2008-2009
SEVIS-INTERNATIONAL STUDENT
APPLICATION &
PROGRAM INFORMATION
REVISION 1.0
Table of Contents
APPLICATION CHECKLIST .............................................................................................................. 3
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION .......................................................... 4
PROGRAMS .................................................................................................................................. 6
VOCATIONAL NURSING ............................................................................................................................. 6
LVN TO RN ADN TRANSITION ................................................................................................................. 12
MEDICAL ASSISTING ............................................................................................................................... 18
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN .......................................................................................................................... 21
GLOSSARY .................................................................................................................................. 26
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Application Checklist
DO NOT SEND THIS CHECKLIST WITH YOUR APPLICATION
HAVE YOU...
Completed the International Student Application for Admission form ?
Provided all required information and signed the application form ?
Enclosed payment for $ 125 USD non refundable application fee ? Only credit card, cashier’s check or money orders are
accepted. Please make payment in U.S. Dollars payable to Unitek College.
Enclosed Financial Documentation: An official bank statement or letter from the student or the student’s financial
sponsor.
Affixed adequate postage to your envelope ?
YOU SHOULD...
Keep copies of your application and personal statement
Send your application to:
Unitek College
International Student Application Processing
Attention: Eileen Phung
4670 Auto Mall Parkway
Fremont, CA 94538
USA
Mail only original application form, fees, and personal statement to the processing service address.
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4670 Auto Mall Parkway
Fremont, California 94538
888 825 6273
International Student Application for Admission
Student Information (Please print)
1 FULL LEGAL NAME
Last Name
First Name
MI
Name on previous academic records, If different from above
Social Security Number (If any)
2
Suffix ( Jr.,III, etc.)
Passport Number
Individual Taxpayer ID Number (optional)
Driver’s License Number (If any)
Driver’s License Issue State
CONTACT INFORMATION
Permanent Mailing Address
City
State
U.S. Telephone Number (Area code – Number)
Country
Zip Code
International Postal Code
Current Mailing Address - Enter only if different from permanent mailing address
City
State
U.S. Telephone Number (Area code – Number)
Country
Zip Code
International Postal Code
Email Address
3
YOUR PLACE OF BIRTH
City
State
Date of Birth
Gender
Country of citizenship
Male
4
Country
Native Language
Female
EDUCATION
Highest Level of Education ( check only one)
Did not graduate and no longer attend
Currently Enrolled in High School
Received Certificate of Proficiency
Received foreign high school diploma
What is your choice of Program of Study ?
Medical Assistant (6 months)
Program Start Date:
Pharmacy Technician (6 months)
Program End Date:
Received high school diploma from U.S.
Received GED
Some college
Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree or higher
Vocational Nursing (11 months)
Academic Term:
LVN to RN (8 months)
Months
5
PROFICIENCY EXAM
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
Test Score:
Test Date:
6
Nurse Entrance Test (NET) – Applicable to nursing students only
Test Score:
Test Date:
VISA INFORMATION
Are you a United States permanent resident ?
Yes
No
Do you presently have a United States Visa ?
Are you a United States citizen ?
Yes
Indicate your current immigration status:
No
Immigrant/U.S Permanent Resident
Refugee
Are you a transfer student currently in the United States with an I-20 ?
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Nonimmigrant
Yes
7
No If yes, what type ?
Yes
No If yes, what school issued your I-20 ?
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ELIGIBILITY- All student requesting an I-20 must demonstrate evidence of financial support for their stay in the U.S.
Financial Declaration: Below is an approximate cost of each program at Unitek College, which includes tuition, fees, equipment and textbooks. According to:
http://www.alliancetnva.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=32&Itemid=52 the monthly cost of living is approximately $2000 per month.
An additional $2,000.00 per session is required for each dependant included on the Form I-20.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
VOCATIONAL NURSING
LVN to RN
Registration Fee:
Books:
Equipment & Supplies:
Lab & Certification:
Service Charge:
Training Costs:
TOTAL TUITION:
$ 75.00**
$100.00**
$120.00**
$150.00**
$ 78.00**
$ 11,455.00
$ 11,978.00
Registration Fee:
Books:
Equipment & Supplies:
Lab & Certification:
Service Charge:
Training Costs:
TOTAL TUITION:
$ 75.00**
$ 190.00**
$ 120.00**
$ 279.00**
$ 75.00**
$ 10,239.00
$ 10,975.00
Registration Fee:
Books:
Pre Requisites
Core
Equipment & Supplies:
Lab Fees
Uniform(s)
Service Charge:
Pre-Requisites:
Training Costs:
TOTAL TUITION:
$ 75.00**
$ 164.50++
$ 350.00**
$ 140.00**
$ 125.00**
$ 100.00**
$ 133.00**
$ 3,000.00
$ 29,375.00
$ 33,298.00
Indicate the person or organizations responsible for your expenses during your stay:
Myself (Please attach an original bank letter with the amount indicated in U.S. Dollars)
My Parents (Please attach an original bank letter with the amount indicated in U.S. Dollars)
Sponsor (Please attach original scholarship letter or sponsor letter in English)
Name of person or organization responsible for the payment of your expenses
Relationship to Student
Parent
Other Relative
Registration Fee:
Books:
Pre – Requisites
Core
Equipment & Supplies:
Uniform:
Exam & License Fees:
Service Charge:
RSG 300 Pre Requisite
Training Costs:
TOTAL TUITION:
Friend
$
75.00
$ 290.45
$ 524.55
$ 125.00
$ 100.00
$ 240.00
$ 145.00
$ 3,000.00
$ 34,265.45
$ 38,475.00
Other
Address
City
State
Telephone Number
Country
Zip Code
International Postal Code
Signature of applicant
Date
Print Name
Signature of Financial Guarantor
Date
Financial Guarantor
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
Visa Type:
F-1
M-1
Admission Number:
F-2
M-2
Issue Reason:
Initial Attendance
Initial Attendance – Change of Status Requested
Application Fee Received:
Program Enrolled:
MA
PT
VN
Continued Attendance
Reinstatement Requested
English Proficiency:
LVN to RN
Confirmed
Not Eligible
Additional Notes:
AFFIX
STUDENT
PHOTO
HERE
Staff Signature:
Date:
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Programs
Vocational Nursing
Program Overview
The program aims to train students as competent skilled nurses. Upon completion of the program, the graduate Vocational
Nurse will be able to:

Collaborate effectively with clients, families, health care team, and community resources to provide holistic care.

