1. HEALTH SCIENCES PROGRAMS

2. TCL Health Sciences Programs
Nursing
Central Sterile Processing
Radiology Technology
Surgical Technology
Physical Therapy Assistant
Medical Assisting
Massage Therapy

3. Dean of Health Sciences
Dr. Glenn Levicki
DHA, MSRS, R.T. (R) (MR) (CT)

4. Health Sciences Advisor
Amanda Barney

5. Interim Program Director: Vandy Amason, MSN, RN, CMSRN
Nursing Program
Interim Program Director: Vandy Amason, MSN, RN, CMSRN

6. Accepts 40 students Fall & Spring
Accredited:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
Fall and Spring Entry
Accepts 40 students Fall & Spring

7. 3 Different Options RN Option (Fall & Spring)
PN Option (Fall entry only)
Diploma
3 semesters
Fall, Spring, & graduate Summer
42 credits
Eligible for NCLEX-PN exam (LPN)
RN Option (Fall & Spring)
Associate Degree
4 semesters
68 credits
Eligible for NCLEX-RN exam (RN)
LPN-RN (Fall & Spring)
Enter 2nd year, first semester
Complete in 3 semesters
3 Different Options
Multi entry/Multi exit Program

8. Radiologic Technology
Acting Program Director: Erika Johnson, BS, R.T. (R) (ARRT)

9. Eligible for national registry exam to obtain RT (R).
Accredited:
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Fall entry only
Associate Degree
6 semesters
Accepts students
Eligible for national registry exam to obtain RT (R).

10. Physical Therapy Assistant
Program Director: Dr. Vicki Daniel, PT, DPT

11. Accredited: Fall entry only Associate Degree Accepts 16 students
Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
Fall entry only
Associate Degree
5 semesters
Accepts 16 students
Eligible for National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) for licensure

12. Program Director: JoLane Collins, CST, ATC, MA.Ed., CBSPD, FAST
Surgical Technology
Program Director: JoLane Collins, CST, ATC, MA.Ed., CBSPD, FAST

13. 2 Different Options Associates Degree Diploma
Accredited:
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
Fall entry only
3 Semesters
Accepts students
Eligible for national certification exam
CBSTD (Certified Surgical Technologist)
Accredited:
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
Fall entry only
Combined Central Sterile Processing Certificate & Surgical Technology Diploma
5 semesters
Accepts students
Eligible for national certification exam
Central Sterile Processing Certification Exam
CBSTD (Certified Surgical Technologist)
2 Different Options
Multi entry/Multi exit Program

14. Central Sterile Processing
Program Director: JoLane Collins, CST, ATC, MA.Ed., CBSPD, FAST

15. Eligible for national certification exam
Accredited:
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
Fall and Spring entry
Certificate
2 semesters
Accepts students
Eligible for national certification exam
Central Sterile Processing Certification Exam
CBSTD (Certified Surgical Technologist)

16. Program Director: Jaclyn Valenti, RMA, AS, BA, MEd.
Medical Assisting
Program Director: Jaclyn Valenti, RMA, AS, BA, MEd.

17. Accredited: Fall entry Certificate Accepts 15 students
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS)
Fall entry
Certificate
3 Semesters
Accepts 15 students
Eligible for the Registered Medical Assistant Exam (RMA) for certification

18. Program Director: Denise Van Nostran, LMT, BCTMB, BM, MM
Massage Therapy
Program Director: Denise Van Nostran, LMT, BCTMB, BM, MM

19. Accredited: Fall entry only Certificate program Accepts
Commission for Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA)
Fall entry only
Certificate program
3 semesters
Accepts
16 students (day)
8 students (evening/Saturday)
Graduates complete Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam (MBLEX), leading to Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT)

20. Deadline Dates for Applications to Health Science Programs
Central Sterile Processing
Entry: Spring 2020
Deadline: September 3rd 2019
Entry: Fall 2020
Deadline: Jan-April 2020
Medical Assisting
Massage Therapy
Nursing
Entry: Spring 2020
Deadline: September 3rd 2019
Entry: Fall 2020
Deadline: Jan-April 2020
Radiologic Technology
Physical Therapist Assistant
Deadline Dates for Applications to Health Science Programs

21. TEAS TEST Which Programs need the TEAS test?
Nursing
Radiology Technology
Physical Therapy Assistant
Surgical Technology
What is the TEAS test?
Entrance Test
Tests on:
English, Reading, Math, Science Skills
How many times can you take the TEAS test?
3 times in a 12 month period
How long are the TEAS scores good for?
3 years at TCL
How long does the TEAS test take to complete?
About 3 ½ hours
All computerized
Results printed upon completion
Is there a study guide?
Yes- Available at our TCL Bookstore
TEAS Study Guide $68.95
TEAS Study Guide Bar Chart $ 6.95 plus tax (price subject to change)
What is the cost of the TEAS test at TCL?
$60 for TCL Students
Where do I go to take the TEAS?
Call to make an appointment:
Testing Center in Building 2
TEAS TEST

22. FAQ’s What accreditation does TCL have?
Southern Accreditation of Colleges and Schools (SACS)
Do Math and Science courses have an expiration?
7 years
FAQ’s

23. How do I get started? Apply to TCL at www.tcl.edu
Request ALL official college and high school/ GED transcripts be sent to TCL Admissions office
Meet with Health Science advisor (Amanda Barney)
Take entrance exam (TEAS Test) if needed per program requirements
Apply by published deadlines