Course Catalog
Queensborough Community College’s Continuing Education and Workforce Development Office is an educational resource for the community. Our courses provide accessible and quality programming for students seeking to enrich their personal lives, advance academic skills, expand their knowledge and develop professional careers. We offer flexible schedules and a wide range of comprehensive Certificate Programs.
Featured Courses

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA): NYSED Certification
The increase in longevity and the recent changes in the health care system have created an increased need for educated and skilled Nursing Assistants. This program gives students an excellent opportunity to acquire the necessary occupational skills required for C.N.A.s. The CNA profession is ideal for people seeking flexible hours working in nursing homes, hospitals, doctors' offices and health care facilities. The program includes anatomy and physiology, fundamentals of patient care and clinical experience in a residential health care facility. Screen reader support enabled.
Pre-/Co-requisites:
Basic Cardiac Life Support (AHX-100), also known as CPR
(8-hour American Heart Association for health care provider and professional rescuer, which includes adult, child, infant CPR, rescue breathing, and use of AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) course)
High School Diploma or GED/HSE
US Citizenship or Legal Working Permits.
The NYS Department of Health now requires that Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) candidates take an additional online training program: the Affirming Care for Older LGBTQIA+ Individuals Training.
This program is available through NYS's Department of Health's Learning Management System. After registering, students can locate the program by conducting a catalog search and typing "Affirming" in the search function. When the course is completed, the registered user will receive a confirmation certificate that should be emailed to the instructor. To locate your certificate log in to your account, got to my courses and look for a drop down menu on the right side of the page and select completed course to see and download your certificate.
This course must be completed prior to the CNA final with no exceptions.
The following is required prior to the start date of clinical externship:
- Copy of physical examination (within the last 6 months);
- Updated immunization data: PPD, MMR, Tdap;
- COVID card (2-3 vaccinations);
- Flu vaccine (current);
- Titer vaccinations: Varicella, HepB; and
- CPR Certification Card
These documents must be presented to the instructor at the time of in-person skills labs on campus, and then again on the start date of the externship.
**Employment opportunities with New York City HealthPlus Hospitals**


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Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
The average Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA) salary in New York, NY is $46,400 as of November 23, 2022, and the range typically falls between $42,800 and $50,100. The US DOL Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a 16% (much faster than average) job growth for Certified Clinical Medical Assistants between 2021 and 2031.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistants are vital members of any healthcare team and perform a variety of tasks that include phlebotomy, EKGs, assisting medical staff with procedures, injections, and administering medication, and maintaining electronic health records of patients. Upon completion of this eight-course program, participants can sit for the NHA’s Certified Clinical Medical Assistant certification exam.
The recommended concurrent schedule of courses is:
First Semester:
- Medical Terminology & Body Systems (MBX126) $525
- Electronic Health Record (MBX005) $525
- CPR (AHX100) $155 (Must be AHA CPR certification) (8-hour American Heart Association for health care provider and professional rescuer, which includes adult, child, infant CPR, rescue breathing, and use of AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) course)
- Computer Readiness (MBX003) $475
Second Semester:
Total: $4,605
You can register for these classes as you go or call the office at 718-631-6343 to enroll in the program!

Certified Hemodialysis Technician
Designed to prepare for employment in the Hemodialysis industry as Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT).
Please call our office (718-631-6343) for comprehensive program details.
Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) Responsible for providing direct patient care, monitoring the patient and hemodialysis machine, and performing safety checks on the equipment and systems.
Hemodialysis cleans the blood of waste products and excess fluids by passing the blood through an artificial kidney, or dialyzer, for patients with end-stage renal disease. Topics per Certification Type: Principles of Hemodialysis, Renal Anatomy and Physiology, Complications of Renal Failure, Renal Nutrition, Lab Work, Vascular Access Care, Infection Control Practices, Water Treatment, Dialyzer Reprocessing, Hemodialysis-Fresenius-Machine setup, Operation, Disinfection, Management of Alarms, Electronics, Medical Emergencies, Patient Confidentiality, BCLS/CPR, Patient as The Customer, Fire and OSHA Safety, Ergonomics of Lifting, Professional Development, Working As a Team, Administration of Hemodialysis Medications, Anemia Management, Mineral Bone Management and Organ Transplantation.
Prerequisite: 18 years of age or older, High School diploma (or equivalent) or official transcript.
AHX-100 Basic Cardiac Life Support (CPR)
(Must be AHA CPR certification)
(8-hour American Heart Association for health care provider and professional rescuer, which includes adult, child, infant CPR, rescue breathing, and use of AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) course)
*or valid AHA certification in this courses.
Required Textbook: Core Curriculum for the Dialysis Technician: A Comprehensive Review of Hemodialysis, 6th Edition, Medical Education Institute, Inc.
For more information contact: RShannon@qcc.cuny.edu
Mondays and Wednesdays - In person
Fridays - Online
Skip dates: 3/31, 4/14, 4/16, 4/18, 5/16, 5/19, 5/21, 5/26