Assist in the formulation of a systematic problem-solving approach to deliver basic nursing care to clients and
implement approaches within ethical-legal limitations.

Assist in the coordination of patient care as a member of the health care team within the organizational framework
of a structured health care setting.

Assume responsibility as a member of the nursing profession by demonstrating accountability for practice,
promoting the practice of vocational nursing and participating in health promotion.
The program is approved by the California board of vocational nursing.
Corresponding Occupation:
Student receives a certificate of completion on completing the program. The program prepares the students to be able to sit
for the state board exam. Upon passing the NCLEX-PN exam employment as a Licensed Vocational Nurse can be obtained.
Pricing (all campuses):
Registration Fee:
Books:
Pre-Requisites
Core
Equipment & Supplies
Lab Fees
Uniform
Service Charge:
Pre-Requisites:
Tuition:
TOTAL:
+ = Included in Pre-Requisites
$
75.00*
$ 164.50+
$
350.00
$ 140.00*
$ 125.00*
$ 100.00*
$ 133.00*
$ 3,000.00*
$ 29,375.00
$ 33,298.00
Hours:
The Vocational Nursing Program consists of: 1569 clock hours, 603 hours of theory and 966 hours of lab and clinical
application. The program is 11 months in length or 43 weeks. Class is held 40 hours per week.
Level I
VN201: Nursing Fundamentals
VN202: Anatomy & Physiology I
VN203: Basic Skills
VN204: Basic Clinical
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VN205: Medical Surgical I
VN206: Clinical I
VN207: Level I Lab
Level II
VN208: Anatomy & Physiology II
VN209: Pharmacology
VN210: Maternal/Newborn Nursing
VN211: Nutrition
VN212: Medical Surgical II
VN213: Gerontology
VNEXT1: Clinical II
VN214: Level II Lab
Level III
VNEXT2: Anatomy & Physiology III
VN215: Pediatrics
VNEXT3: Surgical Nursing III
VN216: Clinical III
VN217: Psychology – Mental Health Nursing
VN218: Leadership and Supervisory Role
VNEXT4: Level III Lab
Maximum class size is 36 students.
Core vs. Alternate Standing:
The students who passed the prerequisites with the highest grade and who score the highest points in the interview will be
given the core seats. In case two or more students have the same grades in the prerequisites, points assigned in the
interview will be utilized to make the final student selection for core seats. Students who have successfully completed the
prerequisites and met all of the admission criteria will be assigned core seats in the next available VN program. Nonetheless,
if no Core students withdraw from the class, those alternate students are then given a seat in our next available class. We
currently have the following start months: January, March, May and July or September; for example, a January, March and
May Alternate student that is not admitted would need to pause for two months and continue into the Core training in either
March, May, July or September.
PREREQUISITES
Description: The prerequisites are part of the admission criteria to the program. The prerequisites consist of approximately
80 hours it can be provided in a four (4) week period, twenty (20) hours per week in class, or in a three (3) week period,
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approximately twenty seven (27) hours per week in class. During this time the student is provided an introduction to the
Vocational Nursing programs, criteria, content and demanding fast pace of content and practicum. Students must complete
the prerequisites with a grade average of 75% or higher. The following are the topics covered in the prerequisites:
1.
Skills
2.
Learning Inventory
3.
Study Colors (Identification of types of Personality)
4.
Introduction to:
a)
Nursing related specific topics:

Levels of education in nursing and role of the LVN.

Communication in health care

Web search related to nursing

Critical thinking with related activities
b) Medical Terminology as related to anatomy and physiology
c)
Microbiology and Infection Control
d) Dosage Calculation - Math for meds
e)
Anatomy and Physiology (overview /intro to several primary systems)

Skeletal System

Muscular System

Cardiovascular System

Respiratory System

Digestive System

Urinary System

Nervous System
Purpose: Identify the student’s:
a)
Study skills
b) Learning styles
c)
Ability to maintain fast pace
d) Organizational skills
e)
Ability to follow directions
f)
Ability to pass quizzes with a score of 75% or higher.
In addition the prerequisites assist in identifying students at risk that may not succeed in the core classes of the vocational
Nursing Program. It also provides an opportunity to counsel them and developed plans of action consisting of (Examples):

