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Health Sciences, Career Studies Certificate

Career Studies Certificate
Eastern Shore Community College

This program is included in: G3, FastForward

The Health Sciences Career Studies Certificate has four purposes: 1. Provide CPR certification and eligibility to sit for the nurse aide credentialing exam 2. Prepare students for the nursing program offered in partnership with Tidewater Community College 3. Prepare students to test for nurse aide certification 4. Prepare students for success in other healthcare educational programs, such as occupational therapy assistant and pharmacy technician offered by TCC and other colleges. The CSC will al

Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will be able to Earn certification for CPR Demonstrate knowledge of various healthcare careers they are eligible to pursue Communicate effectively through written, verbal, and electronic methods Provide care for individuals with various physical and psychosocial health conditions in clinical settings.


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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree The Health Sciences Career Studies Certificate has four purposes: 1. Provide CPR certification and eligibility to sit for the nurse aide credentialing exam 2. Prepare students for the nursing program offered in partnership with Tidewater Community College 3. Prepare students to test for nurse aide certification 4. Prepare students for success in other healthcare educational programs, such as occupational therapy assistant and pharmacy technician offered by TCC and other colleges. The CSC will al
Program Requirement Notes
Program Requirement Notes

Completion of the Health Sciences CSC will result in CPR certification and eligibility to test for nurse aide certification. This CSC may also lead to educational programs that result in careers such as emergency medical services, radiology, phlebotomy, and physical therapy.

Considerations When Selecting Courses

Completion of the Health Sciences CSC will result in CPR certification and eligibility to test for nurse aide certification. This CSC may also lead to educational programs that result in careers such as emergency medical services, radiology, phlebotomy, and physical therapy.

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Eastern Shore Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights
Related Programs & Certifications
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On Completion You Are Ready For
Credential
Certificate in Practical Nursing
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On Completion You Are Ready For
Credential
Associate of Science Degree in Science
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Certifications You Can Now Complete
CPR + First Aid & Safety
Certifications You Can Now Complete
Phlebotomy
Certifications You Can Now Complete
EKG Tech
Certifications You Can Now Complete
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Program Credit Requirements
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The table below provides the requirements to complete this program. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You should consult an advisor or counselor to find courses you can take at your current institution that will transfer to this degree.

Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Health Sciences, Career Studies Certificate
29
Health Sciences, Career Studies Certificate
29
Health Sciences, CSC
29
SDV 101 Orientation to Healthcare
1
SDV 101 Orient to Healthcare
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BIO 141 Requirement
4
BIO 141 Human Anat & Physio
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MTH 154: Quantitative Reasoning (3 credit)
3
MTH 154
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ENG 111 Requirement
3
ENG 111
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BIO 142 Requirement
4
BIO 142 Human Anatomy & Physio
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HLT 105 Requirement
1
HLT 105 Requirement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HCT 101 Health Care Technician I (4 credits)
4
HCT 101
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HCT 190 Coordinated Internship (2 credits)
2
HCT 190 Coordinated Internship
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BIO 150 Requirement
4
BIO 150 Requirement
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PSY 235 or PSY 230
3
PSY 235 or PSY 230
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion Students must earn 25% of their credits at ESCC for an Associate degree from our institution. Students who transfer to ESCC with a completed Associate degree will be awarded SDV 100 and will have their transcript evaluated for other course transfer. Students who transfer to ESCC with a completed Bachelor degree from a U.S. college or university will be awarded SDV 100, ENG 111 and ENG 112. The transcript will be evaluated for other course transfer.

Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School ESCC does not distinguish between students earning an associate degree concurrently, while in high school, or after high school graduation.
Credit for Prior Learning https://es.vccs.edu/admissions-aid/credits/request-credit-for-prior-learning/
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Eastern Shore Community College
College Level Information
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College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? YES! (Your Eastern Shore) is ESCC's culture of hospitality. YES! encourages students, teachers and staff to start from a positive perspective, develop personal YES!! visions and statements, and take proud ownership of the college and the Shore community. We invite you to discover your YES! at Your Eastern Shore Community College.
Transfer Student Catalog Year Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
First Year Student Catalog Year The student's catalog year is determined by first semester of attendance.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions We offer five transfer degrees with Guaranteed Admission Agreements with all public and many private four-year institutions.; https://www.vccs.edu/transfer-programs/
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays VCCS degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to most efficiently transfer your current course work. So, you can use this list to find a degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

If you are interested in transferring to a four-year degree view this degree on the Transfer Virginia site to explore degrees aligned with this program at Virginia's 4-year institutions.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Danville Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Health Science - Practical Nursing SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
25-1071.00Health Specialties Teachers, PostsecondaryTeach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
29-2099.00Health Technologists and Technicians, All OtherAll health technologists and technicians not listed separately.Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
29-2099.01Neurodiagnostic TechnologistsConduct electroneurodiagnostic (END) tests such as electroencephalograms, evoked potentials, polysomnograms, or electronystagmograms. May perform nerve conduction studies.Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
29-2099.05Ophthalmic Medical TechnologistsAssist ophthalmologists by performing ophthalmic clinical functions and ophthalmic photography. Provide instruction and supervision to other ophthalmic personnel. Assist with minor surgical procedures, applying aseptic techniques and preparing instruments. May perform eye exams, administer eye medications, and instruct patients in care and use of corrective lenses.Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
29-2099.08Patient RepresentativesAssist patients in obtaining services, understanding policies and making health care decisions.Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 29 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Health Sciences, Career Studies Certificate at Eastern Shore Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 2 semesters or 1 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $163 Per Credit $4,727 $0 $4,727
Fees
Parking Fee $3 Per Credit $87 0 $87
Student Activity Fee $3 Per Credit $87 0 $87
Capital Fee $24 Per Credit $696 0 $696 Charged to out-of-state, business and military contract
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.
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