Allied Health   

This course has been created for students who have the BLS for Healthcare Provider certification and need only the Bloodborne Pathogens certification.

All students attending an Allied Health program in the Division of Workforce Training are required to receive the BLS for Healthcare Provider and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications. 

The Certified Nursing Aide training program specifically targets those individuals who desire to become licensed C.N.A.'s in the state of Tennessee. The C.N.A. is a specially trained individual who works at an entry-level position under the supervision of a licensed nurse. C.N.A.'s are primarily employed at nursing homes, but may also find employment with hospitals and home health agencies. General duties are basic routine patient care which may include assisting with meals or exercise, taking vital signs, personal hygiene, and reporting signs and symptoms that may indicate illness. The program is divided into three components of learning that include lecture, classroom skills lab and 35 hours of supervised patient care (clinical) in a long-term care facility.

WSCC Program Requirements: 

• Students must be, at least, 18 years of age to take this class.
• Textbooks can be purchased at the Walters State Bookstore or at any online vendor.   **Mosby's textbook for Nursing Assistants - Textbook and Workbook Package, 10th edition, 2020, Sorrentino ISBN 9780323763653.  Cost:  $109.25
• All students attending an Allied Health program in the Division of Workforce Training are required to receive the CPR-BLS and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications. The course is offered monthly at WSCC campuses.  Cost:  $80

Clinical Site Requirements (more information will be given in class):

• Truescreen background check.
• 10-panel drug screen.
• Immunization certificate with 2 MMR vaccinations or a MMR titer test showing immunity to Measles, Mumps and Rubella.
• TB skin test with negative results.
• TN state competency exam paid to Walters State Community College. Cost: $100
• Scrubs must be worn for the clinical portion of the class.  Your instructor will provide specific information about the appropriate attire for the clinical site.  Students should not purchase these items until after the first day of class.
• Personal health insurance is encouraged.
• HPSO.com professional liability insurance.
• The TN state competency exam will be scheduled approximately 2-3 weeks after class and clinical. have completed.  Upon successful completion of the course, the individual will be given a Certificate of Completion and will be eligible to take the state certification exam.

The Certified Nursing Aide training program specifically targets those individuals who desire to become licensed C.N.A.'s in the state of Tennessee. The C.N.A. is a specially trained individual who works at an entry-level position under the supervision of a licensed nurse. C.N.A.'s are primarily employed at nursing homes, but may also find employment with hospitals and home health agencies. General duties are basic routine patient care which may include assisting with meals or exercise, taking vital signs, personal hygiene, and reporting signs and symptoms that may indicate illness. The program is divided into three components of learning that include lecture, classroom skills lab and 35 hours of supervised patient care (clinical) in a long-term care facility.

WSCC Program Requirements: 

• Students must be, at least, 18 years of age to take this class.
• Textbooks can be purchased at the Walters State Bookstore or at any online vendor.   **Mosby's textbook for Nursing Assistants - Textbook and Workbook Package, 10th edition, 2020, Sorrentino ISBN 9780323763653.  Cost:  $109.25
• All students attending an Allied Health program in the Division of Workforce Training are required to receive the CPR-BLS and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications. The course is offered monthly at WSCC campuses.  Cost:  $80

Clinical Site Requirements (more information will be given in class):

• Truescreen background check.
• 10-panel drug screen.
• Immunization certificate with 2 MMR vaccinations or a MMR titer test showing immunity to Measles, Mumps and Rubella.
• TB skin test with negative results.
• TN state competency exam paid to Walters State Community College. Cost: $100
• Scrubs must be worn for the clinical portion of the class.  Your instructor will provide specific information about the appropriate attire for the clinical site.  Students should not purchase these items until after the first day of class.
• Personal health insurance is encouraged.
• HPSO.com professional liability insurance.
• The TN state competency exam will be scheduled approximately 2-3 weeks after class and clinical. have completed.  Upon successful completion of the course, the individual will be given a Certificate of Completion and will be eligible to take the state certification exam.

This program is intended for students who want to prepare for an exciting, challenging and rewarding career in healthcare. This program will train students to assist physicians by performing functions related to the clinical responsibilities of a medical office. Instruction includes among other things preparing patients for examination and treatment, routine laboratory procedures, diagnostic testing, technical aspects of phlebotomy and the cardiac life cycle. Students will review important topics including phlebotomy, pharmacology, the proper use and administration of medications, taking and documenting vital signs, cardiology including proper lead placements, a professional workplace behavior, ethics and the legal aspects of healthcare. This program includes 140 hours of classroom lecture and hands on labs.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• BLS for Healthcare Providers and Bloodborne Pathogens certifications. All students attending a WFT Allied Health program must have these certifications. This class is available at WSCC.  Go online to register or contact us for more information.
• Provide proof of 2 MMR vaccinations or a MMR titer test showing immunity to Measles, Mumps and Rubella.
• All textbooks and supplies are included in the tuition
• All other expenses including CPR certification and NHA certification are the responsibility of the student.
• Upon completion of the course, students will be eligible to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) national certification examination. An exam fee is required. This fee will be paid by the student directly to the National Healthcareer Association by registering at www.nhanow.com

This course provides the required BLS for Healthcare Providers and the Bloodborne Pathogens certifications offered through the American Heart Assocation.  One class, two certifications!

• AHA BLS-for Healthcare Providers certification course teaches basic life support skills for application in both in-facility and pre-hospital settings, with a focus on high-quality CPR, improvement of chest compression fraction, and high-performing team dynamics.
• AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certification course teaches students how to protect themselves and others from being exposed to blood or blood - containing materials.

ATTENTION:  All students attending an Allied Health program in the Division of Workforce Training are required to receive the BLS for Healthcare Provider and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications.

