Attend a Medical Orientation and start your path to a new medical career!
Ready to start your new Medical Career? Get started by attending an orientation to get all the information you need on prerequisites, book costs and schedules. To be eligible to participate in any of Vista Adult School’s Medical Programs and courses, you must first attend an orientation!
Certificated Medical Career Pathways
Healthcare Essentials
Virtual Class
Registration Fee: $60 (Book required).
This introductory course is a prerequisite for most of the medical programs at Vista Adult School, including Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Medical Insurance Billing Certificated Programs, and Medical Front Office. The course consists of modules in medical terminology, computer literacy, health and safety, body structures and function, medical math, ethical and legal responsibilities, and success strategies.
040103 T/Th 6 - 9 pm 3/23-6/17 Niavez Virtual
040104 T/Th 8:30 - 11:30am 3/23-6/17 Niavez Virtual
040198 Online 3/22-6/18 Niavez Online
Registration Fee: $60 (Book required).
This introductory course is a prerequisite for most of the medical programs at Vista Adult School, including Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Medical Insurance Billing Certificated Programs, and Medical Front Office. The course consists of modules in medical terminology, computer literacy, health and safety, body structures and function, medical math, ethical and legal responsibilities, and success strategies.
040103 T/Th 6 - 9 pm 3/23-6/17 Niavez Virtual
040104 T/Th 8:30 - 11:30am 3/23-6/17 Niavez Virtual
040198 Online 3/22-6/18 Niavez Online
Paperless Medical Records
Online Class
Registration Fee: $100 (Book required).
Learn the fundamentals of entering/managing Electronic Health Records (EHR) on the computer. As of 2014, all medical records went through a mandated conversion to EHR. This course will introduce both Patient Service Representatives and Clinical Medical Assistant students to the field of Electronic Health Records by learning the required steps to Implementation and EHR frame work, content, visit management, problem list/medication list/allergy management, examination entry, vital sign graphs, chart notes, treatment plans, order entry, patient communication documentation, reports, registry, and continuing care of the patient. Students must have intermediate computer skills, be able to type a minimum of 25 wpm and have an email account. Students must attend orientation to register.
Pre-requisite: Patient Service Rep/Front Office.
040701 Online 3/22-6/18 Weirather Online
Registration Fee: $100 (Book required).
Learn the fundamentals of entering/managing Electronic Health Records (EHR) on the computer. As of 2014, all medical records went through a mandated conversion to EHR. This course will introduce both Patient Service Representatives and Clinical Medical Assistant students to the field of Electronic Health Records by learning the required steps to Implementation and EHR frame work, content, visit management, problem list/medication list/allergy management, examination entry, vital sign graphs, chart notes, treatment plans, order entry, patient communication documentation, reports, registry, and continuing care of the patient. Students must have intermediate computer skills, be able to type a minimum of 25 wpm and have an email account. Students must attend orientation to register.
Pre-requisite: Patient Service Rep/Front Office.
040701 Online 3/22-6/18 Weirather Online
Testimonial
When I first started at Vista Adult School, I was very nervous and scared of the unknown. Now, being here over a year, I have never had a better experience in a school than I have here in Vista Adult School. The instructors are the best and care about the student well-being. Vista Adult School gave me confidence. I am enrolled at Palomar College as well now and I am pursuing of a bachelor’s degree in cyber security.
At Vista Adult School, I am currently taking Medical classes in pursue of Medical Billing and Coding certificate. I completed five classes and, with the support of the teachers, my grades have not been lower then 96%. I highly recommend Vista Adult School to anyone.
David D.
At Vista Adult School, I am currently taking Medical classes in pursue of Medical Billing and Coding certificate. I completed five classes and, with the support of the teachers, my grades have not been lower then 96%. I highly recommend Vista Adult School to anyone.
David D.
Medical Insurance Billing for the Physician Office
Online Class
Registration Fee: $110 (Book required).
