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Computer Training - Data Management
The Certificate of Completion in Data Management contains courses designed to help you manage numerical data more effectively. This certificate provides the minimum recommended skills training for any office worker who works with numeric data or a computer-based accounting system on a microcomputer.
- Introduction to Windows (CALC-163, 1 cr.)
- Intermediate Windows (CALC-164, 1 cr.)
- Introduction to Excel (CALC-142, 1 cr.)
- Intermediate Excel (CALC-143, 1 cr.)
- Advanced Excel (CALC-145, 1 cr.)
- Introduction to QuickBooks (CALC-157, 1 cr.)
- Intermediate QuickBooks (CALC-158, 1 cr.)
- Advanced QuickBooks (CALC-195, 1 cr.)
- Introduction to Access (CALC-132, 1 cr.)
- Intermediate Access (CALC-133, 1 cr.)
- Advanced Access (CALC-134, 1 cr.)
- One CALC course for one credit hour or greater
CALC - Software Applications
The Certificate of Completion in Software Applications provides training in Microsoft Windows and Office software and contains the minimum recommended skill training for any office workers from executives to support staff.
- Introduction to Windows (CALC-163, 1 cr.)
- Intermediate Windows (CALC-164, 1 cr.)
- Introduction Microsoft Office Pro (CALC-190, 4 cr.)
- Intermediate Microsoft Office Pro (CALC-191, 4 cr.)
- Two CALC courses for one credit hour or greater
CALC - Systems Operations
The Certificate of Completion in Systems Operation contains the minimum recommended skills training for all entry-level computer support personnel.
- PC Hardware Support Technician (CALC-155, 1.5 cr.)
- Introduction to Windows Pro (CALC-163, 1 cr.)
- Intermediate Windows Pro (CALC-164, 1 cr.)
- Introduction to Windows Server (CALC-165, 1.5 cr.)
- Intermediate Windows Server (CALC-166, 1.5 cr.)
- A+ Certification Training (CALC-171, 3.5 cr.)
- Two CALC Internet-related courses for one credit hour or greater
Online Grant Development Certificate Program
The Certificate Program has been designed to match future required national competencies of the GPCI (Grant Professionals Certification Institute) of the American Association of Grant Professionals. (www.grantprofessionals.org).
The Online Certificate in Grant Development and Management consists of the following required courses:
- BUSM-280 Grant Development I: Introduction to Grant Development
- BUSM-281 Grant Development II: Project & Proposal Planning & Evaluation
- BUSM-282 Grant Development III: Project & Proposal Development & Budgeting
- BUSM-283 Grant Development IV: Grant Management & Consulting
- BUSM-284 Grant Development V: Practicum (must be taken with BUSM-285)
- BUSM-285 Grant Development VI: Seminar (must be taken with BUSM-284)
For detailed course descriptions, click on “Career Training Course Descriptions” in the menu on the left.
Each course is worth 3 credits, except for Grant Development V (2 credits) & Grant Development VI (1 credit).
Sequence
Grant Development I is the first in the series of six online courses developed and offered completely online.
- Grant Development I must be taken as the first course in the series.
- Grant Development II, III, or IV can be taken in any order of preference.
- Grant Development V and VI can only be taken after completion of I, II, III, and IV.
These two final courses must be taken during the same quarter at the same time.
Online Grant Development Questions and Answers
Q. How will I know what courses are being offered in the future?
A. All courses in the certificate program will be offered and repeated on an on-going sequential basis. Visit www.wscc.edu and click on the web advisor link to search quarterly course listings. Grant Development and Management Courses may be listed in the Business Management section, the Online section, or the Business and Industry section. You may also enroll in future courses using the same method used to enroll in Grant Development I.
Students who successfully complete all online courses in this series will receive a Certificate of Completion and specialization in Grant Development and Management from Washington State Community College.
Q. Why enroll?
A. Grant writing is an emerging and necessary skill in a variety of professional settings. With federal, state, and local budget cuts hitting from seemingly all directions, more and more organizations (both profit and nonprofit) are being forced to look at alternative methods of funding established as well as new programs and services. This course will prepare participants to seek grant funding as an alternative funding source to supplement organizational budgets and needs.
