Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Update

Anniet Glenn, in her PTA info session Monday of this week indicated:

For this application deadline of March 1 2024 only, there is now ‘wiggle room’ for one of the 24-26 seats: 

Students who are in progress of courses listed should still apply if interested.

As the program starts in the Fall, there is time to wait until mid-May to see grades.

And therefore, still be accepted.

Of course, having BIOL 213 done is ideal as it is the core science piece on TEAS.

For this program, BIOL 150 is a minimum course, and BIOL 212 is priority. Noting:  BIOL 213 is not a requirement.

All we can say is ‘go for it’, if students want to take TEAS with less preparation nor being done with BIOLs.

 

Maureen Mirowski

Adjunct Faculty Counselor

HC 436, T:  240-567-5810

PTA - BIOL 5 Year Rule

 From: Glenn, Anniet M <anniet.glenn@montgomerycollege.edu>

Sent: Friday, September 16, 2022 5:22 PM
To: Mirowski, Maureen A <maureen.mirowski@montgomerycollege.edu>
Subject: RE: PTA

 

Yes, we can continue the 5 year.

Anniet

From: Mirowski, Maureen A <maureen.mirowski@montgomerycollege.edu>
Sent: Friday, September 16, 2022 3:57 PM
To: Glenn, Anniet M <anniet.glenn@montgomerycollege.edu>
Subject: PTA

 

Hi Anniet,

Nancy Greenawald used to waive the 5 year rule re:  BIOL 212, if students possess a prior degree.

Is this something you want to continue?

Otherwise, they have to take BIOL 228, a 3 credit review of AP, no lab, in lieu of re-taking the course.

Or if they really wanted to, they can re-take the course for 4 credits.

Stay well and sane in my absence,

Maureen

PTA Program Updates (Summer 2022)

For students interested in PTA, if room, they can be allowed to take PHTH 101 for 2 credits (at least for Summer II), before being accepted. 

The contact is anniet.glenn@montgomerycollege.edu 

Nancy Greenawald is retiring - Anniet Glenn is our contact currently.

PTA Requirements - Clarification

From: Davis, Marjorie M <marjorie.davis@montgomerycollege.edu>
Sent: Friday, February 14, 2020 11:02 AM

1.  Is this still the case that students with transfer credit for BIOL212 may take a four-credit Biology in place of BIOL150? Yes
2.  If so, can the student assume his application for admission will be reviewed without the BIOL150? Yes
3.  If the student applies for graduation, is the system set up to look for any four credit BIOL course? Student will need a course substitution.

PTA Program - Biology Requirements

Students need to have two, 4-credit college level biology courses (3 lecture hours and 1 lab hour). BIOL 150 and BIOL 212 are the recommended combination. However, when students transfer in other credit sequences the admissions office will accept the equivalent of BIOL 212 and BIOL 213.

Nancy Greenawald, PT, EdS, MBA
PTA Program Coordinator
Office: HC 239
Phone: 240-567-5523 (direct line) Program Office Phone: 240-567-5520
Office Fax: 240-567-5585

nancy.greenawald@montgomerycollege.edu

Health Sciences Updates - Fall 2018

• NOVA’s BIO 141/142 will now be accepted at MC: Biology 141 and 142 are now deemed to be fully transferable to MC as our BIOL 212 and 213.
  
• Carolyn McAllister accepted another position (Reading & English Faculty) within the college, which will begin on October 1, 2018. Therefore, my last day in Health Sciences as the Pre-Admission Retention Coordinator will be 9/28/18.
  
• There are programs where Program Coordinators allow students to take courses in their curricula before being accepted:

• Nancy Greenawald’s PTA program: She allows students to take PHTH 101 if room. Students need to seek permission from her.

• Corinne Smith’s Medical Coder/HIM programs: Once either HINM 115 or BIOL 130/131 ( or BIOL 150/212 ) is taken, they may seek permission from her to take HINM 120, once students have met the pre reqs of both HINM 115 and BIOL 130/131: They may seek permission to take HINM 150.

• Linda Zanin’s DMS program also contains HINM 120. Students need to seek permission from the professor teaching the course.

