# Allied Health (AHV) (AHV) courses

Santa Barbara City College · 2026-2027 Catalog · 7 courses

Source: https://catalog.sbcc.edu/sel/career-skills/

"Offered" lists sections in this catalog year's class schedules: Fall 2026, Spring 2027.

### AHV NC005 — Medical Assistant IA: Administrative and Clinical Skills Part One

- **Units:** 0
- **Hours:** 112 (112 lecture)
- **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/santa-barbara-city-college/schedule/fall-2026/ahv.md)
- Limitations on Enrollment: Admission to Program*, Health and Safety regulations.

The required Immunization records, proof of negative TB, CPR and proof of an influenza immunization. Clinics may require the student to pass a fingerprint and background check. The student cannot have a criminal record for drug abuse. This requirement varies by work experience site. Some sites may have additional requirements including a valid driver’s license and social security card. First of a three course Medical Assistant Training Program that prepares students for entry-level Medical Assisting. The Administrative (Front Office) component includes HIPAA including legal regulations, medical records, patient reception, and appointment scheduling. Clinical (Back Office) instruction in a practicum oriented classroom includes: infection control, vital signs, diagnostic tests, assisting with primary/family and specialties (surgery, OB/GYN, and pediatrics). Course restricted to 98 repetitions

### AHV NC006 — Medical Assistant IB: Administrative and Clinical Skills Part Two

- **Units:** 0
- **Hours:** 49 (49 lecture)
- **Prerequisite:** AHV NC005.
- **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/santa-barbara-city-college/schedule/spring-2027/ahv.md)

Second of a three course Medical Assistant Training Program that prepares students to work as entry-level Medical Assistants. The Administrative skills learned in Medical Assistant I A will be strengthened. Clinical skills enhancement will include cardiopulmonary procedures, and instruction in the collection and testing of laboratory specimens. Additionally, students will begin preparation for their hands-on Externship assignment at an area medical provider worksite. Course restricted to 98 repetitions

### AHV NC009 — Integrating the Worksite Environment

- **Units:** 0
- **Hours:** 24 (24 lecture)
- **Prerequisite:** AHV NC006 Third of the three-course Medical Assistant Training Program that enhances student development by integrating Medical Assistant Scope of Practice skills into a hands-on practicum.
- **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/santa-barbara-city-college/schedule/spring-2027/ahv.md)

A Job Developer supports engagement of the students' hands-on assignment at a local medical provider worksite through an externship of 100-120 hours, as recommended by area employers. Classroom in-person interaction will augment the worksite experience through discussion, shared conversational challenges, and critical thinking. An awareness of cross-cultural care and communication is emphasized as a necessary component to serve culturally diverse patients. Course restricted to 98 repetitions

### AHV NC020 — Personal Care Attendant I: Basic Care

- **Units:** 0
- **Hours:** 42 (42 lecture)
- **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/santa-barbara-city-college/schedule/fall-2026/ahv.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/santa-barbara-city-college/schedule/spring-2027/ahv.md)

Introduces students to entry-level Personal Care Attendant skills. Students will be taught how to assist patients and families with non-medically directed personal care and home management activities. It will prepare students to seek entry-level Personal Care Attendant employment. Course restricted to 98 repetitions

### AHV NC021 — Personal Care Attendant II: Dementia & End of Life Care

- **Units:** 0
- **Hours:** 21 (21 lecture)
- **Prerequisite:** AHV NC020.
- **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/santa-barbara-city-college/schedule/fall-2026/ahv.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/santa-barbara-city-college/schedule/spring-2027/ahv.md)

Focuses on dementia and end-of-life care. Topics include potential causes and successful strategies to deal with communication difficulties and problem behaviors, as well as activities that lead to successful care giving. End-of-life topics include advance planning, practical and emotional issues related to death and dying, and community resources for the support of families and caregivers. Course restricted to 98 repetitions

### AHV NC030 — Restorative Nurse Assistant Training - Introduction

- **Units:** 0
- **Hours:** 40 (24 lecture, 16 lab)
- **Advisory:** Must have current active CNA license, TB clearance and health care provider CPR.
- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules

Prepares licensed CNAs (Certified Nurse Assistants) to assist patients/residents in maintaining or promoting independence in the areas of mobility, range of motion, and the performance of activities of daily living. This course is the first in a two-part series leading to a SBCC Noncredit Educational Programs Certificate of Completion for Restorative Nurse Assistants. Course restricted to 98 repetitions

### AHV NC031 — Restorative Nurse Assistant Training - Advanced

- **Units:** 0
- **Hours:** 14 (14 lecture)
- **Prerequisite:** AHV NC030.
- **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules

Advanced course for licensed CNAs reviewing the aging process on the five senses, restorative techniques for the therapeutic use of heat and cold, positioning and exercise, and management for cognitive deficit. Course restricted to 98 repetitions