Q. Who should attend?
A. This course is targeted for employees of non-profit, educational, or government agencies of all types. Individuals who are interested in learning to write grant proposals, starting a grant writing consulting business, or securing a future job in a non-profit, educational, or government agency will also benefit from this course. College students or graduates with a degree in education, social-service, art, technology, or business will get an edge in the job market by learning a specialized skill to complement their degree.
Q. What is the refund policy for this program?
A. Fees will be refunded for participants who withdraw no fewer than three days prior to the start date of the course.
The college’s standard refund policy does not apply.
Q. How do I enroll?
A. To Enroll: Call the Center for Business and Technology at (740) 568-1918, Press 2 Or register online at www.workforce.wscc.edu
For additional information on the new Online Grant Development Program, contact:
Brent Smith at bsmith@wscc.edu or
Microsoft Certified Systems Administration (MCSA)
The MCSA is one of the hottest computer technician certifications on the market. You have two ways to earn this international recognized certification: Option One: Take the A+ and Network+ Certification Trainings, and the trainings for Microsoft Exams 70-270, 70-290, 70-291 listed below and pass all exams. Cost $5,532 (this cost represents a 25% discount if registering for the entire program and includes registration and technology fees, all course materials and one free test per course.) Option Two: Take the Security + Certification Training and the trainings for Microsoft exams 70-270, 70-290, 70-291, and pass all exams. Cost: $4,785 (this cost represents a 25% discount if registering for the entire program and includes registration and technolgy fees, all course materials and one free test per course.) For those who are already A+, Network+, and/or Security+ certified, a 25% discount will still be applied to the cost if signing up for the balance of the program. Courses may also be taken individually on a space available basis at the prices listed below.
Complete all training courses in option one or two and receive a Certification of Completion in System Administration. Any participant passing any one of the Microsoft exams also earns the Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) designation. Courses run evenings and Saturdays.
Option One:
- A+ Certification Training
- Network+ Certification Training
- Take courses 1, 2, and 3 under Option Two.
Option Two:
- Installing, Configuring, and Administering Windows XP Pro (exam 70-270)
- Managing, Maintaining, Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment (exam 70-290)
- Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining Microsoft Server 2003 Network Infrastructure (70-291)
- Security+ Certification Training
For more information, call (740) 568-1918, Ext. 3702.
EKG/Cardiovascular Technician
Certificate of Completion includes taking four courses to complete.
- HLTH 181 - Medical Terminology I - 2006/FA
- HLTH 182 - Medical Terminology II - 2006/FA
- HLTH 232 - Medical Billing - 2006/FA
- HLTH 240 - EKG/Cardiovascular Technician - 2006/WI
You may register online now for EKG/Cardiovascular Technician Certification.
EKG/Cardiovascular Technician Questions and Answers
Q. What are the topics to be covered in EKG/Cardiovascular Technician?
A. This comprehensive EKG Technician Program prepares students to function as EKG/Cardiovascular Technicians or Technologists. It also appropriate for other health care practitioners who want add this skill to their portfolios. This course will include important practice and background information on anatomy of the heart and physiology, medical disease processes, medical terminology, medical ethics, legal aspects of patient contact, electrocardiography, arithymia monitoring, and stress testing.
Additionally, students will practice with equipment and perform hands-on labs including introduction to the function and proper use of the EKG machines, the Holter monitor, the normal anatomy of the chest wall for proper lead placement, echocardiography, 12-lead placement and other clinical practices.
Q. What do EKG/Cardiovascular Technicians do?
A. EKG Technicians are responsible for performing electrocardiogram tests in order to monitor and record electrical impulses transmitted by the heart. These tests include basic EKGs, Holter Monitoring (portable EKG which records activity for 24-48 hours), 12-lead placement, and Stress Tests (treadmill). They assist a physician in diagnosing and treating cardiac and blood vessel irregularities.
Q. What are the educational requirements for EKG/Cardiovascular Technician?
A. People who are interested in becoming an EKG Technician should possess a High School diploma or GED equivalent.
Q. What are the employment and salary opporunities for EKG/Cardiovascular Technicians?
A. EKG Technicians work in physician offices, hospitals, clinics, and other health care facilities and organizations. EKG Technicians also work for insurance companies to establish criteria for health and life insurance policies. Similar to other growing healthcare professions, the demand for EKG Technicians is expected to continue to grow substantially.
