HEALTH SCIENCES DIVISION - PowerPoint Presentation

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HEALTH SCIENCES DIVISION PRE-ORIENTATION SESSION

MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE

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MANDATORY ORIENTATION This online orientation session will answer questions and help assist you with becoming familiar with the general requirements and expectations associated will all Health Science programs at Gulf Coast

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TIP…When you see a word written in light purple and underlined, hover your mouse over the word and click. It will take you to the MGCCC web page providing you with additional details related to the topic.

INTERACTIVE POWERPOINT

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TIP…Remember, review of this Pre-Health Sciences PowerPoint is a program requirement for submission of the Supplemental Health Sciences application. Failure to review may disqualify your application. INTERACTIVE POWERPOINT 4Slide5

ABOUT THE COLLEGEMississippi Gulf Coast Community College can help you obtain your educational goals! From academic transfer programs to workforce training, to a career in health care, you will receive the latest in technology and instruction to prepare you for the “real world.” We work hard to meet your needs—whether you need help with financial aid or with homework—Gulf Coast is here to assist. Consider these factors:MGCCC is the only community college in Mississippi, Alabama, and Louisiana to be in the top 100 associate degree producers in the nation. MGCCC is affordable, with tuition that is one of the lowest in the stateMGCCC has a textbook rental service that can save you a ton of moneyMGCCC serves over 10,000 credit students and over 30,000 non-credit studentsGive us a try, and you’ll see why over 40,000 credit and non-credit students make MGCCC their choice for higher learning.5Slide6

Health Sciences Division MISSION STATEMENTThe mission of the Health Sciences Division (HSD) at MGCCC is to educate, train, and successfully prepare health science students to demonstrate competent, caring qualities that best represent the expectations of professional healthcare providers.

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To fulfill its mission, the Division has established the following Six goals: To promote a HSD student-centered focus that reflects success in recruitment, advisement, enrollment, progression, and retention. To promote high quality healthcare education by establishing and successfully implementing value-added programs that reflect job market and allied health workforce needs.To work collaboratively with higher educational institutions and partner with community affiliates to achieve common educational goals to enhance the HSD Mission and foster the needs of the health care environment. 7Slide8

To successfully provide technological formats that represent current trends and best practices throughout the various healthcare disciplines. To maintain the recognition of a unified Division advocating for nursing and allied health educationTo maintain the recognition of a unified Division advocating for nursing and allied health education.

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WelcomePre-Health Science Orientation ObjectivesIntroducing You to Exciting Careers in Health CareRoles & Scope of PracticeAccreditation InformationProgram Locations & Deadline DatesAdmission StepsSelection Process Admission Requirements after acceptanceCurriculum Constructs Clinical/Lab versus TheoryProgram Expectations and CostFAQs

AGENDA

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The Health Sciences Division at a Glance Health Sciences Division District DataStudentsApproximately 750 studentsEmployees Six AdministratorsFour Administrative AssistantsApproximately 50 full-time facultyApproximately 10 part-time facultyClinical AgenciesOver 75 clinical contractsLocated across a four-county district (Stone, Harrison, Jackson, and George)10Slide11

Pre-Health Science Orientation11Slide12

Objective: To Answer the Following Topics of InterestIs Health care really for Me?Does the rigor of the program align with MY expectations?Do I really know what the differences are within each program?Why do the programs have so many rules and regulations?What are the “real requirements” and how can I find out?12Slide13

How do they rank all of those applications?Will they accept my criminal background check letter if it has a problem?Can I apply to a program after the deadline or if I’m currently taking a pre-requisite course? Is the program challenging?When will I find out if I’m accepted and what if I have to decline the seat? 13Slide14

Let’s Get Started14Slide15

Exciting Careers in Healthcare15Slide16

Scope of Expectations 16Slide17

DEMANDINGHIGH EXPECTATIONSSTRESSFULFLEXIBLE

REWARDING

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DEMANDINGde·mand·ing adj.1. Requiring much effort or attention: exhausted by a demanding job or educational opportunity.2. Requiring others to work hard or meet high expectations: HEALTH SCIENCE opportunities are vey demanding.

