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International Development Institute - Manhattan

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Classes from IDI Manhattan

Medical Assistant

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The Medical Assistant Training program offered by the International Development Institute is a comprehensive and tailored course that hones the necessary knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for succeeding in the healthcare sector.

The program focuses on both administrative and clinical tasks, with a variety of responsibilities that a medical assistant typically performs:

  • Recording patient history and personal information
  • Taking vital signs measurements, such as blood pressure
  • Assisting physicians during patient examinations
  • Administering injections or medications as directed by physicians and as permitted by state law
  • Preparing blood samples for laboratory tests
  • Updating patient information in medical records

Furthermore, the training covers instruction on special diets and medication, authorizing drug refills, drawing blood, preparing patients for x-rays, taking electrocardiograms, suture removal, and changing dressings.


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In person Patient Care Technician certification Classes

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The Patient Care Technician (PCT) training program at IDI in New York is designed to prepare students for careers as Nursing aides, geriatric aides, assistive personnel, or hospital attendants.

Key features of the program:

  • In-depth Curriculum: The course includes 205 hours of both theory and laboratory practice, along with 30 hours of clinical experience at an affiliated healthcare facility.
  • Essential Skills: The course curriculum covers essential topics including infection control, patient safety, vital signs measurement, personal care skills, medical terminology, and disease classification.
  • Real-world Experience: As part of the training, students gain practical experience by performing routine tasks under the supervision of medical staff, including helping patients eat, dress, and bathe, maintaining clean patient rooms, and assisting with some medical procedures.
  • High Demand Field: As the population ages, the need for healthcare increases. With advanced technology saving more lives, many individuals require ongoing health care, making the role of a PCT increasingly vital.
  • Preparation for Certification: The program meets the required hours for certification.

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In person Cosmetology certification Classes

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Prepare for the New York State Licensure in Cosmetology with our comprehensive course. This program is designed to provide you with the necessary skills to succeed in your chosen beauty field. Upon course completion, you will receive a certification from the State Education Department, making you eligible for the Licensed Cosmetologist Examination mandated by the New York State Division of Licensing Services.

In this career, you will offer services like shampooing, cutting, coloring, and styling hair. You may guide clients on hair care, straightening or curling methods, and hair color modifications. There are also opportunities to sell hair care products and other cosmetic supplies, with many cosmetologists managing their own salons.

Your training will cover the following key topics:

  • Professional Requirements
  • Safety and Health
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Hair Analysis
  • Hair and Scalp Disorders and Diseases
  • Chemistry as Applied to Cosmetology
  • Shampoos, Rinses, Conditioners, and Treatments
  • Hair Cutting and Shaping
  • Hair Styling
  • Hair Coloring and Lightening
  • Nail Care and Procedures
  • Skin Care and Procedures

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Phlebotomist

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This program prepares you to excel as a Phlebotomy Technician, teaching you how to accurately draw and prepare blood for medical purposes including testing, transfusions, and donations. The focus is on the mastery of essential procedures such as venipuncture, basic blood chemistries, blood specimen collection, and laboratory testing procedures.

Key Duties

Phlebotomy Technicians are trained to:

  • Assemble necessary equipment for blood drawing such as needles, tourniquets, gauze, and blood collection devices
  • Apply treatments to puncture sites post-blood collection
  • Label and store blood containers appropriately
  • Conduct medical testing procedures to screen blood samples
  • Gather patient information through interviews and record keeping

Course Content Participants will learn about:

  • Preparing patients before drawing blood
  • Drawing blood and labeling with appropriate patient information
  • Preparing blood and other specimens for testing
  • Explaining procedures to patients and answering their queries
  • Keeping accurate records on fluid specimens and tests
  • Maintaining medical equipment such as needles, test tubes, and blood vials

On completion of the course, you are prepared to work in hospitals, clinics, outpatient care facilities, diagnostic laboratories, blood donation centers, and doctors’ offices. This course includes an exam for nationally recognized certification.


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In person Certified Nursing Assistant certification Classes

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Become a Nursing Assistant and join the healthcare field with our hands-on training program!

What You'll Learn:

  • Quality care services in long-term healthcare settings
  • Practical skills from top-notch, licensed professionals
  • On-field experience at affiliated healthcare facilities

Who This Is For:

This course is perfect if you're passionate about caring for others and want to help patients in nursing homes or hospitals. Your role as a Nursing Assistant will be vital as healthcare needs increase with our aging population.

Certifications:

Upon completion, you'll be set to take the Competency Examination - a two-part test with Clinical Skills and Written sections. This certification is a must for anyone looking to work as a nurse aide.

Job Prospects:

Imagine yourself assisting nursing and medical staff in daily tasks, maintaining patient comfort, providing personal care, taking vital signs, and assisting in medical procedures. This could be your daily routine as a Nursing Assistant!

Course Highlights:

  • The Role of the Nurse Assistant/Nurse Aide
  • Infection and Infection Control
  • Patient Safety and Nursing Assistant Safety
  • Measuring and Recording Vital Signs and Weight
  • Personal Care Skills
  • Observing, Reporting, and Documentation
  • CPR and much more!

Kickstart your journey to a rewarding healthcare career with our Nursing Assistant Course.


$2,500 total

In person Medical Billing / Coding certification Classes

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Are you interested in playing a key role in healthcare administration? Our program at the International Development Institute could be perfect for you!

What You'll Learn:

  • Mastery of administrative tasks using software programs.
  • Patient data management, including assigning chart numbers and tracking illnesses or accidents.
  • The intricacies of medical insurance coding and billing.

Career Opportunities:

  • Work in hospitals, doctor's offices, or insurance companies.
  • Analyze patient records to verify the legitimacy of treatment, admission, and length of stay.
  • Manage patient payment schedules and follow them until fully paid.

With our training, you'll gain the skills to become a meticulous and responsible Medical Billing and Coding Specialist. You'll be the vital link between patients, healthcare providers, and insurance companies, ensuring smooth operations and fair treatment for all.


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In person Security Guard certification Classes

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The 8-Hour In Services Training Course for Security Guard offered by the International Development Institute (IDI) is designed to provide updated and enhanced information on the duties and responsibilities of a security guard. This course is a requirement for security guards and must be completed within 12 calendar months from the completion of the 16-hour On-the-Job Training Course for Security Guards, and annually thereafter.

During the 8-hour course, students will cover various topics including:

  • The role of the security guard
  • Legal powers and limitations
  • Emergency situations
  • Communications and public relations
  • Access control
  • Ethics and conduct

To enroll in this course, students must have successfully completed the 8 and 16 Hours Security Guard Certificate of Completion. Choose IDI for comprehensive and up-to-date training in the field of security guard services.


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About school

The International Development Institute (Manhattan) is a school located in New York, NY that offers programs in international development. Their programs include topics such as global health, international law, and international economics. The school is directed by Leomar Cruz, who has extensive experience in the field of international development.

In the New York City area

161 William St, New York, NY 10038