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Course Offerings / Certifications

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant with CPR

Medical assistants perform routine administrative and clinical tasks to keep the offices and clinics of physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors, and optometrists running smoothly. Medical assisting is one of the nation’s fastest growing careers, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Medical assistants have both administrative and clinical duties. They may answer the telephone, greet patients, fill out medical records and update them as needed, schedule appointments and handle correspondence and billing. On the clinical side, medical assistants often are the people who take medical histories, prepare patients for examination, assist the doctor during appointments, and perform basic laboratory tests, along with other clinical responsibilities. This course prepares students to sit for the NHA CCMA Credential. Course includes a study guide and exam for certification. Study Guide and Test Preparation Materials are included in the course's tuition.

Register DCB 2394 CRN 60018 M/R 1/27-5/1 5-8pm KSU $3410

No class on 2/17, 3/17-3/21

Scholarships may be available for this course. Please complete this online application if you are interested in applying.

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant with Phlebotomy

Medical assistants perform routine administrative and clinical tasks to ensure the efficient operation of physician offices, healthcare clinics, and hospitals. This course not only prepares students for the National NHA CCMA Credential Certification Exam but also includes specialized training for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification. This course prepares students to sit for the National NHA CCMA Credential Certification Exam

Register DCB 3227 CRN 60024 M/R 1/27-5/1 5-8pm KSU $4269

No class on 2/17

Scholarships may be available for this course. Please complete this online application if you are interested in applying.

Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) Pre-Apprentice Program 

The Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) program prepares students to support individuals on their recovery journeys. Certification Requirements: Complete 50 hours in the Recovery Coach Academy:

  • 30 hours of Recovery Coach training

  • 16 hours on Ethical Standards for Peers

  • 4 hours on Medication

  • Supported Recovery

  • Complete 500 hours of work experience in a recovery setting

Textbook is included with registration.

Register DCB 3234 CRN 30016 M 1/20-1/29 8pm KSU $1000

If you're interested in applying for this program, please complete our Pre-Apprentice Application.

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HUMAN SERVICES A.A.S.

64 credits

Students who complete this program earn an Associate in Applied Science degree as well as the certificate in Direct Support Practice. The program is sufficiently comprehensive to qualify graduates for a variety of entry-level positions in public and private sector human service agencies. Depending on personal interests and career plans, students in this program may elect specialized courses and supervised field work in the areas of family and children’s services, developmental disabilities, mental health treatment, crisis intervention, and gerontology.

To learn more about the SUNY Ulster credit bearing programs, contact our Enrollment & Success Center at esc@sunyulster.edu.