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HIGH EXPECTATIONS[eks′pektā′shən] 1 (in healthcare) anticipation by the staff of a patient's behavior that is based on knowledge, understanding, and synthesis of the person's abilities and problems. 2 anticipation of the performance of

a healthcare worker in defined roles, as role expectation.

As a HEALTH SCIENCE major, your program will have high expectations!

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FLEXIBLE (flĕk′sə-bəl) adj.1. Capable of being changed or adjusted to meet particular or varied needs: a job with flexible hours; 2. Refers literally to what is capable of withstanding stress without damage; and figuratively to what can undergo change or modification: flexible plans;

a resilient temperament

“A flexible and quietly competent HEALTH SCIENCE STUDENT"

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REWARDING  (rĭ-wôr′dĭng) adj.

1. Providing satisfaction or gratification: a very rewarding career as a

PARAMEDIC, a NURSE, a LAB TECHNICIAN.2. Affording profit; remunerative: a rewarding business venture. giving personal satisfaction; gratifying:

C

aring

for the

sick or elderly as a HEALTH SCIENCE student

IS

rewarding.

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MGCCC HEALTH SCIENCES DIVISION OPTIONS22Slide23

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SCIENCE (EMS) / PARAMEDICJD Campus23Slide24

EMS Professionals are advanced-level providers of emergency care who are trained to care for patients in the field and while transporting patients to the hospital. They manage many emergencies including cardiac, respiratory, and trauma events. Paramedics conduct more extensive patient care than EMTs. They are licensed to administer medication, perform and interpret electrocardiograms (EKGs), perform endotracheal intubations, and use other complex biomedical equipment.24Slide25

Ride Along with an EMS/Paramedic 25Slide26

HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYJD Campus26Slide27

The Health Information Technology program prepares the individual to work as a technical specialist in Health Record Systems. Health Information Technology combines a profession in health care with information technology. Health Information technicians maintain, collect, and analyze data crucial to the delivery of quality patient care.27Slide28

What is Health Information Technology?28Slide29

MASSAGE THERAPYNEW PROGRAMApproved to Offer Fall 2017West Harrison Center29Slide30

The massage therapy program teaches students how to safely manipulate the soft tissues of the body including, muscles, connective tissues, tendons, ligaments and joints. Massage Therapy is a clinically-oriented healthcare option that helps alleviate the discomfort associated with everyday and occupational stresses, muscular over-use and many chronic pain conditions. 30Slide31

The Massage Therapist31Slide32

MEDICAL ASSISTING TECHNOLOGYGeorge County Center32Slide33

The medical assistant program prepares students for a job description that’s varied and broad. Medical assistants perform many job duties to keep the offices of doctors, medical centers, and clinics running smoothly. Depending on their employer’s needs, they may perform clerical, administrative, or clinical job duties, or all three. The job description of a medical assistant also varies by office type, location, and the size of the practice. 33Slide34

What Will I Learn: Medical Assisting?34Slide35

MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGYJackson County Campus35Slide36

The Medical Laboratory Technology program prepares individuals to work in a medical laboratory under the supervision of a medical technologist or pathologist and/or other physicians. Included are routine laboratory procedures and tasks in the areas of hematology, bacteriology, immunohematology, chemistry, parasitology, immunology, and urinalysis. 36Slide37

A Day in the Life of a Medical Laboratory Technician37Slide38

NURSING (PRACTICAL – LPN) &(ASSOCIATE – RN)Tradition Center – Hwy 6738Slide39

The nursing programs (PN and ADN) can be found in operating rooms, doctors' offices, intensive care, ambulatory care, and clinics. The RN and PN roles focus on individualized patient care and providing resources based on needs. In conjunction with patient care tasks, RNs usually serve in a supervisory role to licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and nursing assistants. No matter the role, working as a team is essential. 39Slide40

A Day in the Life of a Nursing Student40Slide41

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANTNEW PROGRAMPursuing OTA Approval to OfferPerkinston Campus41Slide42

