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2021 - 2022 Eastern Iowa Community College Catalog 
    
2021 - 2022 Eastern Iowa Community College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Health Sciences


Provide highly skilled care and compassion to improve people’s lives with a rewarding career in the Health Sciences pathway. Receive hands-on training in disciplines such as nursing, radiology, sonography, surgical technology, dental assisting, veterinary technology and allied health. Meet the growing need for healthcare professionals while forging a path that will lead to long-term career success.

Cancer Information Management and Health Information Management

Cancer Information Management

The Cancer Information Management (CIM) program provides instruction to work in the field of Cancer Information Management within cancer centers, hospitals, government agencies, and pharmaceutical companies. CIM workers manage, analyze, and maintain clinical cancer information databases that are used in research, quality management, facility planning, program development, and compliance.

Cancer Information Management, AAS  

Cancer Information Management, Diploma  

Cancer Information Management, Certificate  

Health Information Management

Graduates of the Health Information Management will be eligible for entry level positions in a physician’s office, hospital setting, health insurance organization or coding company. The program is offered in an online setting, except for the Professional Practice Experiences, which require a student to be available on site at a healthcare organization working with Health Information Management professionals.

Health Information Management, AAS  

Dental

Dental Assisting

A Dental Assistant performs a wide range of tasks requiring both interpersonal and technical skills.  These individuals help the dentist at chairside and can perform functions such as polishing teeth, taking and developing dental radiographs, mixing materials, and sterilizing instruments.  Some assistants also manage the office and patient accounts, schedule appointments, and purchase supplies.

Dental Assisting, Diploma  

Expanded Functions, Certificate  

Community Dental Health Coordinator, Certificate  

Dental Hygiene

Through a unique partnership with Carl Sandburg College, located in Galesburg, Illinois, students can complete some of their courses at Clinton, Muscatine or Scott Community College and transfer them to Carl Sandburg College. Students attend Dental Hygiene (DHG) courses in Galesburg and pay the Carl Sandburg College’s in-district tuition rate for these courses.

Dental Hygiene, AAS  

Emergency Medical Services

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) programs prepare students for successful completion of the Iowa/National Emergency Medical Technician Basic and Paramedic certifying exams. The EMS program provides graduates with the tools to adapt to public expectations and to take leadership roles in the evolution of prehospital patient care.

Emergency Medical Services, AAS  

Emergency Medical Technician, Certificate  

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, Certificate  

Health Sciences

Through a Joint 2 + 2 Transfer Program agreement between EICC and Palmer College of Chiropractic, students complete the coursework necessary to meet the admission requirements established by the Palmer College of Chiropractic while earning an Associate of Arts degree.

Pre-Chiropractic Pathway  

The Pre-Health Professional Pathway is for students seeking transfer into medical fields. Since, pre-health professional requirements vary depending on the transfer institution, it is important to plan your course selection carefully with both your community college advisor and your intended transfer institution. Students in this Pathway will complete an Associate of Arts or an Associate of Science degree according to the requirements of their intended transfer institution.

Pre-Health Professional Pathway  

Exercise Science and Kinesiology

Do you enjoy physical exercise or sports and like helping others optimize their physical health? The transfer major in Exercise Science and Kinesiology has been designed to provide the knowledge and skills to work in a number of health-related careers. This program is for students interested in transferring to a four-year institution with a major related to Exercise Science or Kinesiology. 

Exercise Science & Kinesiology Transfer Major, AA  

Veterinary Technician

The Veterinary Technician program prepares students to enter the job market as assistants to veterinarians. New technologies in anesthesia, laboratory equipment, diagnostic testing, and medical treatment have vastly improved animal care.

Veterinary Technician, AAS  

Medical Assistant

Medical assistants provide medical office administrative services and perform clinical duties under the supervision of physicians including patient intake and care, routine diagnostic and recording procedures, pre-examination and examination assistance, and the administration of medications and first aid.

Medical Assistant, Diploma  

Nursing

Nurses provide care for ill, injured, or convalescing patients or persons with disabilities in a variety of healthcare settings. Practical nurses work under the supervision of physicians and registered nurses. Practical Nursing graduates are prepared to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) for Licensed Practical Nurses. Registered nurses work to promote health, prevent disease and help patients cope with illness. Associate Degree Nursing graduates are prepared to take the NCLEX for Registered Nurses.

Associate Degree Nursing, AAS   

Practical Nursing, Diploma  

Radiologic Technology

The Radiologic Technology program prepares students to maintain and use the equipment and supplies necessary to demonstrate portions of the human body utilizing x-ray images for diagnostic purposes. X-ray technologists use radiation to make images of the body to aid radiologists in diagnosing a patient’s illness or injury.

Radiologic Technology, AAS  

Respiratory Care

Respiratory Care Practitioners care for patients with respiratory and cardiovascular conditions. Under the supervision of a physician, they are involved with the assessment, treatment, diagnostic testing, rehabilitation, and prevention of conditions that affect the respiratory and cardiovascular systems. The Respiratory Care program is available to our students through a cooperative partnership between (EICC) and Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC).

Respiratory Care, AAS  

Sonography

The Sonography program prepares individuals who under the supervision of physicians, utilize medical ultrasound techniques to gather sonographic data used to diagnose a variety of conditions and diseases. The program includes instruction in obtaining, reviewing, and integrating patient histories and data; patient instruction and care; anatomic, physiologic, and pathologic data recording; sonographic data processing; sonography equipment operation; and professional standards and ethics.

Diagnostic Medical Sonography, AAS  

Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography, AAS  

Surgical Technology

A Surgical Technologist handles instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. Surgical Technology graduates have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of procedures performed and can anticipate the needs of the surgeon in order to achieve a positive patient outcome. Graduates learn to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and be constantly vigilant for maintenance of the sterile field.

Surgical Technology - Fall Start, AAS  

Surgical Technology - Spring Start, AAS