Changes in study habits

Setting goals

Developing study guides and tutoring of the students as indicated.
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CORE PROGRAM OVERVIEW
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Vocational Nursing Program consists of: 1569 clock hours, 603 hours of theory and 966 hours of lab and clinical
application. The program is 11months in length or 43 weeks. The following are the levels and courses in each level:
Level I
Nursing Fundamentals
Course description: This course provides an introduction to the nursing profession subject matter includes: Nursing history
and trends, trans-cultural nursing & health (spiritual and cultural diversity), human needs and wellness, community health,
therapeutic communication, nurse client relationships, terminology and abbreviations, legal-ethical issues in nursing,
infection prevention and control, Nursing Process ( inclusive of data collection / assessment and basic documentation, and
growth and development. Includes classroom and lab time
Anatomy & Physiology I
Course description: This course provides an introduction to anatomy and physiology. Subject matter includes: Overview of
Body Systems and Body Functions, and Integumentary System. It includes classroom and lab time.
Basic Skills
Course description: This course provides instruction towards mastery of entry level nursing skills and competencies. Subject
matter includes: Introduction to basic recording, charting/reporting, hand-washing / medical asepsis, vital signs, height &
weight, admissions, transfer and discharge, safety, personal hygiene, feeding, elimination, body mechanics. The nursing
process is utilized as the foundation for all nursing interventions and care. It includes classroom and lab time.
Basic clinical
Course description: This course provides detailed instruction and training, direct client interaction and care, mastery of entry
level nursing skills in a long term care facility. The Nursing Process is utilized as a foundation for all nursing interventions.
Medical Surgical Nursing I
Course description: This course provides detailed instruction and training related to nursing procedures and care of the
individual client with medical surgical disorders. Subject matter Includes: Care of the client with disorders of the
Integumentary system, care of the client in pain, care of the pre and post surgical client ,oncology & care of the dying patient.
Content is taught focusing on the client’s needs across the lifespan. The nursing process is utilized as the foundation for all
nursing interventions. It includes classroom and lab time.
Clinical I
Course description: This course provides detailed education, training and clinical/work based experience, in a variety of
settings. Care is provided focusing on the individual’s needs across the life span. The Nursing Process is utilized as the
foundation for all nursing interventions.
Level I lab
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LEVEL II
Anatomy & Physiology II
Course description: This course provides detailed instruction on the structures and functions of the human body. Subject
matter includes: Musculoskeletal, Respiratory System, Cardiovascular System, Blood & Lymph and Immune Systems,
Reproductive systems (male and female) Genitourinary. Includes classroom and lab time
Pharmacology
Course Description: This course provides instruction and training in medication administration. Subject matter includes;
Math review, systems of measurements, dosage calculations, regulatory agencies guidelines, drug categories/classifications,
with nursing assessment, intervention and evaluation of drug therapy. Nursing process is utilized in the administration of
medications. Course includes didactic, lab and clinical application.
Maternal / Newborn Nursing
Course Description: This course provides instruction on care of the woman during the stages of pregnancy and care of the
newborn. Subject matter includes: Prenatal care, assessment of normal pregnancy, fetal development, discomforts of
pregnancy, intervention for care of the newborn, post-partum care, possible complications, high risk pregnancy, high risk
labor and delivery inclusive of concepts applicable to basic needs and support of the family during the period of change. The
Nursing Process is utilized as the foundation for all nursing interventions. Course includes classroom, lab time.
Nutrition
Course Description: This course provides instruction and skills related to basic nutrition and nutritional needs. Subject
matter includes: Basic precepts and guidelines; Cultural, social and religious influences; Excesses and deficit in nutrition;
Diets: therapeutic diets, house diets and modified diets; special care patients and nutritional support.
Medical Surgical Nursing II
Course Description: This course provides further detailed instruction and training related to nursing procedures and care of
the individual client with medical surgical disorders across the life span. Subject matter includes care of the patient / client
with: Disorders of the Musculoskeletal System; Disorders of the Respiratory System, Disorders of the Cardiovascular System
inclusive of Peripheral Vascular Disorders; Disorders of the Blood, Lymph and Immune Systems, Disorders of the
Genitourinary System, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Rehabilitation Nursing and impaired communication. Content is taught
focusing on the client’s needs across the lifespan. The Nursing Process is utilized as the foundation for all nursing
interventions. It includes classroom and lab time.
Gerontology
Course Description: This course provides instruction and skills on care of the older adult / geriatric client. Subject matter
includes: Effects of aging on the systems of the body; risk factors; care setting; assessment and interventions in providing
holistic care; losses; elder abuse; diagnostics test and procedures, mini mental assessment; dementia; legal-ethical issues
as related to the older adult. The Nursing Process is utilized as the foundation for all nursing interventions.
Clinical II
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Course description: This course provides detailed education, instruction, training, and work-based experience with direct
patient care, in a variety of settings, inclusive of maternal newborn units (care of the mother and newborn client/patient).
The Nursing Process is utilized as the foundation for all nursing interventions.
Level II lab
LEVEL III
Anatomy & Physiology III
Course description: This course provides detailed instruction on the structures and functions of the following systems of the
human body: Gastrointestinal System, Endocrine System, Neuro- sensory Systems. See Level III Calendar for specific
class/lab/clinical assignments and dates.
Pediatrics
Course description: This course provides detailed instruction on the care of the pediatric client, subject matter includes:
Growth & Development, Care of the child with acute and chronic childhood diseases and disorders, from infancy through
adolescence. Assessment of: Health maintenance, interventions for acute and chronic disorders and diseases and children
with special needs.
Medical Surgical Nursing III
Course description: This course provides further instruction and continuation of common medical-surgical health problems
of the adult. It incorporates the knowledge necessary to make the transition from student to graduate vocational nurse.
Subject matter includes care of the client with: Disorders of the Gastrointestinal System, Disorders of the Endocrine System,