Medical Insurance Billing for the Physician Office introduces the student to current health insurance and reimbursement practices. In this course the students will become familiar with common medical billing practices, legal and regulatory issues and differences in reimbursement methodologies. The student will learn principles of medical billing related to proper claim form preparation, submission and payment processing, and the follow up process. This course is recommended for anyone who is preparing for a medical career in the billing department at a physician's office, clinic, or similar positions.
041202 Online 3/22-6/18 Weirather Online
Registration Fee: $110 (Book required).
Medical Insurance Billing for the Physician Office introduces the student to current health insurance and reimbursement practices. In this course the students will become familiar with common medical billing practices, legal and regulatory issues and differences in reimbursement methodologies. The student will learn principles of medical billing related to proper claim form preparation, submission and payment processing, and the follow up process. This course is recommended for anyone who is preparing for a medical career in the billing department at a physician's office, clinic, or similar positions.
041202 Online 3/22-6/18 Weirather Online
Medical Assistant, Clinical - Part A
Virtual Blended Class
Registration Fee: $160 (Book required).
In this class students are introduced to the field of medical assisting and the history of medicine. Students learn medical terminology, pharmacology, medical law and ethics. This course discusses how to assist the physician with minor treatment or diagnostic testing, patient preparation, and use of various supplies and equipment such as electrocardiograph and audiometer. The proper handling of specimens, vital signs, and administering injections, and laboratory procedures will be discussed. The onsite lab will start the 3rd week of class.
040901 M/W 5 - 9 pm 3/22-6/16 Niavez Virtual
W 5 - 9 pm 4/14-6/16 Niavez Onsite Lab/Room 501
Registration Fee: $160 (Book required).
In this class students are introduced to the field of medical assisting and the history of medicine. Students learn medical terminology, pharmacology, medical law and ethics. This course discusses how to assist the physician with minor treatment or diagnostic testing, patient preparation, and use of various supplies and equipment such as electrocardiograph and audiometer. The proper handling of specimens, vital signs, and administering injections, and laboratory procedures will be discussed. The onsite lab will start the 3rd week of class.
040901 M/W 5 - 9 pm 3/22-6/16 Niavez Virtual
W 5 - 9 pm 4/14-6/16 Niavez Onsite Lab/Room 501
Phlebotomy Technician
Virtual Blended Class
Registration Fee: $695 (Book required).
Students will learn how to perform a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques and precautions. Students will also learn additional responsibilities such as identifying tubes which are transported to a lab to be analyzed, training in infection prevention, proper patient identification, confidentiality requirements, and quality assurance. Upon successfully completing this training, students can test with NCCT/CPT1 exam. This is a California State Certified Training Program.
*Specific shots are required before entering the class. Pre-requisite: Healthcare Essentials.
040401 M/W 5 - 9 pm 3/22-6/16 Virtual
T 5 - 9 pm Medina Onsite Lab/Room 104
Registration Fee: $695 (Book required).
Students will learn how to perform a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques and precautions. Students will also learn additional responsibilities such as identifying tubes which are transported to a lab to be analyzed, training in infection prevention, proper patient identification, confidentiality requirements, and quality assurance. Upon successfully completing this training, students can test with NCCT/CPT1 exam. This is a California State Certified Training Program.
*Specific shots are required before entering the class. Pre-requisite: Healthcare Essentials.
040401 M/W 5 - 9 pm 3/22-6/16 Virtual
T 5 - 9 pm Medina Onsite Lab/Room 104
Pharmacy Technician II
Virtual Blended Class
Registration Fee $175 (Books required).
