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RNSG 1162. Transition Clinical - Paramedic. (1-0-0-4)
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Transition Nursing Program
Co-requisite: RNSG 1128, 1324, and 1118
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational
theory, skills and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. The student must pass
both RNSG 1128, 1324, 1118 and 1162 concurrently in order to be able to progress to the Level III nursing
courses. Lab fee: $74. Lab fee includes drug screening and lab fee. Fee is subject to change. Requires
computer/web access. Liability insurance required.
MEDICAL/NURSING ASSISTANT PROGRAM
CONTINUING AND WORKFORCE EDUCATION DIVISION
GERS 1340 Treatment Modalities with the Aging (Rehabilitation) (1-3-0-0)
(Course syllabus contains
specific information and requirements)
Prerequisite: Must: (1) be currently on State of Texas Nurse Aide Registry; (2) provide acceptable criminal
history background check; and, (3) be capable of college level academic work (currently 10th grade level
using a TVCC approved tests). (This course can be taken concurrently with HPRS 1160).
This course is an overview of the most commonly used and accepted treatment methods in the aging field to
prepare successful students for employment as a Rehabilitative/Restorative Aide to assist medical
professionals. Students will identify techniques and strategies used in (1) patient rehabilitation, (2) physical
therapy, (3) occupational therapy, (4) speech therapy, (5) counseling older adults, (6)how to apply
communication skills to work with older adults.
HITT 1249 Pharmacology (2-1-3-0)
(Course syllabus contains specific information and requirements)
This is a lecture/lab course.
Prerequisite: Must: provide acceptable criminal history background check and be capable of college level
academic work (currently 10
th
grade level on a TVCC approved test).
This is an overview lecture/lab course of the basic concepts of pharmacological treatment of various
diseases affecting major body systems. The student will identify the drugs associated with the treatment
process and examine drug therapy. Students will be introduced to math calculations for
pharmacology/pharmacists. This may be offered as a hybrid course with instructor/student interaction and
online instruction for lecture and on campus lab. Requires a computer/web access. Lab fee.
HPRS 1160 Clinical Health Services/Allied Health/General (Rehabilitation) (1-0-0-3)
(Course
syllabus contains specific information and requirements)
Prerequisite: Must (1) have completed GERS 1340 with grade of A or B or be concurrently enrolled in GERS
1340 with a classroom/lab grade of an A or B to be eligible to participate in clinicals for this course; (2) be
capable of college level academic work (currently 10th grade with TVCC approved tests), (3) meet essential
standards for visual acuity, auditory perception with corrective devices, appropriate physical ability and
stamina including manual dexterity of gross motor and fine motor skills and coordination needed for
training/employment; (4) provide an acceptable criminal history background check; (5) provide a current
and complete immunization record including a current flu shot, (6) provide a complete immunization
record, (7) provide a current negative TB test, and (8) have a current certification in CPR for Health Care
Providers Student must pass a random drug test. Students are required to sign a Medical Training Consent
form acknowledging that they agree to participate in medical at risk tasks related to training.
This is a work-based learning experience to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts with
focus on rehabilitation and therapy (physical, occupational and speech) while using appropriate counseling
and communication skills. Lab fee: $95 (includes lab supplies, drug testing and liability insurance).
HPRS 1205 Essentials of Medical Law/Ethics For Health Professionals (2-2-0-0)
(Course syllabus
contains specific information and requirements)
This is a lecture course.
Prerequisite: Provide an acceptable criminal history background check. Students must be capable of college
level academic work (currently 10th grade level on a TVCC approved test).
