Binghamton City
School District
Fast Forward Courses
NOW OFFERED at
Binghamton High School
HST 100 - Seminar in Health Sciences This course will present an overview of the health science
professions including, but not limited to, those offered at Broome Community College. The focus will be on both in-depth
exploration of individual health careers and on how these professions collaborate and interrelate. An introduction to
professional behavior and cultural diversity will be included. The class will also help students to develop learning
strategies to enhance academic success and acquire a working knowledge of campus services.
HIT 106 - Medical Terminology A study of the language of medicine, including suffixes, prefixes and root
words. Emphasis on terminology associated with the anatomic systems.
Advatages of The Fast Forward Program through Broome Community College
and earn college credit while simultaneously earning high school credit.
normal school day, and are taught by high school teachers in cooperation with
BCC
lassroom with their instructor.
of the course(s) they wish to take (example: Regents Biology).
Students pay $0 in tuition.
https://www.sunybroome.edu/ff
Earn college credit
while simultaneously earning
high school credit!
HIT 106 - Medical Terminology A study of the language of medicine, including suffixes,
prefixes and root words. Emphasis on terminology associated with the anatomic systems.
.Credits: 3
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
1. Develop an appreciation for the historical development of the medical language.
2. Identify and define the five basic word parts.
3. Understand the concept of analyzing and defining medical terms.
4. Recognize the rules on word building and be able to apply these rules when building medical terms from
given definitions.
5. Define, pronounce, and correctly spell the word parts (combining forms, suffixes, and prefixes) presented
within each chapter.
6. Define, pronounce, and correctly spell medical terms related to body structure, color, and oncology.
7. Define, pronounce, and correctly spell terms which are used to describe directional terms, anatomic planes,
regions, and quadrants.
8. Define, pronounce, and correctly spell disease and disorder, surgical, diagnostic, and complementary terms
that are associated with the following body systems: Integumentary, Respiratory, Urinary, Male and Female
Reproductive, Obstetrics and Neonatology, Cardiovascular, Immune, Blood, and Lymphatic, Digestive, Eye,
Ear, Musculoskeletal, Nervous, and Endocrine.
9. Identify, interpret, and correctly spell medical abbreviations associated with the above mentioned anatomic
systems.
10. Interpret, read, and comprehend the medical language in simulated medical statements and documents
HST 100 - Seminar in Health Sciences This course will present an overview of the health
science professions including, but not limited to, those offered at Broome Community College. The focus will
be on both in-depth exploration of individual health careers and on how these professions collaborate and
interrelate. An introduction to professional behavior and cultural diversity will be included. The class will also
help students to develop learning strategies to enhance academic success and acquire a working knowledge
of campus services.
Credits: 1
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
1. Identify one’s own learning style and employ strategies that can facilitate academic success.
2. Identify the various student resources found on campus that are available to help each student achieve
educational goals.
3. Identify one’s own plan for academic success at BCC and be familiar with the various academic policies in
place that affect each student.
4. Be familiar with the guidelines of HIPAA, and understand who it affects, as well as how to abide by the
legislative guidelines of this policy.
5. Be familiar with the principles of ethical and professional behavior that is required of a healthcare
professional.
6. Explain the importance of cultural awareness as it relates to healthcare.
7. Explain the importance of becoming an effective communicator in the role of a healthcare professional.
Career Pathways at Broome Community College
in the Health Sciences
Clinical Laboratory Technologies Department
Clinical Laboratory Technician - Traditional Program, A.A.S.
Clinical Laboratory Technician- Online Program, A.A.S.
Clinical Laboratory Technician - Fast Track Program, A.A.S.
Histological Technician, Online (Post-Associate Certificate)
Phlebotomy, Certificate
Dental Hygiene Department
Dental Hygiene, A.A.S.
Health Information Technology Department
Health Information Technology, A.A.S.
Health Information Technology, Online (In Development)
Medical Transcription, Certificate
Medical Assisting and Health Studies Department
Individual Studies- Health Science, A.A.S.
Individual Studies- Health Science, A.S.
Medical Assistant, A.A.S.
Medical Administrative Skills, Certificate
Nursing Department
Nursing, A.A.S.