Disorders of the Neuro-sensory Systems, Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, inclusive rehabilitation nursing and patient education.
Include classroom and lab. Content is taught focusing on the client’s needs across the lifespan. The Nursing Process is utilized
as the foundation for all nursing intervention.
Clinical III
Course Description: This course provides detailed education, training, and clinical / work-based experience, and direct
patient care, in a variety of acute, sub-acute and / or long term care facilities. Care is provided focusing on the individual’s
needs across the life span inclusive of the pediatric and adult client, with application of mental health concepts. The Nursing
Process is utilized as the foundation for all nursing interventions.
Psychology – Mental Health Nursing
Course Description: Study of human behavior with emphasis on emotional and mental abnormalities and modes of
treatment incorporating the nursing process. The course provides instruction and training in skills lab and clinical experience
in a variety of facilities / settings: long-term, acute, sub-acute, mental health, and developmental facilities. Subject matter
includes: Assessment of mental functioning, effects of illness/hospitalization, interventions for mental health disorders abuse
and dependencies with evaluation of outcomes.
Leadership and Supervision / From Student to LVN
Course description: Study of the importance of professional growth. This course provides instruction on the changing roles
and skills needed for successful transition from student vocational nurse to licensed vocational nurse. Subject matter
includes: Role transition, legal-ethical requirements, practice acts, rules and regulations, leadership qualities and styles,
management styles, career pathways, job seeking skills and NCLEX-PN preparation.
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Level III lab
The Vocational Nursing Program consists of unit topics within each course, which integrate classroom instruction, skills lab
practice and clinical experience to give students the necessary knowledge and skill base to pass the National Council Licensing
Examination for Vocational Nurses / Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN).
The previously listed courses & topics within each course are presented from simple to complex and reflect progressive
mastery of the subject matter.
Eligibility for Licensure for LVN
Chapter 6.5, section 2873 of the California Vocational Nursing Practice Act outlines the requirements for licensure as an LVN.
2873. Equivalency to Graduation from Accredited School.
Any person possessing either the education or the experience, or any combination of both the education and the experience,
equivalent to that acquired in an accredited school of vocational nursing may be licensed as a vocational nurse under the
provisions of this chapter, provided that he successfully demonstrates to the board that he possesses the necessary
qualifications, and successfully passes such examinations or tests as may from time to time be required by the board.
Title 16, Division 25, Chapter 1, Article 4, section 2516 of the California Code of Regulations outlines the requirements for
licensure as an LVN. Persons who desire to qualify for licensure under Section 2873 of the code must meet the requirements
of one of the following:
1.
Graduate from a California Accredited school for Vocational Nursing w/ verification
2.
Register for the NCLEX-PN
3.
Submit Completed application
4.
Submit Live Scan Fingerprints
LVN to RN ADN Transition
Program Overview
The program aims to take competent LVN and train them to be competently skilled Registered Nurses with an Associate in
Science Nursing degree.
Upon completion of the program, the graduate Vocational Nurse will be able to:
1.
Formulate a nursing diagnosis through observation of the client’s physical condition and behavior and through
interpretation of information obtained from the client and others, including the health team.
2.
Formulate a care plan, in collaboration with the client, which ensures that direct and indirect nursing care
services provide for the client’s safety, comfort, hygiene and protection and for disease prevention and
restorative measures.
3.
Perform skills essential to the kind of nursing action to be taken, explains the health treatment to the client and
family and teaches the client and family how to care for the client’s health needs.
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4.
Delegate tasks to subordinates based on the legal scopes of practice of the subordinates and on the preparation
and capability needed in the tasks to be delegated, and effectively supervises nursing care being given by
subordinates.
5.
Evaluate the effectiveness of the care plan through observation of the client’s physical condition and behavior,
signs and symptoms of illness to treatment and through communication with the client and health team
members, and modifies the plan as needed.
6.
Act as the client’s advocate, as circumstances require, by initiating action to improve health care or to change
decision or activities which are against the interests or wishes of the client and by giving the client the
opportunity and to make informed decisions about health care before it is provided.
Corresponding occupation:
Students will receive an Associate of Science in Nursing degree upon on completing the program. The program prepares the
students to be able to sit for the state board exam (NCLEX-RN). Upon passing the exam employment as a Registered Nurse
can be obtained.
Pricing:
Registration Fee:
$ 75.00*
Books:
Pre-Requisites $ 290.45+*
Core
$ 524.55*
Supplies & Equipment:
$ 125.00*
Uniform
$ 100.00*
Exam & License Fee:
$ 240.00*
Service Charge:
$ 145.00*
RNSG 300 Pre-Requisite $ 3,000.00
Training Costs:
$ 34,265.45
TOTAL:
$38,475.00
+ = Included in Pre-Requisites
*Non Refundable
Program Price by Unit
25 Units taken at Unitek College Core Program = $1,359 per Unit. Transition Units taken at Unitek College = $775 per unit.
*Please note that per unit price shown above is not utilized for refund calculations, please see refund policy.
There is a maximum of 40 students per class. Each class of 40 students will have a minimum of 4 instructors.
Hours:
The LVN to RN Transition Program consists of 32 weeks with two 16 week semesters with hours varying from 27 to 40 hours
per week to include lecture, lab and clinical rotations. Student will be required additional hours of self study. The entire
program will consist of 67.5 semester units. The unit breakdowns are as follows:
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Pre-Requisites
The pre-requisite courses are required to be complete prior to applying for admission to the program.
PRE-REQUISITES (For ADN Program)
TOTAL UNITS
English, Reading and Composition (College Level)
3.0
Psychology: General Psychology
3.0
Sociology Course
3.0
Math Proficiency (test or college course – 4 units) Minimum Elementary Algebra Required
0.0
Microbiology
4.0
Public Speaking or Speech (Speech or communications course)
3.0
Human Anatomy
4.0
Human Physiology
4.0
RNSG300: Transition Course Proposed Offerings ***
3.5
TOTALS
27.5
PRE-REQUISITES (For 30 Unit Option)
TOTAL UNITS
Microbiology
4
Human Physiology
4
Please Note – Pre Requisites will only be accepted from an accredited institution that is approved by the US Dept of
Education.
The following courses are required to be taken at Unitek College:

