“Need to Know” Information
Clinical Lab Tech provided by Tracey Graney
Dental Assisting, Dental Hygiene, and Radiologic Technology provided by Barbara Ellis
Health Studies and Wellness Coaching & Health Management provided by Cristin Finch
Physical Education and Exercise Science provided by Elizabeth Kelly
Surgical Technology provided by Mary Seely
Sport Management provided by Elizabeth Kelly
Personal Trainer/Fitness Instructor provided by Elizabeth Kelly
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Clinical Lab Tech (CL01)
Curricular Requirements
Required equipment/supplies Lab coat must be purchased. Typically $45 – $50.
Must carry medical insurance during clinical experiences. Students will also be billed for liability insurance for the last semester.
Internships/experiential learning 15 hrs histology clinical experience 1st summer – must have transportation.
Last semester is spent in clinical rotations
• Must have transportation
• May be day or evening shift
| Curricular nuances | BIO 155 may be substituted for BIO 148 BIO 144/145 may be substituted for BIO 134/135 CHE 151 may be substituted for CHE 145 Students who are trained phlebotomists may be waived from CLT 110. |
| Coursework availability | Only general education courses available online. All CLT courses are offered during the day. Some BIO & CHE courses are offered evenings. |
| Resources available/academic support | Laboratory science reference books are available in the department. |
| Physical requirements | Must meet the Essential Functions of the program and be medically cleared by Health Services. Clinical sites require vaccination against influenza in addition to the routine childhood vaccines. Tuberculosis testing required. |
Physical locations/Online Considerations
| Off-campus requirements | Clinical experiences in local clinical laboratories. Laboratories are up to 1 hr away. |
Career considerations
| Physical requirements | Each hospital/laboratory will have specific physical requirements |
| Licensures needed to enter profession | Need NYS license. This is obtained by passing the ASCP BOC exam. Exam 2019 cost: $215 + $16 to send scores to NY License: $263 (plus renewal fees every 3 years) |
| Background checks | Yes |
| Drug testing required | Yes |
Transfer considerations?
| Most common transfer school(s) | Students have not typically transferred. |
| Recommended course selections for transfer | If they are considering a Bachelor’s degree in the future, BIO 144/145, BIO 155 and CHE 151 are recommended. |
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Dental Assisting Certificate (DA01)
Admission requirements:
High school diploma or GED prior to the application deadline date. (High school seniors will be confirmed in June.)
· High school chemistry and biology recommended
· 2.0 cumulative GPA required, including all credit bearing coursework at previous colleges
· US citizen or have Permanent Resident Status by the application deadline date
· New York State resident
Program faculty strongly recommend potential students shadow at a dental office to experience the many facets of the profession.
Curricular Requirements
| Required outside or off-campus lessons | Off-site clinical rotations parking Cost – $65 – $80 |
| Required equipment/supplies | Uniforms $150 Clinical Supply Kit $130 Student Membership ADAA $35 CPR $65 |
| Service learning requirements | 5 hours per semester (10 hrs total) |
| Internships/experiential learning | Off-campus rotations |
| Curricular nuances | Selection criteria into the DA01 Program: *ENG 101 or ENG 200 – College Composition / Advanced Composition (3 credits) Biology course from the following list: Note: if multiple biology courses have been taken, the single course with highest point value will be counted o BIO 133 – Human Biology (3 credits) o BIO 134 – Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology I (3 credits) o BIO 142 – Human Anatomy (4 credits) – course no longer offered, but can be substituted if previously completed o BIO 144 – Human Anatomy & Physiology I (4 credits) – chemistry prerequisite also required |
| Coursework availability | Daytime face-to-face, hybrid, online & evening clinical. |
| Resources available/academic support | On campus labs, tutoring |
| Physical requirements | Lifting 15 lbs & up |
Physical locations/Online Considerations
| Off-campus requirements | Off campus clinical rotations |
Career considerations
| Physical requirements | Lifting |
| Licensures needed to enter profession | DANB Certification Exam $425 https://www.danb.org/ License Registration $103 http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/dent/dentcdalic.htm Passport pictures for registration $25 |
| Background checks | Ex-offender completion |
| Drug testing required | Organization dependent, some spot checks. |
Transfer considerations?
