Advanced Healthcare Preparedness and Wellness

Catalog description

This course prepares students for healthcare careers through advanced clinical training and professional competency development. Core instruction includes Patient Care Technician (PCT) skills such as urinary catheter management, infection control, IV removal, EKG acquisition with artifact reduction, and wound care. Emphasis is placed on technical accuracy, safety, documentation, and early identification of complications. Students also develop resilience and self-regulation strategies essential for sustaining performance in high-demand clinical environments. Specialized training in patient centered dementia care is delivered through creative problem-solving and varied instructional methods. Graduates will be equipped to provide safe, compassionate, and proficient care across diverse healthcare settings. Clinical skills development includes advanced Patient Care Technician (PCT) competencies, such as urinary catheter management, infection control, IV removal, EKG acquisition with artifact reduction, ostomy management, intake and output monitoring, and wound care practices. Emphasis is placed on proper technique, safety, documentation, and recognizing signs of infection and complications. By the end of this course, students will be well-prepared to deliver compassionate and proficient care in various healthcare settings. Prerequisites: CNA in good standing; passed Medical Terminology with a C or higher; grade point average of 2.0; or instructor permission.