Course Catalog

Health Science

HSC-114 - Medical Terminology

Lecture: 2

Lab: 2

Credit: 3

This course is designed to study the basic language related to medical science with emphasis on word analysis, construction, definitions, pronunciations, spelling and standard abbreviations.

HSC-168 - Nurse Aide

Lecture: 2.25

Lab: 1.3

Clinical: 2

Credit: 3.5

This course is comprised of the state approved curriculum and laboratory module with the skills component. The class includes 32 hours of clinical training in a long term facility, 20 lab hours and 36 hours lecture. Students must attend a minimum of 30 clinical hours and 15 lab hours in order to pass the class. The course also includes a module on confidentiality, professionalism and communications. Clinical schedule will be arranged by the instructor and dates given the students on the first day of class and may include weekend hours.

HSC-181 - First Aid/CPR for Non-Health Care Workers

Lecture: 1

Lab: 1

Credit: 1.5

This course follows the American heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR) Heart Saver for the Lay Person. It includes AED and basic first aid. This course is not for health care workers.

HSC-212 - Pathophysiology (Indian Hills CC Course)

Lecture: 3

Credit: 3

The nature, cause and treatment of disease are the focus of pathophysiology. The characteristics and etiology of diseases are presented using appropriate medical terminology to help students understand the relationship between clinical signs and disease processes.

HSC-230 - Employment Preparation (Indian Hills CC Course)

Lecture: 1

Credit: 1

This course is designed for students preparing to seek employment. Written documents, including letters and resumes, will be discussed and created. Job seeking techniques, including interviewing skills and human relations skills, will also be addressed.