| Continuation at Monroe Community College for Dental Hygiene |
Co-curricular opportunities
| MCC student groups, clubs, organizations | ADAA (American Dental Assistants Association) |
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Dental Hygiene (DH01)
To be a qualified applicant, the following entrance requirements for Dental Hygiene must be met:
- High school algebra or MTH 098 at MCC or equivalent/higher college level math with a grade of “C” or better
- High school biology/living environment or BIO 120, BIO 133*, BIO 142, BIO 144, or BIO 155 at MCC or equivalent transfer credit with a grade of “C” or better. Note: If applicant chooses to take the BIO 142/143 or BIO 144/145 sequence, he/she will need the prerequisite of BIO 132 (lab) and BIO 133 (lecture).
- High school chemistry or CHE 100, CHE 124, CHE 145, or CHE 151 at MCC or equivalent transfer credit with a grade of “C” or better
Program faculty strongly recommend potential students shadow at a dental office to experience the many facets of the profession.
**Students with two (2) unsuccessful attempts in the first half of Anatomy & Physiology
coursework (BIO 142 and 144) within the past seven (7) years are ineligible to apply.
**Unsuccessful attempts are defined as withdrawals (W) and grades of “C-“or below.
**Unsuccessful attempts at previous institutions are included in this policy
Curricular Requirements
| Required outside or off-campus lessons | Parking Cost – varies |
| Required equipment/supplies | Instruments $2,500 1st year; $1,300 2nd year Loupes $1,650 1st year Uniforms $375 Typodont lease $250 1st year Textbooks varies Student Professional Organization Dues $70 (1st & 2nd year) Child Abuse Course $35 CPR $65 Optional student Board Review trip $500 |
| Portfolio requirements | Cumulative portfolio presented 4th semester prior to graduation. |
| Team-based projects | Community Dental Health Project |
| Service learning requirements | 5 hours per semester (20 hrs total) |
| Internships/experiential learning | Off-campus rotations/on site clinic |
| Curricular nuances | Competitive program – selection based on quality point system. Selection criteria and quality points are based on the following: BIO 144/145; BIO 202; BIO 217; ENG 101 or 200; PSY 101. Please refer to the MCC Admission Information Sheet DH01: https://www.monroecc.edu/fileadmin/SiteFiles/GeneralContent/depts/healthprof/documents/dentalhygiene.pdf |
| Coursework availability | Daytime face-to-face, hybrid, online & evening clinical. |
| Resources available/academic support | On campus labs, tutoring |
| Physical requirements | Lifting 15lb & up |
Physical locations/Online Considerations
| Off-campus requirements | Off campus clinical rotations |
Career considerations
| Physical requirements | Lifting |
| Licensures needed to enter profession | National Board Exam $415 CDCA Clinical & Computerized component $975 License Registration $128 Passport pictures for Registration $25 https://www.ada.org/en/jcnde/examinations/national-board-dental-hygiene-examinationhttps://www.cdcaexams.org/dental-hygiene-adex-exam/ |
| Background checks | Ex-offender completion |
| Drug testing required | Organization dependent, some spot checks. |
Transfer considerations?
| Most common transfer school(s) | SUNY Empire, SUNY Brockport, SUNY Oswego, SUNY Canton, University at Bridgeport
SUNY Empire – seamless transfer; all others must confirm course equivalents for transfer. |
Co-curricular opportunities
| MCC student groups, clubs, organizations | SADHA (Student Association of the Dental Hygiene Association) |
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Health Studies (HS03, HS04, HS06)
Note: There are 3 distinct tracks within Health Studies, (Clinical – HS03, Community – HS04, and Healthcare Administration HS06)
Important Note for Health Studies Students Applying to Competitive Programs (HS03 Clinical) – It is imperative that students become familiar with the Admission Info Sheet for the competitive health program(s) to which they are applying. https://www.monroecc.edu/depts/healthprof/
It is highly recommended that advisors review the info sheet in its entirety with the student. It is also highly recommended that both advisors and students attend a Nursing Admission Information Session to get the most up-to-date information regarding admission, as well as information about the career and alternative careers in the case that the student does not get a seat in the competitive program. These sessions are typically held twice per semester. No RSVP is required.
