Health Careers
07/31/2014
Harrisburg Area Community College
• Founded in 1964
• Accredited by Middle States Commission on
Higher Education
• First Community College in PA
• Over 30 Health Career Programs
Campus Locations
Harrisburg
York
Lebanon
Lancaster
Gettysburg
Health Career Programs
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Non-Credit Programs
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Diplomas
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Certificates
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Associate Degrees
Non-Credit Health Career Programs
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Medical Billing & Coding Tech
Nurse Aide (CNA)
Massage Therapist
Pharmacy Technician
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Cardiology Technician
Medical Office Technician
Personal Care Home Administrator
CPR, First Aid
Call (717) 221-1352 or
1351 if you have any
questions regarding these
programs.
Nurse Aide (CNA)
• Functions under the direction of
an RN or LPN providing handson care to the patient.
• 120 hours (14-29 days depending
on program)
• $27,795 (Median)
Massage Therapy
• Curriculum approved by the
National Certification Board for
Therapeutic Massage and
Bodywork (NCBTMB)
• Graduates eligible to sit for the
National Certification Exam for
Therapeutic Massage (NCETM)
and the Massage and Bodywork
Licensing Exam (MBLEx)
• Graduates can apply 30 credits
towards Associate in Health
Science degree
For more information, call Nina
Kottcamp at (717) 221-1386.
Accrediting Agencies
• Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CAAHEP)
• Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental
Association (CODA)
• Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
• Joint Review on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
• Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC)
• National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences
(NAACLS)
Nursing Careers
Practical Nurse (LPN) Associate Degree Nurse (RN)
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Nursing homes/LTC’s
18 months
$40,000 p/year
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Hospitals
3-4 years
BSN/Articulation Agreements
Career growth
$60,000 p/year
Clinical Laboratory Careers
Phlebotomy Technician
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Draws blood and other
specimens
Diploma (12-18 mos.)
Graduates eligible to sit for
ASCP Cert. Test
$26,000 (Median)
Medical Lab Technician
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Performs tests on specimens to
help physician make diagnosis
NAACLS
Cert. or AA
$37,900
(Median)
Diagnostic Imaging Careers
Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Ultrasound)
• Uses equipment which collects
reflected echoes. Produces visual
images of organs, tissues, or blood
flow.
• Writes up interpretation to assist
physician in diagnosis
• $57,300 (Median)
• Accredited by CAAHEP (10 Year)
Diagnostic Imaging Careers
Radiologic Technologist Nuclear Med Technician
• Performs x-rays on patients • Helps diagnose and treat disease
using radioactive chemical
to diagnose and treat disease.
compounds.
• JRCERT Accredited
• CAAHEP Accredited
• Lancaster/Harrisburg
• Lancaster/PA College of Health
• $49,800 (Median)
Sciences
Cardiovascular Careers
CVT –Sonography CVT – Invasive
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Specialize in taking
images of the heart
Lancaster
$59,577 (Median)
• Assist physician with testing
blood vessels
• Lancaster
• $55,960 (Median)
• Both programs are
CAAHEP Accredited
• Non-credit Cardiology
(EKG) program
Dental Health Careers
Dental Assistant
• Performs dental x-rays and
assists the dentist.
• 2 years
• $30,600 (Median)
• Both programs are CODA
Accredited
Dental Hygienist
• Licensed to assess dental
health, provide treatment and
patient education.
• $58,600 (Median)
Surgical Technology
• Assists surgeon during
operations and sterilizes
equipment.
• $38,869 (Median)
• Accredited by CAAHEP
• Certificate or Degree
Respiratory Therapist
• “First breath to last breath”
• Received 2013 & 2014
Distinguished RRT
Credentialing Success Award
• Accredited by CoARC
• Work in a variety of settings
Medical Assistant
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Combination of clinical and clerical
Certificate or Degree option
$27,900 (Median)
CAAHEP Accredited
Non-credit Medical Office Tech
program offered
Paramedic (EMT-P)
• Must have PA EMT license
w/100 documented
emergency calls
• Certificate or degree option
• Accredited by CAAHEP
• HACC offers EMT training
Still not sure which program???
• Over 30 Health Career majors to explore:
» www.hacc.edu/healthcareers
» Hospital shadowing
» Essential qualifications
» Apply and meet with a health career advisor
• Programs, employers & credentialing require:
» Criminal background & child abuse clearances
» Drug screening
» Health exam & immunizations
What else do I need to know?
• You can take your general education classes at any campus, any
time
• Admission to HACC does not guarantee admission to clinical
programs (“Pre”)
• Most clinical courses are full-time
• Health Career students need a Plan B!
College Open Admissions Policy
Open Admission granted to students who:
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Have a high school diploma, GED, or are 18 years old
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Complete an application:
Submit via mail or online at www.hacc.edu
$35 application fee
High school transcript or GED may be required
Placement Testing
• SAT/ACT testing is encouraged but not
required for admission into the college
• Take the HACC placement tests
NOT an entrance exam
Reading, writing, and math
Approximately 2 hours
How to Pay for College
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FAFSA - www.fafsa.gov
 Loans
 Grants
 Work/Study Program
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Scholarships
HACC’s Payment Plan (HPP)
Student Services
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Counseling and Advising
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Career Services
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Free tutoring
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Bookstore
• Onsite Childcare Service
Student Activities
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Clubs and organizations
 SORT – Students of Radiology Technology
 SNO – Student Nursing Organization
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Student Government
Fitness Center
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APPLY NOW!
www.hacc.edu