The Medication Aide-Certified program is sixty (60) hours of instruction, consisting of forty (40) classroom and skill lab hours, and twenty (20) clinical hours.  A 2-hour orientation will precede the first day of class.  A course provides theory and applications that will prepare students to administer medications to clients in healthcare settings safely.  The course will prepare the Certified Nursing Assistant for effective communication and interpersonal skills through basic pharmacology. The student will gain knowledge of medical terminology, medication administration, and fundamentals of body systems.  Upon completion, the student will have the knowledge, skills, and ability to safely administer medications using the “Six Rights” of Medication Administration in the LTAC population.  The 60-hour course will adhere to approved Tennessee Board of Nursing Medication Aide training requirements.

Textbooks can be purchased at the Walters State Bookstore or any online vendor.  “Mosby’s Textbook for Medication Assistants” – Textbook and Workbook Package, 2^nd Edition, 2023, Anderson.  Cost:  $122.00 for both.

Program Requirements:

• Students must be, at least, 18 years of age to take this class.
• Must have a high school diploma or have successfully passed the test and received a General Educational Development (GED) or a High Scholl Equivalency Test (HiSET) exam.
• Must be a Certified Nurse Assistant
• Has worked as a C.N.A. in a nursing home, assisted care living facility, or a P.A.C.E. for at least 365 days of continuous, uninterrupted, full-time work at no more than two(2) different facilities, at the time the applicant applies.
• All students attending an Allied Health program in the Division of Workforce Training are required to receive the CPR-BLS and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications. The course is offered monthly at WSCC campuses.  Cost:  $80

Clinical Site Requirements vary but could require the following (more information given in class):

• Truescreen background check.
• 10-panel drug screen.
• Immunization certificate with 2 MMR vaccinations or an MMR titer test showing immunity to Measles, Mumps, and Rubella.
• TB skin test with negative results.
• TN state competency exam $137.50        
• Scrubs must be worn for the clinical portion of the class.  Your instructor will provide specific information about the appropriate attire for the clinical site.  Students should not purchase these items until after the first day of class.
• Personal health insurance is encouraged.
• HPSO.com professional liability insurance.

The TN state competency exam will be scheduled after class and clinicals have been completed.  Upon successful completion of the course, the individual will be given a Certificate of Completion and will be eligible to take the state certification exam.

The Phlebotomy Technician program includes 10 weeks of classroom and skill training designed to provide didactic and clinical instruction in venipuncture. Altogether, the 70-hour Phlebotomy Technician Program prepares professionals to collect blood specimens from clients for the purpose of laboratory analysis. Students will become familiar with all aspects related to blood collection and develop comprehensive skills to perform venipunctures completely and safely. Classroom work includes terminology, anatomy and physiology; blood collection procedures; specimen hands-on practice; and clinical training in skills and techniques to perform puncture methods. The program also includes lab exercises, live blood draws, work with a training arm, and other exercises intended to prepare students to function as an entry-level Phlebotomy Technician.

Forty successful venipunctures in a clinical setting are required, and although optional, it must be completed if the student wishes to take the National Healthcareer Association certification exam. Please see externship requirements.

WSCC Requirements:

• Students must present a High School Diploma or GED on the first night of class.
• Textbooks can be purchased at the Walters State Bookstore at the Morristown campus or from any online vendor.
  • Phlebotomy Essentials 8th Edition, Ruth E. McCall,  Textbook and Workbook Package, ISBN: 9781284292732. Cost:  $160
• All students attending an Allied Health program in the Division of Workforce Training are required to receive the CPR-BLS and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications.  The course is offered each month at WSCC campuses.  Cost: $80
• Externship placement program requirements:
  • Criminal Background Check – Truescreen 10-panel drug screen
  • HPSO Professional Liability Insurance
  • TB/PPS test w/negative results - prices vary ($25)
  • Flu vaccine - prices vary ($25)
  • Hep B – 3 dose series
  • Measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) – 2 doses
  • Varicella (chicken pox) vaccine – 2 doses
  • Scrubs, white shoes
  • Externship sites may have additional requirements and costs incurred will be the student’s responsibility Some externship facilities do require current personal health insurance coverage
  • Upon successful completion of the externship, students will be eligible to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) national certification examination. A fee is required and paid directly to the NHA.
  • All prices are subject to change without notice.

The Phlebotomy Technician program includes 10 weeks of classroom and skill training designed to provide didactic and clinical instruction in venipuncture. Altogether, the 70-hour Phlebotomy Technician Program prepares professionals to collect blood specimens from clients for the purpose of laboratory analysis. Students will become familiar with all aspects related to blood collection and develop comprehensive skills to perform venipunctures completely and safely. Classroom work includes terminology, anatomy and physiology; blood collection procedures; specimen hands-on practice; and clinical training in skills and techniques to perform puncture methods. The program also includes lab exercises, live blood draws, work with a training arm, and other exercises intended to prepare students to function as an entry-level Phlebotomy Technician.

Forty successful venipunctures in a clinical setting are required, and although optional, it must be completed if the student wishes to take the National Healthcareer Association certification exam. Please see externship requirements.

