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Multi Skilled Medical Technician
We are proud to offer a challenging Medical Multi Skilled Technician Certificate Program. This program prepares students with cross-training in up to five medical skill areas: Venipuncture (Phlebotomy), EKG Technician, CPR/First Aid, Electronic Health Records, and Dialysis. These areas continue to have projected job growth. Each level increases the number of areas of training concentration. Choose the option that is right for you!
Requirements:
You must be 18 years of age to enroll in this program, present a high school diploma or GED and provide proof of completion or beginning of the Hepatitis B vaccine series. Please check with your family physician/ nurse practitioner regarding the advisability of receiving the vaccine, its complications, and dates of administration. Books, materials, and exam vouchers are included.
Option 1
EKG Technician, Venipuncture Technician, and CPR/First Aid JSPD 2831 / Length: 118 hours
| CRN 1486 |
Dates and times determined by individual classes. Please call |
Marple |
Cost: $2,999
Option 2
EKG Technician, Venipuncture Technician, CPR/First Aid, and Digital Patient Records Certification
JSPD 2832 / Length: 178 hours
| CRN 1469 |
Dates and times determined by individual classes. Please call |
Marple |
Cost: $3,999
Option 3
EKG Technician, Venipuncture Technician, Digital Patient Records Certification, and Dialysis
JSPD 2823 / Length: 230 hours
Cost: $4,999
| CRN 1460 |
Dates and times determined by individual classes. Please call |
Marple |
New! Patient Care Technician
Patient Care Technicians provide basic care to patients and help with activities of daily living. Students will take Patient Care Fundaments along with EKG and Phlebotomy. Includes all materials and exam vouchers.
JSPD 2949 / Length: 186 hours
Cost: $4,994
Patient Care Fundamentals
This 72-hour course includes:
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Pharmacology
- Safety and Infection Control
- Medical Law and Ethics
- Patient Care Skills
- Medical Terminology
| CRN 1563 | Wednesday Jan. 29 - May 21 |
5:30 - 10 p.m. | Marple |
Also, choose one EKG Class:
| CRN 504 | Tues & Thurs Feb. 4 - Apr. 10 |
6 - 9 p.m. | Marple |
| CRN 1010 | Mon & Wed Mar. 17 - May 12 |
9 a.m. - Noon | Marple |
Plus choose one Phlebotomy Class that fits your schedule:
| CRN 323 | Mon & Wed Jan. 27 - Apr. 16 |
1:30 - 4:30 p.m. | Marple |
| CRN 1518 | Mon & Wed Feb. 10 - Apr. 30 |
6 - 9 p.m. | Marple |
| CRN 1519 | Tues & Thurs Feb. 25 - May 8 |
6 - 9 p.m. | Marple |
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Electrocardiography (EKG Technician)
Prepare to become a certified EKG technician and to take the Electrocardiograph (EKG) Technician Certification Exam. Through a combination of theoretical lectures and hands-on practical labs, this 54-hour course provides a comprehensive overview of electrocardiogram (EKG) and rhythm interpretation, cardiac anatomy and blood flow, and electrophysiology. Books, materials and exam voucher included. For tuition loans, please call Sallie Mae at
JSPD 2822 / Cost: $1,595
| CRN 504 | Tues & Thurs Feb. 4 - Apr. 10 |
6 - 9 p.m. | Marple |
| CRN 1010 | Mon & Wed Mar. 17 - May 12 |
9 a.m. - Noon | Marple |
Venipuncture (Phlebotomy Technician)
This course teaches basic venipuncture techniques for adults, children and infants as it prepares the student to take the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam from NHA (National Health Career Association). Coursework includes aseptic methods and isolation procedures.
DCCC and the American Red Course have collaborated to offer early career opportunities that will allow you to grow your healthcare experience! Visit https://www.redcross.org/about-us/careers.html to learn more about these positions. Work where your career is a force for good!
JSPD 2820 / Length: 60 hours | Cost: $1295 (includes book, materials, certification exam voucher)
REQUIREMENTS: You must be 18 years of age to enroll, present a high school diploma or GED, and provide proof of the Hepatitis B vaccine series.
| CRN 1009 | Tues & Thurs Jan. 28 - Apr. 15 |
6:30 - 9:30 p.m. | Upper Darby |
| CRN 1519 | Tues & Thurs Feb. 25 - May 8 |
6 - 9 p.m. | Marple |
| CRN 1518 | Mon & Wed Feb. 10 - Apr. 30 |
6 - 9 p.m. | Marple |
| CRN 323 | Mon & Wed Jan. 27 - Apr. 16 |
1:30 - 4:30 p.m. | Marple |
Dialysis Technician
Dialysis technicians, also called hemodialysis or renal dialysis technicians, work under the direction of senior technicians, nurses and doctors, operating kidney dialysis machines that filter waste products and excess fluids from the blood of patients whose kidneys can no longer perform this function. Dialysis technicians initiate, monitor, and discontinue dialysis treatments for the renal failure patient. This course teaches theory and provides students with the knowledge needed to perform the duties required of Dialysis Technicians. Book and materials included. Loan for tuition may be available; call Sallie Mae at
CAR 4127 / Length: 50 hours
Cost: $1,250
| CRN 887 | Mon & Wed Mar. 17 - May 21 |
6 - 8:30 p.m. | Marple |
Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS®) Prep
The TEAS test measures basic essential skills in the academic content areas of reading, mathematics, science and English and language usage. This class is a test preparation class, students are required to have the subject knowledge prior to attending the class. This class is intended to help students sharpen their content knowledge and testing skills. The book is included.