| Curricular nuances | Combinations to Avoid: For those in the Clinical Track (HS03), although it is permissible to take BIO145 and BIO202 at the same time, it is not recommended due to the rigorous nature of the sciences. Students also tend to do better in fall or spring semesters in comparison with summer when it comes to rigorous science coursework. |
| Coursework availability | Most coursework in Health Studies is available online and at various times. Students can complete the entire Healthcare Admin track online with selection of certain electives. Most of the Community Health track can be completed online. For Health Studies students who need Anatomy and Physiology, those courses are not offered online. |
| Resources available/academic support | Tutoring and NSEC are strongly encouraged for science coursework |
Career considerations
NOTE: None of the items listed below are issues with the Health Studies degree in and of itself.
| Physical requirements | For students who are taking Health Studies to take point bearing courses to apply to competitive health programs, they should consult the specific information for the particular health career. |
| Licensures needed to enter profession | For students who are taking Health Studies to take point bearing courses to apply to competitive health programs, they should consult the specific information for the particular health career. |
| Background checks | For students who are taking Health Studies to take point bearing courses to apply to competitive health programs, they should consult the specific information for the particular health career. |
| Drug testing required | For students who are taking Health Studies to take point bearing courses to apply to competitive health programs, they should consult the specific information for the particular health career. |
Transfer considerations?
| Most common transfer school(s) | HS03 Clinical Track – Students pursuing BSN transfer – St John Fisher, Roberts Wesleyan, Nazareth and Brockport (Brockport now requires students to have 15 Brockport credits to be eligible for their BSN program)
Prerequisite courses for BSN transfer application are already required within HS03. Refer to specific transfer school for optimal elective choices. HS04 Community Track – SUNY Brockport, Nazareth, St John Fisher, SUNY Cortland (Some transfer programs require BIO 134/135) |
| Math requirements for transfer | Math: MTH 160, Statistics, is the required math course for all three Health Studies tracks. Some Healthcare Administration transfer programs may not require statistics and with confirmation of that information, an alternate math may be substituted, however, another Tech Lit course must be included within the degree if MTH 160 is not taken. |
Updated October 2019
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Physical Education and Exercise Science (PE01)
Curricular Requirements
Capstone projects Part of PPE 240 Internships/experiential learning Observations are required in most PPE courses
| Coursework availability | Activity courses are available only during the day. All courses with the exception of PPE 240 are available on line and classroom based |
| Resources available/academic support | Assigned advisors within the program |
| Physical requirements | Participation in physical activity classes. |
Physical locations/Online Considerations
| Off-campus requirements | Observations, conference attendance |
| Are there specific things students need to know about online courses in this pathway? | They are strong and are accurately reflective of the classroom experience |
Career considerations
| Physical requirements | These are physical activity based professions. There may be a fitness test for the PE program at the transfer institution and students in this major are required to take activity-based coursework. |
| Licensures needed to enter profession | Teaching: NYSED Certification There exams and fees for NYSED Teacher certification are experienced at the transfer school. However, there is the opportunity for two certifications during the coursework at MCC. The Physical Best exam is approximately $55 and a personal trainer certification is between $150-300. Neither certification is required, however, both are strongly recommended. |
| Background checks | Finger printing is required to teach and coach in NYS |
| Drug testing required | Drug testing is dependent on the place of employment. |
Transfer considerations?
| Most common transfer school(s) | Brockport, Cortland, Ithaca |
| Math requirements for transfer | MTH 160 Statistics I |
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Radiologic Technology (RA01)
All prerequisite courses or equivalent transfer credit must have a minimum grade of “C” for eligibility for admission and must be completed prior to the application deadline.
*High school Algebra 2 with Trigonometry/Math B or MTH 104 at MCC or equivalent transfer credit. (MTH 165, 175, or 210 also acceptable.)
*High school biology/living environment or BIO 120, BIO 132 and 133, BIO 142, BIO 144, or BIO 155 at MCC or equivalent transfer credit
*High school chemistry or CHE 100, CHE 124, CHE 145, or CHE 151 at MCC or equivalent transfer credit
*2.75 cumulative GPA required, including all credit bearing coursework at previous colleges
*US citizen or have Permanent Resident Status by the application deadline.
