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AGSCI 234: Winter Viticulture 2 Cr
Quarters: W
This course will focus on vineyard management techniques from post-harvest to budburst. Students will be introduced to principles and practical aspects of post-harvest vine management and carbohydrate reserve formation as well as cold weather protection. Cold damage assessment and pruning will be practiced.
Prerequisite: AGSCI 135 with a grade of C or better.
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AGSCI 235: Vineyard Management 5 Cr
Quarters: S
Vineyard Management involves integrating appropriate production strategies with the science of premium grape growing. This course is designed to educate students about establishing and maintaining a healthy commercial wine grape vineyard. Management issues related to production of high quality grapes as part of the winemaking process will be addressed.
Prerequisite: AGSCI 135 with a grade of C or better.
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AGSCI 238: Horse/Horsemanship 3 Cr
Quarters: O
A basic study of light horses.
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AGSCI 240: Winery Compliance 2 Cr
Quarters: W
Emphasis will be on the requirements to become and operate as a licensed and bonded winery. Focus will also include tracking, monitoring, and recording wine additions and losses to remain in compliance with state and federal agencies.
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AGSCI 245: Wine Sensory 3 Cr
Quarters: S
This class is an introduction to the principles of sensory and chemical characteristics in wines. Students will obtain knowledge of wine sensory terminology and will learn wine faults and how to recognize them. The components of a wine will be evaluated including appearance, aroma and flavor.
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AGSCI 250: Plant Propagation 5 Cr
Quarters: O
Plant propagation techniques are used to multiply selected plants and preserve their essential genetic characteristics. Plant propagation is essential to the success of production agriculture and ornamental horticulture. The class will review the concepts of sexual and asexual plant propagation and specifically address principles and techniques of propagation by seed and cuttings. Also addressed will be principles and techniques in micro-propagation and propagation by budding, grafting, and layering.
Recommended: AGSCI 101 .
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AGSCI 255: Advanced Winemaking 5 Cr
Quarters: W
This course will explore the complex process of winemaking including fermentation techniques, post-fermentation treatments, and bottling methods. Wine spoilage will be discussed, and there will be a detailed review of the chemical components in grapes and wine.
Prerequisite: Completion of AGSCI 212 with a grade of C or better.
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AGSCI 260: Postharvest Physiology 5 Cr
Quarters: O
Description of the postharvest processes occurring in fruits and vegetables, including respiration, physical and chemical changes, and moisture loss and their relation to storage longevity and quality of commodities. Management of postharvest decay and disease development will be discussed.
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AGSCI 298: Experimental/Exploratory Studies Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Experimental/exploratory studies in agricultural science.
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AGSCI 299: Independent Study/Field Experience Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Independent study/field experience in agricultural science.
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AGSCI 301: Sustaining Soil Health 5 Cr
Quarters: S
Sustainable agriculture depends fundamentally on maintaining soil health. Effective sustainable management of soils is needed to protect and preserve this natural resource and at the same time produce food, fiber, and other products to support a growing global human population. This course will allow you to develop an advanced understanding of the physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils as they apply to sustainable farming. You will analyze factors that influence soil quality and learn how to manage soils by integrating and applying knowledge of soil fertility and nutrient management, water movement and irrigation management, causes and mitigations of soil degradation, and land use planning into sustainable soil health maintenance plans.
Prerequisite: Completion of AGSCI 201 with a grade of C or better.
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AGSCI 322: Harvest Technologies 5 Cr
Quarters: F
This course takes a close look at how important regional crops are harvested, including tree fruit, grains, hops, grapes, and vegetable/row crops. You will be introduced to various harvesting machines and how they operate, as well as hand-harvesting and the associated labor considerations. You will also investigate crop-predictive tools and crop size-to-quality considerations and the roles they play in planning for a successful harvest, as well as the commodity’s target market. This course is a requirement for the BASAG program.
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AGSCI 370: Food Safety and Quality 5 Cr
Quarters: W
This course will provide an understanding of the safety of food products, including the biological, physical, and chemical risks associated with foods. Topics will include current food safety programs related to food safety, processing and quality, sanitation, and current technology.
