Programs 2024 Year
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Electronics Assembly Technology
This program covers electronics soldering and mechanical assembly. Coverage of component identification, schematic diagrams/symbols, direct current basics, and digital meters applications. The IPC certifications courses cover electronics inspection and workmanship criteria.
Objectives:
• Apply basic electronics fundamentals theory.
• Identify various industry components and their schematic symbols.
• Perform basic electrical measurements using a digital multimeter.
• Perform soldering techniques for through-hole and surface mount technologies.
• Identify and list safety procedures, and industry terminology.
• Perform mechanical assembly procedure and torqueing requirements.
• Apply IPC industry workmanship criteria to electronic assemblies.
• Inspect assemblies to IPC workmanship requirements.
Emergency Medical Technician
The Emergency Medical Technician program provides training for out-of-hospital emergency medical care and transportation of critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical services (EMS) system. Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) have basic knowledge and skills necessary to stabilize and safely transport patients ranging from non-emergency and routine medical transports to life threatening emergencies. EMTs function as part of a comprehensive EMS response system, under medical oversight. EMTs perform interventions with the basic equipment typically found on an ambulance. EMTs are a critical link between the scene of an emergency and the health care system.
Objectives:
• Apply fundamental knowledge of the anatomy and function of all human systems to the practice of EMS.
• Use foundational anatomical and medical terms and abbreviations in written and oral communication with colleagues and other health care professionals.
• Apply fundamental knowledge of the pathophysiology of respiration and perfusion to patient assessment and management.
• Apply fundamental knowledge of lifespan development to patient assessment and management.
• Properly administer or assist in administering medications to a patient during an emergency.
• Utilize fundamental knowledge of the EMS system, safety/well-being of the EMT, and medical/legal and ethical issues to the provision of emergency care.
• Apply knowledge (fundamental depth, foundational breadth) of anatomy and physiology to patient assessment and management to assure a patent airway, adequate mechanical ventilation, and respiration for patients of all ages.
• Interpret scene information and patient assessment findings (scene size-up, primary and secondary assessment, patient history, reassessment) to guide emergency management.
• Provide basic emergency care and transportation based on assessment findings for an acutely ill patient.
• Apply a fundamental knowledge of the causes, pathophysiology, and management of shock, respiratory failure or arres
Digital Design
The Digital Design Program provides a strong foundation in the diverse fields of a graphic designer. Students learn theory and experience hands-on application in the production of electronically generated media for print, television, film, websites, and mobile computing.
In the coursework, students design creative collateral for companies and/or clients. Course topics include graphic design, design principles, photography, image manipulation, illustration, desktop publishing, and motion design with skills in video production, animation, motion graphics, interactive design, small business marketing, and a final portfolio.
Students will gain the skills necessary for entry-level employment in creative careers and learn industry practices, graphic design, illustration, photography, motion graphics & animation, and front-end web designs. Students work with prominent industry software to develop literacy and production skills.
Objectives:
• Develop skills that will prepare students to work in creative skills.
• Use professional graphic design software.
• Explain the creative process with employers and clients.
• Discuss projects with a creative team to work seamlessly together to produce professional work.
• Demonstrate skills by creating and showing a professional portfolio of work.
• Develop the soft skills that are essential for interviewing, working with clients, and running a business.
Digital Marketing and Analytics
In the Digital Marketing and Analytics program, students will learn the fundamental principles of marketing, strategy, and best practices. Students will learn the day-to-day tasks of the modern digital marketer from lectures, guest speakers, presentations, and hands-on application. Through instruction and hands-on practice, students will learn and test their skills in Search Engine Optimization, Search Engine Marketing, Digital Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, and Email Marketing.
Objectives:
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the fundamentals of digital marketing and marketing analytics.
• Define key digital marketing and analytics terms and definitions.
• Assess marketing data using industry tools and best practices.
• Create strategic digital marketing plans following industry suggested best practices.
• Implement a digital marketing strategy in a business.
• Complete industry certifications to show competencies in each digital marketing vertical.
Electronics Technology
The Electronics Technology program supports a wide variety of electronic systems. This accredited program prepares students with the necessary skills to become technicians in several critical electronic related industries. Students are introduced to a wide variety of tools, instruments, power supplies, signal generators, practices, and procedures. The program uses a competency based hands-on approach, with other teaching methods that will be employed throughout. Internationally recognized IPC certifications are available in this program. This program prepares students to pass a nationally recognized Certified Electronics Technician exam.
Objectives:
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of electronic systems, prototyping, maintenance, and repair techniques.
• Apply system diagnostics and troubleshooting techniques.
• Read, utilize, and design schematics.
• Demonstrate competency in thru-hole and surface mount soldering for electronic assemblies.