Community English as a second language
Whether you need to improve your English for professional, educational or personal reasons, the Community ESL Program at Queensborough Community College has the right class for you. We offer six levels from Basic Beginners to Advanced. Classes are taught by a highly experienced team of instructors eager to have you improve your English skills. Classes are held in classrooms equipped with state-of-the-art technology. In order for us to place you in the proper level, we will ask you to register, pay the tuition, and take a short placement test. More information will be provided regarding the placement test that will be scheduled a few days prior to the start of the class.
Register Here:
Description of Six Levels:
Basic English Level (level 1 of 6)
Students in the Basic English Foundation level will learn to introduce themselves by exchanging greetings and communicating with peers using basic phrases and expressions, describing familiar places and completing simple forms. Students will learn to ask and answer questions about personal details. Writing will include practicing basic sentences in the present tense with an emphasis on spelling and pronunciation. Reading will focus on understanding limited dialogues and asking and answering simple questions.
Possible Textbooks:
StartUp 1
Top Notch Fundamentals
Beginner English Level (level 2 of 6)
The Beginner class is designed to give students the ability to narrate and inquire about the world around them. Students will work on their basic command of the English language by covering everyday-life events. They will learn to master basic sentence structures using simple tenses, present, past and future in the affirmative and interrogative forms while working toward adding more complex sentences. Reading skills will include identifying the topic and the main ideas, scanning for specific information and summarizing. Speaking skills will incorporate asking and answering questions and participating in role-plays and short discussions on topics related to daily situations such as asking for information and directions, comparing holidays, looking for work and preparing for job interviews. Vocabulary will include words and idiomatic expressions relevant to each topic.
Possible Textbooks:
Start Up 2
Top Notch 1
Pre-Intermediate Level (level 3 of 6)
Pre-Intermediate students will discuss future plans, habits and routines and learn to summarize and make inferences and predictions on a variety of topics through interactive readings. They will also express agreement or disagreement with an emphasis on emotions, experiences and feelings. Students will write simple stories and link sentences using connectors such as basic subordinations and coordinations. Students will start writing outlines and simple paragraphs. The emphasis is on social communication both face to face or through social media.
Possible Textbooks:
StartUp 3
Top Notch 2
Intermediate Level (level 4 of 6)
Students in the intermediate level will continue to improve their fluency in the English language with the emphasis on speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students will participate in group discussions, role-plays and in-class presentations on a wide range of topics from different media such as newspaper articles, short stories, videos and songs. The emphasis will be on exchanging ideas and expressing opinions. Reading and writing skills will focus on making inferences, developing critical thinking, organizing information and writing short paragraphs. Grammar will focus on more complex sentence structures with compound words, simple and perfect tenses and proper spelling while increasing vocabulary through reading materials from the assigned textbook.
Possible Textbooks:
Start Up 4
Top Notch 3
Start Up 5
Upper-Intermediate (level 5 of 6)
The Upper Intermediate class is designed to increase the student's confidence in the language by focusing on all skills; speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students will explore concrete and abstract topics and develop language flexibility for social, academic and professional needs by getting involved in group discussions, giving presentations and practicing writing with at least two types of essays. Students will also work toward mastering advanced grammar and syntax by expressing ideas using a wide variety of connectors for more complex sentences
Possible Textbooks:
Start Up 6
Start Up 7
Summit 1
Low-Advanced Level (level 6 of 6)
The advanced course is designed to give the opportunity to students who completed the previous five levels to continue improving their fluency in the English language with an emphasis on speaking and writing. Students will participate in group discussions and oral presentations on a variety of current events and topics. These activities will give the students the chance to improve confidence in expressing themselves utilizing proper documentation, targeted vocabulary and advanced grammar to convince an audience. Writing skills will expand beyond the short essay with the production of complex papers using multiple transition signals and more complex sentences. Students will also learn to organize their thoughts using an outline and do research on the internet to support their topic development.
Possible Textbooks:
Start Up 8
Amazon.com: StartUp 8, Student Book: 9780134684239: Pearson Education: Books
Summit 2
For more information contact CUNY Language Immersion Program (CLIP) at 718-281-5460 or CLIP@qcc.cuny.edu
Location: English Language and Literacy Programs is located in the Science Building in Room 216.
Map of Campus: Map of the Campus (cuny.edu)
Mandatory Placement Test to Determine Your Level:
Science Building, room 318 on: TBD
Summer 2025 Placement exam dates:
May 19, 21, 28 - 4:30pm-5:30pm
June 2 and 4 - 4:30pm-5:30pm
Skip Dates:
7/03
Please bring a pen or pencil!
Please select a placement exam date and email cprato@qcc.cuny.edu with your preference.