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AGSCI 413: Applied Integrated Pest Management I 4 Cr
Quarters: S
This course is the first part of a two-part series in which most of the principles and knowledge of integrated pest management will be covered in lectures while the laboratories will focus on monitoring and management skills of springtime plant pests, diseases, and weeds. You will gain advanced knowledge on the philosophy, ecological foundation, strategies, and tactics of integrated pest management. Application of the principles and practices of integrating chemical, cultural, and biological controls, and perennial issues related to pesticides and the environment will be emphasized. Content in this course will address management issues related to key pests as well as sporadic and invasive pest problems in a diversity of agroecosystems with emphasis on Washington agriculture. Field trips/site visits will be required.
Prerequisite: Completion of AGSCI 213 with a grade of C or better.
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AGSCI 414: Applied Integrated Pest Management II 2 Cr
Quarters: SR
This course is the second part of a two-part series in which the lectures will focus on principles and knowledge of integrated pest management and laboratories will focus on monitoring and management of summertime plant pests, diseases, and weeds. You will gain advanced knowledge of integrated pest management strategies for summertime pests. In addition, you will gain classroom experience training other students to scout for and manage pests. Summertime pest problems in a diversity of agroecosystems will be examined with emphasis on Washington agriculture. Field trips/site visits will be required.
Prerequisite: Completion of AGSCI 413 with a grade of C or better.
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Allied Health Care Navigation |
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AHCN 100: Essentials of Care Navigation I 4 Cr
Quarters: F, S
This course will focus on the merging role of the Care Navigator and Care Coordinator within the complex health and human service fields.
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AHCN 105: Essentials of Care Navigation II 1 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
This course will focus on the difference between coaching and navigation, the scope of practice of the care navigator in the coaching process, and the skills the care navigator can use to motivate clients to successfully navigate the health and community services system while engaging in their own care.
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AHCN 200: Advanced Care Navigation I 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
This course focuses on select topics from the Essentials courses in greater depth. Topics include: care coordination and navigation, client characteristics, an overview of behavioral health, strategies to influence outcomes, and advanced communication skills.
Prerequisite: Completion of AHCN 105 with a grade of C or better.
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AHCN 210: Advanced Care Navigation II 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
This course will focus on care navigation procedures that assist the aging population. Topics will include resource management, care transition strategies, end of life issues, coordination of rehabilitation services, the use of technology to support care delivery, and managing multilayered health care teams.
Prerequisite: Completion of AHCN 105 with a grade of C or better.
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AHCN 220: Behavioral Health Care Navigation 2 Cr
Quarters: S
This course explores care coordination and navigation for populations with behavioral health needs. An overview of behavioral health systems, eligibility, and access issues are presented. Topics include: individual and family-centered service coordination, response to acute and chronic behavioral health situation, work with interdisciplinary team, access to behavioral health resources, interventions, and referral. The impact of the integration of primary care and behavioral health will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: Completion of the Care Navigation program, 1 year of employment in health care, or permission of instructor.
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Allied Health - Medical Assisting |
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AHMA 115: Clinical Theory I 5 Cr
Quarters: F
This course will provide students with the theoretical foundation for skills needed in clinical practice. Completion of this course meets requirements for the Washington State Department of Health MA-C
certification.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Medical Assisting program.
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AHMA 116: Clinical Lab Skills I 2 Cr
Quarters: F
This course will provide students with the hands on skills needed in clinical practice. Completion of this course meets requirements for the Washington State Department of Health MA-C certification.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Medical Assisting program.
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AHMA 117: Clinical Theory II 2 Cr
Quarters: F
This course will provide students with the theoretical foundation for skills needed in clinical practice. Completion of this course meets requirements for the Washington State Department of Health MA-C certification.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Medical Assisting Program.
Note: This course can be waived for students who have successfully completed AHPH 170.
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AHMA 118: Clinical Lab Skills II 1 Cr
Quarters: F
This course will provide students with the hands on skills needed in clinical practice. Completion of this course meets requirements for the Washington State Department of Health MA-C certification.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Medical Assisting Program.
Note: This course can be waived for students who have successfully completed AHPH 171.
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AHMA 125: Administrative Procedures 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
This course provides a theoretical foundation and practice of the administrative procedures commonly used in the physician’s office, clinic, or hospital. Students will also employ the affective skills required to successfully communicate in a medical office, ensuring patients are treated respectfully and equitably.
Prerequisite: Completion of AHBC 101 and AHBC 102 both with a grade of C or better.
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AHMA 198: Experimental/Exploratory Studies Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Experimental/exploratory studies in allied health medical assistant.