This 6 week course provides students the opportunity to apply their previously learned theories and techniques in an advanced laboratory setting in relation to Hospital Pharmacy. It is designed to prepare the student for integration into an actual hospital environment as an entry level Registered Pharmacy Technician. This course emphasizes important concepts which includes a variety of topics from Hospital distribution, Hospital Rounds methods and procedures, Inpatient dispensing systems, Pyxis medication distribution, Nuclear pharmacy, Total Parenteral Nutrition compounding, I.V. Admixture sterile preparations, Advanced pharmaceutical calculations, which includes Body Surface Area, Allegations, Specific Gravity, Rate of Flow, and Running time. Upon completion of this six week course, the student will be prepared to take The National Certification Board Exam. This exam will allow the student to further his career goals by successfully achieving more employability skills, as it relates to the professional career of a Hospital Pharmacy Technician.
Pre-requisite: Pharmacy Technician I.
Prepares Technicians to Register with the State of California.
0413011 M-Th 5 - 9 pm 3/22-5/7 Brown Room 103
F 12 - 4 pm 3/26-5/7 Open Virtual Hours
0413012 M-Th 5 - 9 pm 5/10-6/18 Brown Room 103
F 12 - 4 pm 5/14-6/18 Virtual Hours
Registration Fee $175 (Books required).
This 6 week course provides students the opportunity to apply their previously learned theories and techniques in an advanced laboratory setting in relation to Hospital Pharmacy. It is designed to prepare the student for integration into an actual hospital environment as an entry level Registered Pharmacy Technician. This course emphasizes important concepts which includes a variety of topics from Hospital distribution, Hospital Rounds methods and procedures, Inpatient dispensing systems, Pyxis medication distribution, Nuclear pharmacy, Total Parenteral Nutrition compounding, I.V. Admixture sterile preparations, Advanced pharmaceutical calculations, which includes Body Surface Area, Allegations, Specific Gravity, Rate of Flow, and Running time. Upon completion of this six week course, the student will be prepared to take The National Certification Board Exam. This exam will allow the student to further his career goals by successfully achieving more employability skills, as it relates to the professional career of a Hospital Pharmacy Technician.
Pre-requisite: Pharmacy Technician I.
Prepares Technicians to Register with the State of California.
0413011 M-Th 5 - 9 pm 3/22-5/7 Brown Room 103
F 12 - 4 pm 3/26-5/7 Open Virtual Hours
0413012 M-Th 5 - 9 pm 5/10-6/18 Brown Room 103
F 12 - 4 pm 5/14-6/18 Virtual Hours
Testimonial
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Choosing VAS was the best decision I’ve ever made. I’m a mother of three adult children. When the right time came for me to start a career, I was glad I found a school that offered the opportunities I always wished for. I was nervous to start school after 25, but VAS was exactly what I needed. Since my first meeting with the counselor, I felt so motivated to start school. Throughout my studies, I experienced great support from all my instructors as they motivated me to achieve my goals. I obtained my HiSET certificate, I completed the Medical Assistant Program, and now I’m close to finishing the Medical Billing and Coding Program. VAS helped me discover my full potential, and I learned that there are no limits to what you can accomplish in life.
Maria R. |
Patient Service Representative
Online Class
Registration Fee: $100 (Book required).
Students will learn how to become part of the care team and be challenged with real-world projects, simulations, specific knowledge and skills needed to work as a Patient Service Representative. This hybrid (or blended) course will incorporate face to face instruction in addition to an online independent format by meeting on campus one day a week. Students will acquire skills and knowledge in HIPAA, NDC Medisoft 17, Microsoft Office 2007/2010, keyboarding, internet, email, file management, and medical terminology; learn how to electronically schedule patient appointments, prepare medical records, enter diagnostic and procedure codes, patient charges, payments, print statements and receipts, complete the patient referral process and medical forms. Students must have keyboarding and computer skills to enter this course.
Pre-requisite: Healthcare Essentials.
040604 Online 3/22-6/18 Weirather Online
Registration Fee: $100 (Book required).
