Healthcare
Orientation to Healthcare Occupations
If you'd like to start a new career in the healthcare field but are unsure how to get started, join us for a free orientation.
Sessions will answer questions about various healthcare occupations and OTC training for the following programs:
- Certified Nurse Assistant
- Personal Care Assistant
- Pharmacy Technician
- Phlebotomy Technician
- Certified Personal Trainer
New programs offered in partnership with Boston Reed College will also be included:
- Clinical Medical Assistant
- EKG Technician
- Electronic Health Records
- Veterinarian Assistant
Staff will be available to discuss seated vs. hybrid (online) options, clinical requirements and career opportunities in southwest Missouri.
| When | Time | Location |
| May 15 | 5:30 - 7:30 pm |
Center for Workforce Development, 614 N. Washington Ave., Springfield |
Nursing Home Administrator Spring Conference
Come and join us for a mini break, have some fun and receive up to 10 Continuing Education Units for your Nursing Home Administrator License. This two day conference offers 6 Patient Care and 4 Administrative CEUs. Springfield Cardinals package is included. You don’t want to miss this! Early Cardinal bird gets the worm so register by March 30 and get a 2 CEU session FREE. Lunch included both days. All sessions held on the OTC Springfield Campus.
| Session | Date | Time | CEUs* |
| WDH 868 Time Management for NHA | April 19 | 12:30-2:30pm | 2 Aministrative Hours |
| WDH 869 Blood | April 19 | 1:30-3:30pm | 2 Patient Care Hours |
| WDH 870 Fire Safety for NHA | April 20 | 8:30-10:00am | 2 Aministrative Hours |
| WDH 880 Slips, Trips & Falls | April 20 | 10:30-12:30pm | 2 Patient Care Hours |
| WDH 885 Wound Care | April 20 | 1:30-3:30p | 2 Patient Care Hours |
*Courses qualify for continuing education credits from the Missouri Board of Nursing Home Administrators.
Costs:
Early Bird Registration: $349 - register before March 30, 2012
Standard Registration: $429 – register after March 30, 2012
Call 417-447-8888 to register or email cec@otc.edu for information.
Healthcare Training
According to the Occupational Outlook Handbook, a government document, "many of the occupations projected to grow the fastest in the economy are concentrated in the healthcare industry." The Center for Workforce Development, as well as the Community Enrichment Center, offers healthcare courses that permit students to maintain their license, obtain certification, or brush up on skills.