Allied Health Department
The following statement applies to these programs:
¥ Diagnostic Medical Sonography
¥ Emergency Medical Technology
¥ Medical Laboratory Technology
¥ Radiologic Technology
¥ Respiratory Therapy
Articulation: Each Allied Health Program articulates with high school Health Science programs through the Health Science Core Curriculum, which consists of HPRS 1101 Introduction to Health Sciences, HPRS 1106 Medical Terminology, HPRS 1204 Basic Skills for the Health Professional.
Satisfactory Progress and Applicable Degree Plan
Students who are admitted to an Allied Health program must make continuous satisfactory progress toward completion of their degree plans. Continuous satisfactory progress means a minimum grade of ÒCÓ must be obtained in each course required in the degree plan. A student who leaves the program prior to completion must apply for readmission. A student readmitted must follow the degree plan in effect on the date of readmission. Because of rapidly changing technology in health care, technical courses in Allied Health programs will not count toward graduation requirements if they are more than three years old.
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Diagnostic Medical Sonography, sometimes called ultrasound, is one of the fastest growing Diagnostic Imaging fields. This program prepares students for practice as Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographers. Application is being made for appropriate accreditation and upon graduation, students will be eligible to take the examinations of General Physics and Instrumentation, Abdomen, Obstetrics and Gynecology. This is a selective admission program and applicants are generally expected to have a prior certification in an allied health care field.
PROGRAM OF STUDY
Associate in Applied Science
(A.A.S.) Ð Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Pre-Program Courses
Class Credits Lec+Lab=Credit
PHYS 1301 General Physics I 3+0=3
PHYS 1101 General Physics I lab 0+3=1
BIOL 2301 Anatomy and Physiology I and 3+0=3
BIOL 2101 Anatomy and Physiology I Ð Lab 0+3=1
BIOL 2302 Anatomy and Physiology II Ð and 3+0=0
BIOL 2102 Anatomy and Physiology II Ð Lab 0+3=1
MATH 1314 College Algebra 3+0=3
Totals 12+11=16
Freshman Year
Fall
SPCH 1315 Fundamental of Speech 3+0=3
HPRS 1106 Medical Terminology 1+0=1
DMSO 1441 Ultrasound I 3+4=4
DMSO 1355 Pathophysiology 3+0=3
HPRS 1101 Introduction to Health Professions 1+0=1
Totals 11+0=12
Spring
HPRS 1204 Basic Health Professional Skills 1+4=2
DMSO 2441 Ultrasound II 3+4=4
DMSO 1342 Intermediate Acoustical Physics 3+0=3
DMSO 1266 Practicum 0+16=2
Totals 7+32=11
Summer I
DMSO 1166 Practicum 0+7=1
PSYC 2301 Introduction to Psychology 3+0=3
Total 3+7=4
Summer II
DMSO 1167 Practicum 0+7=1
Electives-Humanities 3+0=3
Total 3+7=4
Sophomore Year
Fall
ENGL 1301 Composition 3+0=3
DMSO 2342 Ultrasound III 2+4=3
DMSO 2343 Advanced Acoustical Physics 3+0=3
DMSO 1267 Practicum 0+16=2
Total 8+20=11
Spring
Computer Elective TCIS or COSC 3+0=3
DMSO 2253 Sonography III 2+0=2
DMSO 2266 Practicum 0+16=2
Total 5+0=7
Summer I
DMSO 2166 Practicum 0+7=1
Total 0+0=1
Summer II
DMSO 2167 Practicum 0+7=1
DMSO 2245 Advanced Sonography Practices 2+0=2
Total 2+7=3
Credit Hour Summary
Diagnostic Medical Sonography 34 Credit hours
General Education 28 Credit hours
Electives 6 Credit hours
Total 68 Credit hours
Emergency Medical Technology
This program prepares Emergency Medical Technicians with formal instruction and clinical practice in the job competencies delineated for EMTs by the Texas Department of Health, and The United States Department of Transportation.
This laddered program has exit points as follows:
¥ The Emergency Medical Technician-Intermediate program which consists of all of the basic skills competencies plus the Intermediate skills competencies.
¥ The Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic program which consist of the Basic, Intermediate and Paramedic skills competencies.
All of these skills and competencies will be formally instructed by theory, laboratory and clinical experience.