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AHMA 201: Medical Assisting Externship 7 Cr
Quarters: W, SR
During this course, the student will be placed in a clinic to perform, under the guidance of a preceptor, the medical and administrative skills learned while completing the Medical Assisting curriculum.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of didactic Medical Assisting classes and concurrent enrollment in AHMA 202 .
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AHMA 202: Medical Assisting Externship Seminar 1 Cr
Quarters: W, SR
Students will meet to discuss the week’s experiential activities performed in the clinical setting. Legal and ethical issues will be reviewed. Students will have the opportunity to ask questions and received input from the instructor and other students.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of didactic Medical Assisting classes and concurrent enrollment in AHMA 201 .
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AHMA 203: Medical Assisting Certification Examination Preparation 4 Cr
Quarters: W, SR
This course will systematically lead the student through a review of topics from the Medical Assisting program curriculum that may be included in a national certification exam. Students will learn the preparation and test-taking techniques required to complete their choice of one of five national exams acceptable in Washington State in order to apply for the Medical Assisting- Certified (MA-C) credential.
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Allied Health - Medical Billing and Coding |
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AHBC 101: Introduction to Medical Coding 3 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
This course provides a basic introduction to the medical coding processes to obtain reimbursement for medical procedures, examinations, and supplies. Topics include the proper application of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), International Classification of Diseases 10th Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding Systems (HCPCS), and introduction of modifiers.
Prerequisite: Completion of AH 119 with a C or better or permission of instructor.
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AHBC 102: Introduction to Medical Billing 2 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
This course will introduce students to accurate billing procedures in the medical office. Topics will include health care insurance, preparation of Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) 1500 claim form, applying third party payer guidelines and collection procedures.
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AHBC 121: Health Care Reimbursement Issues I 3 Cr
Quarters: W
During this course, students will study health care reimbursement issues in the outpatient setting. Topics include health care insurance plans including Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) 1500 form, utilized to obtain reimbursement for medical services.
Prerequisite: AHBC 102 with a grade of C or better or permission of instructor.
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AHBC 122: Health Care Reimbursement Issues II 3 Cr
Quarters: W
During this course, the student will study health care reimbursement issues in the outpatient and inpatient settings. Federal, state, and private insurance plans including managed care will be studied. The student will explain the cycle of health insurance claims, health insurance terminology, and legal issues related to reimbursement for medical services in the outpatient and inpatient settings.
Prerequisite: AHBC 102 and AHBC 121 with a grade of C or better or permission of instructor.
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AHBC 132: CPT/HCPCS Coding 4 Cr
Quarters: W
The study and practice of the coding principles according to the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS).This will include the assignment of appropriate modifiers to CPT and HCPCS codes.
Prerequisite: Completion of AHBC 101 and AH 119 both with a grade of C or better.
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AHBC 133: ICD-10-CM Coding 3 Cr
Quarters: W
During this course, the student will study the application of coding principles and guidelines using the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) in order to obtain reimbursement for medical services.
Prerequisite: AH 119 and AHBC 101 both with a grade of C or better or permission of instructor.
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AHBC 198: Experimental/Exploratory Studies Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Experimental/exploratory studies in allied health billing and coding.
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AHBC 201: Coding Professional Practice 5 Cr
Quarters: S, SR
During this course, the medical billing and coding student will be placed in medical office, long term care facility, hospital, or an online externship program to put into practice the skills they have learned throughout the medical billing and coding curriculum. Attendance in campus seminars and completion of internet-based modules will also be required, where additional billing and coding applications will be taught and assessed.
Prerequisite: Completion of AHBC 121 , AHBC 122 , AHBC 132 , AHBC 133 and AHMA 125 all with a grade of C or better.
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AHBC 203: CPC Examination Review 5 Cr
Quarters: S, SR
This course is designed to assist students in preparation for the outpatient (physician-based) coding certification examination (CPC Examination) to become a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). Topics discussed will include: 1) anatomy and pathophysiology; 2) medical terminology; 3) health care reimbursement issues; 4) Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding; 5) International Classification of Diseases 10 Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) coding; 6) Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS); 7) modifiers.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AHBC 201 and successful completion with a 72% or better of all required Allied Health core and Medical Billing and Coding courses or permission of instructor.
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AHBC 218: Health Care Reimbursement Issues III 4 Cr
Quarters: F
In this course, students will study health care reimbursement issues in the outpatient and inpatient settings. The student will learn the cycle of health insurance claims, health insurance terminology, and legal issues relating to reimbursement processing.