Orientation/Transition to AD Nursing

Foundation I

Nursing Across the Lifespan I/Theory Course

Nursing Across the Lifespan I/Clinical Course

Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing/Theory Course

Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing/Clinical Course

Nursing Across the Lifespan II/Theory Course: Individuals and Family/Complex Needs

Nursing Across the Lifespan II/Clinical Course

Foundation II: Professional Development
REQUIREMENTS
The first part of the course description provides a brief overview of the program in addition to word definitions that further
explain enrollment requirements. The second part provides a detailed description of the courses, to include: course number,
title, unit value, course type and a brief description of the material being covered in the course. At Unitek College, 67.5 units
are required for the associate's degree in nursing. At a minimum, Unitek College will accept 15 units via credit granting.
Unitek College's unique program requires that all courses, with the exception of RNSG 300 be co-requisite courses. A student
must successfully complete all courses in Semester I prior to taking the courses outlined below as part of Semester II.
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Definitions
Co-requisites: A co-requisite is a condition of enrollment consisting of a course that a student is required to take in
combination with another course. Courses that may require co requisites include courses that are part of a closely related
lecture-clinical pairing requiring concurrent enrollment.
Prerequisites: A prerequisite is a condition of enrollment that requires a student to meet in order to demonstrate current
readiness for enrollment in a particular course.
Pre-Requisites
RNSG 300: Transition to Associate Degree Nurse (3.5 units)
Pre-Requisites: Completion of application, and admission requirements
Course is designed to provide the transitioning student the opportunity to examine and self evaluate their “currency” of
knowledge in all courses previously taken for the LVN Licensing Exam; provides the opportunity to examine the role of the
associate degree nurse within a professional, legal and ethical framework. Content emphasizes the application of a
systematic problem solving process, critical thinking, time management and study skills as relate to the RN role; lab sills
competencies inclusive of math and IV therapy. Module content: Module One – role of the Nurse; Module Two – Care of the
Pregnant Client; Module Three – Care of the Pediatric Client; Module four – Care of the Adult Client.
Successful Completion: The associate degree in nursing candidate must earn a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at
least 2.5 or higher in all course work (both theory and lab/clinical).
Semester I
RNSG 332:
Foundations I (2 units)
Course Type: Theory
Course is designed to provide theoretical knowledge, understanding and purpose of a conceptual framework. The Roy
Adaptation Model for Nursing is utilized in formulating the planning and implementing of client care together with the
Nursing Process as the decision making process. Content is presented from the role and responsibilities of the associate
degree nurse, placing emphasis on communication, planning, organizing, implementing, evaluation and documentation of
care within legal/ethical framework. The course consists of the four following modules: The Roy Adaptation Model; The
Nursing Process; Nursing Process of the Physiological Mode; Nursing Process of the Psychosocial Mode.
RNSG 332: Foundations I (2 units)
Course Type: Theory
Course is designed to provide theoretical knowledge, understanding and purpose of a conceptual framework. The Roy
Adaptation Model for Nursing is utilized in formulating the planning and implementing of client care together with the
Nursing Process as the decision making process. Content is presented from the role and responsibilities of the associate
degree nurse, placing emphasis on communication, planning, organizing, implementing, evaluation and documentation of
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care within legal/ethical framework. The course consists of the four following modules: The Roy Adaptation Model; The
Nursing Process; Nursing Process of the Physiological Mode; Nursing Process of the Psychosocial Mode.
RNSG 334: Nursing Across the Lifespan I (Intermediate Medical Surgical III) - Theory Course (3.5 units)
Course Type: Theory - Paired course with RNSG 335
This course integrates and synthesizes all prior knowledge and skills, utilizing the nursing process, Roy’s Adaptation Model
and application of systematic problem-solving process and critical-thinking skills to provide nursing care to the medicalsurgical client of diverse cultural and ethnic background, with specific, complex health care needs. The nursing role is
expanded to incorporate collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary health care team, communication, client
teaching skills, intermediate skills including IV medication administration and premixed IVs. Medication administration skills
are further developed and students advance their knowledge base and skill performance as they become more accountable
and independent in functioning in the Roles of Practice. Topics include the role of the nurse as client advocate, provider of
care and coordinator of care and applicable competencies in knowledge, judgment, skills, and professional values within a
legal/ethical framework that promote health maintenance, health restoration; identification of priorities and implementation
of actions that assist with client adaptation. Content includes specific complex health problems and pathological processes,
end stage or emergency health problems that occur.
RNSG 335: Nursing Across the Lifespan I (Int Medl Surg III) -Clinical Course (4.5 units)
Course Type: Clinical - Paired course with RNSG 334
This course provides clinical application of the theory knowledge, concepts, and skills & procedures. Clinical experience is
provided in multiple health care settings both acute and sub-acute including perioperative, medical/surgical units;
rehabilitative units and/or Long Term Care facilities, community agencies. Clinical experiences emphasize refinement of
clinical decision making and management of care in professional nursing practice. Focus is on demonstration of legal and
ethical behavior, safety principles and practices, interpersonal and teamwork principles and practice skills, and appropriate,
