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The Weatherford College Echocardiography Certificate Program is a two-semester curriculum comprised of classroom, laboratory, and clinical learning experiences. The course of study is comprised of 24 semester-credit hours and is designed to prepare individuals for careers as adult cardiac sonographers. This course is offered to graduates of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program who are interested in expanding their professional repertoire to include adult echocardiography.

The Weatherford College Vascular Certificate Program is a two-course curriculum consisting of online classroom lectures and on campus scanning lab learning experiences. The course of study is comprised of 6 semester credit hours and is designed to provide basic vascular skills for practicing Sonographers / Echocardiographers. This course is offered to graduates of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or credentialed Sonographers desiring to acquire Vascular Sonography skills.

This 108-hour program prepares students as entry level nursing assistants to achieve a level of knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to provide basic care to residents of long-term care facilities and patients in hospitals. Topics include resident's rights, communication, safety, observation, reporting and assisting residents/patients in maintaining basic comfort and safety. Emphasis is placed on effective interaction with members of the health care team. Students under the age of 18 must have signed parental consent. Approximately a three-month program.

This program is intended for students who want to prepare for an exciting, challenging, and rewarding career in healthcare. This program will train students to assist physicians by performing functions related to the clinical responsibilities of a medical office. Instruction includes among other things preparing patients for examination and treatment, routine laboratory procedures, diagnostic testing, technical aspects of phlebotomy, and the cardiac life cycle. Students will review important topics including phlebotomy, pharmacology, the proper use and administration of medications, taking and documenting vital signs, cardiology including proper lead placements, professional workplace behavior, ethics and the legal aspects of healthcare. This program includes 140-hours of classroom lecture and hands-on labs and the off-site externship of 160-hours to provide students with a comprehensive learning experience. Externship hours will vary by class and location. To be eligible for the externship, students must successfully complete the 140-hour program.

CT is a sophisticated diagnostic imaging modality that captures cross sectional images of the patient.CT may evaluate many types of disease processes, injuries, guide biopsies, and also used to help plan radiation therapy treatments. The CT technologist is an essential member of the healthcare team who is proficient in performing cross sectional images using sophisticated diagnostic x-ray equipment. This health care professional works closely with patients, fellow technologists, radiologists, and many other members of the health care team. The CT technologist can be employed in a number of health care settings that include trauma centers, hospitals, clinics, urgent care centers, oncology treatment centers, or can be employed as a traveling technologist.

Most all mammograms performed today are imaged in 3-D. Three-dimensional (3-D) mammography and digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT), is an advanced form of breast imaging where multiple images of the breast from different angles are captured and reconstructed ("synthesized") into a three-dimensional image set. In this way, 3-D breast imaging is similar to computed tomography (CT) imaging in which a series of thin "slices" are assembled together to create a 3-D reconstruction of the body.

Weatherford College in partnership with Condensed Curriculum International, Inc. is offering a Dental Assistant training program. Approximately a 4-month program. This program prepares students for an exciting, entry level position as a chairside dental assistant in a dental office. The Dental Assistant program will cover key areas and topics exposing the student to both classroom and hands-on instruction. The classroom instruction reviews the necessary anatomy, terminology, legal and ethical issues, as well as the policy and guidelines necessary to understanding the scope of practice and the practical aspects of dental assisting. This program includes 100 hours of classroom lecture and hands-on labs and the off-site externship of 80 hours to provide students with a comprehensive learning experience. Externship hours will vary by class and location. To be eligible for the externship, students must successfully complete the 100-hour program.

The Weatherford College Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program is a two-year curriculum (approximately 20 months after prerequisites are complete) comprised of classroom, laboratory, and clinical learning experiences. It is located on campus of Weatherford College. The course of study is designed to prepare the graduate to work under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist and provide occupational therapy services to people with physical, mental, emotional or development disabilities.

This comprehensive 84-hour program will prepare students to work as a pharmacy technician in a retail or other pharmacy setting and to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board’s PTCB exam. Course content includes: pharmacy medical terminology, the history of pharmacy, the pharmacy practice in multiple environments, pharmacy calculations and measurements, reading and interpreting prescriptions and defining drugs by generic and brand names, drug classifications, the I.V. flow rates, sterile compounding, dose conversions, aseptic technique, the handling of sterile products, total parental nutrition (TPN), dispensing of prescriptions, inventory control, billing, and reimbursement.

