All prospective Health Science/Medical Technology students must meet the following prerequisites before enrolling in any classes:
- Take and pass a TABE Reading Assessment with Score 560+
- Completion of Prerequisite class, either Health Care Essentials or Medical Terminology (depending on which program you want to enter)
- Students are required to purchase a textbook.
- Students must wear burgundy scrubs to class.
Health Care Essentials – HCE
Course is a prerequisite for CNA
Learn the skills necessary to pursue a career in professional health care, focusing on body structure and functions, vital signs, emergency procedures, safety and health maintenance, ethical and legal responsibilities, and medical terminology. Course is offered as either 18 or 9 week course.
COST: $25 supply fee
National City Adult School
(619) 336-9400
San Ysidro Adult School
(619 ) 428-7200
Certified Nursing Assistant (cc)
Gain the skills needed to care for ill, aging or disabled patients and prepare for the California State Board Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Examination. This class includes clinical practice in a skilled nursing facility. Students who have met the prerequisites may apply by completing the online CNA application. Openings are filled on a first-come/first-served basis, there is no waiting list.
COST: $115 minus the cost of fingerprinting when using recommended service
San Ysidro Adult School
(619 ) 428-7200
National City Adult School
(619) 934-6605
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Medical Terminology-Online Course
This course is a prerequisite for Medical Assistant and Medical Insurance Billing/Introduction to Coding. Take this course online! Schedule weekly appointments to meet one-on-one with your instructor. Prepare for work in the health industry by learning medical terminology in this Gateway course into health occupations.
COST: $25 supply fee
Chula Vista Adult School
(619 ) 796-7000
National City Adult School
(619) 336-9400
Medical Terminology-Lecture Course
This course is a prerequisite for Medical Assistant and Medical Insurance Billing/Introduction to Coding. Learn medical terminology in a hybrid classroom setting. Prepare for work in the health industry by learning medical terminology. Purchase textbook, workbook, and dictionary for class .
COST: $25 supply fee
Chula Vista Adult School
(619 ) 796-7000
San Ysidro Adult School
(619 ) 428-7200
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Medical Assistant – Administrative (cc)
Prepare for work in the health industry as a Medical Assistant-Administrative (front office). Qualified Medical Assistants are in demand in today’s employment market. This course will prepare you for work in a variety of positions and teach you medical software.
COST: $25 supply fee
Chula Vista Adult School
(619 ) 796-7000
San Ysidro Adult School
(619 ) 428-7200
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Medical Assistant – Clinical (cc)
Prepare for work in the health industry as a Clinical Medical Assistant (back office), a multi-skilled member of a health care team. Receive hands on training to take temperature and pulse, measure respiration and blood pressure, and give injections. Due to government health requirements students must be at least 18 years old to perform injections and venipunctures.
COST: $50 supply fee
National City Adult School
(619) 934-6605
San Ysidro Adult School
(619 ) 428-7200
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Medical Billing/Introduction to Coding
This course focuses on the understanding and importance of medical claims in the healthcare reimbursement process. Comprehension of legal, regulatory, and ethical issues associated with claims completion and submittal are emphasized; including compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
COST: $25 supply fee
Chula Vista Adult School
(619 ) 796-7000
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Workplace Communication for Medical Pathways
The Workplace Communication for medical careers pathway provides communication language skills necessary for successful completion of medical pathways leading to Certified Nurse Assistant. The program is designed for English Learners who want a career in Certified Nurse Assistant or Medical Assisting.
Pre-requisite:
- TABE reading assessment score between 461 to 517.
COST: $25 supply fee
San Ysidro Adult School
(619 ) 428-7200