Course Catalog

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GENERAL INFORMATION

CONTACT INFORMATION

The college is located at 1130 S . Alpine Road, Rockford, Illinois 61108 . Our website is www .rockfordcareercollege .edu

Main Number 815-965-8616

Fax Number 815-965-0360

School Closing Hotline 815-967-7340

MISSION:

The mission of RCC is to educate our students with a relevant, well-rounded occupational education, provide employers with well-prepared graduates, and serve our community partners .

VISION STATEMENT

• RCC continuously studies and evaluates student outcomes and institutional goal achievements and uses these to improve our efforts for our students, staff, employers, and the community .

• RCC provides contemporary education in an independent flexible educational system by following the true-to-life requirements of the industries that employ our graduates

• We provide knowledgeable staff to guide students through the entire educational experience including application, financial planning, academic and career training, and preparation for gainful employment

• It is our belief that career training is best achieved through hands-on work with industry standard professional equipment, in real job situations . • Our curriculum and facilities are continually upgraded to keep up with

constantly progressing technology .

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ACCREDITATION

Rockford Career College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) . The Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) is a recognized accrediting agency by the U .S . Department of Education . ACCSC is located at 2101 Wilson Boulevard, suite 302, Arlington, Virginia 22201

The Veterinary Technician Program is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the Committee on Veterinary Technical Education and Activities (CVTEA) .

The Medical Assisting Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB) .

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs 1361 Park Street Clearwater, FL 33756 • 727-210-2350 • www .caahep .org

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APPROVALS

Degree Programs approved by Illinois Board of Higher Education .

Non Degree Programs and Certificate Programs are Approved by the Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools of the Illinois Board of Higher Education . (23 Administrative Code 1095 .40, subsection E) .

Approved for the Training of Veterans Department of Vocational and Rehabilitation Training

Department of Employment Security for the following • Rock River Training Corporation, Inc . (RRT) • Individual Training Account (ITA) Program • Dislocated Workers Service (DWS)

Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Trade Adjustment Act (TAA)

HISTORY

Rockford Career College was founded in 1862 to provide a good business education at a reasonable cost to the residents of Rockford, Illinois . In the years that followed, the school expanded its offerings and added more occupational programs . It is the 5th oldest college in the state of Illinois . Ownership of the school changed several times over the years . In 2003, the College was acquired by the American Higher Education Development Group

• 1988 Rockford Career College (Rockford Business College) received the Centennial Business Award from the Illinois State Historical Society for its continued quality .

• 1990 distinguished as one of Rockford Magazines Service “100 Businesses” • 2004 & 2006 Awarded the “Charles Box Award” by the Rockford Chamber of

Commerce for embracing diversity in the workplace

• 2008 Moved to its current location and changed the name to Rockford Career College to better reflect the programs offered at the College .

• 2013 became a branch of New Media Arts Training Center DBA Madison Media Institute

AFFILIATED CAMPUSES

Madison Media Institute – Main Campus – www .mediainstitute .edu Minneapolis Media Institute – Branch Campus - www .mediainstitute .edu

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FACILITIES

The college is located in the heart of the city of Rockford, Illinois . The current facility has 40,000 square feet of space, including classrooms, offices, library, resource center, laboratories and student lounge . The college offers ample student parking and is a major bus stop for RMTD .

CLASSROOM AND LAB SIZE:

General Purpose Classrooms 1-30 students

Computer Labs 12-24 students

Student Specialized Labs 1-20 Students

SCHOOL HOURS

Classes meet on varying schedules, the school is open Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a .m . to 10 p .m .; Fridays 8 a .m . to 5 p .m . and Saturday from 8 a .m . to 12 noon . Class schedules are subject to change with enrollment for each term .

WEATHER CLOSING

Rockford Career College will cancel day classes when conditions warrant . Evening classes will be decided later during the day . Check the RCC website (www .rockfordcareercollege .edu), call the hotline (815) 967-7340 or check the following radio and TV stations for school closing information:

TV STATIONS

RADIO STATIONS

WREX Channel 13 WROK

WTVO Channel 17 WZOK

WIFR Channel 23 Q98 .5

WQFR Channel 39 96 .6

WNTA

WNIJ

WNIU Dekalb

Other contingencies that may affect school Operations:

In the event of a natural or man-made disaster which may affect the iteration of the College (i .e . fire, flood, tornado, etc .) Rockford Career College reserves the right to suspend training for a period of time not to exceed 90 days .

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ADMISSIONS

Admission to Rockford Career College to a program leading to a Degree, Diploma or Certificate requires a prospective student to:

• Possess a high school diploma or an equivalent GED ( General Education Development Test)

• Sign a release authorizing Rockford Career College to obtain an official high school transcript or GED as proof of education

• Interview with an enrollment representative • Complete the Application for Admission • Tour the facilities

• Students in a degree program must take a placement exam . ( Students who have graduated from another college with an associate degree or higher are exempt from taking this exam providing the college receives proof of graduation prior to entrance to the College) Placement requirements vary for each program

• Students applying for any online program or course must demonstrate readiness for distance learning

In order to enroll in individual courses while not pursuing a program, a prospective student must:

• Complete the application

• Meet the standards for the individual course .

• Students will be enrolled as a Non-Degree Student (NDS)

Any prospective student wishing to enter Rockford Career College, for any program, who is registered on any Sexual Offender Registry, will be denied admission to the college .