Students will learn how to become part of the care team and be challenged with real-world projects, simulations, specific knowledge and skills needed to work as a Patient Service Representative. This hybrid (or blended) course will incorporate face to face instruction in addition to an online independent format by meeting on campus one day a week. Students will acquire skills and knowledge in HIPAA, NDC Medisoft 17, Microsoft Office 2007/2010, keyboarding, internet, email, file management, and medical terminology; learn how to electronically schedule patient appointments, prepare medical records, enter diagnostic and procedure codes, patient charges, payments, print statements and receipts, complete the patient referral process and medical forms. Students must have keyboarding and computer skills to enter this course.
Pre-requisite: Healthcare Essentials.
040604 Online 3/22-6/18 Weirather Online
Anatomy & Physiology - Systems
Virtual Class
Registration Fee: $65 (Book required/Same book used in A&P Foundations).
Students who enroll in this entry-level anatomy and physiology course can expect a general overview of the human body systems and structures, including the cells, tissues, skeletal, muscular, integumentary, and nervous systems. After finishing this class, students should be comfortable with several human anatomical structures which will be preparation for the Intermediate Anatomy and Physiology coursework.
040301 F 8:30 - 11:30 am 3/26-6/18 Niavez Virtual
Registration Fee: $65 (Book required/Same book used in A&P Foundations).
Students who enroll in this entry-level anatomy and physiology course can expect a general overview of the human body systems and structures, including the cells, tissues, skeletal, muscular, integumentary, and nervous systems. After finishing this class, students should be comfortable with several human anatomical structures which will be preparation for the Intermediate Anatomy and Physiology coursework.
040301 F 8:30 - 11:30 am 3/26-6/18 Niavez Virtual
Medical Terminology - Part B
Online Class
Registration Fee: $65 (Book required).
This advanced medical terminology course is designed for individuals entering or currently in the medical field who want to expand their medical vocabulary/knowledge. This course has interactive exercises as well as word building, glossary of over 5,000 terms, case studies, medical reports, and correct usage of common medical terms.
041198 Online 3/22-6/18 Weirather Online
Registration Fee: $65 (Book required).
This advanced medical terminology course is designed for individuals entering or currently in the medical field who want to expand their medical vocabulary/knowledge. This course has interactive exercises as well as word building, glossary of over 5,000 terms, case studies, medical reports, and correct usage of common medical terms.
041198 Online 3/22-6/18 Weirather Online
Testimonial
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I’ve worked in the advertising/ marketing industry for many years and with current economic uncertainty decided to “re-invent” myself and researched the medical field. Vista Adult School fit my time and pocket the best out of all available options. I’m so glad I moved forward with this program and the staff are amazing and give you all the help you need.
Todd A., Future Medical Billing/Coding Graduate |
Employer Highlight Corner
Vista Family Health Center (VFHC) was founded by Dr. Carlos Oliva in 1996. Dr. Carlos Oliva’s vision has always been to assist underserved communities. The busy clinic offers some of the lowest cost family medical treatments and medications available. Furthermore, the clinic has continued to expand by incorporating additional medical services and treatments.
In addition to the clinic’s commitment to the community, their support of Vista Adult School’s Medical Programs and students is remarkable. Their managers, Irma Mendez and Antonia Romero, are kind, effective professionals who are excellent to work with assisting us to connect our students to their clinic. Over the years, VFHC has hosted numerous Vista Adult School medical externships and our externs report their experiences on the job have been wonderful and educational. Ultimately, VFHC has hired many of our students-- often directly out of externship. Thank you Vista Family Health Center for partnering and supporting Vista Adult School.
In addition to the clinic’s commitment to the community, their support of Vista Adult School’s Medical Programs and students is remarkable. Their managers, Irma Mendez and Antonia Romero, are kind, effective professionals who are excellent to work with assisting us to connect our students to their clinic. Over the years, VFHC has hosted numerous Vista Adult School medical externships and our externs report their experiences on the job have been wonderful and educational. Ultimately, VFHC has hired many of our students-- often directly out of externship. Thank you Vista Family Health Center for partnering and supporting Vista Adult School.