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Human Services – Behavioral & Mental Health Technician Short-Term Certificate
2022-2023 Central Ohio Technical College
Autumn Semester
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Addiction Studies I |
3 |
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Direct Practice Skills |
3 |
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Mental Health and Wellness |
3 |
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Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
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Total |
12 |
Semester 2
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Case Management in Human Services |
3 |
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* Abnormal Psychology |
3 |
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* Developmental Psychology |
3 |
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Therapeutic Group Skills |
3 |
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Total |
12 |
Total Hours Required
Total Credit Hours Required for this Certificate: 24.00
Helpful Information
* Course may have prerequisites. Please check the course description to view all prerequisites and requirements.
All courses require a “C” (2.00) grade or better to progress and graduate from this program.
The College Reserves the Right to Change Curricula without Notice
Published date – March 2022
Office of Academic Affairs
President’s Cabinet
Front: Sarah Morrison, Dean of Enrollment Management; John M. Berry, PhD, President; John Davenport, PhD, Dean of Students
Middle: Brian Boehmer, Superintendent of Facilities and Support Services; Brianna Davis Johnson, PhD, Former Chief Diversity Officer; Jacqueline Parrill, EdD, Vice President and Chief of Staff
Back: Sanath Kumar, PhD, Director of Marketing and Public Relations; Kim Manno, JD, Director of Advancement; David Brillhart, EdD, Vice President for Business and Finance
Not pictured: Greg Ferenchak, PhD, Provost
Fire Science & EMT Information Meeting
COTC offers Fire and EMT programs students can complete on-campus or at a partnering facility. Register for an information meeting to learn more about application requirements and locations where the program is offered.
This meeting is required for anyone who intends to enroll in the EMT certificate, Fire Science Degree, and/or the Fire Science Technical Rescue Degree.
March 17, 2022 at 10:00 a.m.
One Book, One Community
Free Book Club
Participants read The Ride of Her Life by bestselling author Elizabeth Letts, and then meet for a discussion and book signing with the author.
Complimentary copies of the book are available to the first 100 registrants. Books may be picked up at:
Commencement Rehearsal
for summer 2022 and autumn 2022 graduates
All graduates who plan to attend the commencement ceremony are encouraged to attend rehearsal.
Location: Adena Hall gymnasium
Check-in begins at 4:30 p.m.
Rehearsal begins at 5 p.m.
Commencement Speaker Takes “Scenic Route” to Graduation
The first time Jonny Lippincott enrolled as a student at Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) in 2003, it was as a digital media design student. One could say he took the “scenic route” to finding his true passion —
Electrocardiography for the Cardiac Sonographer
Short-Term Certificate
This short-term certificate program allows sonographers and sonography students to quickly upskill or advance their careers as electrocardiography (EKG) technicians. Students learn how to interpret and perform electrocardiograms (EKGs/ECGs) and, upon completion, are eligible to take the Certified EKG Technician (CET) certification exam.
External Community-based Resources
Mental Health, Psychiatry, Substance Use & Alcohol Providers by County
This listing of community resources is provided for informational purposes only and is not “approved” or “endorsed” by Central Ohio Technical College.
Alternative Credit Options
Many people enjoy learning to enhance their knowledge and/or to expand upon an existing job or career. There are companies that offer learning and in line with the American Council on Education (ACE), many colleges across the United States recognize the level of learning being offered and completed is worthy of college credit. Examples of companies offering college-level learning include: Straighterline and Study.com.
Nursing – Basic Health Care Skills Short-Term Certificate
2022-2023 Central Ohio Technical College
Successful completion of this course prepares the student to register for the State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA) examination.
This course prepares a basic health care worker with skills required by the Training and Competency Evaluation Program (TCEP) prior to gaining eligibility to become a State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA) and/or to employment as a home health aide. Content includes communication, infection control, safety and emergency procedures, promoting residents’/clients’ independence, respecting residents’/clients’ rights, basic nursing skills, personal care skills, providing care in a home setting, mental health and social service needs and basic restorative services. College lab permits development of various basic nursing skills. These skills are then implemented during a clinical experience in a local health care facility.
Pre-Admission Requirements
Prerequisite: Must be 16 years of age or older to enroll. A two-step Mantoux test for tuberculosis must be completed by the first day of class. A criminal background check (BCI) is required within six months of starting this course. Results must be available by the first day of the class. Students are required to wear a specified uniform. Course is graded on an A-F basis.
Requirements for this Certificate
Ohio Department of Health Requirements
- Attendance at the first 16 hours of the course is mandatory in order to continue in the course.
- A physical examination (within the last six months).
- A two-step Mantoux TB test prior to the first clinical.
- Attendance in lecture, college lab and clinical equal to 75 hours.
Central Ohio Technical College Requirements
- Professional uniform and shoes are required to attend off-campus clinical settings.
- Identification badge issued by COTC to be worn during all clinical experiences.
- Own transportation is required to attend off-campus clinical settings.
- Clinical times may vary from scheduled class time.
- State testing examination is available at completion of course; cost is determined by the testing company.
- Applicants to the COTC Nursing programs must be certified with STNA.
Course Goals/Objectives of this Certificate
- Identify Ohio Department of Health requirements for State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA) and requirements for home health aides.
- Discuss aspects of communication important to nurse aides.
- Identify important reasons for infection control procedures.
- Discuss safety and emergency precautions.
- Explain ways to promote the client’s independence.
- Identify legal rights of the nursing home resident and home care client.
- Complete basic nursing care skills at a satisfactory level.
- Discuss theory related to performing basic nursing care skills.
- Identify needs of an aging resident relating to mental health and social services.
- Recognize basic restorative services available to nursing home residents and disabled clients in the home.
- Discuss important differences between care in a nursing facility and care in the client’s home.
Attendance Policy
- Clinical site orientation is mandatory.
- All lab returns must be completed prior to the clinical experience.
- A total of 80 hours in attendance, including class, lab, and clinical, is required to receive a passing grade in this course and a completion certificate from the Ohio Department of Health.
Employment Opportunities
- Employment opportunities are available in long-term care facilities, hospitals, assisted living facilities, residential care facilities, and home health care settings.
Courses
Helpful Information
This certificate is not currently eligible for Title IV financial aid.
Courses may have prerequisites. Please check course description to view all prerequisites and requirements.
The College Reserves the Right to Change Curricula without Notice
Published date – March 2022
Office of Academic Affairs