* Bureau of Labor Statistics
| Trends |
Ohio |
West Virginia |
| Employment (2002) |
1,670 |
400 |
| Employment (2012 predicted) |
2,180 |
560 |
| Median Wage (2004) |
$19.55/hour |
$17.55/hour |
| Average annual job openings |
80 |
20 |
Median Salary * : $35,000 - $40,000
Q. Is there a certification exam that is required?
A. For National Certification eligibility requirements please visit www.aspt.org or contact (828) 294-0078.
Q. What are the exam requirements (cost, requirements)?
A. Contact the office for testing in the area at (828) 294-0078
An application/membership fee for this waiver is $90.00. ASPT requires a completed practical exam on all applicants for certification. Waivers apply only to the CPT written exam. Submit your application and fees and you may come to an exam location and be tested on the practical.
Or, visit the website at www.aspt.org.
Q. How do I register?
A. To register: Go to www.workforce.wscc.edu/register/ or call (740) 568-1918, Ex. 3702.
Pharmacy Technician
Certificate of Completion includes taking four courses to complete.
- HLTH 181 - Medical Terminology I - 2006/FA
- HLTH 182 - Medical Terminology II - 2006/FA
- HLTH 183 - Pharmacology Terminology - 2007/WI
- HLTH 184 - Pharmacy Technician - 2006/SP
You may register online now for Pharmacy Technician Certification.
Pharmacy Technician Questions and Answers
Q. What are the topics to be covered in Pharmacy Technician?
A. This comprehensive 50-hour course will prepare students to enter the pharmacy field and to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board’s Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination.
Course content includes medical terminology specific to the pharmacy, reading and interpreting prescriptions, and defining drugs by generic and brand names. Students will learn dosage calculations, I.V. flow rates, drug compounding, dose conversions, dispensing of prescriptions, inventory control and billing and reimbursement.
Q. What do Pharmacy Technicians do?
A. Pharmacy Technicians work in pharmacies under the direction of a pharmacist. Their main responsibility is filling prescriptions according to doctors’ orders. Pharmacy Technicians prepare medications for dispensing to patients. This generally includes retrieving drugs in the correct dosage form and strength, measuring the appropriate amount of drug, and producing a prescription label. Pharmacy Technicians work with drugs to be administered orally, topically, for the eye, nose, etc. Depending upon the practice setting, a Pharmacy Technician is also involved in the admixture of drugs for intravenous use. Other duties include:
- Checking inventories & ordering supplies;
- Pricing and filing prescriptions;
- Assisting customers & maintaining patient profiles;
- Keeping pharmacy work areas clean;
- Completing insurance forms
Q. What are the educational requirements for Pharmacy Technician?
A. Students should have taken math and science in high school. A high school diploma or GED is required to sit for the PTCB exam.
Q. What are the employment and salary opporunities for Pharmacy Technicians?
A. Pharmacy Technicians may work in retail pharmacies, mail order pharmacies, home infusion pharmacies, long-term care facilities, hospitals, clinics, and large industrial complexes – working under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.
* Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Office of Occupational Statistics and Employment Projections
| Trends |
Ohio |
West Virginia |
| Employment (2002) |
9,810 |
1,730 |
| Employment (2012 predicted) |
12,130 |
2,110 |
| Median Wage (2004) |
$10.51/hour |
$9.45/hour |
| Average annual job openings |
360 |
60 |
Median Salary * : $21,900
Q. Is there a certification exam that is required?
A. For National Certification eligibility requirements please visit www.aspt.org or contact (828) 294-0078.
Q. What are the exam requirements (cost, requirements)?
A. Exam costs $120 with an application. Exam requirements include a high school diploma or a GED and you must not have been convicted of a felony. The exams can be taken nation wide, including at least 2 locations in each state, and are offered 3 times per year (March, July and November). Hospitals typically prefer this National Certification.
Although not a calculated figure (or tracked), we estimate that over 80% of the individuals who successfully complete our course pass the PTCB certification exam. For additional information on the PTCB exam, please refer to your student packet or visit the Pharmacy Technician Board at www.ptcb.org.