Rockford Career College does not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, or disability in the administration of its educational policies, admissions practices, scholarship and loan programs .

ADMISSION PROCEDURES

Prior to applying for admission, an initial appointment is made with an enrollment representative . At this time the enrollment specialist discusses the program of study, career goals, school requirements, placement assistance and other pertinent data vital to the prospective student’s success .

APPLYING FOR ADMISSION:

• Schedule an appointment with the financing department • Schedule Classes

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DEGREES AND DIPLOMAS

A. Associate of Applied Science Degrees

The following programs are offered at Rockford Career College . All students who successfully complete the graduation requirements in a program as listed in this catalog are awarded an Associate of Applied Science (A .A .S) Occupational Degree .

• A .A .S . – Business Administration

• A .A .S . – Business Administration/Accounting • A .A .S . – Information Technology

• A .A .S . – Medical Assistant

• A .A .S . – Medical Coding and Billing • A .A .S . – Medical Office Assistant • A .A .S . – Paralegal

• A .A .S . – Pharmacy Technician • A .A .S . – Veterinary Technician

B. Diploma Programs

All graduates who successfully complete the graduation requirements in a program as listed in this catalog are awarded a Diploma .

• Diploma - Internet Design • Diploma - Massage Therapy • Diploma - Pharmacy Technician

C. Certificate Programs

All students who successfully complete the following receive a certificate of completion .

• Basic Nursing Assistant Training Program • Patient Care Technician

• Clinical Phlebotomist • CEI100 Comp TIA A+ • CEI110 Comp TIA Security+ • CEI120 Comp TIA Network+

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BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY

Business Administration

A s s o c i a t e o f A p p l i e d S c i e n c e

Business Administration/Accounting

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Business Administration

A s s o c i a t e o f A p p l i e d S c i e n c e D e g r e e

P r o g r a m D e s c r i p t i o n

The program prepares students with the necessary skills and academic knowledge for entry-level positions in various business enterprises . These career opportunities may be in areas such as human resource management, business administration and office management .

P r o g r a m O b j e c t i v e s

• Demonstrate the ability to plan, organize, lead and control within an organization .

• Demonstrate the ability to utilize industry standard accounting principles and accounting based skills .

• Demonstrate an understanding of computer applications and proficiency with the managerial applications of internet technology, including the application of management principles to business-to-consumer, and business-to-business .

• Demonstrate the ability to define and articulate organizational, marketing, ethical and legal bases impacting contemporary business practices . • Demonstrate the ability to problem solve and make decisions, and

communicate effectively both orally and in writing .

• Recognize the importance of business ethics and social responsibility to business operations .

The Business Administration Associate Degree Occupational program is offered as a program leading to Gainful Employment . As such, we want all potential students to be able to make a reasoned decision on enrolling in this program at Rockford Career College . To that extent we offer the following information:

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Potential Job Positions:

Entry Level position as an Administration Assistant, Clerk, Office Manager, Office Assistant, Office Clerk, Customer Service Representative, Office Coordinator .

U .S . Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational code: 43-9061 .00 - Office Clerks General

You may view the US Department of Labor’s Occupational Information for this at: www .onetonline .org/link/summary/43-9061 .00

Program Length:

This program requires 90 quarter credits . A full-time student can complete the program in 8 quarters (24 months) if they maintain full-time status, do not take any quarters off, successfully pass each course the first time, and do not need any pre-curriculum classes .

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Core Courses

Course # Course Name Prerequisite Credits

BUS101 Applied Business Math PCC092 4

BUS102 Introduction to Business None 4

BUS103 Small Business Management None 4

BUS105 Principles of Accounting I PCC092 4

BUS107 College & Career Success Skills None 4

BUS109 Business Law None 4

BUS203 Economic Theory & Analysis None 4

BUS204 Principles of Marketing None 4

BUS215 Supervision & Management Principles None 4

BUS220 Personal Finance PCC092 4

BUS225 Personnel & Human

Resource Management None 4

BUS270 Contract Law None 4

BUS290 Business Administration Externship * 4

CIT100 Word Processing I PCC093 3

CIT105 Electronic Communications PCC093 3

CIT145 Spreadsheet Applications I PCC093 3

CIT149 Presentation Graphics PCC093 3

Elective 3

Total Core Credits 67

*By Program Director Approval

General Education Courses

GEN101 Speech None 4

GEN104 College English PCC091 4

GEN107 Written Communications GEN104 4

GEN110 Contemporary Government in America None 4 GEN111 Humanities in Contemporary Society None 4

GEN113 Statistical Analysis PCC092 3

Total General Education Credits 23

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Business Administration/Accounting

P r o g r a m D e s c r i p t i o n

The program prepares students with the necessary skills and academic knowledge for entry-level positions in accounting or management . These career opportunities may be in such areas as accounts payable, accounts receivables, payroll accounting, tax preparation or various entry-level management positions .

P r o g r a m O b j e c t i v e s

• Demonstrate the ability to define, evaluate and apply accounting Information solutions to meeting organizational needs .

• Demonstrate advanced mastery of accounting industry standard analysis and recording of business transactions .

• Demonstrate the ability to define and articulate accounting solutions to assist in fulfilling management objectives .

The Business Administration/Accounting Associate Degree Occupational program is offered as a program leading to Gainful Employment . As such we want all potential students to be able to make a reasoned decision on enrolling in this program at Rockford Career College . To that extent we offer the following information:

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Potential Job Positions:

Entry Level position as an Accounting Clerk, Accounting Assistant, Accounts Payables Clerk, Bookkeeper, Accounts Receivable Clerk, Accounting Associate .

