This program will prepare students for an entry-level position as a Practical Nurse. The program will familiarize the student with the techniques and procedures of basic bedside care. Students will learn how to take vital signs such as, temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration. In addition, students will observe patients and report adverse reactions to medications or treatments, collect samples for testing, perform routine laboratory tests, feed patients, and record food and fluid intake and output. Experienced practical nurses may supervise nursing assistants and aides.

The Medical Assistant certification program at Southeastern College - Charleston is a comprehensive training course designed to equip students with the necessary skills to excel in various healthcare settings, such as hospitals, medical offices, and clinics. Students in the program learn a variety of competencies, ranging from patient care, medical records management, and diagnostic testing to administrative functions, ensuring they can provide vital support to physicians and healthcare teams. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are awarded the Medical Assistant Certificate, enabling them to pursue rewarding careers in a high-demand industry.

The Electronic Medical Billing and Coding Specialist program is designed to train the student for an entry level position as a medical billing specialist, medical coding specialist, and for a variety of positions in the health information field and to function effectively as an integral member of the physician’s health care team. Graduates of the program will possess the skills to successfully per form medical office procedures, medical keyboarding, health care records management, process medical insurance, follow healthcare laws and ethics, and basic coding procedures.

The Medical Assistant certification program at Southeastern College - Charleston is a comprehensive course designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the healthcare industry. The program provides hands-on training in areas such as phlebotomy, medical billing, and patient care, ensuring graduates are well-rounded and ready for a variety of medical settings. Upon successful completion of the program, students are prepared to take the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) examination, further enhancing their qualification and employability in the medical field.

The Electronic Medical Billing and Coding Specialist program is designed to train the student for an entry level position as a medical billing specialist, medical coding specialist, and for a variety of positions in the health information field and to function effectively as an integral member of the physician’s health care team. Graduates of the program will possess the skills to successfully per form medical office procedures, medical keyboarding, health care records management, process medical insurance, follow healthcare laws and ethics, and basic coding procedures.