Q. How do I register?
A. To register: Go to www.workforce.wscc.edu/register/ or call (740) 568-1918, Ex. 3702.
Real Estate Certificate Program
Take all four courses and prepare for the Ohio Real Estate Sales Agent examination.
Program runs on Monday and Thursday evenings beginning each September, and lasts until March.
- Real Estate Principles and Practices
- 5 weeks, 4 credit hours
- Monday & Thursday, 6:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
- Register here for this class.
- Real Estate Finance
- 5 weeks, 3 credit hours
- Monday & Thursday, 6:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
- Register here for this class.
- Real Estate Law
- 7 weeks, 4 credit hours
- Monday & Thursday, 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
- Register here for this class.
- Real Estate Appraising
- 7 weeks, 3 credit hours
- Monday & Thursday, 6:00 - 9:30 p.m.
- Register here for this class.
Real Estate Questions and Answers
Q. Do I have to be sponsored by a broker?
A. Yes. See www.experiorline.com
Q. Do I have to entroll in an Associate Program to take the Real Estate courses?
A. No, you only need to take the four classes for the certificate.
Q. Can I get financial aid?
A. The Certificate Program qualifies for financial aid. Please see Emily Schuck, Director of Financial Aid, for more details. Call 740-374-8716 ext. 1408.
Q. How much does the program cost?
A. The cost is $75 per credit hour for Ohio residents, and $150 per credit hour for out of state residents. Plus a one-time per quarter $15 registration and $2 technology fee per credit hour.
Q. How long is my real estate education good for prior to taking the test?
A. Ten years.
Q. What are the Real Estate Sales Associate Licence Requirements?
A. Please see www.experioronline.com for more detailed information.
Q. Where do I take the exam?
A. Contact the Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Real Estate & Professional Licensing, 77 S. High Street, Columbus, OH 43266-0547, Phone (614) 466-4100,www.com.state.oh.us and ask for information on Q&A on Ohio Real Estate Education.
Q. Where can I get additional information?
A. Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Real Estate & Professional Licensing, 77 S. High Street, Columbus, OH 43266-0547, Phone (614) 466-4100, www.com.state.oh.us and ask for information on Q&A on Ohio Real Estate Education.
- Ohio Association of Realtors (614) 228-6675
- Hondros College of Real Estate, 4140 Executive Parkway, Westerville, OH 43081, (800) 783-0095
- Marietta Board of Realtors, 324 Fourth Street, Suite #200, Marietta, OH 45750, Phone (740) 373-8194, www.MariettaRealtors.com
- State of West Virginia Real Estate Commission, 1033 Quarrier St, Ste 400, Charleston, WV 25301, (304) 558-3555, www.state.wv.us/wvrec
Information on Real Estate Appraising:
There are separate licensing requirements for becoming a Certified Real Estate Appraiser. A person does not have to be a licensed Real Estate Sales Agent to begin studying to become a Real Estate Appraiser.
The education requirements for becoming a Certified Real Estate Appraiser include 90 hours of instruction. New rules proposed for increasing the amount of education from 90 hours to 150 hours will be effective in 2008. The Real Estate Appraising course offered through the Center for Business and Technology at Washington State Community College (REAL-241) qualifies for 30 hours of pre-certifying instruction for real estate appraising education.
Ohio is not a mandatory state for state licensure for real estate appraisers. Appraisers must meet minimum qualifications established by the National Appraisal Standards Board of the Appraisal Foundation. Appraisers who choose to become licensed, certified, or registered with the Ohio Division of Real Estate will do so in one of the following categories:
- State Certified General Real Estate Appraiser
- State Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser
- State Licensed Residential Real Estate Appraiser
- State Registered Real Estate Appraiser Assistant
For additional information on the field of real estate appraising, please contact the following organizations:
State: Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Real Estate. Website: www.com.state.oh.us (click on Real Estate, click on Appraisers). Email: repld@com.state.oh.us. Telephone: (216) 787-3621 (Ask for Adam Tonti).
Federal: The National Appraisal Foundation. Website: www.appraisalfoundation.org. Information on the Real Property Appraiser Qualification Criteria is available on this website. Telephone: (202) 347-7722. (Two brochures are available from this website: "How to Enter the Appraisal Profession" and "How to Enter the Real Property Appraisal Profession.")
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