WSCC Requirements:

• Students must present a High School Diploma or GED on the first night of class.
• Textbooks can be purchased at the Walters State Bookstore at the Morristown campus or from any online vendor.
  • Phlebotomy Essentials 8th Edition, Ruth E. McCall,  Textbook and Workbook Package, ISBN: 9781284292732. Cost:  $160
• All students attending an Allied Health program in the Division of Workforce Training are required to receive the CPR-BLS and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications.  The course is offered each month at WSCC campuses.  Cost: $80
• Externship placement program requirements:
  • Criminal Background Check – Truescreen 10-panel drug screen
  • HPSO Professional Liability Insurance
  • TB/PPS test w/negative results - prices vary ($25)
  • Flu vaccine - prices vary ($25)
  • Hep B – 3 dose series
  • Measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) – 2 doses
  • Varicella (chicken pox) vaccine – 2 doses
  • Scrubs, white shoes
  • Externship sites may have additional requirements and costs incurred will be the student’s responsibility Some externship facilities do require current personal health insurance coverage
  • Upon successful completion of the externship, students will be eligible to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) national certification examination. A fee is required and paid directly to the NHA.
  • All prices are subject to change without notice.

The Phlebotomy Technician program includes 10 weeks of classroom and skill training designed to provide didactic and clinical instruction in venipuncture. Altogether, the 70-hour Phlebotomy Technician Program prepares professionals to collect blood specimens from clients for the purpose of laboratory analysis. Students will become familiar with all aspects related to blood collection and develop comprehensive skills to perform venipunctures completely and safely. Classroom work includes terminology, anatomy and physiology; blood collection procedures; specimen hands-on practice; and clinical training in skills and techniques to perform puncture methods. The program also includes lab exercises, live blood draws, work with a training arm, and other exercises intended to prepare students to function as an entry-level Phlebotomy Technician.

Forty successful venipunctures in a clinical setting are required, and although optional, it must be completed if the student wishes to take the National Healthcareer Association certification exam. Please see externship requirements.

WSCC Requirements:

• Students must present a High School Diploma or GED on the first night of class.
• Textbooks can be purchased at the Walters State Bookstore at the Morristown campus or from any online vendor.
  • Phlebotomy Essentials 8th Edition, Ruth E. McCall,  Textbook and Workbook Package, ISBN: 9781284292732. Cost:  $160
• All students attending an Allied Health program in the Division of Workforce Training are required to receive the CPR-BLS and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications.  The course is offered each month at WSCC campuses.  Cost: $80
• Externship placement program requirements:
  • Criminal Background Check – Truescreen 10-panel drug screen
  • HPSO Professional Liability Insurance
  • TB/PPS test w/negative results - prices vary ($25)
  • Flu vaccine - prices vary ($25)
  • Hep B – 3 dose series
  • Measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) – 2 doses
  • Varicella (chicken pox) vaccine – 2 doses
  • Scrubs, white shoes
  • Externship sites may have additional requirements and costs incurred will be the student’s responsibility Some externship facilities do require current personal health insurance coverage
  • Upon successful completion of the externship, students will be eligible to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) national certification examination. A fee is required and paid directly to the NHA.
  • All prices are subject to change without notice.

The Phlebotomy Technician program includes 10 weeks of classroom and skill training designed to provide didactic and clinical instruction in venipuncture. Altogether, the 70-hour Phlebotomy Technician Program prepares professionals to collect blood specimens from clients for the purpose of laboratory analysis. Students will become familiar with all aspects related to blood collection and develop comprehensive skills to perform venipunctures completely and safely. Classroom work includes terminology, anatomy and physiology; blood collection procedures; specimen hands-on practice; and clinical training in skills and techniques to perform puncture methods. The program also includes lab exercises, live blood draws, work with a training arm, and other exercises intended to prepare students to function as an entry-level Phlebotomy Technician.

Forty successful venipunctures in a clinical setting are required, and although optional, it must be completed if the student wishes to take the National Healthcareer Association certification exam. Please see externship requirements.

WSCC Requirements:

• Students must present a High School Diploma or GED on the first night of class.
• Textbooks can be purchased at the Walters State Bookstore at the Morristown campus or from any online vendor.
  • Phlebotomy Essentials 8th Edition, Ruth E. McCall,  Textbook and Workbook Package, ISBN: 9781284292732. Cost:  $160
• All students attending an Allied Health program in the Division of Workforce Training are required to receive the CPR-BLS and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications.  The course is offered each month at WSCC campuses.  Cost: $80
• Externship placement program requirements:
  • Criminal Background Check – Truescreen 10-panel drug screen
  • HPSO Professional Liability Insurance
  • TB/PPS test w/negative results - prices vary ($25)
  • Flu vaccine - prices vary ($25)
  • Hep B – 3 dose series
  • Measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) – 2 doses
  • Varicella (chicken pox) vaccine – 2 doses
  • Scrubs, white shoes
  • Externship sites may have additional requirements and costs incurred will be the student’s responsibility Some externship facilities do require current personal health insurance coverage
  • Upon successful completion of the externship, students will be eligible to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) national certification examination. A fee is required and paid directly to the NHA.
  • All prices are subject to change without notice.

Board of Dentistry approved 120-hour course. This course covers all aspects of dentistry including, but not limited to, anatomy and physiology; tooth morphology; infection control, and restorative dentistry along with all areas of radiology in the dental office. Students will be required to provide verification and documentation of 30 additional hours of observation at a dental office. Students are responsible for arranging their own observation experience and it is to be completed no later than the last day of class. After the successful completion of the RDA course, the students will register as Dental Assistants with the Tennessee Board of Dentistry. To meet the requirements, students must complete the RDA program, be 18 years of age, possess a high school diploma or GED, provide a completed background check, provide a copy of the BLS for Healthcare Providers CPR certification and pay a registration fee. 

WSCC RDA Program Requirements: Students must be 18 years of age. Provide a copy of a High School Diploma or GED. Obtain the BLS for Healthcare Providers and Bloodborne Pathogens certifications. All students attending a n/c Allied Health program in the Division of Workforce Training are required to receive the CPR-BLS and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications. Walters State offers this course.  The cost is $80.

