Hill College
Health Science
Application Procedure
Echocardiography Technician Program Spring 2014
Application Deadline November 1, 2013
· Prospective students must contact the Health Science Department to make appointment to submit the Health Science Echocardiography Technician application documents. Email: to schedule a time and day to pick up and/or submit documents.
· The Echocardiography Technician application packet will be available in the following locations:
§ Health Science building – Cleburne
§ Student Success and Advising - Hillsboro, Cleburne and Burleson
· After submission of the Echocardiography application documents the candidate will be given the referral form for the HESI A2. The candidate must have the completed referral form at the time of their scheduled HESI A2. Testing Center contact information: Hillsboro 254-659-7815 or Cleburne 817-760-5815
· **TESTING NOTES**:
o **You will not be able to test on Fridays, at a Hill College testing center beginning May 13, 2013 through August 9, 2013, as the campus is closed.
o ** The absolute last testing session for the HESI, for this testing block, will be noon October 30, 2013.
o **You may only take the HESI test 2 (two) times in an application block.
· Incomplete application files will be evaluated but will be placed at a lower priority for selection than those candidates whose files are complete by the posted deadline date.
· Documents and/or files will be purged after 1 year excluding the following:
o Course evaluations
o Course waivers
o Transcripts
· Candidates who are enrolled in one or more of the pre-requisite courses and/or incomplete files will be considered for acceptance at a lower priority than candidates who have completed the application process as well as completed the pre-requisites with a “C” or better by the admission deadline date. It is the policy of Hill College, for any course re-taken, the most recent grade will stand.
Submission of this application packet does not guarantee admission/selection in the Echocardiography Technician program.
Hill College
Health Science
Echocardiography Technician Program
AAS Degree
To be considered for possible selection in the January 2014 Hill College Echocardiogrpahy Technician Program you must complete and submit the following application documents during the application timeframe of July - November 1, 2013:
______Complete the Hill College General Admission Application. www.hillcollege.edu
______Submit the Echocardiography Technician information documents:
§ Information Sheet
§ Drug testing/criminal background memo
§ Student information Data Sheet
§ Knowledge Verification
§ Essential Clinical Performance Standards
______Complete the Criminal background check process through Verified Credentials:
http://scholar.verifiedcredentials.com/hillcollege use code: BBKPC-26727 Cost: $51.00
______Complete the HESI A2 test (candidate will receive the HESI A2 referral form upon submission of the above application documents).
______Complete the Echocardiography Technician Questionnaire.
______Submit immunization documents and/or serological blood test (titer) for immunity. (list of requirements included in this packet)
______Submit current CPR- American Heart Association – Health Care Provider – BLS.
______Official High School Transcript or GED Scores (see TOEFL policy included in application packet)
______Submit all official college transcripts to the Health Science department.
Show documentation of completion of the following pre-requisites with a “C” or better:
o HITT 1305 Medical Terminology
o BCIS 1305 Business Computer Application
o BIOL 2401 Anatomy and Physiology- if over 5 years old contact Health Science Department
o Math 1314 College Algebra
o PSYC 2301 General Psychology
Other application considerations:
o Prior medical work experience (submit supporting documents)
o 2 Academic References (form included in this application packet)
o Resume
o Cumulative GPA 2.5 of degree plan academic courses completed
o Grammar/Vocabulary and A&P 55% or higher from HESI A2
o Higher degree – BS or MS
o Additional points awarded for completion of other degree plan courses with a “C” or better:
•ENGL 1301 •A & P II •SPCH 1311 or 1315 •Art/Humanities elective
→→Hill College is not responsible for lost or misdirected mail.
→→Documents received after November 1, 2013 may not be accepted by the Health Science Department
Other information
· It is the candidates’ responsibility to read this packet carefully and become fully aware of the deadline date, requirements and documentation needed for possible selection in the Spring 2014 Echocardiogaphy Technician Program.