Prerequisite: Completion of AHBC 122 with a grade of C or better or permission of instructor.
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AHBC 220: Advanced Coding 5 Cr
Quarters: F
In this course, students will study Current Procedural Coding (CPT), International Classification of Diseases 10 Clinical Modification (ICD-10 CM) diagnostic coding, ICD-10 Procedural Coding System (ICD-10 PCS) hospital coding, modifiers, and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) coding principles. These coding systems are used in physician’s offices and in hospitals. Students will practice coding skills from source documents.
Prerequisite: Completion of AHBC 132 and AHBC 133 both with a grade of C or better or permission of instructor.
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AHBC 224: Medical Billing Compliance Issues 3 Cr
Quarters: F
Medical record documentation and billing practices are under new guidelines and strict penalties. This course teaches the skills to perform an accurate and complete assessment of medical office coding and reimbursement practices to ensure compliance with insurance carriers and government agencies. Concepts regarding use of the medical record as an audit tool to demonstrate that the services provided were necessary and reasonable will be discussed. Included will be auditing procedures to ensure reimbursement compliance in the medical office.
Prerequisite: AHBC 122 and AHBC 132 both with a grade of C or better or permission of instructor.
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AHBC 298: Experimental/Exploratory Studies Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Experimental/exploratory studies in allied health billing and coding.
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Allied Health -Spanish Medical Interpreter |
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AHMI 101: Spanish Medical Interpreter 5 Cr
Quarters: F, S
This course teaches the Spanish interpretation for the most common biomedical terms used during the patient-provider encounter. Direct interpretation of medical terms, explanatory phrases when no direct linguistic interpretation exists and colloquial terms will be covered. Also included is instruction in the special linguistic skill that is required of interpreters for supporting the triad relationship of patient-interpreter-clinician while reinforcing the patient-clinician bond.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment or completion of AH 119 with a grade of C or better or permission of instructor.
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Allied Health - Pharmacy Technician |
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AHPT 098: Experimental/Exploratory Studies Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Experimental/exploratory studies in Allied Health Pharmacy Technician.
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AHPT 115: Advanced Pharmacology 3 Cr
Quarters: S
This course teaches the knowledge and skills in areas of pharmacology specific to the pharmacy technician’s role.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Pharmacy Technician program.
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AHPT 125: Pharmacy Technician Skills I 4 Cr
Quarters: F
This course introduces the pharmacy technician to pharmacy practice. The student will explore both historic and current events affecting pharmacy work. Knowledge will be built by studying traditional and non-traditional pharmacy settings and roles, abbreviations and terminology, pharmaceutical references, prescription dispensing, drug orders, and emerging therapies. Students will be introduced to the most common over-the-counter (OTC) medications and the top 100 most commonly prescribed medications.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Pharmacy Technician program.
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AHPT 140: Pharmacy Law 2 Cr
Quarters: F
This course provides an overview of pharmacy law and how it relates to the pharmacy technician. Some of the more influential laws regulating the practice of pharmacy will be discussed as well as the requirements for fulling prescriptions and medication orders. Eight hours of this course will be devoted to Washington State pharmacy law, with the remainder of the course to cover Federal law.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Pharmacy Technician program or permission of instructor.
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AHPT 170: Pharmacy Technician Skills II 5 Cr
Quarters: W
This course helps the pharmacy technician student develop skills for safe medication preparation and prescription processing.
Prerequisite: Continued enrollment in the Pharmacy Technician program and completion of AHPT 125 and AHPT 140 both with a grade of C or better.
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AHPT 175: Pharmacy Technician Skills III 6 Cr
Quarters: W
This course prepares the pharmacy technician for sterile and non-sterile compounding skills in the pharmacy by developing knowledge and practice in quality assurance, aseptic technique, pharmaceutical calculations, special handling, infection control, and packaging and distribution of medications.
Prerequisite: Continued enrollment in the Pharmacy Technician program and successful completion of AHPT 125 and AHPT 140 both with a grade of C or better.
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AHPT 198: Experimental/Exploratory Studies Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Experimental/exploratory studies in Allied Health Pharmacy Technician.
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AHPT 201: Pharmacy Externship 8 Cr
Quarters: S
The goal of the pharmacy externship course is to provide student exposure to community-based practice to develop competence as a pharmacy technician. Students will be assigned to a retail and/or hospital pharmacy to practice pharmacy technician skills under the supervision of a facility-designated preceptor.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Pharmacy Technician program, completion of all required Allied Health core and Pharmacy Technician courses, and concurrent enrollment in AHPT 203 .