Students must purchase their own books for this course. They can be purchased at the Walters State Bookstore or at any online vendor. Modern Dental Assisting, 14th edition Hardcover by Debbie S. Robinson, CDA, MS  ISBN : 9780323824408 Student Workbook for Modern Dental Assisting 14th edition by Debbie S. Robinson ,CDA, MS ISBN: 9780443120312 Scrubs and/or lab coat 30 hours of observation in a dental office. Cost is $214.00. 

TN Board of Dentistry Registration Requirements:

Successful completion of the RDA training program

A valid high school diploma or GED

Be, at least, 18 years of age.

Possess a passport-size photograph taken within 12 months of application

Two (2) original letters of recommendation from licensed professionals

Copy of current CPR certification (BLS for Healthcare Providers)

Proof of U.S. or Canadian citizenship or evidence of being legally entitled to live in the U.S.  (e.g., copy of birth certificate, U.S. passport, naturalization papers, or current visa status.)  All applicants must complete, sign, and have notarized the Declaration of Citizenship form and submit the documents required by the Declaration of Citizenship form.  

A criminal background check is required.  For instructions to obtain a criminal background check, see TN Board of Dentistry application. $15 Dental Radiology Form and $40 Application (Both of these applications are to be submitted to the state upon completing the course. Separate payments to the state are required.)

Jurisprudence Exam Chapter 0460-05: Rule 0460-05-.03,(b) 9; General Rules Governing Schools, Programs and Courses for Dentists, Dental Hygienists, and Registered Dental Assistants: The students must be informed that any conviction must be explained to the Board of Dentistry with their application for registration and that all court documents regarding any conviction must be submitted. The Board of Dentistry reviews all court documents required to be submitted with the application for registration and they may deny registration or require an appearance before the Board before deciding to issue or deny the registration.

https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/rules/0460/0460-05.20170501.pdf

Board of Dentistry approved 120-hour course. This course covers all aspects of dentistry including, but not limited to, anatomy and physiology; tooth morphology; infection control, and restorative dentistry along with all areas of radiology in the dental office. Students will be required to provide verification and documentation of 30 additional hours of observation at a dental office. Students are responsible for arranging their own observation experience and it is to be completed no later than the last day of class. After the successful completion of the RDA course, the students will register as Dental Assistants with the Tennessee Board of Dentistry. To meet the requirements, students must complete the RDA program, be 18 years of age, possess a high school diploma or GED, provide a completed background check, provide a copy of the BLS for Healthcare Providers CPR certification and pay a registration fee. 

WSCC RDA Program Requirements: Students must be 18 years of age. Provide a copy of a High School Diploma or GED. Obtain the BLS for Healthcare Providers and Bloodborne Pathogens certifications. All students attending a n/c Allied Health program in the Division of Workforce Training are required to receive the CPR-BLS and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications. Walters State offers this course.  The cost is $80.

Students must purchase their own books for this course. They can be purchased at the Walters State Bookstore or at any online vendor. Modern Dental Assisting, 14th edition Hardcover by Debbie S. Robinson, CDA, MS  ISBN : 9780323824408 Student Workbook for Modern Dental Assisting 14th edition by Debbie S. Robinson ,CDA, MS ISBN: 9780443120312 Scrubs and/or lab coat 30 hours of observation in a dental office. Cost is $214.00. 

TN Board of Dentistry Registration Requirements:

Successful completion of the RDA training program

A valid high school diploma or GED

Be, at least, 18 years of age.

Possess a passport-size photograph taken within 12 months of application

Two (2) original letters of recommendation from licensed professionals

Copy of current CPR certification (BLS for Healthcare Providers)

Proof of U.S. or Canadian citizenship or evidence of being legally entitled to live in the U.S.  (e.g., copy of birth certificate, U.S. passport, naturalization papers, or current visa status.)  All applicants must complete, sign, and have notarized the Declaration of Citizenship form and submit the documents required by the Declaration of Citizenship form.  

A criminal background check is required.  For instructions to obtain a criminal background check, see TN Board of Dentistry application. $15 Dental Radiology Form and $40 Application (Both of these applications are to be submitted to the state upon completing the course. Separate payments to the state are required.)

Jurisprudence Exam Chapter 0460-05: Rule 0460-05-.03,(b) 9; General Rules Governing Schools, Programs and Courses for Dentists, Dental Hygienists, and Registered Dental Assistants: The students must be informed that any conviction must be explained to the Board of Dentistry with their application for registration and that all court documents regarding any conviction must be submitted. The Board of Dentistry reviews all court documents required to be submitted with the application for registration and they may deny registration or require an appearance before the Board before deciding to issue or deny the registration.

https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/rules/0460/0460-05.20170501.pdf

Board of Dentistry approved 120-hour course. This course covers all aspects of dentistry including, but not limited to, anatomy and physiology; tooth morphology; infection control, and restorative dentistry along with all areas of radiology in the dental office. Students will be required to provide verification and documentation of 30 additional hours of observation at a dental office. Students are responsible for arranging their own observation experience and it is to be completed no later than the last day of class. After the successful completion of the RDA course, the students will register as Dental Assistants with the Tennessee Board of Dentistry. To meet the requirements, students must complete the RDA program, be 18 years of age, possess a high school diploma or GED, provide a completed background check, provide a copy of the BLS for Healthcare Providers CPR certification and pay a registration fee. 

WSCC RDA Program Requirements: Students must be 18 years of age. Provide a copy of a High School Diploma or GED. Obtain the BLS for Healthcare Providers and Bloodborne Pathogens certifications. All students attending a n/c Allied Health program in the Division of Workforce Training are required to receive the CPR-BLS and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications. Walters State offers this course.  The cost is $80.