• Natalie Maiden is no longer the advisor for Mental Health. No full time position is available at this time; the position is frozen.
  
  For new students coming in I would suggest the General Studies Social Sciences, Administration, and Health (SSAH) AA: 611C for those looking to do counselling, social work, and for those looking to be a psychiatrist, or psychologist I would suggest the General Studies STEM A.A: 611B.
  
  Those already enrolled will have their courses offered. Course availability will be dependent upon enrollment numbers. Last semester there were only four enrollments for MHTH 101 and it had to be cancelled.
  
  Diane Barberesi, MS
  Chair of Health Sciences
  7600 Takoma Park Ave. - HC 436
  Diane.Barberesi@montgomerycollege.edu
  Cell: 301-807-7214

PTA Program - Biology Requirements

Students need to have two, 4-credit college level biology courses (3 lecture hours and 1 lab hour). BIOL 150 and BIOL 212 are the recommended combination. However, when students transfer in other credit sequences the admissions office will accept the equivalent of BIOL 212 and BIOL 213.

Nancy Greenawald, PT, EdS, MBA
PTA Program Coordinator
Office: HC 239
Phone: 240-567-5523 (direct line) Program Office Phone: 240-567-5520
Office Fax: 240-567-5585

nancy.greenawald@montgomerycollege.edu

Health Science Program Fact Sheet

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It is important for students to attend an information session to receive the most current information if possible, but not required.  Students may contact each department’s Administrative Aides to have the information packet mailed if no information session offered at the time they are interested. 

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ADMISSION FOR ALL PROGRAMS: 

• Jennifer Nunez is no longer a point person for Health Sciences Admissions (still done by Admissions)
• Minimum GPA of 2.5 is required of the most recent 24 credits which is calculated by Admissions, not counselors.
• Being finished with the priority courses by the Fall of the preceding semester as noted on the Health Sciences application and passing the TEAS test are the qualifiers.   Review the ‘Health Sciences application’ Admission Requirements by typing into the search box of our website. 
• The highest TEAS scores considered first.
• TEAS test expiration date has been expanded to 2 years.    

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HEALTH SCIENCE STUDENT REQUIREMENTS: 

• ***HEALTH INSURANCE IS NOW REQUIRED FOR STUDENTS INTERESTED IN THESE PROGRAMS. ***
• Criminal background checks and drug testing:  
• In accordance with Montgomery College’s Health Sciences Program Protocol:  This is required by facilities that are the sites for the clinical learning experience of nursing and health sciences students.  
• All outside Background or Drug Checks submitted will not be accepted.  Students should not apply for any Background or Drug Checks prior to receiving instructions during their Student Orientation, where they will receive detailed information. 
• Conducted by an independent, third party outside agency at the student’s expense, coordinated through the College, and must be completed before a nursing and health sciences student can be placed at a facility for his or her clinical experience. 
• Results of drug tests and criminal background checks are available for review by designated personnel in each clinical facility and the clinical facility has the right to refuse clinical placement for students based on such review. 
•  The College does not receive the results of these checks. Drug test and background checks obtained from other sources, including by the students on their own, are not sufficient nor will they be accepted for this purpose. 
• Grading scale is higher:   Students must have a score of 75 or higher for most programs. *For RT, scores no lower than 78.