Emergency Medical Technician Certification
This program covers all techniques and operational aspects of an EMT. Demonstration, practice, and clinical observation are integrated with free online FEMA classes.
Certifications provided by NYS Bureau of EMS. Students will be required to pay a separate registration fee on FISDAP on line EMS scheduler to arrange clinical rotations.
Please refer to NYS DOH bureau of EMS website for requirements for certification,
https://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/ems/
EMT Fee: $1,500
Participants must be fully vaccinated.
Meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-10 pm
and Saturdays from 9 am - 6 pm (with a one-hour break).
Skip Dates:1/29, 2/01, 2/12, 2/17, 3/29, 3/31
4/05, 4/12-4/19
Wed: 2/26( Monday Schedule Online lecture)

Emergency Room Technician
An ER Tech provides technical support to MDs and RNs to optimize patient care. The ER Tech assists the MDs and RNs by performing Phlebotomy and IV stats, performing 12-lead EKGs, transporting patients to other departments, performs wound care, obtains lab specimens, documents all care/procedures provided, and performs other responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements: Registrants must have AHA/BLS certification current before beginning program and upon completion of program. Students will be required to meet with Program Coordinator once per semester to asses progress towards completion of program/ HS Diploma or equivalent required.
To earn the certificate, the following courses must be successfully completed:
First Semester:
- AHA/BLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support (AHX100) $155--(Must be AHA CPR certification) (8-hour American Heart Association for health care provider and professional rescuer, which includes adult, child, infant CPR, rescue breathing, and use of AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) course)
- Medical Terminology & Body Systems(MBX 126) $525
- EKG Tech (AHX170) $1,000
- Phlebotomy Tech (AHX171) $1,200
- IV Tech (AHX172) $500
Second Semester:
Total: $4,880
You can register for these classes as you go or call the office at 718-631-6343 to enroll in the program!

Patient Care Associate
The average Patient Care Associates (previously known as Patient Care Technicians) salary in New York, NY is $42,297 and the salary range typically falls between $36,852 and $47,295. The BLS reports that PCTs can expect a growth in demand of 17% from 2014 to 2024, which is much faster than the average for most other professions.
Patient Care Associates are multi-disciplinary technical workers trained to provide basic nursing assistant care as well as other skilled functions. Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Clinics, Labs and Doctors' Offices all employ Patient Care Technicians. The disciplines included in the program at Queensborough Community College include six core competencies in CPR (AHX100), Standard First Aid (AHX183), EKG (AHX170), Phlebotomy (AHX171), Medical Terminology for Allied Health Programs (AHX-179), and Certified Nursing Assistant (NUX200).
The disciplines included in the program at Queensborough Community College include Five core competencies:
- CPR- Basic Cardiac Life Support(AHX100) $155--(Must be AHA CPR certification) (8-hour American Heart Association for health care provider and professional rescuer, which includes adult, child, infant CPR, rescue breathing, and use of AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) course)
- Medical Terminology & Body Systems (MBX 126) $525 (Pre-requisite for EKG and Phlebotomy)
- EKG Technician(AHX170) $1,000
- Phlebotomy Technician(AHX171) $1,200
- Certified Nursing Assistant (NUX200) $1,450
Total: $4,330
Certified Nursing Assistant can not be taken in the same semester as EKG and Phlebotomy.
After completing the program students can take the certification exam from the NHA and become a Certified Patient Care Associate (CPCA).
For more information, call 718-631-6343.
Courses

Academic English Foundations

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Program (CCMA)
This 7 course program starting with Medical Terminology & Body Systems (MBX126), which is the language used in the medical professions, and navigating of an Electronic Health Record (MBX-005). Computer Readiness (MBX003) teaches Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint for office work or Those with computer proficiency may opt to take Leveraging AI and Machine Learning in Healthcare in place of Computer Readiness. The course is work is rounded out with EKG (AHX170), Phlebotomy (AHX171) and Medical Assisting Administrative Procedures (MBX127).
The recommended concurrent schedule of courses is listed below.
First Semester:
- Medical Terminology & Body Systems (MBX126) $525
- Electronic Health Record (MBX005) $525
- CPR (AHX100) $155 (Must be AHA CPR certification) (8-hour American Heart Association for health care provider and professional rescuer, which includes adult, child, infant CPR, rescue breathing, and use of AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) course)
- Computer Readiness (MBX003) $475
- ???????Those with computer proficiency may opt to take Leveraging AI and Machine Learning in Healthcare $475 in place of Computer Readiness
Second Semester:
Total: $4,605
You can register for these classes as you go or call the office at 718-631-6343 to enroll in the program!