· All Hill College Health Science programs require intensive clinical time other than class and these clinical sites may require extensive travel and other requirements.
· All prospective candidates’ application documents received will be reviewed for completion of the application requirements and must be received by the posted deadline date for possible selection in the next scheduled class.
· Candidates enrolled in pre-requisites may be considered for acceptance at a lower priority than candidates who have completed the re-requisites by the application/information deadline date.
· All students must have the complete and updated immunization records prior to performing direct patient care; there will be no exceptions.
· All students must have the Hepatitis B series completed prior to performing direct patient care; there will be no exceptions; it is now mandated by the Department of State Health Services, title 25, Rule §97.64 and §97.68. The student needs to realize that the Hepatitis B series must be completed prior to the first scheduled clinical rotation. The Hepatitis B series is a 3 shot series with takes 4-6 months to complete.
· Other application considerations:
o Prior medical work experience (submit supporting documents)
o 2 Academic References (form included in this application packet)
o Resume
o Cumulative GPA 2.5 of degree plan academic courses completed
o Grammar/Vocabulary and A&P 55% or higher from HESI A2
o Higher degree – BS or MS
o Additional points awarded for completion of other degree plan courses with a “C” or better:
•ENGL 1301 •A & P II •SPCH 1311 or 1315 •Art/Humanities elective
HILL COLLEGE
Sonography/Echocardiography
Application/Information Sheet
Associate of Applied Science
Please note that these programs are approved by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and Hill College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
INFORMATION SHEET
Echocardiography
Full Legal Name: ______Maiden Name:______
Any other names you have been known by: ______
Mailing Address: ______City:______Zip______
Email address: ______
Telephone Number(s) Home ______Other______
Hill College Student ID ______Social Security Number ______
Please list any other states you have lived in: ______
______
List below any licenses/certifications or health - related credentials you currently hold. ______
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Pre-Requisites required for entry. All college level courses below must have a grade of “C” or better.
College attended Year *Grade
HITT 1305 ______\______\______
BCIS 1305 ______\______\______
BIOL 2401 ______\______\______
(if science course is over 5 years old contact Health Science Department)
Math 1314 ______\______\______
PSYC 2301______\______\______
Please list ALL colleges attended. All official college transcripts must be on file in the student’s health science file before the application deadline date.
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Signature: ______Date: ______
** All applicants will be required to complete a criminal background check and drug screening. Failure to demonstrate a clear background check and/or drug screening may result in being declined for entry into the health science program. **
***Students need to realize that all health science programs require intensive clinical time other than class and these clinical sites may require extensive travel and other requirements. All candidates selected for admission into health science programs will be required to complete a physical and present proof of updated immunizations including Hep B.***
Health Science
Drug testing/Criminal Conviction
I, acknowledge that I will be required to have a criminal background check and a drug test completed before I can register for any Hill College Health Science programs.
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program (Echocardiography) programs are two-year programs. All prospective students are required to meet the admission criteria. In addition, all applicants should be free of illegal drug use, have no felony convictions, and be clear of any misdemeanor convictions other than minor traffic violations.
I acknowledge that all Hill College Health Science programs require a “C” or better on all required degree plan courses.
I acknowledge that clinical facilities have the right to refuse any student to attend clinical rotations at their facility for any eligibility issue. If this occurs, the student will not be able to continue in any Hill College Health Science program.
I acknowledge that failure to disclose a potential eligibility issue not found by the Hill College Health Science Department will be considered unethical behavior and will constitute dismissal from the program with cause.
I further acknowledge that if my drug test comes back positive I will not be allowed to register for any Hill College Health Science program. I further acknowledge that at any point within the year I may be required to do further drug testing and/or background checks if the program director in consultation with the instructor(s) feel there is sufficient evidence to warrant further investigation.
By my signature below I acknowledge that I have received a copy of this letter and understand what is required for entry into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Echocardiography) programs.