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NURSING

• Out of approximately 250-300 applicants, *NEW* 128 spaces for Fall and for Spring.  NURS accepts 128 students twice a year, an increase. 
• It all depends on how many applicants allowed, therefore the numbers will be variable.  Fall has the most number of applicants, therefore Spring has a better chance.
•  Another 20 students are put on a ‘stand by’ list not a waiting list. Orientations are done, get health inoculations done.  They are prepped and ready to go as priority for the next semester. 
• In order to take BIOL 228, Pathophysiology, in lieu of re-taking 8 credits of A & P due to five year rule, contact NURS Chairperson:  dianna.matthews@montgomerycollege.edu.  This is:  Once the A & P’s transfer into the school first, if taken outside of MC.
• NURS DUAL ENROLLMENT (  ’3 + 1’ )  announcement of 3 years at MC + one year at USG ( UB ) begins Fall, 2016.  Those accepted into the NURS program Fall, 2016 will be given the information, details to follow.**
• If a student has taken BIOL 212/213 and they are older than five years, AND transfers into the college, they must take BIOL 228, unless they want to re-take BIOL 212/213.  This is for Nursing only.  
• If students have not had high school Chemistry and are not strong in Math, it is strongly recommended to take Chemistry for the TEAS test and for the program.
•  *LPN-to-RN application deadline:  March 1 not April 1.  This is because it starts in the summer (May).  Maximum of 32 spaces.  Students who successfully complete the transition course over the summer will join the Nursing program Fall of the second year.   
• Students must finish pre-requisites of BIOL 150, BIOL 212,  BI 213 ENGL 101, MATH 110 or higher and PSYC 102.  
• It is strongly recommended to finish BIOL 210 and ENGL 102 before starting Military option and before applying.  Must pass TEAS test with the same percentages as Nursing.  
• Contact person for both LPN-to-AND ( or RN ) and Military Medic to ADN:  NEW!  Jaqueline.bateman@montgomerycollege.edu  RN/MSN
• Past work experience not a good predictor of success.
• RNs sit for the same NCLEX as BSNs.
• High demand of academics and time.
• Spring 2015.  Announcement of very exciting dual agreement signed with UMSON, where students take third year at MC taking BSN courses-- CHEM 131, BIOL 226, PSYC 203, ENGL 103, both MATH 110 and 117 ( unless Pre-calc or Calculus taken for a total of two Maths ). --then one year for BSN ( instead of two ).

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RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY

• CMAP 120 no longer required as of Summer 2015.
• There are 27 spaces.  
• Program Coordinator does not look at GPA.
• Only those who have put down RT as first choice will be considered. Those who choose RT as a second or third choice may be considered if the pool of first choice applicants  is insufficient.   
• Classes begin the third week of May. Mandatory orientation is held the week before classes begin.
•  All students on the day of orientation will be required to complete a criminal background check and begin a drug screening check. Students will pay for these processes on the day of orientation and will be directed by the coordinator on how to complete/begin these checks online.
• If a student passes a TEAS test and does not get into the program, they do NOT have to retake the TEAS test to apply the following year. It is the student’s responsibility to maintain a copy of the TEAS scores for future attempts to apply to the program.  A three year time limit is given for passing TEAS scores. After three years, the applicant must re-take the TEAS.  

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DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY

• For the approximately 60 qualified applicants that apply, there are 30 spaces.
• Online blended program.
• Usually, a GPA of 3.0 or higher.  High GPA plus priority courses will give you first choice.
• Accepted based on specialty:  Students need to educate themselves via the DMS website.
• Have to complete within the 2 year cycle, or completely step out.
• This is the only degree program in the state of Maryland.
• Certificate no longer offered at MC.
• Information sessions not offered April-August.   Read the website.

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PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

• Out of 100-150 applicants, 75 qualify for 24 spaces.
• Strongly recommend 40 hours of volunteer work. This is not factored in nor required for Admissions. 
• Effective Spring, 2010:  HLTH 113 is not required for program.  No Health Foundation course required, but students may take HLTH 220, CPR for Professional Rescuer or Healthcare Provider certification through Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Higher GPA more successful. NEW* Ranked by GPA as well as TEAS.
• Contact Program Coordinator if previous BS or BA degree where Anatomy and Physiology are older than five years:  nancy.greenawald@montgomerycollege.edu
• PTA has physical lifting, visual and auditory acuity, etc. as requirements to do safe patient care.

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SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY

• 18 spaces.
• Classes begin in May, out by July 4.
• Program can be done in one year or two:  One year=No life, but can be done May to May, if the general education classes are done.
• There are a handful of BS programs around the country, none on the east coast.
• Courses online as of 2013.
• TEAS no longer required for Surgical Technology or Polysomnography
• Surgical Technology has eliminated ENGL 101 and HINM 116 for its program.