Program Competencies
¥ Recognize factors that affect the roles and responsibilities of the Emergency Medical Technician
¥ Describe the EMS Systems to include the Medical control responsibility, ambulance standards and protocols
¥ Identify the significance of medical/legal considerations
¥ Recognize the importance of the ever-changing EMS communication system with emphasis on the 911 system
¥ Describe the contrast between anatomy and medical technology
¥ Identify the importance of general and critical patient assessment with emphasis on the pathophysiology of shock
¥ Recognize factors that involve airway management
¥ Differentiate and implement invasive pharmacological agents appropriate to every emergency situation
¥ Provide rescue with emphasis on traumatic vehicular disentanglement
¥ Recognize and treat various types and degrees of burns
¥ Recognize the types of cardiovascular emergencies to include the recognition of Electrocardiograms
¥ Identify the various complex anatomical systems, which make it possible for the body to remain in harmonious function
¥ Identify and treat environmental and infectious emergencies
¥ Identify and treat pediatric and geriatric emergencies
¥ Recognize and treat obstetrical labor and delivery emergencies
¥ Provide treatment for behavioral emergencies to include the transport process
PROGRAM OF STUDY
Associate in Applied Science
(A.A.S.) Ð Emergency Medical Technology
Course Title Lec+Lab=Credit
EMSP 1019 CPR Basic Life Support 0+2=0
HPRS 2300 Pharmacology for Health Professions 3+0=3
HPRS 1101 Introduction to Health Care Professions 1+0=1
Total Hours 4+2=4
Freshman Year
Fall
HPRS 1204 Basic Health Professions Skills 1+4=2
HPRS 1106 Medical Terminology 1+0=1
EMSP 1401 Emergency Medical Technician Ð Basic 3+4=4
EMSP 1266 Practicum/Field Experience-Emergency 0+0=2
Medical Technology/Technician I
HPRS 1205 Medical Law/Ethics for Health Professions 2+0=2
BIOL 2301 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 3+0=3
BIOL 2101 Human Anatomy and Physiology I Ð Lab 0+3=1
Total Hours 10+11=15
Spring
ENGL 1301 Composition I 3+0=3
EMSP 1356 Patient Assessment and Airway Management 2+2=3
EMSP 1267 Practicum/Field Experience-Emergency 0+0=2
Medical Technology/Technician II
EMSP 1209 Emergency Medical Dispatching 2+0=2
BIOL 2302 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 3+0=3
BIOL 2102 Human Anatomy and Physiology II Ð Lab 0+3=1
Total Hours 10+5=14
1st Summer
EMSP 1208 Emergency Vehicle Operations 2+0=2
EMSP 1149 Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support 0+3=1
SPCH 1315 Fundamentals of Speech 3+0=3
EMSP 2135 Advanced Cardiac Life Support 0+3=1
Total Hours 5+6=7
2nd Summer
EMSP 2345 EMS Supervision/Management 2+2=3
COSC 1305 Computer Fundamentals 3+0=3
EMSP 1147 Pediatric Advanced Life Support 0+3=1
Total Hours 5+5=7
Sophomore Year
Fall
EMSP 2444 Cardiology 3+4=4
EMSP 2266 Practicum/Field Experience-Emergency 0+0=2
Medical Technology/Technician III
MATH 1313 College Math 3+0=3
PSYC 2301 Introduction to Psychology 3+0=3
Total Hours 9+4=12
Spring
EMSP 2243 Assessment Based Management 1+2=2
EMSP 2434 Medical Emergencies 3+2=4
EMSP 2267 Practicum/Field Experience-Emergency 0+0=2
Medical Technology/Technician IV
Elective Ð Humanities (literature, art, music, philosophy) 3+0=3
Total Hours 7+4=11
Grand Total 50+37=70
Credit Hour Summary
Emergency Medical Technology 35 Credit hours
General Education 32 Credit hours
Electives 3 Credit hours
Total 70 Credit hours
Certificate Ð Emergency Medical Technology
Course Title Lec+Lab=Credit
EMSP 1019 CPR Basic Life Support 0+2=0
HPRS 2300 Pharmacology for Health Professions 3+0=3