Certified Hemodialysis Technician Prep Course
Designed to prepare for employment in the Hemodialysis industry as Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT).
Please call our office (718-631-6343) for comprehensive program details.
Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) Responsible for providing direct patient care, monitoring the patient and hemodialysis machine, and performing safety checks on the equipment and systems.
Hemodialysis cleans the blood of waste products and excess fluids by passing the blood through an artificial kidney, or dialyzer, for patients with end-stage renal disease. Topics per Certification Type: Principles of Hemodialysis, Renal Anatomy and Physiology, Complications of Renal Failure, Renal Nutrition, Lab Work, Vascular Access Care, Infection Control Practices, Water Treatment, Dialyzer Reprocessing, Hemodialysis-Fresenius-Machine setup, Operation, Disinfection, Management of Alarms, Electronics, Medical Emergencies, Patient Confidentiality, BCLS/CPR, Patient as The Customer, Fire and OSHA Safety, Ergonomics of Lifting, Professional Development, Working As a Team, Administration of Hemodialysis Medications, Anemia Management, Mineral Bone Management and Organ Transplantation.
Prerequisite: 18 years of age or older, High School diploma (or equivalent) or official transcript.
AHX-100 Basic Cardiac Life Support (CPR)
(Must be AHA CPR certification)
(8-hour American Heart Association for health care provider and professional rescuer, which includes adult, child, infant CPR, rescue breathing, and use of AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) course)
*or valid AHA certification in this courses.
Required Textbook: Core Curriculum for the Dialysis Technician: A Comprehensive Review of Hemodialysis, 6th Edition, Medical Education Institute, Inc.
For more information contact: RShannon@qcc.cuny.edu

Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
Certified Medical Administrative Assistants play important roles in today's medical community and are in great demand. The CMAA program at QCC consists of four courses:
Medical Terminology & Body Systems (MBX126) $525
Electronic Health Records (MBX-005) $525
Medical Assisting Administrative Procedures (MBX127) $725
Computer Readiness (MBX003) .$475
- Those with computer proficiency may opt to take Leveraging AI and Machine Learning in Healthcare $475 in place of Computer Readiness
Call 718-631-6343 if you have questions!

Certified Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Program
This program consists of the following six courses:
First Semester:
Medical Terminology & Body Systems --MBX126- $525-- which is the language used in medical professions;
Electronic Health Records -- MBX-005- $525, which covers regulations that govern the practice of medicine;
Computer Readiness -- MBX-003 --$475 which covers the Microsoft Office Suite of Word, Power Point and Excel.
Those with computer proficiency may opt to take Leveraging AI and Machine Learning in Healthcare $475 in place of Computer Readiness
Second Semester:
CPT Coding (Current Procedural Terminology) -- MBX-103 - $525;
ICD-10 Coding - International Classification of Diseases -- MBX-104- $525;
Medical Billing & Practice Management -- MBX-125- $525, which includes insurance industry terminology and the knowledge of how to correctly code and bill for services rendered using practice management software. The focus of this medical career pathway is the financial health of enterprise or revenue cycle management.
Total: $3,100

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA): NYSED Certification
The increase in longevity and the recent changes in the health care system have created an increased need for educated and skilled Nursing Assistants. This program gives students an excellent opportunity to acquire the necessary occupational skills required for C.N.A.s. The CNA profession is ideal for people seeking flexible hours working in nursing homes, hospitals, doctors' offices and health care facilities. The program includes anatomy and physiology, fundamentals of patient care and clinical experience in a residential health care facility. Screen reader support enabled.
Pre-/Co-requisites:
Basic Cardiac Life Support (AHX-100), also known as CPR
(8-hour American Heart Association for health care provider and professional rescuer, which includes adult, child, infant CPR, rescue breathing, and use of AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) course)
High School Diploma or GED/HSE
US Citizenship or Legal Working Permits.
The NYS Department of Health now requires that Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) candidates take an additional online training program: the Affirming Care for Older LGBTQIA+ Individuals Training.
This program is available through NYS's Department of Health's Learning Management System. After registering, students can locate the program by conducting a catalog search and typing "Affirming" in the search function. When the course is completed, the registered user will receive a confirmation certificate that should be emailed to the instructor. To locate your certificate log in to your account, got to my courses and look for a drop down menu on the right side of the page and select completed course to see and download your certificate.
This course must be completed prior to the CNA final with no exceptions.
The following is required prior to the start date of clinical externship:
- Copy of physical examination (within the last 6 months);
- Updated immunization data: PPD, MMR, Tdap;
- COVID card (2-3 vaccinations);
- Flu vaccine (current);
- Titer vaccinations: Varicella, HepB; and
- CPR Certification Card
These documents must be presented to the instructor at the time of in-person skills labs on campus, and then again on the start date of the externship.
**Employment opportunities with New York City HealthPlus Hospitals**