U .S . Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational code: 43-3031 .00- Bookkeeping, Accounting and Auditing Clerks .

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Core Courses

BUS103 Small Business Management None 4

BUS110 Principles of Accounting II BUS105 4

BUS115 Computerized Accounting BUS105 3

BUS204 Principles of Marketing None 4

BUS205 Income Tax Accounting BUS105 4

BUS210 Payroll Accounting BUS105 4

BUS215 Supervision & Management Principles None 4

BUS235 Managerial Accounting BUS110 4

BUS290 Business Administration Externship * 4

*By Program Director Approval

General Education Courses

GEN113 Statistical Analysis PCC092 3

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PARALEGAL

Paralegal

The Paralegal Program is approved by the American Bar Association

Paralegal Program Director

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PARALEGAL

P r o g r a m D e s c r i p t i o n

The program provides course work required for an Associate of Applied Science degree that leads to positions in legal environments . A paralegal, under the supervision of an attorney, applies knowledge of law and legal procedures in rendering direct assistance to attorneys, clients, and courts . They may conduct initial client interviews and follow up on investigation of factual information . Paralegals design, develop and modify procedures, techniques, services, and processes; prepare and interpret legal documents; and detail procedures for practicing in certain fields of law . Paralegals research, select, assess, compile, and use information from the law library and other references, and analyze and handle procedures and problems that involve independent decisions .

Unauthorized Practice of Law

Paralegals may not provide legal services directly to the public, except as permitted by law .

P r o g r a m O b j e c t i v e s

• Develop the student’s ability to be able to draft legal documents in areas of the law studied including torts and family law, probate procedures and contracts .

• Demonstrate the ability to define and articulate law practices in a variety of legal settings where legal assistants/paralegals work, including small and large private firms, corporations, and government agencies .

• Demonstrate the ability to define and articulate the affect of changes in the delivery of legal services .

• Demonstrate the ability to define and articulate alternatives to litigations including mediation, voluntary and mandatory arbitration; and the ability to articulate ethical decision-making in the legal environment .

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The Paralegal Associate Degree Occupational program is offered as a program leading to Gainful Employment . As such we want all potential students to be able to make a reasoned decision on enrolling in this program at Rockford Career College . To that extent we offer the following information:

Potential Job Positions:

Entry Level position as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary

U .S . Department of Labor’s standard Occupational code: 23-2011 .00- Paralegals and Legal Assistants

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Core Courses

BUS203 Economic Theory & Analysis None 4

BUS270 Contract Law None 4

PAR100 Legal Terminology None 4

PAR105 Court Procedures and Law None 4

PAR110 Civil Litigation/Procedures PAR105 4

PAR115 Criminal Law and Procedures PAR105 4

PAR120 Torts PAR105 4

PAR125 Legal Research and Writing PAR100 4

PAR200 Family Law PAR105 4

PAR205 Wills, Trusts and Probate PAR105 4

PAR210 Real Estate Law PAR105 4

PAR220 Law Office Management PAR125 4

PAR290 Legal Externship * 4

* Last Quarter and Approval of Program Director

General Education Courses

GEN102 Psychology None 4

GEN110 Contemporary Government in America None 4 GEN199 Spanish Conversation and Grammar PCC091 4

GEN202 Research and Report Writing GEN104 3

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Information Technology

A s s o c i a t e o f A p p l i e d S c i e n c e C o m p u t e r S y s t e m s E n g i n e e r i n g C o n c e n t r a t i o n I n t e r n e t T e c h n o l o g y & D e s i g n C o n c e n t r a t i o n N e t w o r k S e c u r i t y C o n c e n t r a t i o n C o m p u t e r S p e c i a l i s t C o n c e n t r a t i o n

Internet Design

D i p l o m a

Information Technology Program Director

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

With concentrations in Computer Systems Engineering, Network Security, Internet Technology & Design .

P r o g r a m D e s c r i p t i o n

The program prepares students with the necessary skills and academic knowledge for entry-level positions in computer fields and exposes students to computer programming, office productivity software, and general information technologies . The program prepares students for entry-level employment in Computer Systems Engineering, Network Security, Internet Technology & Design and Computer Specialist .

P r o g r a m O b j e c t i v e s

• Demonstrate the ability to recognize and utilize industry standard procedures and practices in the field of Information Technology

• Demonstrate professionalism and competency in the implementation and organization of information technologies impacting contemporary business practices in their particular area of concentration .

The Information Technology Associate Degree Occupational program is offered as a program leading to Gainful Employment . As such we want all potential students to be able to make a reasoned decision on enrolling in this program at Rockford Career College . To that extent we offer the following information:

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Potential Job Positions:

Entry Level position as an Information Technology Specialist, Support Specialist, Computer Technician, Computer Support Specialist, Help Desk Analyst, Technical Support Specialist, Network Support Specialist, Network Technician, Computer Specialist, Systems Administrator, Network Administrator, Webmaster, Web Designer or Web Developer

U .S . Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational code: 15-1151 .00 - Computer Support Specialists

You may view the US Department of Labor’s Occupational Information for this at: http://www .onetonline .org/link/summary/15-1151 .00

U .S . Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational code: 15-1071 .00 - Network and Computer System Administrators

