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MINNESOTAtttt Brooklyn Park Eagan Eden Prairie Lake Elmo / Woodbury Mankato St. CloudInside ThisCatalogtMinnesotaCampus LocationsPrograms of StudyCourse DescriptionsCollege PoliciesAdministrationFaculty & StaffAdditional Campus Locations: Fort Myers, FLEffective August 11, 2009.This edition replaces previous editions. Ocala, FL Pasco County, FL Aurora, IL Rockford, IL Romeoville/Joliet, IL Moorhead, MN Bismarck, ND Fargo, ND Green Bay, WI Wausau, WIRASMUSSEN COLLEGE www.Rasmussen.edu
2CATALOG & STUDENT HANDBOOKMISSION2009-2010PURPOSERasmussen Collegeis dedicated to servingour communitiesby recognizingthe diverse needsof individuals.To accomplish our mission, Rasmussen Collegehas established these purposes:1 Educational Excellence: Rasmussen College creates a teaching/learning community that is challenging, stimulating,and student-focused. This is accomplished through an integratedsystem of accessible resources, interactive classes, and a rigorouscurriculum.2 Learning Environment: Rasmussen College provides learningWe encouragepersonal andprofessional developmentthrough respect,appreciation, anda commitment togeneral education asa foundation forlifelong learning.opportunities in an environment of mutual respect in an unbiasedatmosphere that prepares students for challenging careers andlifelong learning.3 Professional Development: The institutional culture ofRasmussen College provides and supports ongoing opportunitiesfor professional growth for students and employees, preparingwell-rounded individuals who contribute to our global community.4 Modern Technology: Rasmussen College supports the use ofmodern technology as a tool to enhance student learning andenrich the classroom environment, as well as empower studentsto adapt in an ever-changing workforce. The Collegeis committed to student development through the implementationAs an institutionof higher learning,the College iscommitted topreparing studentsto be active,productive andsuccessful contributorsto a globalcommunity.R A S M U S S E N CO L L E G EIof virtual classrooms utilizing the online learning modality.5 Service to Communities: Rasmussen College creates andmaintains a collaborative community where students, employees,business, industry, professional associations/communities,and other institutions of higher learning benefit from sharedknowledge and experience.6 Assessment and Planning: Rasmussen College students,both residential and online, engage in an active assessment programthat evaluates student learning, effective teaching,and institutional progress. The information gathered assists theCollege as it formulates long and short-range plans, anticipateschallenges, and strives to meet the goals of the institution.IM I N N E S O T AIwww.RASMUSSEN.EDU
CATALOG & STUDENT HANDBOOKI2009-2010Board of DirectorsTable of ContentsHenry S. BienenEnrollment Procedures.4Calendar.4Financial Aid.5Scholarship and Grant Programs.6School of Allied Health.7School of Business.15School of Education.19School of Justice Studies.20School of Nursing.26School of Technology and Design.27Course Descriptions.29Academic Information and College Policies.43Faculty and Staff.54– President, Northwestern UniversityEvanston, IllinoisJohn A. Canning, Jr.– Chairman and CEOMadison Dearborn Partners, LLCJames E. Cowie– Managing DirectorFrontenac CompanyTherese A. Fitzpatrick, RN, PhDc– Partner, The Optime GroupStanford J. Goldblatt, Esq.– Partner, Winston & StrawnBernard Goldstein– Founder, Broadview InternationalRobert E. King– Chairman, Rasmussen College, Inc.– Chairman, Salt Creek VenturesJ. Michael Locke– President & CEORasmussen College, Inc.Thurston E. Manning– Formerly Executive Director ofthe Commission on Institutionsof Higher Education of theNorth Central AssociationJack C. Staley– Former ChairmanDePaul University Board of TrusteesKristi A. Waite– President, Rasmussen CollegeR A S M U S S E N CO L L E G EIM I N N E S O T AIwww.RASMUSSEN.EDU3
4CATALOG & STUDENT HANDBOOKIEnrollment ProceduresYou’ve already taken the first bigstep by scheduling your campusvisit and meeting your admissionsrepresentative.Our admissions professionals cannow help you explore the variousoptions that best meet your goals,interests, educational needs, andwork or activities schedule.Your team will help you find thelearning program, location, andcoursework that are right for you.When you’ve chosen the optionthat best meets your needs, youcan apply for admission bysubmitting the following: Application Form(Apply early for best class choicesand scholarship opportunities.) 