Students must purchase their own books for this course. They can be purchased at the Walters State Bookstore or at any online vendor. Modern Dental Assisting, 14th edition Hardcover by Debbie S. Robinson, CDA, MS  ISBN : 9780323824408 Student Workbook for Modern Dental Assisting 14th edition by Debbie S. Robinson ,CDA, MS ISBN: 9780443120312 Scrubs and/or lab coat 30 hours of observation in a dental office. Cost is $214.00. 

TN Board of Dentistry Registration Requirements:

Successful completion of the RDA training program

A valid high school diploma or GED

Be, at least, 18 years of age.

Possess a passport-size photograph taken within 12 months of application

Two (2) original letters of recommendation from licensed professionals

Copy of current CPR certification (BLS for Healthcare Providers)

Proof of U.S. or Canadian citizenship or evidence of being legally entitled to live in the U.S.  (e.g., copy of birth certificate, U.S. passport, naturalization papers, or current visa status.)  All applicants must complete, sign, and have notarized the Declaration of Citizenship form and submit the documents required by the Declaration of Citizenship form.  

A criminal background check is required.  For instructions to obtain a criminal background check, see TN Board of Dentistry application. $15 Dental Radiology Form and $40 Application (Both of these applications are to be submitted to the state upon completing the course. Separate payments to the state are required.)

Jurisprudence Exam Chapter 0460-05: Rule 0460-05-.03,(b) 9; General Rules Governing Schools, Programs and Courses for Dentists, Dental Hygienists, and Registered Dental Assistants: The students must be informed that any conviction must be explained to the Board of Dentistry with their application for registration and that all court documents regarding any conviction must be submitted. The Board of Dentistry reviews all court documents required to be submitted with the application for registration and they may deny registration or require an appearance before the Board before deciding to issue or deny the registration.

https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/rules/0460/0460-05.20170501.pdf

The Certified Nursing Aide training program specifically targets those individuals who desire to become licensed C.N.A.'s in the state of Tennessee. The C.N.A. is a specially trained individual who works at an entry-level position under the supervision of a licensed nurse. C.N.A.'s are primarily employed at nursing homes, but may also find employment with hospitals and home health agencies. General duties are basic routine patient care which may include assisting with meals or exercise, taking vital signs, personal hygiene, and reporting signs and symptoms that may indicate illness. The program is divided into three components of learning that include lecture, classroom skills lab and 35 hours of supervised patient care (clinical) in a long-term care facility.

WSCC Program Requirements: 

• Students must be, at least, 18 years of age to take this class.
• Textbooks can be purchased at the Walters State Bookstore or at any online vendor.   **Mosby's textbook for Nursing Assistants - Textbook and Workbook Package, 10th edition, 2020, Sorrentino ISBN 9780323763653.  Cost:  $109.25
• All students attending an Allied Health program in the Division of Workforce Training are required to receive the CPR-BLS and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications. The course is offered monthly at WSCC campuses.  Cost:  $80

Clinical Site Requirements (more information will be given in class):

• Truescreen background check.
• 10-panel drug screen.
• Immunization certificate with 2 MMR vaccinations or a MMR titer test showing immunity to Measles, Mumps and Rubella.
• TB skin test with negative results.
• TN state competency exam paid to Walters State Community College. Cost: $100
• Scrubs must be worn for the clinical portion of the class.  Your instructor will provide specific information about the appropriate attire for the clinical site.  Students should not purchase these items until after the first day of class.
• Personal health insurance is encouraged.
• HPSO.com professional liability insurance.
• The TN state competency exam will be scheduled approximately 2-3 weeks after class and clinical. have completed.  Upon successful completion of the course, the individual will be given a Certificate of Completion and will be eligible to take the state certification exam.

This program is intended for students who want to prepare for an exciting, challenging and rewarding career in healthcare. This program will train students to assist physicians by performing functions related to the clinical responsibilities of a medical office. Instruction includes among other things preparing patients for examination and treatment, routine laboratory procedures, diagnostic testing, technical aspects of phlebotomy and the cardiac life cycle. Students will review important topics including phlebotomy, pharmacology, the proper use and administration of medications, taking and documenting vital signs, cardiology including proper lead placements, a professional workplace behavior, ethics and the legal aspects of healthcare. This program includes 140 hours of classroom lecture and hands on labs.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• BLS for Healthcare Providers and Bloodborne Pathogens certifications. All students attending a WFT Allied Health program must have these certifications. This class is available at WSCC.  Go online to register or contact us for more information.
• Provide proof of 2 MMR vaccinations or a MMR titer test showing immunity to Measles, Mumps and Rubella.
• All textbooks and supplies are included in the tuition
• All other expenses including CPR certification and NHA certification are the responsibility of the student.
• Upon completion of the course, students will be eligible to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) national certification examination. An exam fee is required. This fee will be paid by the student directly to the National Healthcareer Association by registering at www.nhanow.com

Certified Clinical Medical Assistants (CCMAs) are skilled healthcare professionals who enhance patient care in diverse settings. Their expertise includes administering medications, assisting with procedures, recording vital signs, preparing examination rooms, handling lab specimens, and educating patients. CCMAs find opportunities in clinics, hospitals, outpatient centers, and specialists' offices nationwide. Our online Medical Assistant program offers an immersive learning experience designed by industry experts. Students benefit from interactive elements like 3D office scenarios, clinical skill simulations, gamified assessments, and hands-on activities. Live, one-on-one mentoring is also available Monday through Thursday from 8:30 am to 8:00 pm ET and Friday from 8:30 to 5:00 pm ET. The curriculum covers essential clinical and administrative skills, including Human Anatomy, Medical Terminology, Customer Service, and Clinical Medical Assisting. Graduates will be qualified to earn both their Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) and Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) certifications, and can find careers as a Chiropractic Assistant, Clinical Assistant, Medical Office Assistant or Ophthalmic Technician.