Weatherford College Phlebotomy Technology seeks to train entry-level phlebotomists according to Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute Guidelines and the Accepted Standard of Care in the Phlebotomy Profession. Our graduates are trained to be medical professionals ready to serve in clinical laboratories or blood collection sites with appropriate skill levels and the theoretical and practical laboratory experience to be exemplary employees. The Program strives to maintain a student oriented learning opportunity while respecting diversity and individual dignity. Our didactic training aims for academic excellence. Laboratory experience integrates clinical skills with the latest technology. Graduates earn a certificate, and are prepared to challenge the American Society of Clinical Pathology Registry or any other national phlebotomy registry.

Physical therapy helps people with orthopedic conditions such as low back pain, arthritis or fractures; neurologic conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, or Parkinson's disease; skin and soft tissue injuries such as burns or wounds; cardiopulmonary conditions such as congestive heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; and other conditions including repetitive stress disorders and sports injuries. The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Program at Weatherford College leads to an associate in applied science degree and encompasses a two-year course of study. The program is designed to prepare the graduate to work under the supervision of a physical therapist.

In accordance with the mission of Weatherford College, the Respiratory Care Program is committed to providing quality learning opportunities that serve the needs of our students and the citizens of our service area. In addition, the Respiratory Care Program will prepare graduates to function as competent respiratory care practitioners, serving society through their professional roles.

The Veterinary Technology program educates students to advance health and wellness for all species with compassion, curiosity and commitment to evidence-based medicine. Student through their learning and active citizenship will enable animals and humans in their communities to live healthier lives.

The purpose of this Web site is to promote awareness of the Weatherford College nursing programs. You will be provided comprehensive information required for applying to the various nursing programs, and the information needed once you are accepted to the program. Our goal is to help applicants interested in pursuing a nursing career to be successful. You will find resources to help you study for the entrance exams. We want the application process to be easy, so you will find links to the Weatherford College application and the Allied Health application, along with a checklist of items to be submitted with the Allied Health application.

Weatherford College offers the following welding courses which can be taken individually or students can earn a Basic Welding Technology Certificate by completing all of the courses. Courses are offered in the evening so students can continue to work while learning new skills or improving existing skills. Courses are taught at the Weatherford Campus, the Education Center in Mineral Wells, and on the Wise County Campus. Enrollment is limited to 10 students per course. The Basic Welding Technology Certificate includes all courses below for a total of 336 hours of coursework & is approved for WIA/Workforce funding.

The Child Care Provider/Assistant Certificate prepares students to work in a child care centers, own a child care center, manage a child care center in a corporate environment, teach in a preschool setting, direct an afterschool program, etc.

The Associate of Applied Sciences degree in Emergency Medical Service is designed for students seeking a broad program study in EMS. EMS personnel are finding an increasing number of applications for the training and experience they possess, but moving into these areas require an expanded and comprehensive education beyond the basic training of EMS certificate programs. The purpose of this degree is to provide the expanded education necessary for the future licensed paramedic.

The Weatherford College Regional Fire Academy is designed to prepare cadets for a career as a professional firefighter. Cadets successfully completing the Texas Commission on Fire Protection approved Basic Firefighter Academy are eligible to sit for the State Certification Exam. Cadets successfully completing the program will obtain college credit and a strong, well-balanced educational background preparing them to serve and protect the community. Cadets will also acquire the technical knowledge needed to combat the fire problems created by modern living.

Weatherford College offers two A.A.S. degree tracts as well as a Texas Commission on Fire Protection approved basic structural firefighter academy. The fire academy provides the basic training for students wanting to become firefighters. Upon successful completion of the fire academy, students have the option to enter into one of the two A.A.S. degree programs utilizing the semester credit hours awarded within the fire academy program. The Fire Protection and Safety Technology A.A.S. degree gives students an expanded knowledge base to help them improve as firefighters. The Fire Services Administration A.A.S. degree helps prepare the firefighter for their move into supervision and/or helps the supervisor improve in their role as an administrator.

Weatherford College offers two A.A.S. degree tracts as well as a Texas Commission on Fire Protection approved basic structural firefighter academy. The fire academy provides the basic training for students wanting to become firefighters. Upon successful completion of the fire academy, students have the option to enter into one of the two A.A.S. degree programs utilizing the semester credit hours awarded within the fire academy program. The Fire Protection and Safety Technology A.A.S. degree gives students an expanded knowledge base to help them improve as firefighters. The Fire Services Administration A.A.S. degree helps prepare the firefighter for their move into supervision and/or helps the supervisor improve in their role as an administrator.

The Human Service Provider Associate degree at Weatherford College would prepare the student for careers in the fields of social work, human services, and substance abuse. Specific objectives of this program are to introduce the student to the sociological, psychological and social work perspectives of mental health, drug and alcohol issues, interviewing and assessing techniques, case management, counseling techniques, and group dynamics. Practicums and internships will be offered to allow the student to experience the actual field of human service provider and substance abuse counseling. Students completing this program will have met the requirements for state licensure examination as a licensed chemical dependency counselor. A final practicum will be used to verify workplace competencies (Capstone). Students successfully completing the program would be awarded the Associate of Applied Science degree in Human Service Provider Associate.