Nursing- Evening Weekender, A.A.S.
Physical Therapist Department
Physical Therapist Assistant, A.A.S.
Physical Therapy Aide, Certificate (In Development)
Radiologic Technology Department
Radiologic Technology, A.A.S.
Computed Tomography, Online (Post-Associate Certificate)
Contact the Fast Forward Center at BCC
Email: fastforward@sunybroome.edu
Phone: 607-778- 5619
Fax: 607-778-5108
Mail:
Fast Forward Center
Broome Community College Applied Technology, Room 209 P.O. Box 1017 Binghamton, NY 13901
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the BCC Fast Forward Program?
BCC Fast Forward is a program which makes it possible for you to take college-level courses, and earn college credit at
your high school. This allows you to be better prepared for the transition from high school to college, and earn college
credits that can be transferred to many colleges and universities in New York State and throughout the country. The
courses are offered by the high school, delivered at the high school site as part of the normal school day, and are taught
by qualified high school teachers in cooperation with college mentors.
BCC is on a fall/spring semester schedule. The majority of Fast Forward classes are offered in either the fall or spring
semester. The fall semester begins in September/October and the spring semester begins in January/February. Fast
Forward also offers some courses over both semesters.
NACEP Accreditation
The BCC Fast Forward program is fully accredited by NACEP – National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships.
BCC is one of only 83 U.S. colleges to have attained this prestigious designation. As such, you can be assured that Fast
Forward meets the highest quality standards.
What are the benefits?
Every BCC Fast Forward student has all of the privileges and responsibilities of a part-time student at BCC. You can even
obtain a BCC ID card which will give you access to the libraries at Broome Community College and Binghamton
University, to BCC sporting events, as well as discounts at local stores. Taking certain courses now will also give you a
head start on general course requirements when you enroll in college after high school.
You will also be given a BCC ID number (B#) and access to MyCollege - Broome’s student web portal, which will be your
doorway to real-time student information. With MyCollege, you can check your schedule, pay your bill, and learn about
campus events.
Please visit this page for BCC student rights and responsibilities.
What is the cost?
The cost to BCC Fast Forward students is $0. Depending on your course, there may be additional costs for textbooks and
materials, but this would be determined by the high school.
How many credits can I take?
While you are in high school, you may not take more than 11 credits, in either the Fast Forward program or classes
offered on the BCC campus with discounted tuition. If you wish to take 12+ credits, you will be charged full-time tuition.
Can I change my mind about Fast Forward courses?
If you wish to consider formally withdrawing from the course, there are important dates to consider. Please note that
the withdrawal/drop process begins with a student request via the BCC Drop/Add Form included in this folder. The
withdrawal dates are listed below, by term. All program teachers are also aware of the withdrawal dates. Failure to
properly withdraw from a course will result in the student receiving the grade he/she earned in the course. Students
who no longer attend class, quit school, or move out of the school district also need to be withdrawn from their BCC Fast
Forward classes. Withdrawing from a course may affect a student’s future Satisfactory Academic Progress at BCC.
Will other colleges accept the course credits I earn in Fast Forward classes at my high school?
Typically, students who have earned at least a grade of a “C” or better have successfully transferred credit to a number
of schools. Although most colleges and universities do accept these credits, it is in your own best interest to contact your
choice of schools to discuss any concurrent enrollment classes that you are interested in, prior to taking the course(s).
To start the transfer process, request a transcript from the BCC Registrar’s office, through your MyCollege account, or
visit this page
What is a transcript?
A transcript is a written record of your grades. Once you are enrolled in a Fast Forward course, an official college
transcript will be generated, and every course grade that you earn will be recorded. Your transcript will be updated at
the completion of every semester.
If you enroll at BCC after high school, your Fast Forward course grades will be configured into your GPA. If you enroll at a
different college, credit may be transferable, but grades are not.
How do I get started?
For students: Contact your guidance counselor or principal to find out how you can join the 1,000+ students around the
area already getting head starts on their college educations through the BCC Fast Forward program.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are a high school or a home-schooled student wishing to take BCC courses on campus, please visit
the Early College web-page for more information