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AHPT 203: Pharmacy Technician Review 4 Cr
Quarters: S
This course is designed as a capstone to the Pharmacy Technician student’s program of study. It will systematically lead the student through a review of program topics and impart updated information on topics that may be included in the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE). Strategies to prepare for the exam, including test-taking techniques, will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Pharmacy Technician program, completion of all required Allied Health core and Pharmacy Technician courses with a grade of C or better, and concurrent enrollment in AHPT 201 .
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AHPT 298: Experimental/Exploratory Studies Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Experimental/exploratory studies in Allied Health Pharmacy Technician.
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Allied Health - Phlebotomy |
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AHPH 170: Phlebotomy Theory 4 Cr
Quarters: W, SR
This course will explore the theoretical practice of the phlebotomist profession. Skills addressed will be professional communication, capillary, venous and arterial invasive procedures, waived tests, specimen processing, collecting non-blood specimens and electrocardiograms.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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AHPH 171: Phlebotomy Lab 1 Cr
Quarters: W, SR
This course will explore the psychomotor practice of the phlebotomist profession. Skills practiced will be professional communication, capillary, venous and arterial invasive procedures, waived tests, specimen processing, collecting non-blood specimens and electrocardiograms.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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AHPH 172: Phlebotomy Externship 4 Cr
Quarters: F, S
During the course, the student will be placed in an accredited laboratory to complete a minimum of 100 clock hours of clinical training and orientation. Students will perform a minimum of 100 successful unaided blood collections including venipunctures and capillary punctures.
Prerequisite: Completion of AHPH 170 with a grade of C or better and completion of AHPH 171 with an S.
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Allied Health - Sterile Processing |
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AHSP 100: Sterile Processing Fundamentals Lecture 3
Quarters: F
This course will prepare students for entry-level opportunities within the sterile processing department and materials management departments within various healthcare facilities. Fundamentals are explored in the context of a diverse perioperative environment. Topics include safety standards, the sterile processing work environment, supply chain management, standards of practice for medical device processing, documentation and record maintenance, and impact of effective customer service on quality patient care.
Prerequisite: Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, AH 119 , and permission of instructor.
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AHSP 101: Sterile Processing Fundamentals Lab 3 Cr
Quarters: F
This laboratory course is designed for the student to practice and demonstrate techniques regarding sterile processing fundamentals in a supervised setting. Students will apply fundamental knowledge and demonstrate basic proficiency within the role of the Sterile Processing Technician prior to entering a clinical setting in the sterile processing department.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AHSP 100 and permission of instructor.
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AHSP 110: Sterile Processing Clinic I 3 Cr
Quarters: F
This first of two clinical courses is designed to provide students the opportunity to apply central sterile supply and material management concepts within an experiential clinical setting. Students perform technical skills within the scope of the sterile supply department under the supervision of a facility designated preceptor. Skills include cleaning and disinfection medical devices, preparing items for sterilization, operating sterilization equipment, and storing surgical equipment and supplies.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AHSP 100 and AHSP 101 ; permission of instructor.
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AHSP 120: Sterile Processing Clinic II 10 Cr
Quarters: W
This is the second of two clinical externship courses designed to provide students the opportunity to apply central sterile supply and material management concepts within an experiential clinical setting. Students perform technical skills within the scope of the sterile supply department under the supervision of a facility designated preceptor. Skills include cleaning and disinfecting medical devices, preparing items for sterilization, operating sterilization equipment, and storing surgical equipment and supplies. An emphasis will be placed upon professional values and desirable employability traits.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of AHSP 110, permission of instructor.
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Allied Health - Surgical Technology |
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AHST 098: Experimental/Exploratory Studies Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Experimental/exploratory studies in Allied Health Surgical Technology.
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AHST 104: Surgical Equipment & Biomedical Safety Lecture 2 Cr
Quarters: F
This course explores the surgical technologist’s role with regard to equipment and supplies utilized within the operating room. Topics covered include electrical, fire, biological, and chemical hazards in the operative area; properties of physics; surgical department designs; and physical components of the surgical suite. Students will identify common equipment by type, name, and function. Students will examine support services and regulatory agencies with regard to their role in patient safety.