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HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

• 30+ spaces available ( 45 Fall, 2015 ), out of 78 applicants, for the Certificate and Degree programs combined.   
• All evening classes 6pm and later.
• Students can take HINM 120 and HINM 150 with permission before being accepted from:  NEW* The professor who teaches the course when they meet the prerequisites.
• Nine courses are fully online with tests are taken in the Medical Learning Center.
• Corrine Smith, Program Coordinator as of May, 2012.
• Students may take HLTH 113 or any Health Foundation course, as CPR is not required for this major.
• Average GPA changes yearly depending on the number of applicants:   Program Coordinator has taken less than 3.0 GPA in the past. 
• There has never been a TEAS requirement.

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POLYSOMNOGRAPHY

• 22 spaces available * as of February, 2012.
• Three semester Certificate program. 
• 12 month program from August to August.
• Candidate pool will be ranked by GPA if more qualified applicants than seats.
• Rapidly growing in demand profession.
• 40 accredited sites in the US.
• Three 12 hour night shifts possible for job.
• Maryland will have licensure law by 2013.
• TEAS no longer required.
• NEW!  Program Coordinator as of June, 2015:  jomo.nkunika@montgomerycollege.edu ( former student too! ).

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HEALTH SCIENCES 101 ( HSCI 101 )

• Great introduction course to determine, prepare, and confirm that a career in Health Sciences is for you.
• MENTAL HEALTH—NEW!
• Perspective students must interview with Acting Coordinator by contacting Natalie.maiden@montgomerycollege.edu.  Allow ½ hour to 1.5 hours.
• An essay, resume and unofficial transcripts are part of this process along with the goal: AA or BS?

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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND CONTINUING EDUCATION  ( WDCE ) NON-CREDIT HEALTH SCIENCE COURSES—NEW!

• Contacts for these programs are tori.blackwell@montgomerycollege.edu and lisa.bouknight@montgomerycollege.edu
• Lisa Bouknight’s programs are now CNA/GNA, Nurse Refresher, Certified Medicine Aide Update,  Certified Medicine Aide, RN Delegating/Case Manager,  Train the Trainer, NCLEX review for Foreign Trained Nurses. CPR, and Health Unit Coordinator.
• Their offices are on the first floor of the Health Sciences) (HC) building.
• The WDCE department resides on the 2^nd floor of the Cafritz Art building to register for courses. 

TP/SS November 2012 Events!

Networking for Career Advancement 11/5/12 CM211 12-1:30pm, RSVP required andrea.milo@montgomerycollege.edu

Health Scienes Transfer Day 11/7/12 HC (2nd and 3rd floor) 10am-2pm


Graphic Design Career Workshop 11/8/12 ST 302, 2-3pm RSVP required andrea.milo@montgomerycollege.edu
UMCP-TAEScholarship Workshop 11/9/12 RSVP required Roberta.buckberg@montgomerycollege.edu   Engineering Careers and Transfer Workshop 11/15/12 ST256 2-3pm RSVP required andrea.milo@montgomerycollege.edu

TEAS information Session 11/27/12 HC222 @5:30pm

Health Science Open House 11/27/12 HC201 5-7pm

Scholarship Fair for International Students 11/29/12, ST Atrium 10am-1pm

PTA Curriculum

Students who plan to follow the new PTA curriculum and transfer to MC with BI 204 within the last 5 years but do not transfer in BI107 do not have to take a course to replace BI 107. See full curriculum requirements here: http://cms.montgomerycollege.edu/EDU/Plain.aspx?id=13290

TEAS Update

ATI stopped the availability of TEAS IV in December 2010, so students can no longer have access to it. Version V is significantly different from Version IV in that:

Because of the significant decrease in the number of question in English, the nursing faculty decided to change the requirements to: Reading 83% & the Adjusted Total Score 66%.

PTA and RT have not significantly changed their requirements.

This has created a great deal of difficulty for all. Students are upset that they cannot use the Version V required scores in nursing for their Version IV test. Unfortunately, ATI did not give warning that the test was changing.

Students can be referred to see Dr. Charmaine Cruise, Nursing Retention Coordinator, office Cafritz building, room 124, phone 75808, Charmaine.cruise@montgomerycollege.edu for assistance identifying appropriate resources for the TEAS.