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Candidate Signature Date
Health Science
(Vocational Nursing, ADN, ADN Transition, Emergency Medical Technician, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Echocardiography Technician)
Student Information Data Sheet
Please print the following information:
Last Name ______First Name ____
Middle Name Maiden Name ______Suffix (Jr. III) ______
Please list other names you have been known by: ______
______
Date of Birth: ______Texas Driver’s License #:______State Issued: ______
Height: Weight: Gender: ______
Ethnic Group (Circle all that apply):
1. White 2. African American 3. American Native/Aleutian 4. Asian/Filipino 5. Hispanic 6. Other
Natural Color of Hair: ______Color of Eyes: ______
Place of Birth: ______
Knowledge Verification
I, , acknowledge that I have been informed of the accreditation, registry, and clinical components of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Echocardiography) Program at Hill College by initialing each topic below.
Hill College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern
Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate degrees.
Contact the Commission on Colleges at
1866 Southern Lane
Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097or call
404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Hill College.
Graduates of the Diagnostic Ultrasound program are encouraged to take the ultrasound Credentialing examinations offered by the American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT) and the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
Graduates of the Echocardiography Technician Program are encouraged to take the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) credentialing examination.
These exams are voluntary but obtaining these credentials does enhance employment opportunities. Graduates are eligible to apply for the examinations offered by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT) upon graduation, and to apply for the Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (RDMS) exam offered by ARDMS after acquiring the necessary experience after graduation as defined by the ARDMS.
Registration and certification requirements for taking and passing these examinations are not controlled by Hill College but by outside agencies and are subject to change by the agency without notice. Therefore, Hill College cannot guarantee that graduates will be eligible to take these exams, at all or at any specific time, regardless of their eligibility status upon enrollment.
All Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Echocardiography) students are required to attend a total of 1056 hours of clinical to meet the clinical hour component of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Echocardiography) program. Students will also have to demonstrate proficiency in the objectives of the clinical course to successfully complete the clinical component (see syllabi for clinical objectives. Students understand that clinical time is separate from class times, and clinical will require travel in varying distances (could be up to 100 miles one way). Students will be responsible for arranging and financing of any travel involved. Students understand that clinical assignments are not promised to be close to their residence.
I acknowledge that all Hill College Health Science programs require a “C” or better on all
required degree plan courses.
I acknowledge that I have received a copy of this Knowledge Verification form.
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Candidate Signature Date
Hill College
Health Science
Essential Clinical Performance Standards
The Hill College Health Science Department has developed the following essential performance standards which Hill College Health Science students are expected to possess and demonstrate. These standards are based upon required abilities that are compatible with effective performance in health careers and are intended to help potential students make career decisions. Health Science students unable to meet the essential performance standards are responsible for discussing the possibility of reasonable accommodations with the program coordinator before starting clinical and providing medical and other documentation related to any disability and the appropriate accommodations needed to meet the standards. Reasonable accommodation for students with disability-related needs will be determined on an individual basis, taking into consideration the standards and essential skills which must be performed to meet program objectives as well as personal and client dignity and safety. The Health Science Department Student:
1. Has visual acuity with corrective lenses to:
a. accurately read small print on medication containers, syringes, discriminate color changes, read type at 8 font, and hand-writing on college ruled paper
b. see objects up to 20 inches away
c. accurately read monitors and equipment calibrations
d. identify call lights and unusual occurrences on a unit at a distance of 100 feet.
2. Has sufficient auditory perception with corrective devices to:
a. hear monitor alarms, emergency signals, client’s call bells, pagers, and telephone conversation
b. hear client’s heart sounds, bowel sounds, and lung sounds with a stethoscope
c. receive and understand verbal communication from others
d. distinguish sounds with background noise ranging from conversation levels to high pitched sounding alarms.
3. Has the physical ability and stamina to:
a. perform client care for an entire length of clinical experience, 8-12 hours.
b. stand for prolonged periods of time, 8-12 hours.
c. transfer/position/lift up to 300 lbs with assistance