The Medical Scribe Certificate of Achievement program prepares students to assist licensed medical professionals with administrative duties especially related to documentation in the electronic medical record, customer service and increasing efficiency in patient care delivery. This program is designed to build upon knowledge of biological sciences, basic knowledge of common diseases, routine clinical patient care and workflow in healthcare settings. The medical scribe enables real-time clinical documentation and data input from information gathered at point of care under the direction of a licensed health care provider and maintains accurate electronic health records for the benefit of clinicians, healthcare staff and patients. Successful completion of this certificate prepares students for clinical experience that leads to employment and certification as Certified Medical Scribe Specialists (CMSS), Certified Medical Scribe Apprentices (CMSA), Medical Scribes (MS), and Virtual Scribes (VS).

The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Certificate of Achievement is a program for students who possess an associate or higher degree granted by a U.S. accredited educational institution or a foreign institution with courses evaluated for equivalency. This program prepares students for employment as an MLT working in a clinical medical laboratory. Medical laboratory technicians (MLTs) perform a wide variety of routine laboratory procedures and work in both public and private laboratories serving the health care sector. Completion of prerequisite courses will be required prior to entering the program. The program course of study is a combination of instruction in principles of laboratory theory and techniques as well as clinical experience at affiliated medical laboratories. Students must meet current clinical placement requirements found on the program’s webpage to complete experiential courses and the program. Students learn to perform routine laboratory procedures in phlebotomy, microbiology, clinical chemistry, hematology, coagulation, immunohematology, and urinalysis. They also will learn to operate and maintain clinical laboratory equipment.

Completion of the occupational skills award in Medical Insurance Billing provides the student/incumbent worker with skills required for employment in a physician's office, medical clinic or as an independent consultant specializing in medical insurance billing and coding. The curriculum allows for academic growth and mobility leading towards an associate degree in Health Sciences or Health Information Technology. Competencies include developing a working knowledge of various insurance plans, processing of claims, authorizations, billing, collections and diagnostic coding for the medical office.

Designed to supplement a variety of health, fitness, and wellness professionals with contemporary knowledge, integrative concepts, and alternative practices for optimal performance and health, as well as job placement and career advancement. Students will explore the connection between the physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of health and wellness through a holistic approach to anatomy, physiology, subtle energy, human behavior, and environmental interactions.

Courses will introduce complementary and alternative health practices and examine various preventative techniques and healing therapies used around the world. Within the provided pattern options, students are given the opportunity to further their knowledge in a variety of fields and competencies such as, yoga and aerobic exercise, fitness and sports performance, nutrition, psychology, and sociology.

Courses will promote positive behavioral, social, and lifestyle changes while preparing individuals for professional careers and/or greater education within the fitness, health, and wellness industry. In addition to an advantage obtaining entry-level job positions at fitness, health and wellness centers, training facilities and studios, and alternative health care practices, upon completion of this certificate, individuals will gain an opportunity to start or advance in such careers/professions as (but not limited to), yoga instructor and/or continuing educational provider, aerobics instructor, personal trainer, fitness and performance specialist, and/or health and wellness coaching.

Courses within this certification can fulfill continuing education hours/credits for those currently certified by nationally and globally recognized certifying bodies such as the American Council of Exercise (ACE) and Yoga Alliance (YA). Students who have completed the Holistic Health Studies certificate of achievement need only to complete one of the three pattern/emphasis options (each requiring three courses) to obtain this higher valued certificate. This certificate can also be completed fully online through the General Health and Wellness Emphasis pattern option.

This certificate is intended to prepare students for entry-level positions in sustainability and resource management or job advancement within that field. Courses will focus on presenting skills and knowledge needed to prepare students for a wide range of work opportunities in the industry.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

🗸 Demonstrate a comprehensive perspective on the role that sustainability plays in solving economic and environmental issues.

🗸 Identify employment resources across multiple industry sectors related to sustainability and resource management.

🗸 Successfully integrate sustainability principles and make decisions using the sustainability model.

