Health Science Technology Certificate

Program Prerequisites and Additional Requirements:

• Social Security Number is required for second year
• Pass background check** See DISQUALIFYING OFFENSES at http://www.MorganCC.edu/docs/disqualifyingoffenses2010.pdf
• Pass 10-panel drug screen**
• Be at least 18 years old
• Submit proof of current immunizations**
• Purchase required student liability insurance and make payment for clinical badge at MCC Bookstore
• Must purchase appropriate attire (HST polo shirt and khaki pants)

**Contact Student Success Advisor for Health Occupations for details

Course Requirements:

First Year

Course Number	Title	Credits
HPR 140	Orientation to Health Careers (Leadership)	6
MOT 136	Introduction to Clinical Skills	2
HPR 178	Medical Terminology	2
HWE 122	Responding to Emergencies	2
COM 126	Communication in Healthcare	3
HPR 175	Health Professional: Special Topics	0-12
	Total Credit Hours:	16

Second Year

Course Number	Title	Credits
BIO 106	Basic Anatomy & Physiology	4
ENG 115	Technical English and Communication	3
HPR 101	Customer Service in Healthcare	2

Choose one of the following tracks:

Course Number	Title	Credits

Track 1: Nurse Aide Track

Course Number	Title	Credits
NUA 101	Nurse Aide Health Care Skills	4
NUA 170	Nurse Aide Clinical Experience	1

Track 2: Personal Trainer

Course Number	Title	Credits
HWE 100	Human Nutrition	3
HWE 250	ACE Personal Trainer Prep	2
PED 280	Internship	1
	Total Credit Hours:	14-15

Note: Not Financial Aid eligible

Total Credit Hours: 30-31

Code: M_CER_MEPR