Length: 28 weeks

Requirements:

*Web browser with an internet connection

*Course Registration Course payment

*High School Diploma or GED

*Must be, at least, 18 Years of age to take certification exams

*AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications.  Classes are held at WSCC campuses monthly.  Cost:  $80

NOTE:  Some program certifications may require an externship prior to exam eligibility. 

Certified Clinical Medical Assistants (CCMAs) are skilled healthcare professionals who enhance patient care in diverse settings. Their expertise includes administering medications, assisting with procedures, recording vital signs, preparing examination rooms, handling lab specimens, and educating patients. CCMAs find opportunities in clinics, hospitals, outpatient centers, and specialists' offices nationwide. Our online Medical Assistant program offers an immersive learning experience designed by industry experts. Students benefit from interactive elements like 3D office scenarios, clinical skill simulations, gamified assessments, and hands-on activities. Live, one-on-one mentoring is also available Monday through Thursday from 8:30 am to 8:00 pm ET and Friday from 8:30 to 5:00 pm ET. The curriculum covers essential clinical and administrative skills, including Human Anatomy, Medical Terminology, Customer Service, and Clinical Medical Assisting. Graduates will be qualified to earn both their Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) and Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) certifications, and can find careers as a Chiropractic Assistant, Clinical Assistant, Medical Office Assistant or Ophthalmic Technician.

Length: 28 weeks

Requirements:

*Web browser with an internet connection

*Course Registration Course payment

*High School Diploma or GED

*Must be, at least, 18 Years of age to take certification exams

*AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications.  Classes are held at WSCC campuses monthly.  Cost:  $80

NOTE:  Some program certifications may require an externship prior to exam eligibility. 

Certified Clinical Medical Assistants (CCMAs) are skilled healthcare professionals who enhance patient care in diverse settings. Their expertise includes administering medications, assisting with procedures, recording vital signs, preparing examination rooms, handling lab specimens, and educating patients. CCMAs find opportunities in clinics, hospitals, outpatient centers, and specialists' offices nationwide. Our online Medical Assistant program offers an immersive learning experience designed by industry experts. Students benefit from interactive elements like 3D office scenarios, clinical skill simulations, gamified assessments, and hands-on activities. Live, one-on-one mentoring is also available Monday through Thursday from 8:30 am to 8:00 pm ET and Friday from 8:30 to 5:00 pm ET. The curriculum covers essential clinical and administrative skills, including Human Anatomy, Medical Terminology, Customer Service, and Clinical Medical Assisting. Graduates will be qualified to earn both their Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) and Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) certifications, and can find careers as a Chiropractic Assistant, Clinical Assistant, Medical Office Assistant or Ophthalmic Technician.

Length: 28 weeks

Requirements:

*Web browser with an internet connection

*Course Registration Course payment

*High School Diploma or GED

*Must be, at least, 18 Years of age to take certification exams

*AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications.  Classes are held at WSCC campuses monthly.  Cost:  $80

NOTE:  Some program certifications may require an externship prior to exam eligibility. 

Begin your career journey as a Medical Front Office Assistant in just 15 weeks! This online program provides a comprehensive introduction to medical administration, covering key topics such as Human Anatomy, Medical Terminology, Medical Office Procedures, Administration, Microsoft Office, Billing, and Insurance Coding. The Medical Front Office Assistant Certification Program offers 24/7 access to all video lessons, course content, and supplementary materials, allowing for flexible and independent study. Personalized, live one-on-one mentoring is also available Monday through Thursday from 8:30 am to 8:00 pm ET and Friday from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm ET to support you with any questions. Program materials remain accessible for a full 12 months to ensure thorough preparation for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) certification exam, with registration costs covered upon program completion. Graduates of the Medical Front Office Assistant Program, equipped with a CMAA certification, are prepared for essential administrative roles in healthcare settings like clinics, hospitals, and doctors' offices. Required Courses

- PS1011 Professionalism in Allied Health – 2 weeks

- HI1014 Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology – 6 weeks

- MS1000 Microsoft Office Basics – 1 week

- HI1011 Medical Office Procedures and Administration – 6 weeks

Program Length: 15 Weeks 

 Requirements: 

*Web browser with an internet connection

*Course Registration Course payment

*High School Diploma or GED

*Must be, at least, 18 years of age to take certification exams

*AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications.  Classes are held at WSCC campuses monthly.  Cost:  $80

NOTE:  Some online program certifications may require an externship prior to exam eligibility. 

When you begin your career pursuits through the Medical Electronic Health Records Training, you’ll enjoy exciting classes like Human Anatomy, Physiology, Medical Office Procedures, Administration, Microsoft Office Series II, Electronic Health Records, and others. This comprehensive online program prepares you for the proper handling of patient data, fundamental health records and document management, medical office procedures, and so much more.

The Medical Electronic Health Records Program features 24/7 access to the curriculum which includes video and course content, program supplements, and all resources needed for independent study. You can also expect live one-on-one mentoring support offered at your convenience, Monday through Thursday from 8:30 am to 8:00 pm ET and Friday from 8:30 am-6 pm ET for all Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records inquiries and support.

The Medical Electronic Health Records Program promises expert video-based training led by a team of professionals as the chief method of learning. Because the Medical Electronic Health Records online classes are self-paced, you will be able to learn on your schedule following the suggested minimum number of chapters per week designed to aid you in completing your courses in a timely manner.