The occupational therapy assistant utilizes purposeful activity with persons who are limited by physical injury or illness, psychosocial dysfunction, developmental or learning disabilities, poverty, cultural differences, or the aging process. Specifically, the OTA program includes teaching daily living skills; developing perceptual motor skills and sensory integrative functioning; and promoting play skills, vocational abilities, and leisure capacities. In addition, fabrication and the application of select orthotic devices and assistive technologies are included for the adaptation of work, home and school environments.42Slide43

Is Occupational Therapy the Career for YOU?43Slide44

PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTINGNEW PROGRAMApproved to Offer by Fall 2019Perkinston Campus44Slide45

Radiographers perform imaging examinations and accompanying responsibilities at the request of physicians qualified to prescribe and/or perform radiologic procedures. They utilize equipment emitting ionizing radiation to produce radiographic images of the internal structures of human anatomy. These radiographic images are utilized by the physician for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes 45Slide46

Meet Ronald, A Physical Therapist Assistant46Slide47

RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGYJackson County Campus47Slide48

Radiographers perform imaging examinations and accompanying responsibilities at the request of physicians qualified to prescribe and/or perform radiologic procedures. They utilize equipment emitting ionizing radiation to produce radiographic images of the internal structures of human anatomy. These radiographic images are utilized by the physician for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes 48Slide49

How to Become a Radiologic Technologist49Slide50

RESPIRATORY CARE TECHNOLOGYNEW PROGRAMApproved to Offer Fall 2018Jackson County Campus50Slide51

Radiographers perform imaging examinations and accompanying responsibilities at the request of physicians qualified to prescribe and/or perform radiologic procedures. They utilize equipment emitting ionizing radiation to produce radiographic images of the internal structures of human anatomy. These radiographic images are utilized by the physician for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes 51Slide52

Respiratory Care Technology: Career Connections52Slide53

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGYJefferson Davis Campus53Slide54

The surgical technologist assists physicians, anesthesiologists, and registered nurses in the care of patients during operations. Students learn to apply the principles of sterile technique required during operative procedures, the use of instruments and equipment, related surgical anatomy and pathology, wound classifications and healing, standard precautions, and extensive study of procedures from surgical sub-specialties and related areas. 54Slide55

Life of a Certified Surgical Technologist55Slide56

Program Accreditations MGCCC prides itself with offering its four-county district health science programs that are satisfying and promising. With that comes the need to pursue the rigorous, yet rewarding, pre-accreditation process which eventually suggests programs of quality and distinction. Following the granting of accreditation, there are a variety of standards that must be fulfilled and adhered to maintain accreditation. These standards are strictly abided to, including but not limited to practices pertaining to rules and regulations, student enrollment and matriculation, faculty placement, curriculum decisions, resources embedded, and outcomes assessed and evaluated. 56Slide57

Current Health Sciences Program AccreditationsEMT-PARAMEDIC — (CAAHEP) Commission of Allied Health Programs and (JRC-EMS) Joint Review Committee on Emergency Medical Services, 35 East Wacker Drive, Suite 1970, Chicago, IL 60601-2208 MEDICAL ASSISTING TECHNOLOGY – (CAAHEP) Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, 25400 US Hwy 19 N, Suite 158 Clearwater, FL 33763 upon the recommendation of Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB) 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 1575 Chicago, IL 60606.MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY (NAACLS) — National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences, 5600 N River Road, Suite 720, Rosemont, IL 60018-5119, Telephone number 773-714-8880.NURSING (PN) – State accredited by the Mississippi Community College Board (MCCB), 3825 Ridgewood Road Jackson, MS 39211 (601 432-6518) and nationally accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN), 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326 (404- 975-5000)

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NURSING (ADN) – State accredited by the Mississippi Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning, 3825 Ridgewood Road, Jackson, Mississippi 39211 (601-432-6486) and nationally accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN), 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326 (404- 975-5000)RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY — The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiological Technology, 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182, Telephone number 312-704-5300. SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY (CAAHEP) — Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, FL 33756, Telephone number 727-210-2350. 58Slide59

HEALTH SCIENCES ADMISSIONS & DEADLINES

SPRING SemesterSUMMER Semester

FALL SemesterApplications Accepted August 15th – November 1st Applications Accepted

