Seats are limited!
August 26 - December 20, 2024
8/26 - 10/20: Online asynchronous lecture with in-person labs: Tuesdays 9:30am - 12:00pm
10/21-12/20: Clinical rotation, 1–2-week placement (scheduled by OCC upon successful completion of class/lab components)
Note:
- This class uses a digital textbook and the college’s learning management system (D2L Brightspace). Participants in the program must have reliable access to a computer or laptop to complete coursework and assignments outside the classroom
- Students will need to submit a complete and compliant health packet, information will be shared once the class starts.
- NYS Background Check will be completed during the first week of class to meet clinical rotation requirements
- This course is in a Hybrid format: online lecture with in-person lab and clinical.
Clinical Placements
OCC maintains agreements with a select list of approved clinical sites in Onondaga, Oswego, and Cortland counties. Clinical placements are assigned by the Placement Coordinator at OCC. Clinicals take place after the course is completed Monday through Friday during daytime hours. Clinical placements are not available on the weekends or in the evenings.
Upon successful completion of the course and clinical experience, you will receive a completion certificate from OCC. The completion certificate will allow you to obtain local employment.
Although not required to obtain local employment, you will be eligible to sit for certification through the National Health Career Association.