Healthcare

CNA Programs

Course Information Cr Hrs
Certified Nurse AssistantThis class meets the classroom and clinical requirements for Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services to be a CNA. Nonrefundable fee for criminal background check and drug screening for the comprehensive class. Book required, $55.

These classes are appropriate for those new to the healthcare field.

 Course  Dates  Times  Location  Cost
 WDH 450  Jun 7-Jul 27; THF  7:45-2:15pm  LCN 144  $1399
 Clinicals  Jun 19-Jul 24; TW  6:45-5:15pm  TBD  
 WDH 450  Jun 18-Aug 9  Hybrid    $1499
 Clinicals  Jul 3-Aug 7; TW  6:45-5:15pm  TBD  
 WDH 450  Aug 23-Oct 5; THF  7:45-2:15pm  LCN 144  $1399
 Clinicals  Sep 4-Oct 3; TW  6:45-5:15pm  TBD  
 WDH 450  Oct 18-Dec 12  Hybrid    $1499
 Clinicals  Nov 6-Dec 5; TW  6:45-5:15pm  TBD  
 WDH 450  Oct 25-Dec 12; THF  7:45-2:15pm  LCN 144  $1399
 Clinicals  Nov 6-Dec 5; TW  6:45-5:15pm  TBD  

Hybrid classes take place online and in the classroom approximately every 2 weeks.

Upon completion of the class, student is eligible to take the final exam to become a Certified Nurse Assistant in the state of Missouri. The exam is $125.

Requirements: 18 years of age; employable in a long-term care facility; stethoscope and watch (with a second hand); proof of rubella immunity/immunization, negative TB skin test performed with the previous six months, and a personal physician's statement that student is free from any contagious chronic illness. Completed Healthcare form and registration on the Family Care Safety Registry required before clinicals.

These classes are appropriate for those currently employed in a long-term care facility.

 Course  Dates  Times  Location  Cost
 WDH 453  Jun 7-Jul 27; THF  7:45-2:15pm  LCN 144  $439
 WDH 453  Jun 18-Aug 9  Hybrid    $499
 WDH 453  Aug 23-Oct 5; THF  7:45-2:15pm  LCN 144  $439
 WDH 453  Oct 18-Dec 6  Hybrid    $499
 WDH 453  Oct 25-Dec 12; THF  7:45-2:15pm  LCN 144  $439

Hybrid classes take place online and in the classroom approximately every 2 weeks.

Certified Nurse Assistant - Accelerated Program

This class meets the classroom and clinical requirements for Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services to be a CNA. This course is appropriate for those currently employed in a long-term care facility. Book required, $55.

 Course  Dates & Times
 WDH 453  Call or email for more information, 417-447-8888 or mannf@otc.edu

Upon completion of the class, student is eligible to take the final exam to become a Certified Nurse Assistant in the state of Missouri. The exam is $125.

Requirements: 18 years of age; employable in a long-term care facility; stethoscope and watch (with a second hand); proof of rubella immunity/immunization, negative TB skin test performed with the previous six months, and a personal physician's statement that student is free from any contagious chronic illness.

Certified Medication Technician Program

Course Information Cr Hrs
Certified Medication Technician

This class prepares CNAs to become CMTs to work in long term care facilities.  Meets the requirements of the MO DHSS.  Final State Exam required ($125).  Nonrefundable fee for random drug screen. 

Prerequisites: Successful completion of WDH 101 and WDH 569. Must have been employed as a CNA for 6 months, current CNA license, present a high school diploma or GED, a letter of recommendation from current or previous Director of Nursing, and pass the TABE test. Unemployed students have to have a criminal background. Hybrid classes are partially online, partially seated and open to all approved students who meet the requirements.

 Course  Dates  Location  Cost
 WDH 456  Oct 23-Dec 5  Hybrid  $599

For additional information email mannf@otc.edu.

Healthcare Math Revew

Class is mandatory for CMT and Pharmacy Tech students. This class prepares students for the math portion of the entrance exams. Book included. Chapters 1 and 2 are to be completed before the first class.

 Course  Dates  Times  Location  Cost
 WDH 101 Pharm Tech  May 29-30; TW  5:30-8:30pm  GRF 123  $39
 WDH 101 Pharm Tech  Aug 20-21; MT  5:30-8:30pm  GRF 121  $39
 WDH 101 CMT  Oct 5; F  9-12pm  GRF 121  $39

TABE Test

Applicants for the CMT must take and pass the TABE test and Pharmacy Technician class must take and pass the Healthcare Math test.  Some documents are required at registration for CMT

 Course  Dates  Times  Location  Cost
 WDH 569 - CMT  Jun 1; F  9-10am  GRF 121  $39

Coding Certification Prep

Course Information Cr Hrs
Coding Certification Prep

This preparatory class will sharpen coding skills and identify weakness in coding skills. By course end, students will be better prepared to sit for a National Coding Certification exam.

Required book: Clinical Coding Workout by Ahima, ISBN 1584262419. Order online or through local bookstores.

 Course  Dates  Times  Location  Cost
 CEB 359  Jan 25-Mar 22; T; no class 3/15  6-9pm  TBD  $199