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Healthcare Essentials


In this introductory healthcare course, you will study the following modules: strategies for success; medical terminology; interpersonal dynamics; computer literacy; socio-economics; safety and health maintenance; body structure and function; growth and development; ethical and legal responsibilities; and employment literacy..

  • This class is a prerequisite for Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aide, Vocational Nursing, Medical Assistant/Clinical, and Pharmacy Technician.

Health Occupations Center offers Healthcare Essentials classes in the Fall, Spring and Summer sessions. You may choose daytime or evening classes. Please see the Class Schedule for dates and times of the next classes or call 619-596-3690 for more information.


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