HPRS 1101 Introduction to Health Care Professions 1+0=1
Total Hours 4+2=4
Freshman Year
HPRS 1204 Basic Health Profession Skills 1+4=2
HPRS 1106 Medical Terminology 1+0=1
EMSP 1401 Emergency Medical Technician Ð Basic 3+4=4
EMSP 1266 Practicum/Field Experience-Emergency 0+0=2
Medical Technology/Technician I
HPRS 1205 Medical Law/Ethics for Health Professions 2+0=2
BIOL 2301 Human Anatomy and Physiology I 3+0=3
BIOL 2101 Human Anatomy and Physiology I Ð Lab 0+3=1
Total Hours 10+11+15
Spring
EMSP 1356 Patient Assessment and Airway Management 3+0=3
EMSP 1267 Practicum/Field Experience-Emergency 0+0=2
Medical Technology/Technician II
EMSP 1209 Emergency Medical Dispatching 2+0=2
BIOL 2302 Human Anatomy and Physiology II 3+0=3
BIOL 2102 Human Anatomy and Physiology II Ð Lab 0+3=1
Total Hours 8+3=11
1st Summer
EMSP 1208 Emergency Vehicle Operations 2+0=2
EMSP 1149 Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support 0+3=1
EMSP 2135 Advanced Cardiac Life Support 0+3=1
Total Hours 2+6=4
2nd Summer
EMSP 2345 EMS Supervision/Management 2+2=3
EMSP 1147 Pediatric Advanced Life Support 0+3=1
Total Hours 2+5=4
Sophomore Year
Fall
EMSP 2444 Cardiology 3+4=4
EMSP 2266 Practicum/Field Experience-Emergency 0+0=2
Medical Technology/Technician III
Total Hours 3+4=6
Spring
EMSP 2243 Assessment Based Management 1+2=2
EMSP 2434 Medical Emergencies 3+2=4
EMSP 2267 Practicum/Field Experience-Emergency 0+0=2
Medical Technology/Technician IV
Total Hours 4+4=8
Grand Total Hours 33+35=52
Credit Hour Summary
Emergency Medical Technology 35 Credit hours
General Education 17 Credit hours
Total 52 Credit hours
Medical Laboratory Technology
Program accredited by National Accrediting Agency for
Clinical Laboratory Sciences Associate in Applied Science Degree
The two-year program prepares medical laboratory technicians by formal instruction and clinical learning experiences that teach and offer students the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to perform clinical laboratory procedures. Upon satisfactory completion of the program, the student is eligible to receive an Associate Degree in Applied Science and is eligible to sit for the MLT (ASCP) or CLT (NCA) national certification examinations.
Admission Requirement and Procedures: Applicants must complete several admission procedures before registration, including completing an application form, providing school records, and taking achievement tests. Interested students should contact the Program Director to request application information.
Program Competencies
After completing the program, students will have been given the opportunity to acquire the necessary skills for:
Ð collecting and processing biological specimens for analysis, performing analytical tests on body fluids, cells, and products.
Ð recognizing factors that affect procedures and results, and taking appropriate actions within predetermined limits when corrections are indicated.
Ð monitoring quality control within predetermined limits.
Ð performing preventive and corrective maintenance of equipment and instruments or referring to appropriate sources for repairs.
Ð demonstrating professional conduct and interpersonal communication skills with patients, laboratory personnel, other health care professionals, and the public.
Ð recognizing responsibilities of other laboratory and health care personnel and interacting with them with respect for their jobs and patient care.
Ð applying basic scientific principles to learn new techniques and procedures.
Ð relating laboratory findings to common disease processes.
Ð recognizing and acting upon the needs for continuing education to maintain and increase professional competence.