therapeutic communicating skills in the applicable language of the profession of nursing and the health care environment,
industry/business.
RNSG 338: Psychiatric Nursing - Theory Course (1.5 units)
Course Type: Theory - Paired course with RNSG 339
This course provides theoretical knowledge and skills in the care of the psychiatric patient in the acute care facility. Emphasis
will be on the holistic care of adolescent and adult clients with mental health problems, cognitive disorders, and/or
difficulties in coping with problems of daily living. The Roy Adaptation Model will be used within the framework of the
nursing process. Clients with acute and chronic problems and those in crisis are selected for clinical care experience.
Therapeutic communication and interaction will take place with the client, with his/her significant others, and with members
of the health care team. Student performance is observed and evaluated in each of the three roles of A.D.N. Practice: Role as
a Provider of Care; Role as a Manager of Client Care, and Role as a Member within the Profession of Nursing. Technical
competence and the practice of safe, client-centered care are maintained throughout the rotation. The course consists of
seven (7 Modules).
RNSG 339: Psychiatric Nursing - Clinical Course (1.5 units)
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Course Type: Clinical - Paired course with RNSG 338
This course provides the student the opportunity for clinical application of theoretical content presented in RNSG 338 Mental
Health/Psychiatric nursing Theory Course. The student will provide client care in the psychiatric in-patient facility. Emphasis
will be on the holistic care of adolescent and adult clients with mental health problems, cognitive disorders, and/or
difficulties in coping with problems of daily living. The Roy Adaptation Model will be used within the framework of the
nursing process. Clients with acute and chronic problems and those in crisis are selected for clinical care experience.
Therapeutic communication and interaction will take place with the client, with his/her significant others, and with members
of the health care team.
SEMESTER II - 16 WEEKS
RNSG 444: Nursing Across the Lifespan II: Individuals and Family/Complex Needs - Theory Course (3 units)
Course Type: Theory - Paired course with RNSG 445
Course provides theoretical knowledge, in the care of the acutely/seriously/critically ill adult medical-surgical client nursing
care of the child bearing families with acute conditions and complications which occur in maternal newborn care; Nursing
care of the pediatric client with pediatric emergencies. The Roy Adaptation Model is used across all modes, with the use of
the nursing process and the NLN roles of practice for the A.D.N. registered nurse, for identification and prioritization of client
problems within legal/ethical framework. The course consists of five (5 ) modules.
RNSG 445: Nursing Across the Lifespan II: Individuals and Family/Complex Needs - Clinical Course (4 units)
Course Type: Clinical - Paired course with RNSG 444
Clinical application of theoretical content in the care of the acutely/seriously/critically ill adult medical-surgical client; nursing
care of the child bearing families with acute conditions and complications which occur in maternal newborn care; Nursing
care of the pediatric client with pediatric emergencies. Clinical experience is provided in multiple health care settings acute
and sub-acute inclusive of medical/surgical units, intensive care units, perinatal, pediatric, emergency, and outpatient
community agencies. Clinical experiences emphasize refinement of clinical decision making and management of care with the
use of the nursing process and the NLN roles of practice for the A.D.N. registered nurse, the identification and prioritization
of client problems within legal/ethical framework.
RNSG 446: Foundations II: Professional Development (2 units)
Course Type: Theory - Transition from student to graduate associate degree nurse. Paired with RNSG 447
This course provides instruction on the changing roles and skills needed for successful transition from student of associate
degree program to a licensed registered nurse. Focus: The importance of professional growth; role transition, roles of nurse
as responsible manager, provider of care and member of the profession. Subject matter includes: legal-ethical requirements,
practice acts, rules and regulations, leadership qualities and styles, management styles, career pathways, job seeking skills
and NCLEX-PN preparation.
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RNSG 447: Foundations II: Professional Development - Preceptorship (3 units)
Course Type: Theory - Transition from student to graduate associate degree nurse. Paired with RNSG 446
This course utilizes the theoretical and clinical experiences that the student has had throughout the ADN program. The focus
of the course is clinical performance in the three Roles of Practice. The student functions as the nurse responsible for the
delivery and management of client care for a group of patients in the acute care setting. The student will be paired with an
R.N. Preceptor who will be a one-to-one role model/facilitator/evaluator/resource person for the student. The student will
be scheduled for approximately five (5) weeks of the preceptor's usual full-time work scheduled and shift, and progressively
become competent in performing all the usual tasks and responsibilities of an R.N. By the midpoint of the experience, the
student should be functioning as is expected of an entry level ADN graduate, needing only suggestions, direction, and
supervision from the preceptor to complete all usual and expected tasks and duties correctly, safely, and on time. Preceptors
are selected collaboratively by the course faculty and the clinical agency for their clinical competence, quality of nursing
practice, communication skills, and desire to work closely with students as role models and teachers.
Medical Assisting
Program Overview
This program is designed to produce a medical assistant with a solid education. The emphasis on administrative and clinical
skills includes extensive instruction in medical terminology, medical office procedures, medical clinical procedures, as well as
special duties, and basic anatomy and physiology. The externship portion included provides practical experience in physicians'
