Overview
The Healthcare Foundations Certificate provides entry-level knowledge for students who want to begin work in a healthcare field. Students gain basic understanding of medical terminology and patient care skills.
The certificate also provides foundational knowledge and skills for professionals in non-healthcare careers to enable them to address healthcare-related issues.
Related Programs
Health Science Technology (HSCT)Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMSC and DMSG)Contacts
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Career Outlook
Graduates Are Prepared To
- Gain entry-level employment in a healthcare organization
- Address healthcare-related issues in professional settings outside of healthcare
Representative Job Titles For Graduates
- Clinical Assistant
- Patient Representative
- Patient Registration Representative
Graduate Employment Outlook
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, entry-level health care workers in the long-term care sector, in particular, constitute one of the largest and fastest-growing workforces in the U.S., and play a vital role in job creation and economic growth, particularly in low-income communities.
$15/hr - $19/hr
Graduate Starting Salary Projections
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Curriculum
Effective 2024-2025 academic year
Healthcare Foundations Certificate (HFC)
| Semester 1 | Lec | Lab | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MCH 104 | Comprehensive Medical Terminology | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| MCH 13X Patient Care Elective | 1 | 3 | 2 | |
| Total Credits: | 4 | 3 | 5 | |
Electives
| Patient Care Elective | ||
| MCH 138 | Patient Care Skills | 2 |
| MCH 130 | Nurse Aide Training | 4 |