The Human Service Provider Associate degree at Weatherford College would prepare the student for careers in the fields of social work, human services, and substance abuse. Specific objectives of this program are to introduce the student to the sociological, psychological and social work perspectives of mental health, drug and alcohol issues, interviewing and assessing techniques, case management, counseling techniques, and group dynamics. Practicums and internships will be offered to allow the student to experience the actual field of human service provider and substance abuse counseling. Students completing this program will have met the requirements for state licensure examination as a licensed chemical dependency counselor. A final practicum will be used to verify workplace competencies (Capstone). Students successfully completing the program would be awarded the Associate of Applied Science degree in Human Service Provider Associate.

The LEA offers two full-time, 6-month, day academies and one part-time, 8-month, night academies a year at the Weatherford College campus. LEA instructors are drawn from throughout the region, selected from those with current experience in various specializations and a strong desire to give the benefits of their knowledge to the emerging workforce. LEA instruction is heavy on law, criminal and police procedure, and extensive study outside the classroom is strongly suggested.

This certificate gives students knowledge of programming techniques required for database management. Students work with desktop database programs as well as client-server applications. Students will solve business computer problems through programming techniques and procedures, using appropriate languages and software. The primary emphasis of the curriculum is hands-on training in programming, database design, database application, web development and related computer areas that provide the ability to adapt as information systems evolve. Graduates should qualify for employment in business, industry, and government organizations as entry-level programmers, programmer trainees, software developers, database developers, software specialists, or information managers. Students who successfully complete the following courses can be awarded this certificate. This certificate program can also be used for completion of the Information Technology A.A.S. – Database Programming Option.

This degree gives students substantial knowledge of programming techniques required for database management. Students work with desktop database programs as well as client-server applications. Students will solve business computer problems through programming techniques and procedures, using appropriate languages and software.

This certificate prepares students for proficiency in the use of computer software. Emphasis of the program is on a wide variety of application programs, a foundation in computer programming, and an introduction to mobile app development. This course of study is for the person who wants to gain knowledge and skills for entry-level positions in business and industry. Students must be proficient in keyboarding prior to enrolling in and pursuing this degree. Students who successfully complete the following courses can be awarded this certificate.

This degree prepares students for proficiency in the use of both computer hardware and software. Emphasis of the program is on a wide variety of application programs, a foundation in computer programming, and an introduction to computer hardware to include the networking of microcomputers. This course of study is for the person who wants to gain knowledge and skills for entry-level positions in business and industry. Students who successfully complete the following courses can be awarded this degree.

This degree gives students an introduction to software applications and instruction in designing and developing web sites using current technologies and authoring tools. Students are exposed to the latest technologies and development platforms. Moving beyond basic HTML, web development students learn how to use industry-standard software packages to create multimedia web presentations that work on any computer.

This certificate gives students an introduction to software applications and instruction in designing and developing web sites using current technologies and authoring tools. Students are exposed to the latest technologies and development platforms. Moving beyond basic HTML, web development students learn how to use industry-standard software packages to create multimedia web presentations that work on any computer. Students also learn how to integrate databases into their projects, to create dynamic web environments that change at the direction of the end user. Students who successfully complete the following courses can be awarded this certificate. This certificate program can also be used for completion of the Information Technology A.A.S. – Web Development Option.

Upon completion of this certificate program, graduates will have the foundation knowledge of network operating systems, network hardware, network troubleshooting and network management. Graduates will have an understanding of the requirements for certification by network operating system vendors.

The NEW Industrial Maintenance classes prepare students for exciting careers. Students start with training in safety, industrial electricity and thermography. Thermography is a rather new technology used in the industry. Thermal properties of equipment, circuits, and environments are recorded and analyzed. Problems can be detected before they occur. Classes in Programmable Logic Controllers, "the Brains of the modern factory" are an important part of the training program. With focus on wiring, programming, and troubleshooting PLC equipment the student develops skills necessary in modern Industrial processes. Machines and motor control in modern facilities are the muscle and power that must be understood by the Industrial maintenance technician. Lethal energy is an everyday part of Industry. Students develop an understanding for "why", safety is vital In Industrial work. Adherence to the departmental "safety culture" is stressed, encouraged, and required by all students in the program. That mindset is transferable to the workplace. Employers look for safety-minded employees. Students receive National Safety Council certification In First Aid/CPR as part of the training also.

Weatherford College Workforce and Continuing Education in partnership with 136 MUD DRILLING FLUIDS.