PROGRAM OF STUDY
Associate in Applied Science
(A.A.S.) Ð Medical Laboratory Technology
Pre-Program Courses
Class Lec+Lab=Credits
BIOL 2301 Anatomy and Physiology I and 3+0=3
BIOL 2101 Anatomy and Physiology I Ð Lab 0+3=1
BIOL 2302 Anatomy and Physiology II Ð and 3+0=3
BIOL 2102 Anatomy and Physiology II Ð Lab 0+3=1
HPRS 1204 Basic Health Profession Skills 1+4=2
HPRS 1101 Introduction to Health Professions 1+0=1
HPRS 1106 Medical Terminology 1+0=1
Total 9+10=12
Freshman Year
First Semester
ENGL 1301 Composition I 3+0=3
MATH 1313 College Algebra OR 3+0=3
MATH 1314 College Math
MLAB 1201 Introduction to Clinical Lab 1+4=2
MLAB 1211 Urinalysis and Body Fluids 1+4=2
MLAB 1223 Phlebotomy 1+4=2
Total 9+12=12
Second Semester
CHEM 1305 Introduction to Chemistry I and 3+0=3
CHEM 1105 Introduction to Chemistry I Ð Lab 0+1=1
or
CHEM 1311 General Chemistry I and 3+0=3
CHEM 1111 General Chemistry I Ð Lab 0+1=1
MLAB 1335 Immunology/Serology 2+4=3
MLAB 2534 Clinical Microbiology 4+4=5
MLAB 1331 Parasitology and Mycology 2+4=3
Total 11+13=18
First Summer Session
MLAB 1415 Hematology 3+4=4
MLAB 1227 Coagulation 1+2=2
Second Summer Session
MLAB 1166 Practicum 0+10=1
Humanities Course (choose from Art,
Foreign Language or any 2000 English) 3+0=3
Total 3+10=4
Sophomore Year
First Semester
MLAB 2501 Clinical Chemistry 4+4=5
MLAB 2431 Immunohematology 3+4=4
MLAB 1167 Practicum 0+10=1
Total 7+18=10
Second Semester
SPCH 1318 Interpersonal Communication 3+0=3
Social/Behavioral Science Course 3+0=3
Choose from SOCI 1301, PSYC 2301, PSYC 2314, PSYC 3324
Computer Course 3+0=3
Choose from COSC 1305, COSC 1310
MLAB 2166 Practicum 0+10=1
MLAB 2167 Practicum 0+10=1
MLAB 1191 Special Topics Ð Seminar 1+0=1
Total Credit Hours 53+91=71
Credit Hour Summary
Medical Laboratory Technology 37 Credit hours
General Education 22 Credit hours
Elective 12 Credit hours
Total 71 Credit hours
Radiologic Technology
Associate in Applied Science Degree
Accredited by The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology;
Approved by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
This program offers students the opportunity to prepare to be competent, professional Radiologic technologists. The curriculum combines technical and academic courses to teach students to understand the technical skills as well as administrative duties in the Department of Radiology. After completing this program, the student receives an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Radiologic Technology and is then eligible to take the registry examination for certification as a registered Radiologic Technologist required by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. A grade of ÒCÓ or better is required for each course in this degree plan.
Admission Requirement and Procedures: Applicants must complete several admission procedures before registration including completing an application form, providing school records, and taking an Assessment test. Interested students should contact the Program Director to request application information and advice on possible courses to take before entering the Radiologic Technology Program.
Program Objectives
This program gives students the opportunity to acquire the skills necessary to:
Ð apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology, positioning and radiographic techniques to accurately show anatomical structures on a radiograph or other imaging receptor,
Ð determine exposure factors to achieve the best radiographic techniques with the least radiation exposure to the patient,
Ð evaluate radiographic images for positioning and image quality,
Ð provide patient care and comfort,
Ð evaluate the performance of Radiologic systems and know the safe limits of equipment operation, and
Ð exercise judgment and discretion in performing medical imaging procedures.
PROGRAM OF STUDY
Associate in Applied Science
(A.A.S.) Ð Radiologic Technology
Pre-Program Courses
Class Lec+Lab=Credits
BIOL 2301 Anatomy and Physiology I and 3+0=3
BIOL 2101 Anatomy and Physiology I Ð Lab 0+3=1
BIOL 2302 Anatomy and Physiology II Ð and 3+0=0
BIOL 2102 Anatomy and Physiology II Ð Lab 0+3=1
HPRS 1204 Basic Health Profession Skills 1+5=2
HPRS 1101 Introduction to Health Professions 1+1=1
HPRS 1106 Medical Terminology 1+0=1
First Year
Spring
RADR 1411 Basic Radiographic Procedures 3+3=4
RADR 1201 Introduction to Radiography 2+0=2
RADR 1213 Prin. of Radiographic Imaging I 1+2=2
ENGL 1301 Composition I 3+0=3
MATH 1314 College Algebra 3+0=3
First Summer Session
RADR 1166 Practicum I 0+0=1
Second Summer Session
RADR 1167 Practicum II 0+0=1
Fall
RADR 2305 Prin. of Radiographic Imaging II 2+3=3
RADR 2309 Radiographic Imaging Equipment 3+1=3
RADR 2217 Radiographic Pathology 2+0=2
RADR 1267 Practicum III 0+0=2
SPCH 1315 Fundamentals of Speech 3+0=3
Second Year
Spring
RADR 2331 Advanced Radiographic Procedures 3+0=3
RADR 2313 Radiation Biology and Protection 3+0=3
RADR 2266 Practicum IV 0+0=2
COSC 1305 Computer Fundamentals 3+0=3
Elective Ð Humanities (Literature, 3+0=3
Art, Music, Philosophy)
First Summer Session
RADR 2166 Practicum V 0+0=1
Second Summer Session
RADR 2167 Practicum VI 0+0=1
Fall
RADR 2267 Practicum VII 0+0=2
RADR 2335 Radiologic Technology Seminar 3+0=3
RADR 2233 Advanced Medical Imaging 2+0=2
PSYC 2301 Introduction to Psychology 3+0=3
Total Credit Hours 67
Credit Hour Summary
Radiologic Technology 37 Credit hours
General Education 27 Credit hours
Electives 3 Credit hours
Total 67 Credit hours
Respiratory Therapy
Accredited by Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care
A member of the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
Associate in Applied Science Degree
The program leading to an Associate in Applied Science Degree in respiratory therapy offers students the opportunity to prepare for entry-level respiratory care practice.