CAR 5633 / Length 20 hours
Cost: $225
| Offered through Ed2Go Online |
Certified Medical Administrative Assistant
Medical administration is one of the fastest-growing careers in America. By becoming a Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA), you can quickly earn the nationally recognized credentials healthcare employers are searching for. You will have the opportunity to receive one or two nationally recognized and respected certifications. Includes all materials and vouchers for certification testing.
Option 1
CMAA (Certified Medical Administrative Assistant) from the National Health Career Association
- Medical terminology
- Introduction to Medical Coding and Billing
- Insurance Overview
- HIPAA Regulations
- Legal and Ethical Issues
COM 3305 Length: 108 hours
Cost: $3,495
| CRN 1276 | Tues. & Wed. Feb. 4 - May 21 |
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Marple |
Option 2
CMAA (Certified Medical Administrative Assistant) from the National Health Career Association. DPRC (Digital Patient Records Certification) from the American Medical Informatics Association.
- Electronic Medical Records(DPRC)
- Medical terminology
- Introduction to Medical Coding and Billing
- Insurance Overview
- HIPAA Regulations
- Legal and Ethical Issues
COM 3300/ Length: 168 hours
Cost: $4,995
| CRN 1520 | Tues., Wed.& Thurs. Feb. 4 - May 22 |
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Marple |
New! Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist
Learn the competencies needed to successfully manage electronic data in a variety of health-care settings. You will be prepared to take the Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) exam from the National
Healthcareer Association. Includes all materials and
exam vouchers.
COM 3304 / Length: 40 hours
Cost: $1,495
| CRN 1003 | Thursday Feb. 6 - May 22 |
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Marple |
Pharmacy Technician
Prepare to enter the pharmacy field in hospitals and community pharmacies as an ancillary, working under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. This comprehensive course prepares you to take the Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) exam through NHA. Includes medical terminology, reading and interpreting prescriptions, and defining drugs by generic and brand names. Discusses dispensing of prescriptions, inventory control, billing and reimbursement. Grasp dosage calculations, IV flow rates, drug compounding and dose conversions. Book and learning materials included. Course includes on-line study guide aligned to the CPhT exam and a 25-module digital learning resource through NHA, as well as use of a unique learning package exposing students to real-world pharmacy workflow through hand-on use of authentic pharmacy software. A loan for tuition may be available; call Sallie Mae at
Needs based scholarships may be available
CAR 3904 / Length: 55 hours
Cost: $2,150
| CRN 1922 | Tues & Thurs Feb. 25 - May 15 |
6 - 8:30 p.m. | Hybrid/Marple |
Nurse Aide Program
If you are a nurturing and sensitive individual who wants to convert passion into a career, consider training as a nurse aide at Delaware County Community College. The College offers a specialized “Excellence in Care” program as a 133-hour intensive course that prepares students for employment in acute care, acute rehab, hospice, home health care and long-term care facilities.
This program is offered at both our Marple Campus and our Pennock's Bridge Center.
Our students enjoy a rigorous training program led by professionals with regional experience and insights. Coupled with 60 hours of required clinical experience, students completing the program are well suited to compete for these high demand jobs.
Students completing this course are qualified to take the Nurse Aide Competency exam to be a Nurse Aide placed on the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry. Departmental approval is required to enroll in the course to comply with federal and
state legislative requirements-OBRA and Act 14.
If you are interested or have further questions
please check out the full description of the course and call
| CRN 1927 |
Wed & Thurs Jan. 29 - Apr. 10 (Classroom) Apr. 16 - May 9 (Clinical) |
5 -9 p.m. (Classroom) Pennock's Bridge 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. (Clinical) Kendal-Crosslands |
| CRN 1277 |
Tues & Thurs Feb. 25 - Apr. 3 (Classroom) Apr. 8 - May 1 (Clinical) |
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Classroom) Marple 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Clinical) Waverly Heights |
NAP-200/ Cost: $1,337 (sponsoring); $2,087 (non-sponsoring)
NEW! Sterile Processing Technician
This course is based upon industry standards of infection control practices and the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association and provides the learner with a foundation of medical terminology, basic surgical procedures and terminology, aseptic technique, sterilization techniques, and the requirements of infection control. Books and materials included. Testing voucher not included in tuition.
CAR 2950/ Length: 60 hours (Classroom/Lab) plus a 400-hr externship
Cost: $1295
| CRN 1572 | Wednesday Jan. 22 - Apr. 30 |
5 - 9 p.m. | Marple |
Certified Surgical Technologist Test Preparation Course
During this 45-hour online test preparation course, students will receive a comprehensive review of the national Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) examination content outline with an assessment of knowledge, strengths, deficits, and areas for remediation. The course also reviews fundamental concepts, sample test questions, test-taking strategies and study planning in preparation for the examination. Books and 1-year subscription to Board Vitals Study Guide included.
CAR 5639 / Length: 45 hours
Cost: $595
| CRN 1001 | Continuous Enrollment | Asynchronous Online |