• Demonstrate competency in DC and AC circuit concepts, component characteristics, circuit prototyping and testing.
• Demonstrate competency in Analog and Digital circuit concepts, component characteristics, circuit prototyping and testing.
• Implement and properly use a variety of precision electronic measurement tools and procedures.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
Esthetician
The Esthetician program prepares students to enter the world of skin care, and natural nail care by teaching the required skills for success in a competitive industry. Students will develop communication skills, professional behavior, and the core skills of working in or building a spa business. Students will work with spa guests in a modern, well-equipped spa and will perform these skills with the newest techniques, products, and equipment in the industry. At the end of the program, students will be qualified to take the Basic Utah State Esthetician Licensing Exams.
Objectives:
• Demonstrate esthetic skills such as: communication skills, professional behavior, facials, manicures, and pedicures, skin care massage, chemical peels, microcurrent facials, hair removal, makeup, body treatments.
• Explain general sciences related to Esthetics such as: anatomy, infection control, skin structure, skin diseases and disorders, chemistry, and electricity.
• Demonstrate spa processes and etiquette with proper sanitation procedures necessary for the health and safety of spa guests and self.
• Perform esthetic services on manikins and spa guests.
• Communicate effectively with spa guests and colleagues.
• Demonstrate communication skills through electronic, verbal, and written formats.
• Prepare for the state board licensure exam.
Hair Design
The Hair Design program is designed to prepare students to enter the world of hair design. Students can secure employment in a salon and/or prepare to open a new salon business.
Students will develop communication, professional behavior, and the core skills of working in a salon business. Students will work with salon guests in a well-equipped salon and will perform these skills with the newest techniques, products and equipment in the industry. Students learn to communicate with customers, analyze hair, perform the duties of hair cutting, coloring, styling, and chemical texture services.
This program includes 1200 clock time hours of instruction required by the State of Utah for licensure. Students are prepared to take the National Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology/Barbering Licensure, and examination required for licensure.
Objectives:
• Complete 1200 clock hours.
• Demonstrate principles and cosmetology/barbering skills; shampooing, styling, men and women haircutting, straight razor shaving, hair extensions, chemical texture services, haircoloring, skin care, nail services, and other concepts essential to becoming a successful cosmetologist/barber.
• Explain general sciences, related to cosmetology/barbering such as anatomy, infection control, hair structure, diseases and disorders, chemistry and electricity.
• Demonstrate salon processes and etiquette with sanitation procedures necessary for the health and safety of clients and self.
• Perform cosmetology/barbering services on Mannequins and public guests.
• Communicate effectively with salon guests and coworkers.
• Demonstrates Communication through electronic, verbal and written formats.
• Prepare for state board licensure examinations and licensing for the State of Utah
• Obtain CPR certification.
Heavy Equipment Operator
The Heavy Equipment Operator program introduces students to the heavy equipment industry and basic equipment operations. It also blends classroom time, industry related safety and hands on training for a well-rounded learning experience. Topics include OSHA construction safety, orientation to the trade, identification of heavy equipment, basic operational techniques, introduction to earthmoving, rough grading, and finish grading.
Objectives:
• At the completion of the course students should demonstrate entry level criteria related to overall safety awareness in the heavy equipment operator job fields.
• Students should meet minimum requirements to safely and effectively perform fundamental operating techniques used in industry.
• Students should be capable of performing a machine pre-operation inspection and know the proper procedures for tagging out and addressing maintenance or repair needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the job site awareness and have the ability to seek information and/or communicate needs and/or concerns.
• Meet areas industry needs by providing trained and machine safety certified entry-level operators which relate to the service area of the program.
Home Health Aide
The home health aide is an important member of the health care team directly involved with patient care of physically or mentally challenged individuals who need help with personal care, activities of daily living, and simple household chores. The Home Health Aide program prepares students to seek employment in residential care facilities, hospice settings, and clients’ homes. During the program, students will develop strong communication techniques and learn the basic nursing skills necessary to become certified as a nurse assistant in the State of Utah. Students will demonstrate proficiency in providing basic personal cares including bathing, showering, grooming, and other personal hygiene tasks, as well as develop skills for basic household tasks such as cooking and meal preparation, light cleaning, and doing laundry. Students will develop an understanding of basic household safety and complete a ServSafe course on food safety. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be recommended to take the UNAR State Certification exam to become a certified nurse assistant in the State of Utah and will receive a food handlers’ permit from the Utah Department of Health.
Objectives:
Throughout this training, students will have the opportunity to:
•Apply basic nursing skills necessary to gain employment in long-term care facilities, home health, hospice, and acute care settings.
• Develop and enhance communication and interpersonal skills necessary to function as a caregiver and member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Perform tasks that meet the psychological, social, physical, and spiritual needs of those they are caring for.