Chess

Coding with Python

Community English as a Second Language
Whether you need to improve your English for professional, educational or personal reasons, the Community ESL Program at Queensborough Community College has the right class for you. We offer six levels from Basic Beginners to Advanced. Classes are taught by a highly experienced team of instructors eager to have you improve your English skills. Classes are held in classrooms equipped with state-of-the-art technology. In order for us to place you in the proper level, we will ask you to register, pay the tuition, and take a short placement test. More information will be provided regarding the placement test that will be scheduled a few days prior to the start of the class.
Register Here:
Description of Six Levels:
Basic English Level (level 1 of 6)
Students in the Basic English Foundation level will learn to introduce themselves by exchanging greetings and communicating with peers using basic phrases and expressions, describing familiar places and completing simple forms. Students will learn to ask and answer questions about personal details. Writing will include practicing basic sentences in the present tense with an emphasis on spelling and pronunciation. Reading will focus on understanding limited dialogues and asking and answering simple questions.
Possible Textbooks:
StartUp 1
Top Notch Fundamentals
Beginner English Level (level 2 of 6)
The Beginner class is designed to give students the ability to narrate and inquire about the world around them. Students will work on their basic command of the English language by covering everyday-life events. They will learn to master basic sentence structures using simple tenses, present, past and future in the affirmative and interrogative forms while working toward adding more complex sentences. Reading skills will include identifying the topic and the main ideas, scanning for specific information and summarizing. Speaking skills will incorporate asking and answering questions and participating in role-plays and short discussions on topics related to daily situations such as asking for information and directions, comparing holidays, looking for work and preparing for job interviews. Vocabulary will include words and idiomatic expressions relevant to each topic.
Possible Textbooks:
Start Up 2
Top Notch 1
Pre-Intermediate Level (level 3 of 6)
Pre-Intermediate students will discuss future plans, habits and routines and learn to summarize and make inferences and predictions on a variety of topics through interactive readings. They will also express agreement or disagreement with an emphasis on emotions, experiences and feelings. Students will write simple stories and link sentences using connectors such as basic subordinations and coordinations. Students will start writing outlines and simple paragraphs. The emphasis is on social communication both face to face or through social media.
Possible Textbooks:
StartUp 3
Top Notch 2
Intermediate Level (level 4 of 6)
Students in the intermediate level will continue to improve their fluency in the English language with the emphasis on speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students will participate in group discussions, role-plays and in-class presentations on a wide range of topics from different media such as newspaper articles, short stories, videos and songs. The emphasis will be on exchanging ideas and expressing opinions. Reading and writing skills will focus on making inferences, developing critical thinking, organizing information and writing short paragraphs. Grammar will focus on more complex sentence structures with compound words, simple and perfect tenses and proper spelling while increasing vocabulary through reading materials from the assigned textbook.
Possible Textbooks:
Start Up 4
Top Notch 3
Start Up 5
Upper-Intermediate (level 5 of 6)
The Upper Intermediate class is designed to increase the student's confidence in the language by focusing on all skills; speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students will explore concrete and abstract topics and develop language flexibility for social, academic and professional needs by getting involved in group discussions, giving presentations and practicing writing with at least two types of essays. Students will also work toward mastering advanced grammar and syntax by expressing ideas using a wide variety of connectors for more complex sentences
Possible Textbooks:
Start Up 6
Start Up 7
Summit 1
Low-Advanced Level (level 6 of 6)
The advanced course is designed to give the opportunity to students who completed the previous five levels to continue improving their fluency in the English language with an emphasis on speaking and writing. Students will participate in group discussions and oral presentations on a variety of current events and topics. These activities will give the students the chance to improve confidence in expressing themselves utilizing proper documentation, targeted vocabulary and advanced grammar to convince an audience. Writing skills will expand beyond the short essay with the production of complex papers using multiple transition signals and more complex sentences. Students will also learn to organize their thoughts using an outline and do research on the internet to support their topic development.
Possible Textbooks:
Start Up 8
Amazon.com: StartUp 8, Student Book: 9780134684239: Pearson Education: Books
Summit 2
For more information contact CUNY Language Immersion Program (CLIP) at 718-281-5460 or CLIP@qcc.cuny.edu
Location: English Language and Literacy Programs is located in the Science Building in Room 318.
Map of Campus: Map of the Campus (cuny.edu)
Mandatory Placement Test to Determine Your Level:
Science Building, room 318 on: TBD
Please bring a pen or pencil!
Please select a placement exam date and email cprato@qcc.cuny.edu with your preference.
Summer 2025 Placement exam dates:
May 19, 21, 28 - 4:30pm-5:30pm
June 2 and 4 - 4:30pm-5:30pm
Skip Dates:
7/03

Community Swimming
A supervised recreational swimming program. Registration invoice for Community Swim (PEX287) required for entrance to the pool. Children under 15 must be accompanied in the pool by an adult. Ages 15-18 must have adult supervision.
Registration: https://ce.cuny.edu/qccconted/searchResults.cfm?couID=9729
Note: No make-up date for unanticipated facilities and/or weather condition closures.

Dental Assistant

EKG Technician
Pre-/Co-Requisite:
AHX-100 Basic Cardiac Life Support (CPR)(Must be AHA CPR certification)
(8-hour American Heart Association for health care provider and professional rescuer, which includes adult, child, infant CPR, rescue breathing, and use of AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) course)
*or valid AHA certification in this courses.
Introduction to cardiac anatomy and terminology, recognition of cardiac emergencies, obtaining 12-lead ECG or EKG tracing and basic rhythm interpretation.
EKG technicians are in demand! EKG technicians work in physician's offices, hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities and organizations. EKG technicians also work for insurance companies to provide data for health and life insurance policies. Similar to other growing healthcare professions, the demand for EKG technicians is expected to continue to grow substantially.
This program covers topics and processes critical to conducting and interpreting electrocardiograms (EKGs). To begin, learners will review the anatomy and physiology of the heart. From there, learners will go on to explore the technology used such as the EKG machine. Next, participants will learn how to interpret a rhythm strip. And finally, learners will discover the details of a myocardial infarction. Successful completion of this program will help prepare learners to perform the role of EKG technician.