U .S . Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational code: 15-1099 .04 - Web Developers

U .S . Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational code: 15-1121 .00 - Computer Systems Analysts

You may view the US Department of Labor’s Occupational Information for this at: http://www .onetonline .org/link/summary/15-1121 .00

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Concentration: Computer Systems Engineer

Core and Concentration Courses

CIT106 Introduction to Computers None 4

CIT115 Fundamentals of Operating Systems None 3

CIT120 Introduction to the Internet PCC093 3

CIT125 PC Management & Maintenance None 3

CIT130 Network Essentials CIT125 3

CIT140 Network Operating Systems CIT130 3

CIT150 Database Applications I PCC093 3

CIT151 Database Applications II CIT150 3

CIT225 Introduction to Visual Basics CIT150 3 CIT250 Network Server Administration CIT140 3 CIT255 Directory Services Infrastructure I CIT250 3 CIT256 Directory Services Infrastructure II CIT255 3

CIT257 Network Security Design CIT250 3

CIT258 Managing an Electronic

Communications Server CIT250 3

CIT280 Information Technology

Professional Procedures * 3

CIT290 Computer Externship ** 4

* Second to last quarter and Program Director approval ** Last Quarter and Program Director Approval

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Concentration: Network Security

Core and Concentration Courses

CIT140 Network Operating Systems PCC093 3

CIT210 Web Intrusion Detection & Prevention CIT130 3

CIT220 Network Defense Strategies CIT130 3

CIT225 Introduction to Visual Basic CIT150 3

CIT250 Network Server Administration CIT140 3

CIT257 Network Security Design CIT250 3

CIT260 Managing a Network Environment CIT250 3 CIT280 Information Technology

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Concentration: Internet Technology & Design

Core and Concentration Courses

CIT210 Web Intrusion Detection & Prevention CIT130 3 CIT225 Introduction to Visual Basics CIT150 3

CIT230 Web Page Design I CIT120 3

CIT232 Web Page Design II CIT230 3

CIT234 Web Page Design III CIT232 3

CIT236 Internet Programming CIT151 & CIT234 3 CIT239 E-Commerce Strategies & Practice CIT236 3 CIT280 Information Technology

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Concentration: Computer Specialist

Core and Concentration Courses

CIT135 Word Processing II CIT100 3

CIT146 Spreadsheet Applications II CIT145 3

CIT149 Presentation Graphics PCC093 3

CIT225 Introduction to Visual Basics CIT150 3

CIT280 Information Technology

Elective 3

General Education Courses

– for all concentrations

GEN105 Human Relations None 4

GEN106 Culture & Diversity None 4

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INTERNET DESIGN

D i p l o m a P r o g r a m

P r o g r a m D e s c r i p t i o n

The program prepares students in the area of internet design by providing training in design, and internet security . Additional skills training includes office productivity software, and general information technology .

P r o g r a m O b j e c t i v e s

This program provides students with the necessary computer knowledge and communication skills for entry-level positions in a business office environment . Upon completion of this program students should be able to:

• Demonstrate the appropriate use of the fundamentals of Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

• Create a well designed web site that addresses an organization’s business objectives

• Demonstrate appropriate use of the web graphic tools to make a web site more effective

• Add dynamic content and interactive elements to Web pages

The Internet Design Diploma Occupational program is offered as a program leading to Gainful Employment . As such we want all potential students to be able to make a reasoned decision on enrolling In this program at Rockford Career College . To that extent we offer the following information:

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Potential Job Positions:

Entry Level position as a Webmaster, Web Designer or Web Developer U .S . Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational code: 15-1099 .04- Web Developers

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Core Courses

CIT115 Fundamentals of Operating Systems None 3 CIT120 Introduction to the Internet PCC093 3 CIT125 PC Management & Maintenance None 3

CIT210 Web Intrusion Detection & Prevention CIT130 3

CIT234 Web Page Design III CIT232 3

CIT236 Internet Programming CIT151 & CIT234 3

CIT285 Systems Analysis and Design * 3

*Second to last Quarter and Program Director approval

General Education Courses

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MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

Medical Assistant

Medical Coding and Billing Specialist

Medical Office Assistant

Medical Assistant/Medical Office Assistant Program Director

Yolanda Donald, 815-967-7338

Medical Coding and Billing Specialist Program Director

Mary Baker, 815-967-7341

The Medical Assisting Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www .caahep .org) upon the recommendation of Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB) .

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs 1361 Park Street Clearwater, FL 33756 • 727-210-2350 • www .caahep .org

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MEDICAL ASSISTANT

P r o g r a m D e s c r i p t i o n

The Medical Assistant program prepares competent entry-level medical assistants in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains . The students learn to perform duties under the direct supervision of the physician or practitioner . Students will learn scheduling, billing, taking of vital signs, administration of medication, phlebotomy, assisting with minor surgical procedures, performing laboratory tests and electrocardiograms .