In addition to your customized individual New Student Orientation, custom Welcome Packages give you access to online textbooks and workbooks, as well as course schedules, personal login credentials, and even promise helps like Flashcards, Quick Reference Study Guides, and textbooks. Online training is delivered via state of a art Learning Management System (LMS).

As a student of the Medical Electronic Health Records Online Program, all training materials are provided for a full 12 months to help you with exam preparation, regardless of the length of your personalized program. When your program is complete, your registration costs to sit for the Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) and Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) certifications are covered. 

After passing the exam (s), you will be qualified for the appropriate handling of personal patient data and health records, as well as document management and security, medical office procedures, and direct contact with patients in clinical settings. As a CEHRS or a CMAA or both, you may be called upon to perform crucial tasks in doctor’s offices, laboratories, urgent care centers, nursing home facilities, hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings.

On graduating from the Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records Online Certification & Training Program and passing your exam(s) you will find exciting new career opportunities available to you including Electronic Health Records Specialist, Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator, Medical Office Computer Specialist/Assistant, Patient Services Representative, and more!

Required Courses

PS1011  Professionalism in Allied Health - 2 weeks

HI 1014  Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology - 6 weeks

MS 1000  Microsoft Office Basics - 1 week

HI 1011  Medical Office Procedures and Administration - 6 weeks

HI 1018  Electronic Health Records

Length of Program:  19 weeks

Requirements 

• Web browser with an internet connection
• Course Registration
• Course payment
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be, at least, 18 years of age to take certification exams
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications.  Classes are held at WSCC campuses monthly.  Cost:  $80

NOTE:  Some online program certifications may require an externship prior to exam eligibility. 

The 24-week online Patient Care Technician certification training program equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to work directly with patients across various healthcare settings. This program combines video lectures by expert instructors with hands-on simulations, interactive virtual environments, and practical skills demonstrations. Throughout the program, you’ll learn to assist healthcare providers in performing both basic and advanced clinical tasks. The curriculum covers essential subjects like anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, patient preparation, safety and compliance, medical law and ethics, and basic lab procedures. This immersive program tests your understanding at each step, ensuring you're well-prepared for the comprehensive final exams and certification process. Patient care involves not only addressing disease and injury but also emphasizing rehabilitation, chronic care, and patient education. In this role, you’ll support nurses and physicians by implementing individualized patient care plans.

Upon completion, you’ll be eligible to sit for the Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Career paths for certified graduates include roles as Certified Nursing Assistants, Home Care Aides, Resident Care Assistants, and more. Graduates are encouraged to pursue supervised Phlebotomy and EKG tasks post-employment, fulfilling additional requirements for Certified EKG Technician (CET) or Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certifications.

Courses: -PS1011 – Professionalism in Allied Health – 2 weeks

-HI7011 – Fundamentals of Patient Care – 8 weeks

-HI6012 – Electrocardiography – 4 weeks

- HI6011– Phlebotomy – 4 weeks

- HI1014 – Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology – 6 weeks

Total Program Duration: 24 weeks

Upon completing the program, you will:

- Acquire a solid understanding of medical terminology, disease processes, and fundamental anatomy and physiology.

- Understand essential patient care responsibilities, including bathing, feeding, and catheter care.

- Learn to perform safety checks and maintain cleanliness in patient environments.

- Recognize the significance of special care needs and patient concerns.

- Gain familiarity with EKG readings and the monitoring of vital signs.

- Understand the roles and responsibilities associated with effective communication and professionalism in healthcare settings. This comprehensive training will prepare you to excel in your role and provide high-quality care to patients.

REQUIREMENTS

*Web browser with an internet connection

*Course registration

*Course payment

*High School Diploma or GED

*AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications. This class is offered at WSCC campuses each month. Cost: $80

NOTE:  Some online program certifications may require an externship prior to exam eligibility. 

The Phlebotomy Technician program includes 10 weeks of classroom and skill training designed to provide didactic and clinical instruction in venipuncture. Altogether, the 70-hour Phlebotomy Technician Program prepares professionals to collect blood specimens from clients for the purpose of laboratory analysis. Students will become familiar with all aspects related to blood collection and develop comprehensive skills to perform venipunctures completely and safely. Classroom work includes terminology, anatomy and physiology; blood collection procedures; specimen hands-on practice; and clinical training in skills and techniques to perform puncture methods. The program also includes lab exercises, live blood draws, work with a training arm, and other exercises intended to prepare students to function as an entry-level Phlebotomy Technician.

Forty successful venipunctures in a clinical setting are required, and although optional, it must be completed if the student wishes to take the National Healthcareer Association certification exam. Please see externship requirements.

WSCC Requirements:

• Students must present a High School Diploma or GED on the first night of class.
• Textbooks can be purchased at the Walters State Bookstore at the Morristown campus or from any online vendor.
  • Phlebotomy Essentials 8th Edition, Ruth E. McCall,  Textbook and Workbook Package, ISBN: 9781284292732. Cost:  $160
• All students attending an Allied Health program in the Division of Workforce Training are required to receive the CPR-BLS and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications.  The course is offered each month at WSCC campuses.  Cost: $80
• Externship placement program requirements:
  • Criminal Background Check – Truescreen 10-panel drug screen
  • HPSO Professional Liability Insurance
  • TB/PPS test w/negative results - prices vary ($25)
  • Flu vaccine - prices vary ($25)
  • Hep B – 3 dose series
  • Measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) – 2 doses
  • Varicella (chicken pox) vaccine – 2 doses
  • Scrubs, white shoes
  • Externship sites may have additional requirements and costs incurred will be the student’s responsibility Some externship facilities do require current personal health insurance coverage
  • Upon successful completion of the externship, students will be eligible to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) national certification examination. A fee is required and paid directly to the NHA.
  • All prices are subject to change without notice.