January

15th – April 1

st

Radiologic Technology

Applications Accepted April 1

5th – July 1st Nursing – Practical & AssociateRespiratory Care Technology

EMS – Paramedic

Health Information Technology

Massage

Therapy

Medical Assisting

Medical Laboratory Technology

Nursing –

Practical & Associate

Physical Therapy Assisting

Surgical Technology

Applications Accepted

March 1

st

– May 15

th

Nursing

–

LPN-to-RN

Transition

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HEALTH SCIENCES Admission Requirements60Slide61

Pre - Admission StepsApply to College Application to CollegeReview Health Sciences Division Webpage Health Sciences DivisionSelect Program of Interest and review and print checklistDetermine which standardized test is required ACT, Accuplacer, HESI, EMT Exam, TEASMaintain the required GPAComplete any additional program requirements prior to deadlineCriminal Background Check (MGCCC Campus Police)Clear all Business related college holds (MGCCC Business Office) 61Slide62

HOW DO I Apply?To submit the online “Supplemental Application” to a Health Science program at MGCCC, do the following:Successfully complete the Pre-admission steps listed in this PowerPointAccess the MGCCC web page MGCCC WebpageGo to Web Services (top tab)Enter the GCID (M#) and Password (students accepted to MGCCC are provided a GCID (M#)Select StudentSelect Health Sciences Division Supplemental Application Thereafter, the applicant MUST read the guidelines carefullyIn order to complete and submit the application, ALL pre-requisite requirements are required. 62Slide63

What’s Next?Following completion of the online “Supplemental Application” the student will receive confirmation that the application was received via the MGCCC bulldog email address Definition: The supplemental application is the application required to enter a HSD program at MGCCC. This online application is required in addition to the college’s student application. 63Slide64

HOW DO WE RANK and SELECT?Health Science program openings at MGCCC are filled based on a Selective Admission ProcessApplicants are ranked according to program requirementsIndividual achievement test scores Prior college course workPoint system (Allied Health Programs)Residency (Nursing)64Slide65

WHEN AND HOW AM I NOTIFIED OF ACCEPTANCE OR DENIAL?Within 10 – 14 days following the application deadline, an email of acceptance or denial will be sent followed by a formal letterPlease allow the time listed to occur before checking up on application65Slide66

WHAT HAPPENS IF I AM NOT SELECTED?Applicants not selected for a program seat will remain on the ranked list up until the final day of registration. If an applicant declines the program seat, the next ranked applicant will be notified. After the final day of registration, no additional applicants will be placed and those not seated will be required to resubmit the supplemental online application for the next semester. MGCCC Health Sciences program do not maintain a waiting list. 66Slide67

WHAT HAPPENS IF I REFUSE MY OFFICIAL ACCEPTANCE?Following the email notification, ranked applicants are given 48 hours (2 college business days) to respond to the email notification acknowledging acceptance of the program seat. Thereafter, if no response, program directors and coordinators have the authority to replace the current applicant with the next ranked applicant. 67Slide68

Are There Additional Program Requirements After Acceptance? Following the official notice and appropriate response to program acceptance, additional expectations (according to program requirements) are to be completed. Health Physical/Core Performances (form can be viewed on program webpage) HSD Webpage Immunizations (see program webpage)CPR Certification (For some Health Programs, this is a pre-admissions requirement - see program webpage)Uniform Requirements – (see program webpage) 68Slide69

“How Do I”Topics69Slide70

Criminal Background Checks ALL Health Science Students at MGCCC MUST: Comply with Mississippi Law and obtain a CBCObtain the CBC at a MGCCC Campus Police OfficeImportant Information Concerning CBCTo Obtain the CBC, first visit a MGCCC Business Office for payment Take payment receipt and college I.D. to a MGCCC Campus Police OfficeCampus Police completes fingerprinting process and provides a receipt of confirmationWithin 7 -10 days, students with “clear” results are to return to the same Campus Police Office to retrieve the official CBC resultsOfficial results that are “disqualifying” or “non-clear” are not sent to the Campus Police office but to the student’s mailing address. “Clear” results are required for all programs“Disqualifying Event” results will be evaluated by the Health Sciences administrative team members for program acceptance according to the Mississippi CBC stature. The student must submit the “disqualifying/non-clear” official letter to the Health Sciences Division prior to the program deadline to determine eligibility