P r o g r a m O b j e c t i v e s

• Demonstrate the ability to perform the general duties of the medical office, including: effective written and verbal communications; telephone techniques; identify and respond to issues of confidentiality, legality and ethics; perform patient instruction; and perform and utilize office equipment and methods of quality control

• Demonstrate the ability to perform the administrative duties of a medical office including: appointment management, medical billing and coding, customer service bookkeeping and payroll

• Demonstrate the ability to perform clinical duties of a medical office including: taking patient histories and vital signs; assisting the physician with patient exams and minor surgical procedures; assisting the physician with specialty exam, and performing phlebotomy, laboratory tests and electrocardiograms

The Medical Assisting Associate Degree Occupational program is offered as a program leading to Gainful Employment . As such we want all potential students to be able to make a reasoned decision on enrolling in this program at Rockford Career College . To that extent we offer the following information:

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Potential Job Positions:

Entry Level position as a Medical Assistant or Medical Office Assistant

U .S . Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational code: 31-9092 .00- Medical Assistants

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Quarterly Progression

Quarter 1 Credits Lecture Lab Externship

BUS107 College & Career Success Skills 4 40

GEN104 College English 4 40

MED100 Medical Terminology I 4 40

Quarter 2 12 120

GEN107 Written Communications 4 40 MED110 Anatomy & Physiology I 4 40 MED105 Medical Terminology II 4 40

CIT100 Word Processing I 3 20 20

Quarter3 15 140 20

GEN106 Culture & Diversity 4 40 MED115 Anatomy & Physiology II 4 40

MED140 Dosage Calculations 4 40

CIT105 Electronic Communications 3 20 20

Quarter 4 15 140 20

GEN102 Psychology 4 40

MED120 Medical Law & Ethics 4 40 MED130 Diseases and Disorders 4 40

MED205 Medical Office Procedures 4 30 20

Quarter 5 16 150 20

MED210 Basic Clinical Procedures 4 30 20

MED200 Pharmacology 4 40

MED225 Coding & Insurance Procedures 4 40

Quarter 6 12 110 20

GEN101 Speech 4 40

MED230 Laboratory Procedures 4 30 20

MED240 Advanced Clinical Procedures 4 30 20 MED250 Medical Computer Applications 3 20 20

Quarter 7 15 120 60

HH405 Medical Assistant Externship 6 180

9 20 20

Totals 91 780 140 180

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MEDICAL CODING & BILLING SPECIALIST

P r o g r a m D e s c r i p t i o n

This comprehensive program prepares individuals to take an active role in the coding and reimbursement process for services performed by the physician and non-physician practitioners . Students receive training in medical billing processes, patient account management, diagnosis and procedure coding, and medical insurance claim completion and processing . This program focuses on coding and insurance procedures for the medical office and the hospital .

P r o g r a m O b j e c t i v e s

• Apply knowledge and skills learned in the program to insurance and billing practices .

• Explain insurance benefits to patients and clients .

• Prepare and process insurance and billing documentation and forms used by health care providers .

• Use proper reimbursement practices .

• Demonstrate proficiency with ICD-9, CPT and HCPCS coding .

• Describe medical terminology and procedures related to all aspects of the health care community .

• Abstract and analyze documentation and its use in accurate coding procedures .

• Demonstrate the appropriate work ethic to be able to work with minimal supervision as well as show confidence in their ability to deal with others on a professional level .

• Apply the skills learned in the program to function as a professional,

including customer service, interpersonal communication, written and verbal communication, telephone etiquette and patient confidentiality .

• Demonstrate the skills needed for effective time management .

The Medical Coding & Billing Associate Degree Occupational program is offered as a program leading to Gainful Employment . As such we want all potential students to be able to make a reasoned decision on enrolling in this program at Rockford Career College . To that extent we offer the following information:

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Potential Job Positions:

Entry Level position as a Medical Records Clerk, Health Information Clerk, Medical Records Technician, or Coder

U .S . Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational code: 29-2071 .00- Medical Records and Health Information Technicians

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Core Courses

BUS107 College & Career Success Skills None 4 CIT110 Information Management Systems PCC093 3

MCB100 Diagnosis Coding MED100 4

MCB105 Basic CPT Coding MCB100 4

MCB110 Medical Insurance & Billing MCB105 4

MCB115 Specialty Procedure Coding MCB105 4

MCB200 Hospital & Facility Coding MCB110, MCB115 4 MCB205 Hospital & Facility Billing MCB200 4

MCB210 Health Claims Analysis MCB110 4

MCB220 Reimbursement Methodologies MCB210 4

MED100 Medical Terminology I None 4

MED110 Anatomy & Physiology I MED100 4

MED115 Anatomy & Physiology II MED110 4

MED120 Medical Law & Ethics None 4

MED130 Diseases & Disorders MED115 4

MED200 Pharmacology MED115 4

MED235 Advanced Coding Procedures MED225, MCB115 4 MED250 Medical Computer Applications CIT100, CIT110 3 MCB290 Medical Coding &

Billing Externship All MCB Courses 6

General Education Courses

GEN150 Introductory Biology None 4

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MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT

P r o g r a m D e s c r i p t i o n

The Medical Office Assistant program prepares the student to assist the physician in the general, administrative areas of the medical office or health care facility . The program prepares students to perform duties under the direction of a facility manager . These duties include: appointment management, medical records management, medical billing and coding, bookkeeping and payroll .

P r o g r a m O b j e c t i v e s

• Demonstrate the ability to perform in the general duties of the medical office, including: effective written and verbal communications; telephone techniques; identify and respond to issues of confidentiality, legality and ethics; perform patient Instruction; and perform and utilize office equipment and methods of quality control .

• Demonstrate the ability to perform the administrative duties of a medical office including: appointment management, medical billing and coding, customer service bookkeeping and payroll .

