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A study of anatomy and physiology with emphasis on human pathophysiology, including: etiology, prognosis, medical treatment, and signs and symptoms of common diseases of all body systems.
General discussion of pathologies as they relate to massage therapy. Includes universal precautions and their management in professional practice. Also covers etiology, signs, symptoms, and the physiological and psychological reactions to disease and injury. Meets the minimum 40-contact-hour requirement for licensure for Massage.
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. As outlined in the learning plan, apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry; and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.
This class consists of 40 hours of clinical skills practice in a facility and 8hrs of prep time for the State Examination. The prep time will be done in the Skills Lab. The times/days of clinical hours will be discussed at the beginning of the class. The clinical times will be planned according to the availability of the facility and the clinical instructors schedule. This skills training provides the opportunity to practice skills learned in the classroom and skills lab, on the residents of an approved facility, and also provides an opportunity to meet with the Human Resources Department at the facility, to discuss job placement when State Certified.
After successful completion of NURA 1001 and NURA 1060 the student will be eligible to apply for the State Examination. On passing the exam the student will receive Certification as a Nurse Aide in the State of Texas.
Information will be given in class on how to facilitate the process of applying to test.
The State test is given in 2 parts, Written and Skills. Combined the cost is $104.50. If a student requires special accommodation to test, this information must be discussed with the class Instructor at the beginning of the first class.
An original Social Security Card or ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) and a Picture ID must be shown to the Examiner on test day prior to approval to test.
IT IS NECESSARY TO HAVE YOUR NAME SPELLED EXACTLY THE SAME ON THESE 2 DOCUMENTS.
The use of accepted hydrotherapy and holistic modalities of external application of temperature for its reflexive effect. Meets the minimum 20-contact-hour requirement for licensure for Massage. Students receive hands-on training in skills and knowledge needed to perform techniques and SPA skills with the use of varying thermal applications. Students are introduced to aromatherapy, reflexology, paraffin, body wrap treatments and hydro/cryotherapy. Each student performs hands-on applications and select spa techniques in lab. Online HIPAA training and completed program application are required.
Online Course meets the specification of the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) for Didactic Content of a nurse refresher course. Designed for (1)
the nurse who is applying to the BON for reinstatement of licensure or (2) the currently licensed nurse who has been away from the clinical
setting for a period of 4 years or more, or (3) the nurse who is licensed in another state and applying for Texas licensure. Nurses are referred to
the BON for complete information concerning licensure. Content of the online course covers review of the Texas Nurse Practice Act, BON Rules
and position statements, scope of practice, patient safety, the nursing process, pharmacology review, medication administration, documentation,
quality assurance and legal implications for nursing practice. The course is scheduled over the entire semester with weekly assignments. There
are no prerequisites for the online course. Nurses seeking to reinstate their license are required by the BON to complete . 80 hours of Clinical
Practice under the supervision of a Qualified Nurse.
Pre-requisites: All program classes completed with a passing grade of “C” or above, immunizations, CPR, First Aid uploaded, background and drug screen obtained through Castlebranch. One hundred, sixty hours in a physician's office or clinic, integrating knowledge and skills into a workplace environment. Coordinator overview/preceptor supervision.