• Demonstrate competency in basic nursing skills in preparation for completion of UNAR state certification testing.
Medical Scribe
The Medical Scribe program prepares students to work as a medical scribe specialist. Students learn to use electronic health records (EHR) in order to document medical data obtained during patient visits. Students are required to synthesize and organize this data into a coherent entry so that it complies with federal regulations and insurance requirements. Students gain basic knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, fundamental understanding of insurance billing and coding, and entry-level knowledge of medical law.
Objectives:
The Medical Scribe program prepares students to perform specific entry-level skills and verify knowledge required for the occupation, to include the following:
• Medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and medical law knowledge.
• Basic knowledge of EHRs including data entry, formatting of information obtained during the physical examination and prescribed treatments.
• Typing proficiency of at least 60 words per minute.
• Fundamental understanding of the documentation required by insurance billing and coding entities.
• Basic telephone etiquette and triage.
• Ability to work competently and in a timely manner to complete assigned work.
Nail Technician
Nail Technician Instructor
This program prepares a student to take the written test of the Utah Department of Professional Licensing exam to become a Nail Technician instructor. The program trains the student in a variety of settings using theory, classroom and records management, teaching methods and organization to take the DOPL instructor test.
Objectives:
• Demonstrate basic teaching skills for career education instructors.
• Communicate effectively with students, clients, and other instructors.
• Apply the techniques and guidelines for being an instructor.
• Apply concepts for Professional Development as a Career Education Instructor.
Non-Destructive Inspection
The Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI) program teaches the primary inspection and testing methods for a variety of materials and products. This program teaches theory and application as it pertains to detecting flaws, contamination, or defects without damaging or degrading items being inspected and tested. Students gain a solid understanding of NDI principles and primary NDI testing methods. Upon successful completion of the program, students are qualified as a trainee in accordance with American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ANST) Recommended Practice No. SNT-TC-1A (Personnel Qualification and Certification in Nondestructive Testing), CP189 and NAS-410. This is the first step toward certification by an employer.
Objectives:
• Demonstrate safe practices when working in industry.
• Identify the five primary NDI testing methods.
• Describe the theory and physics behind each method.
• Demonstrate proper use of industry equipment.
• Recognize industry flaws and how they are created.
• Complete required training hours.
Medical Coding and Billing
The Medical Coding and Billing program provides students with the technical skills and knowledge for an entry-level position in a health care setting through competency-based education.
All students in the Medical Coding and Billing program study medical terminology, anatomy, laws and ethics, standard medical billing and coding methods, medical coding software, and functions of the Electronic Health Record (EHR). Students develop administrative office skills, receive hands-on experience using a Medical EHR system to schedule, manage patient accounts, and enter patient documentation. The program prepares students to work as entry-level Medical Coder and/or Biller in a medical office, clinic, or hospital.
In addition, medical coding and billing specialists examine how to code diagnoses and procedures performed or identified by a physician. Students also explore how to process health insurance claims, examine coverage issues, and processes for billing and collections. Medical billing and coding specialists prepare to take the National Certified Professional Coding (CPC) examination through American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). There are other medical coding certification exams available including Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) offered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and the Certified Medical Coder (CMC) offered by the Practice Management Institute (PMI).
Objectives:
• Define anatomy and medical terminology.
• Explain medical, legal and ethical responsibilities.
• Discuss the elements necessary for HIPAA compliance.
• Locate, document, and validate appropriate diagnostic and procedure codes using the current ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding manuals for professional services.
• Demonstrate proper billing, insurance claim preparation using medical office software, and reimbursement.
• Prepare to sit for the National Certification Exam.
Networking and Cybersecurity
This program provides education and training in preparation for careers in Information Technology and Cybersecurity. Throughout the program, students apply classroom theory to computer hardware and software, mobile devices, operating systems, networking, security, cloud technology, and other technologies relevant to the industry. Students learn to develop, defend, and protect networks and information systems against cyber-attacks while implementing and managing hardware, operating systems, local and wide-area networks, computer forensics, vulnerability assessment, security compliance, and information assurance. Through a combination of simulations, hands-on labs and/or virtual labs, students apply techniques for technology deployment, support, maintenance, and troubleshooting. This training prepares students to gain valuable industry recognized certifications including CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+. Additional certification opportunities may include Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Microsoft, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Linux, and more.
Objectives:
• Develop and demonstrate skills required for positions in Information Technology & Cybersecurity.
• Demonstrate knowledge, skills, and abilities aligning with standards for industry certifications.
• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot common hardware and software.
• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot operating systems.
• Design, implement, and manage scalable networks.
• Identify advanced security threats and implement best practices to mitigate risks.
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication using industry specific terminology.