Emergency Room Technician Program(ERT)
An ER Tech provides technical support to MDs and RNs to optimize patient care. The ER Tech assists the MDs and RNs by performing Phlebotomy and IV stats, performing 12-lead EKGs, transporting patients to other departments, performs wound care, obtains lab specimens, documents all care/procedures provided, and performs other responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements: Registrants must have American Heart Association CPR certification current before beginning program and upon completion of program. Students will be required to meet with Program Coordinator once per semester to asses progress towards completion of program and HS Diploma or equivalent required.
To earn the certificate, the following courses must be successfully completed:
First Semester:
- AHA/BLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support (AHX100) $155--(Must be AHA CPR certification) (8-hour American Heart Association for health care provider and professional rescuer, which includes adult, child, infant CPR, rescue breathing, and use of AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) course)
- Medical Terminology & Body Systems(MBX 126) $525
- EKG Tech (AHX170) $1,000
- Phlebotomy Tech (AHX171) $1,200
- IV Tech (AHX172) $500
Second Semester:
Total: $4,880
You can register for these classes as you go or call the office at 718-631-6343 to enroll in the program!

EMT Certification
Requirement:
- High School Diploma or GED/HSE
- US Citizenship or Legal Working Permits
This course covers all techniques and operational aspects of an EMT. Demonstration, practice, and clinical observation are integrated with free online FEMA classes.
Certifications provided by NYS Bureau of EMS. Students will be required to pay a separate registration fee on FISDAP on line EMS scheduler to arrange clinical rotations.
Please refer to NYS DOH bureau of EMS website for requirements for certification,
https://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/ems/
Participants must be fully vaccinated.
Registration will end 2 weeks before the class is scheduled to start

HSE/GED Preparation for Adults: High School Equivalency Diploma
This course will help you analyze your strengths and weaknesses, so you can focus your studying on the areas that you need most. You will get the basics of what you need to know to succeed on the four GED© test modules: Reasoning Through Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, and Mathematical Reasoning.
Some GED© Testing Centers require proof that you have passed a GED© test preparation course or the official practice tests before you can take the official GED© tests. Before enrolling in this course, please check with the official GED© Testing Center where you intend to take your tests to make sure that this course will meet their requirements. Not all states use the GED© test as their test for high school equivalency diploma.
Requirements
Prerequisites:
You should have the ability to read and write the English language at a high-school level. You should also be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers. If you are testing in the United States, you should have an understanding of the English measurement system. If you're testing in Canada, you should be familiar with the metric system. Additionally, you must be 18 years of age to take the GED© exam or request an age waiver from the test center.
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 8 or later.
- Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.
Registration is at:
https://www.ed2go.com/qccce/online-courses/ged-preparation/
Enrollment Options:
Instructor-Led 6 Weeks Access Course Code: ged
Study online with instructor-moderated discussion boards.
New classes start every month
Self-Paced 3 Months Access Course Code: T9311
No instructor. Course begins when you enroll.

Infection Control Techniques
Licensing Certification
Required In health-care practice for RN's, LPN's, MD's and PA's
NYS-mandated training for renewing health-care licenses. Approved by the NYS Department of Education, this course covers Department of Health policy on H.I.V. and Hepatitis B. and Board of Regents and Dept. of Health regulations on professional conduct.
Register at https://www.ed2go.com/qccce/online-courses/infection-control-training/
For help: https://www.ed2go.com/qccce/help.html

Patient Care Associate Program(PCA)
Patient Care Associates (previously known as Patient Care Technicians) are multi-disciplinary technical workers trained to provide basic nursing assistant care as well as other skilled functions. Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Clinics, Labs and doctors' Offices all employ Patient Care Technicians.
The disciplines included in the program at Queensborough Community College include Five core competencies:
- CPR- Basic Cardiac Life Support(AHX100) $155--(Must be AHA CPR certification) (8-hour American Heart Association for health care provider and professional rescuer, which includes adult, child, infant CPR, rescue breathing, and use of AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) course)
- Medical Terminology & Body Systems (MBX 126) $525 (Pre-requisite for EKG and Phlebotomy)
- EKG Technician(AHX170) $1,000
- Phlebotomy Technician(AHX171) $1,200
- Certified Nursing Assistant (NUX200) $1,450
Total: $4,330
Certified Nursing Assistant can not be taken in the same semester as EKG and Phlebotomy.
After completing the program students can take the certification exam from the NHA and become a Certified Patient Care Associate (CPCA).
You can register for these classes as you go or call the office at 718-631-6343 to enroll in the Program!