Prerequisite: Current enrollment within the Surgical Technology program.
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AHST 105: Surgical Equipment & Biomedical Safety Lab 1 Cr
Quarters: F
This is a laboratory course to practice and demonstrate the principles and techniques regarding equipment and supplies utilized within the operating room. Students will identify common equipment and supplies by type, name, and function and will demonstrate proper care and handling. Students will apply principles of robotics and physics to safe patient care.
Prerequisite: Current enrollment within the Surgical Technology program.
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AHST 106: Asepsis & Infection Control in Surgery 4 Cr
Quarters: W
This course explores the impact of microbiology and asepsis on the practice of sterile technique and infection control in the operating room. Topics covered include cell structure and function, classification of organisms, immune responses, infectious processes, microbial growth and aseptic techniques, immunology, bacteriology, pathogens of body fluids and systems, virology, parasitology, mycology, and wound healing with relation to how these affect surgical practice.
Prerequisite: Current enrollment within the Surgical Technology program.
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AHST 112: Surgical Instrumentation Lecture 3 Cr
Quarters: F
This course explores the surgical technologist’s role with regards to instrumentation utilized within the operating room to provide quality patient care. Students will identify basic instruments by name, classification, and function.
Prerequisite: Current enrollment within the Surgical Technology program.
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AHST 113: Surgical Instrumentation Lab 2 Cr
Quarters: F
This is a laboratory course to practice and demonstrate the principles and techniques regarding instrumentation utilized within the operating room. Students will identify basic instruments by name, classification, and function; will demonstrate proper care and handling, assembly of instruments; and will be able to apply knowledge of instruments to surgical procedures.
Prerequisite: Current enrollment within the Surgical Technology program.
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AHST 125: Surgical Competencies I Lecture 3 Cr
Quarters: F
The first of two surgical competency courses, this course explores the roles of the surgical technologist and other members of the surgical team, focusing on communication in the surgical setting, development of surgical technology, health care facilities, and caring for the physical, spiritual, psychological, cultural, and religious needs of the patient. Also covered will be patient’s rights, documentation, legal and ethical responsibilities, scope of practice, professional organizations, and professional credentialing for surgical technologists. Theories and principles related to pre-operative patient care will be emphasized to include: admission routines, chart assessment, patient transportation and monitoring, operating room attire, and pre-operative case management for the scrub and circulating roles.
Prerequisite: Current enrollment within the Surgical Technology program.
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AHST 126: Surgical Competencies I Lab 2 Cr
Quarters: F
This is a laboratory course to practice and demonstrate the principles and techniques regarding pre-operative case management for the surgical technologist in both the scrub role and the circulating role. Students will apply aseptic principles to skills required to prepare the patient for surgical intervention.
Prerequisite: Current enrollment within the Surgical Technology program.
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AHST 135: Surgical Competencies II Lecture 3 Cr
Quarters: W
The second of two surgical competency courses, this course explores the role of the surgical technologist in caring for the surgical patient in the intra-operative and post-operative settings. Theories and principles related to surgical case management topics such as monitoring the patient during surgery, methods of hemostasis and blood replacement, emergency situations, specimen collection and care, tissue approximation, wound management, post-anesthesia recovery, surgical documentation, decontamination and disinfection, reprocessing of instruments, sterile storage and distribution, instrument wrapping and labeling, issues related to death and dying, patient discharge planning, and health and wellness will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: Current enrollment within the Surgical Technology program, completion of AHST 125 with a grade of C or better, and concurrent enrollment in AHST 136 .
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AHST 136: Surgical Competencies II Lab 2 Cr
Quarters: W
This is a laboratory course to practice and demonstrate the principles and techniques regarding intra-operative and post-operative case management for the surgical technologist in the surgical setting. Students will apply theory and critical thinking techniques to demonstrate proper action in a variety of surgical scenarios.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AHST 135 .
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AHST 150: Surgical Procedures Lecture 6 Cr
Quarters: W
This course explores the surgical technologist’s role in diagnostic and surgical intervention. Students will determine which diagnostic procedures require surgical intervention and will explore general surgery, obstetric and gynecologic surgery, ophthalmic surgery, otorhinolaryngology surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery, plastic and reconstructive surgery, genitourinary surgery, orthopedic surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, peripheral vascular surgery, and neurosurgery. All aspects of theory and principles related to the scrub role in these specialties will be explored.