60 fee for entire programor 20 per course An attestation of high schoolgraduation or equivalency College placement exam results Required credentials for foreignstudents, including TOEFL testscore of 500 paper-based or173 computer-based, plus firstquarter tuition.2009-2010Picking a Start Date I ndividuals applying foradmission to the MedicalLaboratory Technician, SurgicalTechnologist, or School ofNursing programs must meetprogram-specific admissionsrequirements, in addition toall general Rasmussen Collegeadmissions requirements. Seethe admissions policies for theseprograms under AcademicInformation and CollegePolicies. I n addition, some programsrequire applicants to completea criminal background check.Please see College Acceptanceor Rejection of Application forAdmission for more details.2009-2010Academic CalendarRasmussen College willnotify you in writing of youracceptance or rejection. Allmoney paid to the Collegewill be refunded if you arenot accepted except anynon-refundable test feesrequired for the MedicalLaboratory Technician,Surgical Technologist, orSchool of Nursing programs.All new students will attendan orientation session a weekor two before classes start.This required session is anopportunity to learn Collegepolicies and course scheduling,and to meet other students. 2010 Early Summer QuarterMay 10 – June 20R A S M U S S E N CO L L E G EIM I N N E S O T AI 2009 Summer QuarterJuly 6 – September 20 2009 Early Fall QuarterAugust 10 – September 20 2009 Fall QuarterOctober 5 – December 20 2009 Early Winter QuarterNovember 9 – December 20 2010 Winter QuarterJanuary 4 – March 21 2010 Early Spring QuarterFebruary 8 – March 21 2010 Spring QuarterApril 5 – June 20 2010 Summer QuarterJuly 6 – September 19College Holidays New Year’s Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Memorial Day Independence Day Friday prior to Labor Day(Employee Appreciation Day) Labor Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Dayand the following Friday Christmas Daywww.RASMUSSEN.EDU
CATALOG & STUDENT HANDBOOKI52009-2010Primary Sources of Financial Aid and How to Apply.Each campus has a professionallystaffed financial aid departmentdesigned to help you applyfor federal, state, and privateassistance. The primary purposeof financial aid is to help studentswho otherwise would not beable to attend a post-secondaryinstitution meet the cost of highereducation. The basic responsibilityfor financing your education lieswith you and your family. Aid isbased upon documented financialneed — the difference betweenthe cost of college and your abilityto pay for it. Costs include books,tuition, supplies, room and board,transportation, living expenses, andchild care costs.There are three basic typesof aid available to Rasmussenstudents: Various state and federal studentloan programs.ProgramType of AwardFederal Pell GrantProgramGrant based on financial need. 609 - 5350Free Applicationfor FederalStudent Aid(FAFSA)MN State GrantGrant based on financial needand the student’s individualtuition and fees. Must be anundergraduate student with MNresidency. Student is notified bythe College regarding eligibility.Amounts calculatedbased on length ofdegree and currentstate legislativeprovisionsFree Applicationfor FederalStudent AidFederal SupplementalEducationalOpportunity Grant(SEOG)Grant based on financial needawarded by the institution.Notification is made by theCollege regarding eligibility. 100 - 4,000, basedon availabilityFree Applicationfor FederalStudent Aid –Awarded bythe CollegeAcademicCompetitivenessGrant (ACG)Award based on Pell Granteligibility and academic rigorrequirements of state high schoolcoursework eligibility. 750 for first year; 1300 for second yearFree Applicationfor FederalStudent AidMN State Work StudyPart-time jobs on campus orat local non-profit agencies.Based on financial need andskill level for positions available.VariesFree Applicationfor FederalStudent Aid –Awarded bythe CollegeFederal Work StudySame as State Work Study.VariesFree Applicationfor FederalStudent Aid –Awarded bythe CollegeFederal SubsidizedStafford LoanProgramPayment deferred until six monthsafter student leaves college orattends less than half time.Need-based calculation.1st Year - 3,5002nd Year - 4,5003rd Year - 5,500Free Applicationfor FederalStudent Aidand PromissoryNote processedthrough Collegeand LenderFederalUnsubsidizedStafford LoanProgramPrincipal and interest maybe deferred until after studentleaves college or attends less thanhalf-time.Same as subsidizedlimits with additional 2,000 for Dependent.Independent:1st & 2nd Year 60003rd Year & above 7000.Free Applicationfor FederalStudent Aid andPromissory Noteprocessed throughCollege andLenderFederal Parent Loanfor UndergraduateStudents (PLUS)For credit-worthy parents ofdependent undergraduates.Up to college cost ofattendance.PLUS applicationand PromissoryNote processedthrough Collegeand LenderMinnesotaState LoanProgramsStudent EducationalLoan Fund (SELF)Supplemental, variable interestrate loan, allows deferment ofprincipal while in college, requirescredit-worthy co-signer. 7,500 per grade levelSELF applicationprocessed thoughCollege and theHigher EducationServices OfficeVeterans’BenefitsVeterans’ BenefitsVeterans and dependents ofveterans, including Guard andReserve Component.Monthly benefitbased on servicecontributionsVeteransAdministrationor VeteransService OfficerGift AidEmployment Gift Aid, also known as grants, isassistance you do not have to payback and is usually based uponfinancial need. Employment through work studyprograms may provide relevantwork experience and decrease thenecessity of borrowing studentloans for living expensesFederal LoanProgramsTuition RatesPlease see the Tuition Structuresection under AcademicInformation and College Policiesfor complete information on tuitionrates.R A S M U S S E N CO L L E G EIM I N N E S O T AIAmount Per Yearwww.RASMUSSEN.EDUApplication