PERSONAL ENRICHMENT

Personal Trainer Certification Course
Hybrid (Virtual lectures + In-person practical skills labs)
Unlock Your Fitness Career with Expert Training!
Are you passionate about fitness and ready to turn your enthusiasm into a rewarding profession? Enroll in our Personal Trainer Certification Course today and set yourself on the path to success.
Why Choose Our Program?
· Hybrid Learning Experience: Enjoy the flexibility of virtual LIVE lectures combined with the only in-person practical skill labs in the industry.
· Comprehensive Curriculum: Dive deep into 15 hours of essential topics, including anatomy, exercise physiology, kinesiology, biomechanics, and nutrition.
· Hands-On Training: Master assessing clients, stretching, warm-ups/cool-downs, exercise analysis, and program design through practical skill labs.
· NCCA Accredited: This certification is recognized for 3 college credits towards a degree, ensuring your education is valuable and respected.
· National Test Vouchers Included: Save $450 with included national test vouchers and gain extra access to our online video-enhanced CPT course at no additional cost.
· Career Support: Benefit from our 30-hour optional employer internship, helping you step into jobs that highly value our unique certification.
· The Certified Personal Trainer qualified with 2 other certifications to acquire the MASTER TRAINER Certificate!
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Turn your fitness passion into a professional career. Our expert-led program equips you with the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to thrive in the field. Do not miss this opportunity to excel.
Enroll Now: Secure your spot and begin your journey toward becoming a Certified Personal Trainer. For more information and to enroll, contact us at (718) 631-6343.
Required Textbook: (Sold Separately)
Title: Fitness Professional's Handbook 8th Edition With HKPropel Access ISBN: 9781718217829
List price: $109.00. The links to purchase are the following: Paperback: https://us.humankinetics.com/products/fitness-professionals-handbook-8th-edition-with-hkpropel-access/?rfsn=5664876.daaee25
Schedule:
Saturdays
February 1 – March 1, 2025
Virtual lectures 9:00am – 12:00noon
In-person practical skill labs 1:00pm – 4:00pm (BLINK FITNESS in Bayside, NY)
Must arrive at the gym for skills lab by 1:00pm
BYE study weekend – March 8. 2025
National Exam date – March 15, 2024 (written exam 9:00am – 11:00am; practical exam 12:00noon – 5:00pm)
Fee: $875 (payment plan is available)
No Refunds Once Course Starts.
Discounts not Applicable for this Program.
REGISTER HERE: Certified Personal Trainer Course - Queensborough Community College - – W.I.T.S (witseducation.com)
FREE INFORMATION Webinar 2025
Please register for Learn About Being a Nationally Certified Personal Trainer & Health Coach! on Jan 6, 2025 6:30pm at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6332195657777368410
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Pharmacy Technician

Phlebotomy Technician
Pre-/Co-Requisites
AHX-100 Basic Cardiac Life Support (CPR)(Must be AHA CPR certification)
(8-hour American Heart Association for health care provider and professional rescuer, which includes adult, child, infant CPR, rescue breathing, and use of AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) course)
or valid AHA certification in this course.
Obtain the introductory skills to secure an entry-level position. Learn various methods of blood collection through venipuncture, capillary puncture and, existing intravascular devices. Emphasizes use of anticoagulants, the order of draw and, procedures for obtaining and processing specimens. Safety considerations for all health care professionals and patients discussed. Registrants should purchase stethoscope, B/P cuff and non-latex gloves.
The phlebotomist is a vital member of the clinical laboratory team, whose main function is to obtain patient's blood specimens by venipuncture and micro-collection for testing purposes. Phlebotomists are employed throughout the healthcare system including in hospitals, neighborhood health centers, medical group practices, HMO's, public health facilities, veteran hospitals, insurance carriers, and in other healthcare settings. The demand for phlebotomy technicians has increased substantially with the overall complexity of healthcare services and the risks of infectious disease. Current healthcare industry experts predict a 15% increase in phlebotomy jobs by 2024.
This program prepares learners to collect blood specimens from clients for the purpose of laboratory analysis. Learners will become familiar with all aspects of blood collection and will review the skills needed to perform venipunctures safely. Topics in this course include medical terminology, related anatomy and physiology, blood collection procedures, and procedures for collection of other types of specimens within the scope of practice of the phlebotomist.
Textbook-
Hartman's Complete Guide for the Phlebotomy Technician, 2e
ISBN 978-1604251654
Workbook-
Workbook for Hartman's Complete Guide for the Phlebotomy Technician 2e
ISBN 978- 1604251661