Prerequisite: Current enrollment within the Surgical Technology program and concurrent enrollment in AHST 151 .
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AHST 151: Surgical Procedures Lab 4 Cr
Quarters: W
This is a laboratory course to practice and demonstrate the principles and techniques regarding surgical interventions and procedures within the surgical technologist’s role for the following surgical specialties: general, obstetric and gynecological, ophthalmic, otorhinolaryngologic, oral and maxillofacial, plastic and reconstructive, genitourinary, orthopedic, cardiothoracic, peripheral vascular, and neurosurgery.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AHST 150 .
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AHST 155: Surgical Pharmacology Lecture 4 Cr
Quarters: F
This course explores the surgical technologist’s role in pharmacology and anesthesia. Topics include terminology, action, use and modes of administration of drugs and anesthetic agents, side effects and contraindications, factors that influence anesthesia selection, identification of monitoring devices, complications related to anesthesia and possible interventions, transfer of drugs from non-sterile to sterile areas, and care and precautions in identifying drugs and solutions in the operating room. Theories and principles related to monitoring and medication management for the operative patient in the scrub and circulating roles will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: Current enrollment within the Surgical Technology program.
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AHST 156: Surgical Pharmacology Lab 1 Cr
Quarters: F
This is a laboratory course to practice and demonstrate the principles and techniques regarding the surgical technologist’s role in pharmacology and anesthesia. Student will apply aseptic principles in the management of drugs and solutions in the operating room as well as function in the circulator role while assisting anesthesia in the management of the operative patient.
Prerequisite: Current enrollment within the Surgical Technology program.
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AHST 198: Experimental/Exploratory Studies 10 Cr
Quarters: O
Experimental/exploratory studies in Allied Health Surgical Technology.
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AHST 201: Operating Room Clinical I 9 Cr
Quarters: S
The Operating Room Clinical I course is designed to provide the student with exposure to community based practice in order to develop competence as an entry-level surgical technologist. Students are assigned to a surgical suite to practice all skills related to the surgical technologist within the perioperative setting under the supervision of a facility-designated preceptor. Emphasis will be placed on the surgical technologist in the scrub role.
Prerequisite: Current enrollment within the Surgical Technology program, successful completion of AHST 150 and AHST 151 with a grade of C or better, and concurrent enrollment in AHST 202 .
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AHST 202: Operating Room Seminar I 2 Cr
Quarters: S
Students in the Operating Room Clinical I course will meet once a week with a surgical technology instructor to discuss progress and solve problems in clinical-related issues.
Prerequisite: Current enrollment within the Surgical Technology program and concurrent enrollment in AHST 201 .
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AHST 210: Operating Room Clinical II 9 Cr
Quarters: SR
During this second of two clinical rotations, students will continue the practice of the surgical scrub role under the supervision of a facility-designated preceptor. Students will be expected to show progression towards autonomous performance of surgical technology functions, as well as increased competency in more complex surgical cases.
Prerequisite: Current enrollment within the Surgical Technology program, successful completion of AHST 201 and AHST 202 with a grade of C or better, and concurrent enrollment in AHST 211 .
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AHST 211: Operating Room Seminar II 2 Cr
Quarters: SR
Students in the Operating Room Clinical II course will meet once a week with a surgical technology instructor to discuss progress and solve problems in clinical-related issues.
Prerequisite: Current enrollment within the Surgical Technology program and concurrent enrollment in AHST 210 .
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AHST 220: Preparing for Board Certification I 2 Cr
Quarters: S
The first of two courses that will prepare the surgical technology student to successfully participate in the National Board Certification Examination will review all subjects relating to surgical technology with an emphasis on test-taking strategies and skills. Topics covered will include medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, microbiology and infection control, the surgical patient and the surgical environment, wound management and asepsis, instrumentation and equipment, case preparation, and the professional aspects of surgical technology.
Prerequisite: Current enrollment within the Surgical Technology program and successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in AHST 201 and AHST 202 .
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AHST 221: Preparing for Board Certification II 2 Cr
Quarters: SR
The second of two courses that will prepare the surgical technology student to successfully participate in the National Board Certification Examination will review concepts relating to surgical technology, including surgery in all specialties with an emphasis on test-taking strategies and skills. Topics covered will include general, obstetrical, gynecological, genitourinary, head and neck, plastic and reconstructive, orthopedic, neurological, ophthalmic, thoracic, cardiac, and vascular surgery.