offices, hospitals, or other healthcare facilities. The specialized training program expands a student's potential for assumption
of supervisory or management responsibility within a medical setting. Solid emphasis is placed on communications, critical
thinking, human relations, decision making, and other skills required of well-qualified medical personnel. This program is
placed on marketable medical skills.
Unitek College provides a strong foundation in the skills and experience needed to succeed in a career as a Medical Assistant,
with in-class instruction combined with hands-on lab experiments. The externship provides a first-hand opportunity to put
this foundation to test and get ready for the real world. The courses cover areas such as anatomy, physiology, medical
terminology, typing, transcription, record-keeping, accounting, and insurance processing. Students learn laboratory
techniques, clinical and diagnostic procedures, pharmaceutical principles, medication administration, and first aid. The
students study office practices, patient relations, medical law, and ethics.
Corresponding Occupation:
Students receive certificate of completion upon completing the instructional and externship portions of the program. The
program prepares the students to gain employment as Medical Assistant.
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Pricing – Fremont Campus
Pricing – Santa Clara Campus
Registration Fee:
$
Books:
75.00*
Registration Fee:
$
$ 100.00*
Books:
$ 100.00*
Equipment & Supplies
$ 120.00*
Equipment & Supplies
$ 120.00*
Lab & Certification Fees
$ 150.00*
CPR & Lab Fees
$ 150.00*
Service Charge:
$
Service Charge:
$
Tuition:
$ 11,455.00
Tuition:
$ 10,455.00
TOTAL:
$11,978.00
TOTAL:
$10,978.00
78.00*
75.00*
78.00*
Pricing – Sacramento Campus
Registration Fee:
$
75.00*
Books:
$ 100.00*
Equipment & Supplies
$ 120.00*
CPR & Lab Fees
$ 150.00*
Service Charge:
$
Tuition:
$ 9,455.00
TOTAL:
$ 9,975.00
75.00*
*Non Refundable Fees
Hours:
The program is designed as a 760-hour program. This will consist of 6 modules of 100 hours each. There are 20 hours of
instruction per week. The Medical Assisting Program consists of 300 hours of theory and 300 hours of lab. At the end of the
programs, the students complete a full time 160-hour externship. Maximum class size is 45 students.
HCMA 201: Introduction to Medical Assisting/Medical Law
100 Hours
HCMA 202: Principles of Patient Care, Pharmacology, Orthopedic Medicine
100 Hours
HCMA 203: Cardio-Pulmonary, EKG, First Aid & Emergencies, Digestives System
100 Hours
HCMA 204: Eyes, Ears, Nose, Throat, Nervous System, Endocrine System
100 Hours
HCMA205: Stages of Life - Pediatrics, Ob/Gyn, Geriatrics, Urology
100 Hours
HCMA 206: Computerized Medical Assisting
100 Hours
HCMA207: Medical Assisting Externship
160 Hours
MEDICAL ASSISTING PROGRAM MODULES
HCMA201– INTRODUCTION TO MEDICAL ASSISTING / MEDICAL LAW
Introduction to Medical Assisting
Externship and Job Opportunities
History of Medicine
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Medical Practice Systems
Medical Ethics
Medical Law
Communication with Patients and Colleagues
Patient Registration
Telephone Techniques
Lab/Typing
Weekly Quiz
HCMA202 – PRINCIPLES OF PATIENT CARE
Patient Assessment
Assisting with Primary Physical Exam
Principles of Pharmacology
Assisting with Orthopedic Medicine
Assisting with Dermatology Medicine
Lab/Typing
Weekly Quiz
HCMA203 – CARDIO-PULMONARY, EKG, FIRST AID & EMERGENCIES
Assisting with Cardio-pulmonary Medicine
Assisting with Office Emergencies
Assisting with Gastrointestinal Examination
Infection Control
Lab/Typing
Weekly Quiz
HCMA204 – Eyes, Ears, Nose, Throat, Nervous System, Endocrine System
Assisting with Otorhinolaryngology Medicine
Assisting with Ophthalmology Medicine
Assisting with Neurology Examination
Assisting with Endocrine Examination
Phlebotomy Procedures
Analysis of Blood
Lab/Typing
Weekly Quiz
HCMA205 – STAGES OF LIFE - PEDIATRICS, OB/GYN, GERIATRICS
Assisting with OB/GYN Exams
Assisting with Pediatric Exams
Assisting with Geriatric Exams
Urology and Male Reproduction
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Lab/Typing
Weekly Quiz
HCMA206 – COMPUTERIZED ADMINISTRATIVE MEDICAL ASSISTING
Written Communications/ Record Keeping Computer
Filing Methods and Recording Keeping
Coding and Claims
Lab/Typing
Weekly Quiz
HCMA207 – MEDICAL ASSISTING EXTERNSHIP
Students will be assigned to complete a 160 hour externship in a medical office or clinic that a grade and time sheet will be
obtained.
Pharmacy Technician
Program Overview
As a registered pharmacy technician in California you can, under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, perform tasks
related to receiving, dispensing, distribution, control, maintenance, compounding, manufacturing, packaging and labeling of
pharmaceutical products. Currently, pharmacy technicians are assuming more responsibility for routine tasks, previously
performed by pharmacists, and will be responsible for mastering new pharmacy technology as it becomes available.
Opportunities for advancement vary with the pharmacy technician’s employer.
Corresponding Occupation
Student receives a certificate of completion on completing the program. The program prepares the students to obtain state
registration and gain employment as Pharmacy Technician.
Pricing
Registration Fee:
Books:
Equipment & Supplies
Lab & Certification Fees
Service Charge:
Training Costs:
TOTAL:
Lab Fees
Uniform
TOTAL:
$ 75.00*
$ 190.00*
$ 120.00*
$ 279.00*
$ 75.00*
$10,236.00
$10,975.00
50.00+
100.00+
$10,975.00
*Non Refundable Fees
The following expenses are included in the tuition cost:
State Board Registration Fees
$50.00
Live Scan Fingerprinting Fee
$75.00
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PTCB Exam
$120.00
ASHP Membership
$30.00
Equipment
$120.00
Chemo Certification
$120.00
Hours
The program is designed as a 600 hours plus externship, 33 weeks (7 months) of instruction. 600 instructional hours will
comprise of 6 modules of 100 hours each. The individual modules will be 5 weeks long. Each week will have 20 hours of parttime instruction. The Pharmacy Technician Program consists of 300 hours of theory and 300 hours of lab. After successful
completion of the six modules, the students will be placed in a full time externship which ranges from 200 to 240 hours to
meet site specific requirements for the site in which the student is assigned. Students will be accommodated who wish to be
located at a site that requires the minimum of 200 hours. Maximum class size is 36 students.
HCP201: Introduction to Pharmacy Care / Law