Physical Therapy Aide
The purpose of physical therapy is to restore loco-motor function to the human body through alleviating and correcting movement dysfunction. Physical Therapy has become a valuable part of total patient care and rehabilitation. Physical Therapy Aides, under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist, assist with specific components of treatment interventions. A substantial increase in the amount of physical activity in the general population has resulted in a significant increase in the need for physical therapy services.
The Physical Therapy Aide is generally responsible for carrying out the non-technical duties of physical therapy, such as preparing treatment areas, ordering devices and supplies, and transporting patients. As a result of the increase in physical activity among adult populations, the number of sports related injuries has increased substantially – escalating the need for physical therapy services and Physical Therapy Aides. This comprehensive program prepares students for entry level Physical Therapy Aide positions as supportive personnel in a Physical Therapy practice.
NOTE: This is an entry-level program for Physical Therapy Aides. State certification/license in physical therapy generally requires at least 1 to 2 years of formal education.
Certification Opportunities
After completing this program, learners will have the opportunity to take the leading national/industry-recognized certification exam(s) essential to entry-level employment in this fast-growing field.
National Workforce Career Association (NWCA) Physical Therapy Aide
Externship Opportunity
Once you've completed the program requirements, a dedicated Externship Coordinator will reach out to you to arrange an externship with a local employer or organization in your chosen field. This is a great opportunity to get the hands-on, real-world experience employers are looking for!
Note: Additional documentation including health records, immunizations, drug-screening, criminal background checks, etc. may be required by the externship facility.
After completing this program, learners will be able to:
- Introduction to Physical Therapy
- History and Evolution of Physical Therapy
- Role of the PT aide in the rehabilitation team
- Ethical and legal considerations for aides
- Parts and types of effective communication
- Abbreviations and medical terminology
- Basic Anatomy, Anatomical Position
- Structures of the Musculoskeletal System and function of each
- Range of motion exercises
- Ambulation and gait training
- Measuring Vital Signs; Disorders of the Circulatory
- Strengthening and exercise
- Types of physical therapy modalities
- Stretching and direction of movement
- Common injuries and associated modalities
- Clinical skills: patient positioning, and transfer, use of transfer belt, ambulation using crutches/walker/cane range of motion exercises; accurate vital signs
As part of this program, Learners will complete the following hands-on labs and activities:
- Handwashing
- General Patient Care
- Patient Positioning
- Vital Signs
- ROM Exercises - Upper and Lower Extremities
- Exercises for Total Hip Replacement Patient
- Exercises for Cerebrovascular Accident - Stroke
- Use of a Gait Belt or Transfer Belt
- Use of Assistive Devices for Ambulation
- Compression Stockings, Binders, and Elastic Wraps
- Patient Transfers
- Undressing and Dressing a Patient for Treatment
- Making an Occupied Bed
- Applying Hot and Cold Compresses
- First Aid and CPR

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The purpose of physical therapy is to restore loco-motor function to the human body through alleviating and correcting movement dysfunction. Physical Therapy has become a valuable part of total patient care and rehabilitation. Physical Therapy Aides, under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist, assist with specific components of treatment interventions. A substantial increase in the amount of physical activity in the general population has resulted in a significant increase in the need for physical therapy services.
The Physical Therapy Aide is generally responsible for carrying out the non-technical duties of physical therapy, such as preparing treatment areas, ordering devices and supplies, and transporting patients. As a result of the increase in physical activity among adult populations, the number of sports related injuries has increased substantially – escalating the need for physical therapy services and Physical Therapy Aides. This comprehensive program prepares students for entry level Physical Therapy Aide positions as supportive personnel in a Physical Therapy practice.
NOTE: This is an entry-level program for Physical Therapy Aides. State certification/license in physical therapy generally requires at least 1 to 2 years of formal education.
Certification Opportunities
After completing this program, learners will have the opportunity to take the leading national/industry-recognized certification exam(s) essential to entry-level employment in this fast-growing field.
National Workforce Career Association (NWCA) Physical Therapy Aide
Externship Opportunity
Once you've completed the program requirements, a dedicated Externship Coordinator will reach out to you to arrange an externship with a local employer or organization in your chosen field. This is a great opportunity to get the hands-on, real-world experience employers are looking for!
Note: Additional documentation including health records, immunizations, drug-screening, criminal background checks, etc. may be required by the externship facility.
After completing this program, learners will be able to:
- Introduction to Physical Therapy
- History and Evolution of Physical Therapy
- Role of the PT aide in the rehabilitation team
- Ethical and legal considerations for aides
- Parts and types of effective communication
- Abbreviations and medical terminology
- Basic Anatomy, Anatomical Position
- Structures of the Musculoskeletal System and function of each
- Range of motion exercises
- Ambulation and gait training
- Measuring Vital Signs; Disorders of the Circulatory
- Strengthening and exercise
- Types of physical therapy modalities
- Stretching and direction of movement
- Common injuries and associated modalities
- Clinical skills: patient positioning, and transfer, use of transfer belt, ambulation using crutches/walker/cane range of motion exercises; accurate vital signs
As part of this program, Learners will complete the following hands-on labs and activities:
- Handwashing
- General Patient Care
- Patient Positioning
- Vital Signs
- ROM Exercises - Upper and Lower Extremities
- Exercises for Total Hip Replacement Patient
- Exercises for Cerebrovascular Accident - Stroke
- Use of a Gait Belt or Transfer Belt
- Use of Assistive Devices for Ambulation
- Compression Stockings, Binders, and Elastic Wraps
- Patient Transfers
- Undressing and Dressing a Patient for Treatment
- Making an Occupied Bed
- Applying Hot and Cold Compresses
- First Aid and CPR