*New York State resident.
**Students with two (2) unsuccessful attempts in the first half of Anatomy & Physiology
coursework (BIO 142 and 144) within the past seven (7) years are ineligible to apply. **Unsuccessful attempts are defined as withdrawals (W) and grades of “C-“or below.
**Unsuccessful attempts at previous institutions are included in this policy
Curricular Requirements
| Required outside or off-campus lessons | Parking Cost – varies |
| Required equipment/supplies | Scrubs Textbooks Cost – varies |
| Capstone projects | XRT 151, XRT 152, XRT 251, XRT 252 |
| Team-based projects | XRT 211 |
| Internships/experiential learning | Off-campus internships/clinical |
| Curricular nuances | Competitive program – selection based on quality point system. Selection criteria and quality points are based on the following: BIO 144/145 (BIO 142/143 can be substituted if successfully passed); ENG 101 or 200; MTH 165 or higher.
Please refer to the MCC Admission Information Sheet: RA01 |
| Coursework availability | Daytime face-to-face, hybrid courses, clinical rotations (am/pm) |
| Resources available/academic support | On campus lab, Tutoring, NSEC |
| Physical requirements | Lifting 15lb & up |
Physical locations/Online Considerations
| Off-campus requirements | Off campus clinical rotations |
Career considerations
| Physical requirements | Lifting |
| Licensures needed to enter profession | American Registry Certification Examination (https://www.arrt.org/), NYS Licensure (https://www.health.ny.gov/forms/doh-372.pdf) |
| Background checks | Ex-offender completion |
| Drug testing required | Organization dependent, some spot checks. |
Transfer considerations?
| Most common transfer school(s) | RIT Ultrasound, Upstate Medical University |
| Math requirements for transfer | MTH 160/165 |
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Surgical Technology
Curricular Requirements
| Required outside or off-campus lessons | ~Two nine (9) hour days (6:30 AM – 3:30 PM) at a Clinical site in the second year during both semesters ~Fee for parking (@ Strong/Highland/RGH) |
| Required equipment/supplies | ~Scrub uniform from Uniform Village ~Good shoes/sneakers ~MindTap and AST books |
| Portfolio requirements | Resume, Cover letter, Letters of recommendation, Certificates obtained, other exemplary work done, etc. |
| Capstone projects – SGT 210 | 1. Employment portfolio 2. Personal health and wellness plan |
| Team-based projects | Various collaborative assignments in class and lab |
| Learning communities | Highly stress the importance of creating study groups for SGT lab and A&P. |
| Service learning requirements | Not Available |
| Internships/experiential learning | Clinical – only one absence/tardy allowed per semester. |
| Curricular nuances | ~Those who need significant help with Math should try to get that course completed early. Students will not be able to move ahead in the program if they do not get a “C” or better in MTH 165. ~ Students who need to be full time for financial aid should make a plan with an advisor early so they do not take some of the programmatic courses too soon and not be able to have 12 credits in each semester. |
| Coursework availability | SGT 110, HIM 104, PHL 250, BIO 235 are all available as online courses. |
| Resources available/academic support | Nursing Learning Center, Collaborative Learning Lab, Natural Science Lab, Writing & Math resources on campus. |
| Physical requirements | Able to stand for multiple hours Able to lift a minimum of 35 lbs Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing Sit, bend, reach, climb, carry, hold/support, push, pull, grasp, twist, fell, see hear, speak, detect odors. Emotionally and physically able to function in a high stress environment |
Physical locations/Online Considerations
| Off-campus requirements | ~May need to pay a parking fee at some facilities ~May need to walk to the clinical site from a parking area |
| Multiple campus location requirements | Ability to arrive at clinical sites punctually |
| Are there specific things students need to know about online courses in this pathway? | SGT 110 may be taken at any time prior to entering the program. |
Career considerations
| Physical requirements | Same as Program Physical Requirements |
| Certification needed to enter profession | ~NYS has enacted a law that newly hired surgical technologists must be certified. ~The NBSTSA certification exam is done as a class at the end of the program before graduation. ~The student fee in the last semester of the program covers the Secure Practice Exam, the Certification Exam, the AST review book and AST membership for $297. |
| Background checks | Not Available |
| Drug testing required | Not Available |
Transfer considerations?