The Medical Office Assistant Associate Degree Occupational program is offered as a program leading to Gainful Employment . As such we want all potential students to be able to make a reasoned decision on enrolling in this program at Rockford Career College . To that extent we offer the following information:

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Potential Job Positions:

Entry Level position as a Medical Secretary

U .S . Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational code: 43-6013 .00- Medical Secretary

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Core Courses

BUS107 College & Career Success Skills None 4 BUS215 Supervision &

Management Principles None 4

MED100 Medical Terminology I None 4

MED105 Medical Terminology II MED100 4

MED110 Anatomy & Physiology I MED100 4

MED115 Anatomy & Physiology II MED110 4

MED200 Pharmacology MED115 4

MED205 Medical Office Procedures CIT100 4

MED225 Coding & Insurance Procedures MED105 4 MED235 Advanced Coding Procedures MED225 or MCB115 4 MED250 Medical Computer Applications CIT100 3 MED295 Medical Office Assistant Externship All MED Courses 6

General Education Courses

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HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Massage Therapy

D i p l o m a

Massage Therapy Program Director

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MASSAGE THERAPY

P r o g r a m D e s c r i p t i o n

This program provides instruction in anatomy, physiology, kinesiology and prepares graduates to enter the field of massage therapy . This program focuses on therapeutic massage techniques used in a clinical setting . Additionally, students will complete a 180-hour externship in their last term of study . After graduation, students will be prepared and eligible to take the National Certification Examination administered by the National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) or the Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx) administered by the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB) .

P r o g r a m O b j e c t i v e s

• To provide a professional and participatory learning environment that delivers theoretical training and practical application of massage therapy skills

• To enable students through training to effectively perform a therapeutic, healing massage and become caring, contributing massage therapists • To develop a knowledge and understanding of human anatomy, physiology,

and kinesiology in order to understand the principles and benefits of massage • To effectively discuss massage issues with clients and to communicate client

health issues with other health care professionals

• To provide students with an understanding of clinical pathology and recognition of conditions, indications, and contraindications for massage application in order to provide safe and beneficial service to clients

• The ability to apply ethical and business practices and professional standards in a massage environment

The Massage Therapy Diploma Occupational program is offered as a program leading to Gainful Employment . As such we want all potential students to be able to make a reasonable decision on enrolling in this program at Rockford Career College . To that extent we offer the following information:

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Potential Job Positions:

Entry Level position as a Massage Therapist

U .S . Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational code: 31-9011 .00- Massage Therapists

Program Length:

This program requires 860 clock hours . Students are expected to complete the program in 12 months and can reasonably do so if they maintain full-time status, do not take any full-time off and successfully pass each course the first time .

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Core Courses

Course # Course Name Prerequisite Hours

BUS107 College & Career Success Skills None 40 MAT100 Introduction to Massage Therapy None 50

MAT104 Anatomy None 40

MAT105 Massage Therapy Techniques MAT100 50

MAT108 Wellness & Nutrition None 40

MAT110 Upper Body Palpation MAT104 40

MAT115 Lower Body Palpation MAT104 40

MAT120 Physiology I for Massage Therapy MAT104 40 MAT125 Physiology II for Massage Therapy MAT120 40 MAT230 Massage Therapy

Advanced Techniques MAT105 50

MAT240 Eastern Modalities MAT230 50

MAT250 Kinesiology MAT110, MAT115 50

MAT260 Clinical Integration MAT110, MAT115 50

MAT280 Teaching Clinic MAT230 60

MAT290 Massage Therapy Externship All MAT Courses 180

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PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

Pharmacy Technician

D i p l o m a

Pharmacy Technician Program Director

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PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

P r o g r a m D e s c r i p t i o n

This comprehensive program prepares individuals to achieve competency in the skills and theoretical knowledge necessary to enter the pharmacy workplace as a Pharmacy Technician . Students develop skills in all areas of pharmacy practice such as computer entry, pharmaceutical calculations, record keeping, and compounding of extemporaneous and aseptic products to be dispensed . Emphasizing a customer-centered approach, the program also helps develop the proper skills needed to work under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist . The Associate Degree offers students additional general education courses to supplement their knowledge . The program prepares the graduate to take the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam .

P r o g r a m O b j e c t i v e s

• Understanding of federal and state laws that govern pharmacies . • Prepare medication and other health products for patients • Prepare extemporaneous compounds and sterile medications • Receive written prescriptions and requests from patients • Complete order entry of prescriptions

• Manage inventory

• Calculate medication dosages • Create patient profiles • Process third party claims

• Demonstrate knowledge of medical and pharmaceutical terminology and the pharmacology of medications

The Pharmacy Technician Associate Degree Occupational program is offered as a program leading to Gainful Employment . As such we want all potential students to be able to make a reasoned decision on enrolling in this program at Rockford Career College . To that extent we offer the following information:

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Potential Job Positions:

Entry Level position as a Pharmacy Technician

U .S . Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational code: 29-2052 .00- Pharmacy Technicians

Program Length:

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Core Courses

MED100 Medical Terminology I PCC091 4

PHT100 Introduction to Pharmacology

& Pharmacy Practice None 4

PHT102 Introduction to Anatomy

& Physiology for Pharmacy Technicians None 4

PHT104 Pharmacy Calculations PCC092 4

PHT105 Drug Therapy I PHT102 4

PHT106 Drug Therapy II PHT102 4

PHT107 Drug Therapy III PHT106 4

PHT200 Institutional Pharmacy PHT100 4

PHT205 Community Pharmacy PHT100 4

PHT210 Pharmacy Technology I CIT100 3

PHT215 Pharmacy Technology II PHT210 4

PHT220 Admixture & Medical Asepsis PHT104 & PHT200 3 PHT230 Special Topics for Pharmacy Technicians PHT210 4 PHT290 Pharmacy Technician Externship I –