Board of Dentistry approved 120-hour course. This course covers all aspects of dentistry including, but not limited to, anatomy and physiology; tooth morphology; infection control, and restorative dentistry along with all areas of radiology in the dental office. Students will be required to provide verification and documentation of 30 additional hours of observation at a dental office. Students are responsible for arranging their own observation experience and it is to be completed no later than the last day of class. After the successful completion of the RDA course, the students will register as Dental Assistants with the Tennessee Board of Dentistry. To meet the requirements, students must complete the RDA program, be 18 years of age, possess a high school diploma or GED, provide a completed background check, provide a copy of the BLS for Healthcare Providers CPR certification and pay a registration fee. 

WSCC RDA Program Requirements: Students must be 18 years of age. Provide a copy of a High School Diploma or GED. Obtain the BLS for Healthcare Providers and Bloodborne Pathogens certifications. All students attending a n/c Allied Health program in the Division of Workforce Training are required to receive the CPR-BLS and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications. Walters State offers this course.  The cost is $80.

Students must purchase their own books for this course. They can be purchased at the Walters State Bookstore or at any online vendor. Modern Dental Assisting, 14th edition Hardcover by Debbie S. Robinson, CDA, MS  ISBN : 9780323824408 Student Workbook for Modern Dental Assisting 14th edition by Debbie S. Robinson ,CDA, MS ISBN: 9780443120312 Scrubs and/or lab coat 30 hours of observation in a dental office. Cost is $214.00. 

TN Board of Dentistry Registration Requirements:

Successful completion of the RDA training program

A valid high school diploma or GED

Be, at least, 18 years of age.

Possess a passport-size photograph taken within 12 months of application

Two (2) original letters of recommendation from licensed professionals

Copy of current CPR certification (BLS for Healthcare Providers)

Proof of U.S. or Canadian citizenship or evidence of being legally entitled to live in the U.S.  (e.g., copy of birth certificate, U.S. passport, naturalization papers, or current visa status.)  All applicants must complete, sign, and have notarized the Declaration of Citizenship form and submit the documents required by the Declaration of Citizenship form.  

A criminal background check is required.  For instructions to obtain a criminal background check, see TN Board of Dentistry application. $15 Dental Radiology Form and $40 Application (Both of these applications are to be submitted to the state upon completing the course. Separate payments to the state are required.)

Jurisprudence Exam Chapter 0460-05: Rule 0460-05-.03,(b) 9; General Rules Governing Schools, Programs and Courses for Dentists, Dental Hygienists, and Registered Dental Assistants: The students must be informed that any conviction must be explained to the Board of Dentistry with their application for registration and that all court documents regarding any conviction must be submitted. The Board of Dentistry reviews all court documents required to be submitted with the application for registration and they may deny registration or require an appearance before the Board before deciding to issue or deny the registration.

https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/rules/0460/0460-05.20170501.pdf

Board of Dentistry approved 120-hour course. This course covers all aspects of dentistry including, but not limited to, anatomy and physiology; tooth morphology; infection control, and restorative dentistry along with all areas of radiology in the dental office. Students will be required to provide verification and documentation of 30 additional hours of observation at a dental office. Students are responsible for arranging their own observation experience and it is to be completed no later than the last day of class. After the successful completion of the RDA course, the students will register as Dental Assistants with the Tennessee Board of Dentistry. To meet the requirements, students must complete the RDA program, be 18 years of age, possess a high school diploma or GED, provide a completed background check, provide a copy of the BLS for Healthcare Providers CPR certification and pay a registration fee. 

WSCC RDA Program Requirements: Students must be 18 years of age. Provide a copy of a High School Diploma or GED. Obtain the BLS for Healthcare Providers and Bloodborne Pathogens certifications. All students attending a n/c Allied Health program in the Division of Workforce Training are required to receive the CPR-BLS and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications. Walters State offers this course.  The cost is $80.

Students must purchase their own books for this course. They can be purchased at the Walters State Bookstore or at any online vendor. Modern Dental Assisting, 14th edition Hardcover by Debbie S. Robinson, CDA, MS  ISBN : 9780323824408 Student Workbook for Modern Dental Assisting 14th edition by Debbie S. Robinson ,CDA, MS ISBN: 9780443120312 Scrubs and/or lab coat 30 hours of observation in a dental office. Cost is $214.00. 

TN Board of Dentistry Registration Requirements:

Successful completion of the RDA training program

A valid high school diploma or GED

Be, at least, 18 years of age.

Possess a passport-size photograph taken within 12 months of application

Two (2) original letters of recommendation from licensed professionals

Copy of current CPR certification (BLS for Healthcare Providers)

Proof of U.S. or Canadian citizenship or evidence of being legally entitled to live in the U.S.  (e.g., copy of birth certificate, U.S. passport, naturalization papers, or current visa status.)  All applicants must complete, sign, and have notarized the Declaration of Citizenship form and submit the documents required by the Declaration of Citizenship form.  

A criminal background check is required.  For instructions to obtain a criminal background check, see TN Board of Dentistry application. $15 Dental Radiology Form and $40 Application (Both of these applications are to be submitted to the state upon completing the course. Separate payments to the state are required.)

Jurisprudence Exam Chapter 0460-05: Rule 0460-05-.03,(b) 9; General Rules Governing Schools, Programs and Courses for Dentists, Dental Hygienists, and Registered Dental Assistants: The students must be informed that any conviction must be explained to the Board of Dentistry with their application for registration and that all court documents regarding any conviction must be submitted. The Board of Dentistry reviews all court documents required to be submitted with the application for registration and they may deny registration or require an appearance before the Board before deciding to issue or deny the registration.

https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/rules/0460/0460-05.20170501.pdf