Health, Allied
College of Rural and Community Development
Community and Technical College
907-455-2887
www.ctc.uaf.edu/programs/health/
Certificate; A.A.S. Degree; Occupational Endorsement
Minimum Requirements for Endorsement: 9-13 credits
The occupational endorsements in allied health give students the knowledge and technical skills for employment in health care. Occupational endorsements are available in medical billing, medical coding, medical office reception and nurse aide.
Special admission, licensing or certification requirements may apply to students in this program. Applicants should familiarize themselves with these and speak with a faculty advisor if they have any questions or concerns.
Medical Billing and Medical Coding
The occupational endorsements in medical billing and medical coding prepare students for employment in medical offices, clinics, hospitals and other medical facilities. Students in the program learn analysis of medical records and the assigning of codes for indexing diagnoses and procedures to provide information for reimbursement purposes.
Medical Office Reception
Students receive education in the theory and skills for both office work and clinical care. Prerequisites for the program include a high school diploma or GED.
Nurse Aide
The nurse aide occupational endorsement provides education and training to students in theory and basic nursing skills necessary to become efficient and productive health care team members. Students who successfully complete the program will be prepared to sit for the state of Alaska nurse aide examination for certification. This program is open to those who can document a high school diploma or GED and 10th-grade reading level by exam, or who have the instructor’s permission. Students must also be in good physical condition (capable of repeatedly lifting 50 pounds) and have the following immunizations: hepatitis B full series, two MMRs, chickenpox vaccine (or titer to prove immunity to MMR/chickenpox) and have a negative PPD for tuberculosis within the past year.
Information on any of the allied health programs is available from the Allied Health Division at the Community and Technical College, PO Box 758040, Fairbanks, AK 99775; by calling 907-455-2822; by email at fyhealth@uaf.edu; or at www.ctc.uaf.edu/health/.
Medical Billing -- Occupational Endorsement Program
- Complete the following admissions requirement: Be at least 16 years old by the first day of the semester in which you are admitted.
- Complete the general university requirements.
- Complete the occupational endorsement requirements.
- Complete the following:*
CIOS F150--Computer Business Applications (3)
or documentation of computer skills and approved elective--3 credits
HLTH F100--Medical Terminology--3 credits
HLTH F236--Outpatient Health Care Reimbursement--3 credits
HLTH F237--Inpatient Health Care Reimbursement--3 credits - Minimum credits required--12 credits
* Students must earn a C- or better in each course.
Medical Coding -- Occupational Endorsement Program
- Complete the following admissions requirement: Be at least 16 years old by the first day of the semester in which you are admitted.
- Complete the general university requirements.
- Complete the occupational endorsement requirements.
- Complete the following:*
CIOS F150--Computer Business Applications (3)
or documentation of computer skills and approved elective--3 credits
HLTH F100--Medical Terminology--3 credits
HLTH F208--Human Diseases--3 credits
HLTH F235--Medical Coding**--4 credits - Minimum credits required--13 credits
* Students must earn a C- or better in each course.
** Must complete HLTH F235 with a B grade or better.
Medical Office Reception -- Occupational Endorsement Program
- Complete the following admissions requirement: Be at least 16 years old by the first day of the semester in which you are admitted.
- Complete the general university requirements.
- Complete the occupational endorsement requirements.
- Complete the following:*
CIOS F150--Computer Business Applications (3)
or documentation of computer skills and approved elective--3 credits
HLTH F100--Medical Terminology--3 credits
HLTH F110--Professional Skills in the Workplace--2 credits
HLTH F118--Medical Law and Ethics--2 credits
HLTH F132--Administrative Procedures I--2 credits - Minimum credits required--;12 credits
* Students must earn a C- or better in each course.
Nurse Aide -- Occupational Endorsement Program
- Complete the following admissions requirement: Be at least 18 years old by the first day of the semester in which you are admitted.
- Complete the general university requirements.
- Complete the occupational endorsement requirements.
- Complete the following:
HLTH F107--Nurse Aide Training (9)
or HLTH F111--Personal Care Attendant Training (4)
and HLTH F113--Personal Care Attendant to Nursing Assistant Bridge (5)--9 credits - Minimum credits required--9 credits