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Substance TestingALL Health Science Students at MGCCC MUST: Submit to the substance testing policy as written Substance Testing PolicyObtain testing from the MGCCC health clinical, Medical Analysis, each semester only during the timeframe provided Medical AnalysisPayment is obtained in the Medical Analysis office located on the campus of the program of choiceA negative or non-positive test result must be obtained to remain in the program. 71Slide72

Substance Testing Policy Nursing and Allied Health Programs have a Zero Tolerance of illegal Substance Use/Abuse and Misuse of legal substance 72Slide73

Positive ResultAutomatic Withdrawal/DismissalNo refundApplicants Record put on a Health Sciences Administrative HoldTo re-enter, documented rehabilitation followed by a 6 Month Waiting Period is required

Applicant must meet all program

requirements for re-entry

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Physical Examination Policy ALL Health Science Students at MGCCC MUST: Comply with the physical examination policy within the program of choice.Completion of the MGCCC Physical Examination by a medical physician or Nurse Practitioner Medical AnalysisAbide by immunizations as listed on Physical Examination formIt is the student’s responsibility to keep up with serial immunization requirementsIt is the student’s responsibility to maintain copies of documents 74Slide75

Immunization Policy ALL Health Science Students at MGCCC MUST: Comply with the immunization requirements for each Health Science program.If immunizations are contraindicated, official medical documentation is requiredImmunizations are according to program requirementsTuberculosisVaricella (may require 2 injections)Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Td/Tdap)Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR)Influenza (some clinical sites require this annually )Hepatitis B 75Slide76

Health Status/Core PerformancesALL Health Science Students at MGCCC MUST: Adhere to the MGCCC Health Status and Core Performance RequirementsTimely notify program faculty/administrators of a change in health status76Slide77

CPR - American Heart Association “Health Care Provider” or equivalent dated within 6 months of program acceptanceProfessional attire is a requirement for all MGCCC Health Sciences students during clinical & pre-clinical experiences. Additional Program Requirements77Slide78

Curriculum/Theory 78Slide79

Health Science curricula at MGCCC are rigorous with high demands and expectations. The Learning Environment ClassroomLabClinical Facilitation of Learning“Hands on” PracticesActive learning StrategiesApplication of OutcomesPriority LearningSafety HIPAAPatient RightsCurriculum/Theory 79Slide80

HANDs ON/ACTIVE LEARNING 80Slide81

Class Absences Can Create Learning BarriersClinical/Lab Absences are Strongly DiscouragedRetention of Essential Information Requires Daily PreparationDedicate 3 Study Hours For Every Semester Hour Of Class (3 hours x 10 credit hours = 30 hours/week)Keep Employment Hours To A Minimum CAUTION LIST 81Slide82

Health Science Program Cost82Slide83

Program CostCosts are approximate and subject to change without notice Prior to Entering Program• Entrance Exam Fees $25 - $85 • Criminal Background Check $65 - $80Once Admitted into Program

Program

Fee $300 - $450 per semester•Pre-admission Physical Exam and Immunizations $200 - $300

•Books/E-books $200

- $1,500

(Rentals Maybe Obtainable)

•Substance Testing $29 - $35 per semester

•Liability Insurance $12 - $15 per semester

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Achievement Tests $50 - $155 per semester •Workbooks, additional purchase items, supplies $200

- $500

•Uniform, Lab Coat, Shoes, Accessories $200 - $300

•Health Science Program Associations $25

- $

60 per semester

•Conventions $25 - $50 per semester

Additional Expenses During Final Program Semester

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Licensure Exam Fees

$100

- $500

• Pinning/Graduation Requirements $

50 -

$300 (Spring Semester Graduates

Only)

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 College Tuition.For college tuition,please visit Tuition and Fees84Slide85

 Financial Aid.For specific information regarding financial assistance,please contact the Financial Aid Department.85Slide86

For Additional Questions, Please contact a MGCCC Enrollment Specialist at a campus/center near you.Thank you for considering MGCCC as your educational partner! 86