Prerequisite: Current enrollment within the Surgical Technology program and successful completion or concurrent enrollment in AHST 210 and AHST 211 .
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AHST 298: Experimental/Exploratory Studies Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Experimental/exploratory studies in Allied Health Surgical Technology.
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AH 076: Community Service 0 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
This class is offered as a self-support, community service, non-credit course.
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AH 098: Experimental/Exploratory Studies Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Experimental/exploratory studies in allied health.
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AH 104: Math for Health Professions 3 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
This course prepares students in mathematical applications designed for use in the following professional/technical programs: Surgical Technology, Dental Assisting, Pharmacy Technician, and Medical Assisting. Content includes, but is not limited to, the following topics: ratios, proportions, measurement systems, medical dosage, calculations, geometry, equations, and formulas.
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AH 105: Introduction to Pharmacology 3 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
Introduction to Pharmacology presents a beginning description of topics pertaining to the understanding of the medication order, terminology used in prescribing medications, legislation relating to drugs, drug references, drug classifications, and forms of drugs.
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AH 108: Communication and Cultural Concepts in Health Care 3 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
This course is designed to assist healthcare professionals to understand and meet the needs and expectations of culturally diverse patient populations. Topics discussed will include communication in the medical setting and culturally-appropriate health care strategies. Students will be introduced to factors that affect health care interactions, such as cultural background, developmental stage, grief, stress level, and therapeutic communication skills.
Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL& 101 or permission of instructor.
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AH 110: Human Body in Health & Disease I 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
This course is an integration of basic structures and functions of the human body with disease processes that can affect body systems. This is the first of two Human Body in Health and Disease classes and includes an introduction to cellular function as well as the anatomy and physiology of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, sensory, and digestive systems. Included are the diagnostic tests, treatments, and possible prognoses for common disease processes that can affect each of these systems.
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AH 119: Medical Terminology 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
This online course is designed to teach the language of medicine to those who are pursuing an administrative office or clinical career in a medical-related or legal profession. Spelling, and meaning of the most commonly used medical terms will be covered. Basic anatomy and physiology medical terminology are covered for each body system. Practical application of words and abbreviations will be addressed.
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AH 120: Human Body in Health & Disease II 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
This course is an integration of basic structures and functions of the human body with disease processes that can affect body systems. This is the second of two Human Body in Health and Disease classes and includes a discussion of the anatomy and physiology of the endocrine system; hemodynamics; the heart, circulation, and blood vessels; immunity and the lymphatic system; and the respiratory, urinary, and reproductive systems. Included are common diagnostic tests, treatments, pharmacological agents, and possible prognoses for common disease processes that can affect each of these systems.
Prerequisite: AH 110 with a grade of C or better.
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AH 140: Medical Law and Ethics 2 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
This course introduces legal and ethical issues common in medical settings to aid the student in developing the critical thinking skills needed to resolve dilemmas faced by healthcare professionals in daily practice. Topics include standard of care, criminal and civil law, contracts, negligence, confidentiality, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), scope of practice, and ethical considerations.
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AH 155: First Aid/CPR/Blood-Borne Pathogen Training 2 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
This course is intended for any individual who desires certification in First Aid, Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Cardiopulmonary respiration (CPR), and seven hour Blood-Borne Pathogen training (BBP). This course will meet all Washington State requirements for BBP.
Prerequisite:
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AH 198: Experimental/Exploratory Studies Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Experimental/exploratory studies in allied health.
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AH 199: Independent Study/Field Experience Variable Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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AH 298: Experimental/Exploratory Studies Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Experimental/exploratory studies in allied health.
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AH 299: Independent Study/Field Experience Variable Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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AHLTH 076: Community Service 0 Cr
Quarters: O
This class is offered as a self-support, community service, and noncredit course.
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AHLTH 098: Experimental/Exploratory Studies Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Experimental/exploratory studies in allied health.
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AIIS 101: Introduction to American Indian and Indigenous Studies 5 Cr
Quarters: F
This course provides a historic and contemporary perspective on the social, political, and cultural issues of the Indigenous Peoples of North America.
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL& 101 .
Distribution for DTA: Social Sciences
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AIIS 202: Contemporary Issues of Native Nations 5 Cr
Quarters: S
This course provides an overview of the current status of Native Nations and the many issues facing Indigenous peoples across North America.
Prerequisite: Completion of AIIS 101 with a C or better.
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