Med Records Tech
1,570
1,760
61
37,173
Surgical Tech
1,060
1,250
50
48,833
Does Education Pay?
Retrieved from www.careervoyages.gov – Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2004
Level of Commitment
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Students must be committed to finishing
desired training program
Most programs include reading, writing,
math and homework
Once you are employed, you must be on
time, responsible and active
Transportation options need to be
planned
Child care and family obligations should
be well thought out
Prospective Employers
& Job Sites
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Hospitals, Hospice
Nursing Homes
Clinics
Rehabilitation Centers
Physicians Offices
Industry
Mental Health Agencies
Public Health Departments
Schools
Home Care Settings
Military
H.O.B.E.T
Health Occupations Basic Entrance Test
Who should take the H.O.B.E.T. ?
Anyone who seeks direction in finding
a healthcare career that fits best for
them academically and socially.
H.O.B.E.T
Health Occupations Basic Entrance Test
(con’t )
The entrance test strives to support you
academically by providing diagnostic information
about your basic academic and processing skills.
Educational Resources, Incorporated
Provides Objective Measurement of:
 Science reading ability & comprehension
 Reading rate
 Test-taking skills
 Stress profile
 Basic mathematics
 Learning styles - study approach/most effective
H.O.B.E.T
Health Occupations Basic Entrance Test
(con’t )
“The Entrance Test is not designed to keep
you out of school. It is designed to help
you identify which of your academic skills
must be sharpened before you can begin
your advanced education.”
Educational Resources, Incorporated
H.O.B.E.T
Health Occupations Basic Entrance Test
(con’t )
Day of Exam:
Eat breakfast or lunch
Arrive early
Turn off all cell phones, pagers, etc.
Must be quiet during exam
Only allowed three hours – do what
you can
Have positive attitude
Stay focused
H.O.B.E.T
Health Occupations Basic Entrance Test
(con’t )
Personal Advising Session:
 Results and Exam Interpretation
 Steps to take after the H.O.B.E.T.
exam
 Health Career information relative to
your interests and abilities
 Training program information
 Ongoing support
Financial Aid
FAFSA Financial Assistance & Counseling
(credit based programs only)
Pell Grants, Scholarships, Loan opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
Financial Assistance through the One-Stops
WIA - Individual Training Accounts (ITA)
(Must attend “All About Training” Workshop)
Scholarship Opportunity
Bridges to Health Careers Initiative
Grant funds provide limited scholarships to students who
do not qualify for WIA funding
Targeted Areas:
Certified Nurse’s Aid (CNA), Emergency Medical Tech (EMT)
Phlebotomy Tech, EKG Tech
Pharmacy Tech, Medical Coding/Billing,
Patient Care Tech, Dental Assistant
Qualifications: Applicant must be one of the following –
minority, low-income or English as Second Language (ESL)
(Contact Sheila for more information)
Contact Information
Sheila Taridona
Health Career Advisor
CT Community Colleges
61 Woodland Street
Hartford, CT 06105
860-550-3350
[email protected]
Connecticut Women’s Education
and Legal Fund
WHAT IS CWEALF?
The Connecticut Women’s Education and Legal
Fund, or (CWEALF) is a statewide, non-profit
organization dedicated to enhancing the personal
and professional lives of women, girls and their
families. However, all services offered by
CWEALF are available to men. Additionally, all
CWEALF services are free.
What Kind of Services Does
CWEALF Offer?
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Explaining the law in easy to understand terms
Educating individuals about their legal rights
Providing information about divorce, child
support, pregnancy discrimination, etc.
Making sure that everyone has equal access to
quality legal information
Matching people with the social service agency
that can best serve the person’s needs
Referring people to attorneys, many of whom
provide free consultations and/or will work on a
sliding scale
What are Some of the Most
Common Questions CWEALF’s
Advocates Answer?
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My boss told me that I would never get promoted unless I
start dating him. I’d like to file a complaint but I don’t know
who to call- can you help me with that?
My ex hasn’t sent my child support for months…how do I get
the money?
My ex-wife has custody of our daughter and I don’t like how
she’s being cared for. Can I get custody?
I’m pregnant having terrible morning sickness and it’s
making me late for work every day. My boss told me that if
I’m late because of the morning sickness again, I’ll lose my
job. Is that legal?
I really want a divorce but I can’t afford a lawyer. Can I still
get one?
How Do I Contact My
Community Advocate?
By phoning Elizabeth Marshall at
860-247-6090 ext. 40 to schedule a
time to talk, or by e-mail at:
[email protected]
 By calling CWEALF’s Information &
Referral Line at: 860-524-0601 or
800-479-2949
 Online at: www.cwealf.org
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Orientation to Health Careers
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