Community Setting PHT205 * 5

PHT295 Pharmacy Technician Externship II –

Institutional Setting PHT200 * 5

*Approval of Program Director required

General Education Courses

Quarter

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PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

P r o g r a m D e s c r i p t i o n

This comprehensive program prepares individuals to achieve competency in the skills and theoretical knowledge necessary to enter the pharmacy workplace as a Pharmacy Technician . Students develop skills in all areas of pharmacy practice such as computer entry, pharmaceutical calculations, record keeping, and compounding of extemporaneous and aseptic products to be dispensed . Emphasizing a customer-centered approach, the program also helps develop the proper skills needed to work under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist . The program prepares the graduate to take the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam .

P r o g r a m O b j e c t i v e s

• Understanding of federal and state laws that govern pharmacies . • Prepare medication and other health products for patients • Prepare extemporaneous compounds and sterile medications • Receive written prescriptions and requests from patients • Complete order entry of prescriptions

• Manage inventory

• Calculate Medication Dosages • Create Patient profiles • Process third party claims

• Demonstrate knowledge of medical and pharmaceutical terminology and the pharmacology of medications

The Pharmacy Technician Diploma Occupational program is offered as a program leading to Gainful Employment . As such we want all potential students to be able to make a reasoned decision on enrolling in this program at Rockford Career College . To that extent we offer the following information:

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Potential Job Positions:

Entry Level position as a Pharmacy Technician

U .S . Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational code: 29-2052 .00- Pharmacy Technicians

Program Length:

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Core Courses

MED100 Medical Terminology I PCC091 4

PHT100 Introduction to Pharmacology

& Pharmacy Practice None 4

PHT102 Introduction to Anatomy

& Physiology for Pharmacy Technicians None 4

PHT104 Pharmacy Calculations PCC092 4

PHT105 Drug Therapy I PHT102 4

PHT106 Drug Therapy II PHT102 4

PHT200 Institutional Pharmacy PHT100 4

PHT205 Community Pharmacy PHT100 4

PHT210 Pharmacy Technology I CIT100 3

PHT215 Pharmacy Technology II PHT210 4

PHT220 Admixture & Medical Asepsis PHT104 & PHT200 3 PHT230 Special Topics for Pharmacy Technicians PHT210 4 PHT290 Pharmacy Technician Externship I –

Community Setting PHT205 * 5

PHT295 Pharmacy Technician Externship II –

Institutional Setting PHT200 * 5

*Approval of Program Director required

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VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

Veterinary Technician

The Veterinary Technician program at Rockford Career College is

accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA).

Veterinary Technician Program Director

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VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

P r o g r a m D e s c r i p t i o n

Students are taught the skills and procedures to effectively contribute to the health and well being of veterinary patients . Veterinary technicians, while always working under the supervision of a veterinarian, provide many services . Routine duties include restraint of animals, sample collection, nursing care (IV catheter placement, bandage application, medication administration, etc .), feeding of animals, record keeping, office procedures, and client education and communication . Other skills include administration of anesthesia, surgical nursing, radiographic procedures, dental prophylaxis, clinical pathology procedures and medication preparation . This job requires the physical strength to lift and carry 50 pounds .

P r o g r a m O b j e c t i v e s

• Perform basic patient examinations and collect data on vital signs • Restrain and manage small, large, and exotic animals in clinical situations . • Administer medications by common drug routes and prepare

pharmaceuticals as prescribed by a veterinarian

• Prepare anesthetic delivery systems, induce anesthesia, and monitor patients under anesthesia

• Prepare and maintain the surgical area and assist during surgical procedures • Perform dental prophylactic procedures on dogs and cats

• Produce standard diagnostic radiographs

• Collect and process samples for diagnostic laboratory work

• Perform common veterinary diagnostic tests, such as blood chemistries, differentials, culture/sensitivities and EKGs

• Perform basic veterinary practice management including computer applications

• Recognize behavioral signs of small animals

• Educate clients on their pet’s health, nutrition and euthanasia

• Perform veterinary team concepts and appropriate modeling of ethical and professional behavior .

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The Veterinary Technician Associate Degree Occupational program is offered as a program leading to Gainful Employment . As such we want all potential students to be able to make a reasoned decision on enrolling in this program at Rockford Career College . To that extent we offer the following information:

Potential Job Positions:

Entry Level position as a Veterinary Technician

U .S . Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational code: 29-2056 .00- Veterinary Technologists and Technicians

Program Length:

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Core Courses

BUS107 College & Career Success Skills None 4 VET101 Veterinary Medical Terminology None 4 VET105 Husbandry & Disease Small Animals GEN108, VET101 4 VET110 Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology GEN108, VET101 4 VET115 Husbandry & Disease Large Animals GEN108, VET101 4 VET125 Large Animal Techniques GEN108, VET101 4

VET130 Veterinary Office Management None 4

VET135 Introduction to Veterinary Medical Nursing VET101 4

VET140 Microbiology VET110 4

VET150 Pharmacology VET110 4

VET200 Laboratory Animal Procedures VET110 4

VET210 Animal Clinical Procedures VET135 4

VET220 Clinical Pathology I VET140, VET150 5

VET225 Clinical Pathology II VET220 5

VET230 Advanced Animal Clinical Procedures VET210 4 VET240 Principles of Anesthesia VET150, VET210 4

VET245 Principles of Radiology VET135 4

VET255 Principles of Surgery VET230 4

VET265 Applied Veterinary Anesthesia

and Surgery VET230, VET240 3

VET290 Veterinary Technician Externship All VET Courses 6

General Education Courses

GEN108 Life Science None 4

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Course Descriptions

PRE-CURRICULUM COURSES (PCC)

Below are the placement evaluations and the score needed in order to waive requirement .