🗸 Understand that global culture, economics and sustainability are part of managing our natural capital.

🗸 Apply community based social marketing and resource management strategies to foster lasting sustainability behavioral change.

🗸 Write and implement Sustainability Plans, Energy Action Plans, and Sustainability Action Plans.

The recycling and resource management certificate program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to obtain employment or advancement in sustainable resource management or a zero waste-related field. Course requirements are designed to provide students with a holistic perspective on the relationship of recycling and zero waste to a changing global economy and climate.

The Human Services (HS) Generalist Certificate of Achievement is a Career Technical Education program designed to provide historical and current perspectives of the basic issues within the human services field. It is an introduction to the growing career options within the helping professions field including, but not limited to, social work, psychology, sociology, anthropology, community-based corrections, and more. This program provides an opportunity to explore and work with diverse populations including children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. The HS Generalist program will enable students to make informed decisions about career directions and will prepare students for an array of careers in the behavioral health and the helping professions. This program option combines the Human Services behavioral core skills training and supervised experiential learning in beginning and advanced practicums in diverse Human Services Generalist fieldwork settings. The HS Generalist program serves as a natural gateway to the Social Work profession and other behavioral health career options. It provides students with the knowledge and skills to help individuals, groups, communities, and organizations function at optimal levels.

The Home Health Aide Certificate of Completion program provides students with the knowledge and skills required of home health agencies to provide patient personal care skills, effective communication, home assistance, nutrition, meal preparation, housekeeping, environmental safety, and patient mobility. This program focuses on the role of the home health aide to prepare for a position as a home health aide working with elderly, convalescent, or disabled persons in their own home instead of a health care facility.

Designed to promote a holistic approach to healthy living while preparing students for professional careers and the potential of higher education in the integrative health, fitness, and wellness field. Students will investigate basic anatomy, physiology, subtle energy, and behavior principles while exploring the connection between the physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual realms of health, wellness, and performance. Students will be introduced to a variety of alternative health practices and healing therapies from various cultures around the world, with an emphasis on how a holistic approach and practical techniques can lead to optimal performance and health. 

Upon completion of this certificate, individuals will gain an advantage obtaining an entry‐level position at health, fitness, and wellness centers, spas and clinics, and/or community establishments. In addition to administrative jobs within the industry, individuals may find positions as practitioner and/or therapist assistants, health and wellness educators or community workers, and/or internship opportunities at various complementary and alternative health practices/centers. 

Courses within this certification can fulfill continuing education hours/credits for those currently certified by nationally and globally recognized certifying bodies such as the American Council of Exercise (ACE) and Yoga Alliance (YA). This certificate can be completed completely online. Students whom complete this certificate will be eligible to earn our, “Integrative Health for Fitness and Wellness Professionals” certificate, by successfully completing three additional courses within one of three pattern options.

This certificate of achievement parallels the California Department of Real Estate’s education requirement for the Real Estate Salesperson License and prepares a student to succeed as a business owner and self-employed agent, by gaining business skills. This certificate is recommended for anyone wishing to obtain a “transcriptable” program certificate and start a successful real estate business, which allows for immediate vocational employment. The goal of the program is to prepare the student for entry into the real estate field in such career areas as Real Estate Salesperson, Loan Officer, Property Manager, Leasing Agent, Title Examiner, Escrow Officer and other real-estate-related fields. In addition, individual courses in such areas as appraisal, property management, and real estate finance will provide students with entry-level skills in these areas. Courses are offered either online or during the evening to allow individuals with family and employment commitments the opportunity to study for a new or re-entry career.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

🗸 Identify the requirements and functions of different state licenses, agency relationships and fiduciary duty.

🗸 Explain the various ways of holding title, the benefits of them, how title transfers and the potential issues that can arise in transfer.

🗸 Meet the requirements of the Department of Real Estate Salesperson License.

🗸 Prepare students to succeed as a business owner and self-employed agent by gaining additional business skills.