100 Hours
HCP202: Drug Distribution
100 Hours
HCP203 : Pharmacology
100 Hours
HCP204 : I.V. Admixture
100 Hours
HCP205 : Pharmaceutical Compounding
100 Hours
HCP206 : Institutional Pharmacy
100 Hours
HCP207 : Pharmacy Externship
200 to 240 Hours
HCP201 – INTRODUCTION TO PHARMACY CARE / LAW
Orientation to Pharmacy Practice and Pharmacy Settings
Computers in Pharmacy, Microsoft Word, and Excel
Basic Concepts of Pharmacology
California Pharmacy Law-Federal Law
Basic Math Calculations and Introduction to Algebra
Elements of Prescriptions and Medical Code-1 Restrictions; identify prescriptions and manufacturers requiring Prior
Approval
Screening Prescriptions for accuracy, errors, and completeness
Collecting and Organizing Prescription Information
Introduction to Drug and Sig Mnemonics
Computer Prescription Processing and Data Entry
Creating Patient Medication Profile in the Computer
Job Responsibilities of Pharmacy Technicians in Retail Setting
Durable Medical Equipments
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HCP202 – DRUG DISTRIBUTION
Orientation to Pharmacy Practice
Therapeutic Agents for the Respiratory System
Therapeutic Agents for the Cardiovascular System
Application of Drug and Sig Mnemonics
Prescription Processing Practice
Prescription Errors, Identification, Documentation, and Reporting (Scenarios)
Identification of Patients for Counseling
Third Party Payment and Collection (Scenarios)
Purchasing and Inventory Control
Business Math in Pharmacy
EDS (Estimated Days Supply)
Quantity to be dispensed
Ethics and Personal Qualities of Technicians
Durable Medical Equipments
HCP203 – PHARMACOLOGY
Orientation to Pharmacy Practice
Anesthetics, Analgesics, and Narcotics
Antidepressants, Anti-psychotics, Anti-anxiety, and Alcoholism
Anticonvulsants and other Drugs for the CNS
Posology: Pediatric Dosage Calculations based on BSA and KBW
Simulated Retail Pharmacy Practice
Dispensing Prescriptions
HCP204 – I.V. ADMIXTURE
Orientation to Pharmacy Practice
Therapeutic Agents for the GIT
Therapeutic Agents for the GUT
Recombinant Drugs and Chemotherapy Drugs
IV Orders and Data Entry
IV Dosage Calculations, IV Flow rates, and Infusion Pumps
Principles and Application of Aseptic Techniques in IV Admixtures
Preparation of IV Admixtures base on the standards of USP <797>
Preparation, Handling, and Transport of Cytotoxic Products
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Kendall-Tyco Chemo-Chek Certification
HCP205 – PHARMCEUTICAL COMPOUNDING
Orientation to Pharmacy Practice
Antibiotics/Antibacterial Drugs
Antifungal/Antiviral Drugs
Vitamins, Nutritional Supplements, Antidote, and Emergency Drugs
Preparation of Non-sterile compounded Products based on approved recipes
Weighing solids and Measuring Liquids
Maintenance of Equipment and Facilities
Investigational Medication Products
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
HCP206 – INSTITUTIONAL PHARAMCY
Orientation to Pharmacy Practice
Therapeutic Agents for the Musculo-Skeletal System
Therapeutic Agents for the Endocrine System
Collecting, Organizing, and Interpreting Med Orders
Job Responsibilities of Pharmacy Technicians in Hospital Rx
Computerized Patent Medication Profile System
Unit Dose Drug Distribution System (Cassette Exchanges); Robotics
Automated Medication Dispensing Systems (Pyxis);
Crash Carts and Emergency Kits Preparation
Dosage Calculations
HCP207 – PHARMACY EXTERNSHIP
Pharmacy Organizations
Management of Change
Acute Care Practice (Option Long-Term Care) Experience
Home Care Practice
Ambulatory Clinic with infusion Services Practice Experience
Community or Outpatient Pharmacy Practice Experience
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Eligibility for Licensure for Pharmacy Technician
According to the California State Board of Pharmacy, to work as a pharmacy technician in California, you must possess and
keep current a registration as a pharmacy technician. Effective January 1, 2004, experience as a pharmacy clerk or pharmacy
technician can no longer be used to qualify for registration as a pharmacy technician in California.
Section 4202 of the California Law book for Pharmacy specifies the requirements that must be met by a person who wishes to
apply for a pharmacy technician registration in California.
4202.
(a) The board may issue a pharmacy technician license to an individual if he or she is a high school graduate or possesses a
general educational development certificate equivalent, and meets any one of the following requirements:
(1) Has obtained an associate's degree in pharmacy technology.
(2) Has completed a course of training specified by the board.
(3) Has graduated from a school of pharmacy recognized by the board.
(4) Is certified by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board.
(b) The board shall adopt regulations pursuant to this section for the licensure of pharmacy technicians and for the
specification of training courses as set out in paragraph (2) of subdivision (a). Proof of the qualifications of any applicant
for licensure as a pharmacy technician shall be made to the satisfaction of the board and shall be substantiated by any
evidence required by the board.
(c) The board shall conduct a criminal background check of the applicant to determine if an applicant has committed acts
that would constitute grounds for denial of licensure, pursuant to this chapter or Chapter 2 (commencing with Section
480) of Division 1.5.
(d) The board may suspend or revoke a license issued pursuant to this section on any ground specified in Section 4301.
(e) Once licensed as a pharmacist, the pharmacy technician registration is no longer valid and the pharmacy technician
license shall be returned to the board within 15 days.
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Glossary
A.D. Associate Degree
A.D.N. Associate Degree in Nursing
B.A. Bachelor of Arts
B.L.S. Basic Life Support
B.P.P.V.E. Bureau of Private Post Secondary Vocational
B.R.N. Board of Registered Nursing
Education
B.S. Bachelor of Science
B.S.N. Bachelor of Science in Nursing
B.V.N.P.T. Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric
A.D. Assistant Director
Technicians
N.C.L.E.X. National Council Licensure Examination
D.O.S. Department of State
R.N. Registered Nurse
S.E.V.I.S. Student and Exchange Visitor Information
System
P.D. Program Director
D.H.S. Department of Homeland Security
D.S.O. Designated School Official
S.E.V.P. Student and Exchange Visitor Program
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