TCL Health Science Programs: Sciences Info Presentation3
User Manual: Health-Sciences-Info-Presentation3
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Welcome to TCL Health Information TCL Division of Health Science Programs TCL Health Science Programs • Radiologic Technology • Massage Therapy • Nursing Program Options • Physical Therapist Assistant • Practical Nursing • Registered Nurse • LPN-Advance Placement • Medical Records Coder (Through Midlands Tech) • Surgical Technology • Pharmacy Technician (Through Midlands Tech) Radiology Radiologic Technology Associate Degree John Eichinger, MSRS (R) (CT): Program Director Glenn Levicki, BSRS RT(R) (MR) (CT) ARRT: Clinical Coordinator • Accredited: Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) • Fall entry only • 6 semesters (Associate Degree) • Eligible for national registry exam to obtain RT (R). • Accept 16 students Nursing Nursing Program Multi-entry/Multi-exit Dean Marge Sapp, MSN, APRN, BC • Accredited: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) • Fall and Spring Entry • Accept 40 students fall & spring entry Nursing Program Multi entry/Multi exit Program PN Option (Fall entry only) Diploma RN Option (fall & spring) 3 semesters Fall, spring, & graduate summer 42 credits Eligible for NCLEX-PN exam (LPN) Associate Degree 5 semesters 68 credits Eligible for NCLEX-RN exam (RN) LPN-AP Enter 1st year, second semester Complete in 4 semesters Eligible for NCLEX-RN exam (RN) Surgical Technology Surgical Technology JoLane Buss, CST, ATC, MEd. Program Director Accredited: Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) Fall entry only 3 semesters (fall, spring, and graduate end of summer) Diploma Eligible for national certification exam CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) Accept 12–15 students Massage Therapy Massage Therapy Denise Van Nostran, LMT, NCTMB Program Director Accredited: (SACS) Fall entry only Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Certificate program 3 semesters (fall, spring, and graduate end of summer) Accept 14 students Graduates eligible for national certification exam to become licensed Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) Physical Therapist Assistant PTA Dr Cindy Buchanan PhD., PT Jennifer Culbreth BS, PTA Program Director Instructor Physical Therapist Assistant • Accredited: • Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) • Fall entry only • 5 semesters (Associate Degree) • Eligible for National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) for licensure • Accept 16 students Pharmacy Technician Candice Geiger (geigerc@midlandstech.edu) Program Director (Midlands Tech) Distant LearningCooperative Program American Society of HealthSystem Pharmacists (ASHP) (Columbia, SC) Diploma Must apply to Midlands Tech Deadline date for application Accredited by: Midlands Technical College Accept 5 students from Beaufort area June 1 Fall entry only 3 semesters (fall, spring, and graduate summer) Eligible for national certification exam Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPT) Medical Record Coder Elizabeth Gibbs, RHIT (gibbse@midlandstech.edu) Program Director (Midlands Tech) • Distant Learning – Cooperative Program • • (Columbia, SC) Accept 5 students from Beaufort area • application Midlands Technical College • • • Deadline date for Must apply to Midlands Tech • • June 1 Fall entry only Certificate • • 3 semesters (fall, spring, and graduate summer) Eligible for national certification exam • Certified Coding Associate (CCA) Deadline Dates for Applications to Health Science Programs Radiologic Technology Fall 2014 April 15, 2014 Massage Therapy Physical Therapist Asst. Fall 2014 April 15, 2014 April 15, 2014 Fall 2014 April 15, 2014 Nursing Fall 2014 Surgical Technology Fall 2014 entry April 15, 2014 Spring 2015 entry September 1, 2014 Medical Record Coder & Pharmacy Technician Fall Entry June 1 How Do I Begin? 1. Apply to the college • • • • • Building 2 (Coleman Hall) in Beaufort New River Campus in Bluffton Hampton Campus (Mungin Center) in Hampton Online at www.tcl.edu. Acceptance to TCL does NOT guarantee acceptance into a health science program 2. Have ALL official transcripts sent to college’s Beaufort • • Admissions Office High school or GED certificate All college 3. Apply for Financial Aid I’ve never been to College! Placement test – COMPASS 1. Make appointment to take • Testing Center (Building 1, Room 201) Beaufort • Call (843) 525-8344 • New River Campus in Bluffton • Call (843) 470-6002 • Hampton Campus in Hampton • Call (803) 943-4262 2. Tests • English • Math • Reading 3. Takes at least 2 hours to complete 4. Get results immediately • Establishes readiness for college courses I’ve been to college! Do I need to take the COMPASS? A grade of a “C” or better in • • College English and college math (algebra) OR History/Psychology and college math (algebra) MAY NOT need to take COMPASS! Is there a time limit on College courses? Math and Science have 5 year time limit What is next? Advising appointment Bring Compass results (if applicable) Determine curriculum readiness May need to take college courses to evaluate academic success Bring College transcripts Call (843) 525-8267 (if applicable) Evaluate courses for transfer Need grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or greater for ADN, PTA, RT, + ST; need grade point average (GPA) of 2.25 or greater for MT Take required Entrance Test (TEAS) after the advising appointment Schedule this after the advising appointment What is the TEAS? Entrance Test Tests English, math, reading, and science skills No calculators Computerized Results are good for 3 years at TCL Cost is $60 Pay for test in Building 2, Cashier Takes about 3½ hours to complete Computerized Able to print results on completion TEAS Reading 50 minutes Math 56 minutes Science 50 minutes English 50 minutes Is there a study guide? Yes May be purchased at the TCL Bookstore Cost is $ 63.35 Where do I go to take the TEAS Test? Testing Center-Beaufort Campus Located in Building 1; Room 210 Call 843-525-8344 to find out the hours available for testing Must have and present: Receipt of payment Picture ID Bring pencils (scrap paper provided) The TEAS is computerized Timed test Key to success Tutoring available at the Academic Support Center 525-8221 Use study guide Practice the sample tests with a timer TCL Testing Center web site www.tcl.edu Do I get a copy of my results? Yes You may print a copy of your results from ATITESTING.com What is passing? Composite Average ADN, PTA, Rad Tech 63% Version V Surgical Technology 60% Version V How often can I take it? May retake the test one time in a 12 month period I passed the TEAS Test! What do I do now? Complete program specific health science application checklist and return to Division of Health Sciences for an application. Application Checklist Complete health science program checklist Sign application checklist Turn signed application checklist and weighted admissions sheet into the Division of Health Sciences for program specific application process. Bring a copy of your TEAS results (if applicable) Meet the published application deadline dates. Let’s Wrap It Up! Tie Up the Loose Ends 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Apply to TCL Request ALL official transcripts be sent to TCL Admissions office Meet with Health Science advisor Take entrance exam (TEAS Test); if applicable Apply by published deadlines
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