CAREER PROGRAMS:
Major Requirements
Health Care Technologies Requirements
Medical Transcription
| Course Number | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Htech 1 | Introduction to Health Care | 1 |
| Htech 2 | Medical Information Processing | 2 |
| Htech 4 | Structure and Function of the Human Body | 3 |
| Htech 5 | Basic Medical Terminology | 3 |
| Htech 6 | Advanced Medical Terminology | 3 |
| Htech 8 | Communication for Health Care Personnel | 2 |
| Htech 20 | Pharmacology for Transcription | 1 |
| Htech 25A | Medical Transcription | 2 |
| Htech 25B | Medical Transcription | 3 |
| Htech 25C | Medical Transcription | 3 |
| Htech 54A | Internship | 2 |
| Eng 905 | English Fundamentals | 3 |
| OR | ||
| English 1A | English Composition | 3 |
| Total Units | 28 | |
Recommended Electives
| Course Number | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Acctg 10 | Accounting Fundamentals - Financial | 5 |
| Bus 33 | Functions of Management | 3 |
| Bus 54 | Small Business Start Up and Management | 3 |
NOTE:Helpful tips for Htech 2 and Htech 25A
- working knowledge of use and functioning of computers
- ability to work independently with Microsoft Word
A grade of C or better must be earned for all certificate programs.
Students who need additional time to practice computer skills are encouraged to take advantage of the open lab time in the Technology Center.
To be awarded an A.S. Degree, a student must complete:
- All the major requirements.
- Additional units to meet the college graduation requirements.
- See a Counselor for requirements.
SUGGESTED SEQUENCE
| Semester | Course Name |
|---|---|
| First Semester (Fall) | Htech 1, 2, 5, 25A |
| Second Semester (Spring) | Htech 6, 8, 20, 25B |
| Third Semester (Fall) | Htech 4, 25C, Eng. A or Eng. 905 |
| Fourth Semester (Spring) | Htech 54A (Internship), 54B is optional |
Other Health Care Technology Offerings
Questions about Career Programs? Call 408.741.2098
email: cathy_aimonetti@westvalley.edu
or stop by the Career Programs Center, AAS 35
REVISED July 22, 2008