Course # Score Needed Exam

PCC082 Quantitative Skills I 7 .0 or above Wonderlic Quantitative PCC091 Critical Thinking 11 .0 or above Wonderlic Verbal PCC092 Quantitative Skills II 11 .5 or above Wonderlic

Quantitative PCC093 Basic Keyboarding Skills Pass RCC Keyboarding

Exam*

Online Courses 60 or greater Distance Learning Readiness

Assessment *The placement evaluation requires a student to properly format a standard business letter in a timed setting.

PCC082 Quantitative Skills I

4 Quarter Credits

Prerequisites: None

This course is designed to improve the student’s understanding of basic math skills needed for college-level studies . This course is designed for students whose placement test score in quantitative skills was below a 7th grade level . Topics include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers . This course also provides a review of decimals and decimal fractions .

PCC091 Critical Thinking

Prerequisite: None

This course is designed to enhance the development of critical thinking skills in the areas of language development . This course is designed for students whose placement test score in verbal skills was below 11 .0 . This course covers critical reading techniques, the identification and correct use of basic parts of speech, punctuation competency, and spelling accuracy, including the use of the dictionary . This course introduces students to the writing process and is designed to help students improve both their language and writing skills .

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PCC092 Quantitative Skills II

Prerequisite: PCC082 Quantitative Skills I

This course is designed to improve the student’s understanding of more advance quantitative skills needed for college level studies . This course is designed for students whose placement score in quantitative skills was below an 11th grade level . Topics include computing, adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing fractions; ratios and proportions; and percentages .

PCC093 Basic Keyboarding Skills

This course covers keyboarding posture, basic computer usage and proper technique . Emphasis is on learning the keyboard and using correct computer keyboarding techniques .

ACCOUNTING (BUS)

BUS101 Applied Business Math

Prerequisite: PCC092 Quantitative Skills II

This course will develop the student’s ability to apply their math skills to practical business problems . Topics include interest, annuities, and amortization . Students will gain skills in matters of personal finance related to bank services, stock/bond and mutual fund investing, payroll systems, consumer credit and taxes .

BUS102 Introduction to Business

This course is designed to present a broad introduction to the functioning of business enterprise within the U .S . economic framework . The student is introduced to a variety of business topics such as economics, business organization, management, organizational design, human resource management, marketing, information management systems, decision-making, finance and investment .

BUS103 Small Business Management

This course explores the world of business from the point of view of a small business owner . This course introduces the student to the theory and practical applications of starting and managing a business . Students learn how to develop a business plan by establishing financial and administrative controls and developing a market strategy for a small business .

Course Catalog

Table of contents

GENERAL INFORMATION

TV STATIONS

RADIO STATIONS

ADMISSIONS

DEGREES AND DIPLOMAS

A. Associate of Applied Science Degrees

B. Diploma Programs

C. Certificate Programs

BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY

Business Administration

Business Administration/Accounting

Business Administration

P r o g r a m D e s c r i p t i o n

P r o g r a m O b j e c t i v e s

Potential Job Positions:

Program Length:

Core Courses

General Education Courses

Business Administration/Accounting

P r o g r a m D e s c r i p t i o n

P r o g r a m O b j e c t i v e s

Potential Job Positions:

Program Length:

Core Courses

General Education Courses

PARALEGAL

Paralegal

The Paralegal Program is approved by the American Bar Association

Paralegal Program Director

PARALEGAL

P r o g r a m D e s c r i p t i o n

Unauthorized Practice of Law

P r o g r a m O b j e c t i v e s

Potential Job Positions:

Program Length:

Core Courses

General Education Courses

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Information Technology

Internet Design

Information Technology Program Director

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

P r o g r a m D e s c r i p t i o n

P r o g r a m O b j e c t i v e s

Potential Job Positions:

Program Length:

Concentration: Computer Systems Engineer

Core and Concentration Courses

Concentration: Network Security

Core and Concentration Courses

Concentration: Internet Technology & Design

Core and Concentration Courses

Concentration: Computer Specialist

Core and Concentration Courses

General Education Courses

– for all concentrations

INTERNET DESIGN

P r o g r a m D e s c r i p t i o n

P r o g r a m O b j e c t i v e s

Potential Job Positions:

Program Length:

Core Courses

General Education Courses

MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

Medical Assistant

Medical Coding and Billing Specialist

Medical Office Assistant

Medical Assistant/Medical Office Assistant Program Director

Yolanda Donald, 815-967-7338

Medical Coding and Billing Specialist Program Director

Mary Baker, 815-967-7341

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

P r o g r a m D e s c r i p t i o n

P r o g r a m O b j e c t i v e s

Potential Job Positions:

Program Length:

Quarterly Progression

MEDICAL CODING & BILLING SPECIALIST