Graduates are eligible to write the national certification examination and to apply for Certification as Respiratory Care Practitioners with the Texas Department of Health. Program Objectives
This program gives students the opportunity to acquire the skills necessary to:
Ð review existing data, collect additional clinical data and recommend obtaining additional pertinent data; evaluate all data to determine the appropriateness of the prescribed respiratory care, and participate in developing the respiratory care plan,
Ð select, assemble and check all equipment used in providing respiratory care,
Ð initiate, conduct and modify prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve one or more specific objectives, maintain patient records, and communicate relevant information to members of the health care team, and
Ð assume responsibility for their own professional practice by adhering to legal and ethical standards, and be responsible for their professional growth.
PROGRAM OF STUDY
Associate in Applied Science
Core Prerequisites
Class Lec+Lab=Credits
BIOL 2301 Human Anatomy and Physiology I and 3+0=3
BIOL 2101 Human Anatomy and Physiology I Ð Lab 0+4=1
BIOL 2302 Human Anatomy and Physiology II Ð and 3+0=3
BIOL 2102 Human Anatomy and Physiology II Ð Lab 0+4=1
HPRS 1204 Basic Health Professions Skills 1+4=2
HPRS 1101 Introduction to Health Professions 1+0=1
HPRS 1106 Medical Terminology 1+0=1
Total Semester hours 9+12=12
Fall
RSPT 1315 Basic Respiratory Care Procedures I 2+4=3
RSPT 2201 Cardiopulmonary Assessment 1+2=2
HPRS 1205 Medical Law/Ethics for Health Prof. 2+0=2
CHEM 1305 *Introduction to Chemistry 3+0=3
CHEM 1105 *Introduction to Chemistry Lab 0+4=1
BIOL 2321 *Microbiology
BIOL 2121 *Microbiology Lab
ENGL 1301 Composition I 3+0=3
*Choose either Chem or Micro
Total Semester hours 14
Spring
RSPT 1316 Basic Respiratory Care Procedures II 2+4=3
HPRS 2300 Pharmacology for Health Professions 3+0=3
RSPT 1241 Respiratory Home Care/Rehabilitation 1+4=2
RSPT 1260 Clinical I 0+12=2
MATH 1314 College Algebra 3+0=3
or MATH 1324, 1332, 1335 or higher accepted
Total Semester hours 13
Summer
RSPT 2314 Mechanical Ventilation 2+4=3
RSPT 1161 Clinical II 0+6=1
Total Semester hours 8
Fall
RSPT 2310 Cardiopulmonary Disease 3+0=3
RSPT 2353 Neonatal/Pediatric Cardiopulmonary 2+4=3
RSPT 2135 Pediatric Advanced Life Support 0+3=1
RSPT 2262 Clinical III 0+12=2
PHYS 1410 Introductory Physics 3+4=4
Total Semester hours 14
Spring
RSPT 1137 Basic Dysrhythmia Interpretation 1+0=1
RSPT 2305 Pulmonary Diagnostics 2+4=3
RSPT 2139 Advanced Cardiac Life Support 0+3=1
RSPT 2363 Clinical IV 0+18=3
RSPT 2255 Critical Care Monitoring 2+0=2
PSYC 2301 Introduction to Psychology 3+0=3
Humanities Elective 3+0=3
Total Semester hours 16
Total Semester Credit Hours 72