| Most common transfer school(s) | Upstate Medical U of R MCC Nursing |
| Recommended course selections for transfer | BIO 144 & 145 Anatomy & Physiology BIO 202 Microbiology |
| Math requirements for transfer | MTH 165 College Algebra MTH 160 Statistics |
Co-curricular opportunities
| MCC student groups, clubs, organizations | ~Club for Surgical Technologists at MCC ~New York Association of Surgical Technologists fall and spring conferences and Student Scrub Bowl competitions |
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Sport Management (SM01)
Curricular Requirements
Capstone projects PPE 240 Service learning requirements Internship
| Internships/experiential learning | Observations are required in most PPE Courses |
| Coursework availability | Activity courses are available only during the day. All courses with the exception of PPE 240 are available on line and classroom based |
| Resources available/academic support | Assigned advisors within the program |
| Physical requirements | Participation in physical activity classes. |
Physical locations/Online Considerations
| Off-campus requirements | Observations, conference attendance |
| Are there specific things students need to know about online courses in this pathway? | They are strong and are accurately reflective of the classroom experience |
Career considerations
| Physical requirements | Dependent on the area of Sport Management selected and specific work site requirements |
| Background checks | May be required |
| Drug testing required | Dependent on place of employment |
Transfer considerations?
| Most common transfer school(s) | Brockport, Cortland, Ithaca |
| Math requirements for transfer | MTH 160 Statistics I |
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Personal Trainer/Fitness Instructor (PE02)
Curricular Requirements
| Required equipment/supplies | Uniform shirts available in the bookstore. One for activity and one for professional theory courses. Approximately $50 for both. |
| Capstone projects | In course PPE 240 |
| Internships/experiential learning | Observations required in PPE 240 Internship in SMT 201 |
| Curricular nuances | SMT 201 should be taken during the last semester |
| Coursework availability | All courses available on line except PPE 240 |
| Resources available/academic support | Academic Advisors assigned within the HPE Department |
| Physical requirements | Ability to complete a personal Fitness and Wellness program and to perform the job responsibilities of a Personal Trainer working with a diverse group of clients in a Fitness Facility. |
Physical locations/Online Considerations
| Off-campus requirements | Observations and Internship |
| Multiple campus location requirements | no |
| Are there specific things students need to know about online courses in this pathway? | They are standard OPEN SUNY courses |
Career considerations
| Physical requirements | Ability to demonstrate activities and function within a Fitness Facility. |
| Licensures needed to enter profession | Certification as a Personal Trainer along with CPR/FA/AED training. Range of $200-500 depending on the Certifying Organization the student chooses. |
| Background checks | From an Employer, not from a certification agency or MCC |
| Drug testing required | Not here at MCC, however, potentially from an employer. |
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Wellness Coaching and Health Management (WC01)
Curricular Requirements
| Internships/experiential learning | Learning hands-on skills in health and wellness coaching will be part of the degree program. |
| Curricular nuances | HED 210 should be completed prior to PPE 240
PEC 250 can be subbed for PPE 155 |
| Coursework availability | Most coursework is available online and at various times. PPE 100 is Fall only in the classroom, all semesters online. PPE 155 is Spring only, but PEC 250 can be subbed if needed. PPE 275 is Spring and Summer online only. |
| Resources available/academic support | Tutoring and NSEC are available for science coursework |
Career considerations
| Licensures needed to enter profession | Students will have the opportunity to complete MCC’s local certification as a Health and Wellness Coach through this degree program. If they choose to take the exam, the cost would be $150.
The MCC certification, along with additional coaching hours would allow students to be eligible to sit for the national exam though the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching, https://nbhwc.org/ |
Transfer considerations?
| Most common transfer school(s) | SUNY Oswego is currently the school that will accept transfer of the Wellness Coaching and Health Management AS degree with students entering with junior status.
MTH160 or higher is acceptable for transfer. |