6CATALOG & STUDENT HANDBOOKI2009-2010Scholarship and Grant ProgramsRasmussen College offers thefollowing institutional scholarshipand grant programs. Some campuseshave additional scholarshipsavailable; please contact yourFinancial Aid Office for moreinformation. Student must carry a minimumof 9 credits per full quarter or7 for a mid-start term, maintainsatisfactory academic progress,and not be on Academic Warning/Probation, or the award is forfeitedfrom that point forward.Grade Point AchievementScholarships Awards are forfeited if attendanceis discontinued or interrupted forAssociate Degree seeking students.Bachelor’s Degree seeking studentsmay interrupt attendance amaximum of 2 instances, witheach instance no more than onequarter and not more than oncein any one calendar year.If you are like most students,you don’t have a pile of cash lyingaround to pay for college. So you’llbe glad to know that based onyour high school cumulative GPA,Rasmussen College offers scholarshipopportunities of up to 10,000 forincoming first-year students. Belowis a quick look at the available GradePoint Achievement scholarships.Ask your Admissions Representativefor all the details and an applicationform.Grade point average is based upona 4.0 scale. Other grade point scaleswill be converted to a 4.0 scale todetermine award.Eligibility guidelines for the GradePoint Achievement Scholarships areas follows: Eligible students must becurrent-year graduatinghigh school seniors. Students must apply for and beginclasses during the summer quarter,early fall quarter or fall quarterimmediately following theirgraduation from high school. Award amounts are determinedupon receipt of the student’sofficial final transcript from highschool. All recipients will be notified ofthe award in writing and all fundsare paid directly to the College.Award amounts for AssociateDegree students are dividedequally among the student’s first5 quarters of attendance. Awardamounts for Bachelor Degreestudents are divided equally amongthe student’s first 10 quarters ofattendance.Early Start ProgramRasmussen College is proud to offerselect high school juniors and seniorsthe opportunity to begin theirprofessional career training early.The Early Start Program is designedto reward those who have a strongacademic background and a desireto succeed.10% Military DiscountAll current and retired militarypersonnel, as well as veterans,enrolling in a Degree, Diploma,or Certificate program are eligiblefor a 10% tuition discount. Inorder to qualify for the discount,all admission requirements mustbe completed, and applicantsmust provide proof of service bysubmitting an actual or faxed copyof their military ID card, includingexpiration date. Retired militarypersonnel must provide validmilitary retiree ID or DD 214 form.In addition, the College will extendthe 10% discount to the spouseand dependents, age 18-21, of anyservice member on active duty asoutlined above. These individualsmust provide an actual or faxed copyof their dependent military ID card,which includes an expiration date.You willreceive thefollowingScholarship:If you applyfor admissionprior toJanuary 30,your award is:2.00 – 2.74Success AwardAssociates 1,000Bachelors 2,000 600 1,2002.75 – 2.99Achievement AwardAssociates 1,500Bachelors 3,000 1,000 2,0003.00 – 3.24Silver Circle AwardAssociates 2,000Bachelors 4,000 1,500 3,0003.25 – 3.49Gold Circle AwardAssociates 2,500Bachelors 5,000 2,000 4,0003.50 – 3.74Platinum Circle AwardAssociates 3,000Bachelors 6,000 2,500 5,0003.75 – 3.99Director’s AwardAssociates 4,000Bachelors 8,000 3,000 6,0004.00President’s AwardAssociates 5,000Bachelors 10,000 4,000 8,000On-Time GraduationScholarship and AcceleratedGraduation ScholarshipRasmussen College is committedto helping students get their degreeand start their new careers. To helpour students reach that goal faster,Rasmussen offers two scholarshipsto students to help make on-timegraduation a reality. Studentswho take thirteen (13) or morecredits a quarter will receive a 500Accelerated Graduation Scholarshipeach quarter. Additional, studentswho take nine (9) to twelve (12)credits per quarter will receivea 300 On-Time GraduationScholarship each quarter. Studentswho start in February, May, August,or November and take seven (7) oreight (8) credits will receive a 200On-Time Graduation Scholarshiptheir first quarter.RestrictionsStudents are eligible for only one ofthe following scholarship and grantprograms at a time: Grade Point AchievementScholarship Early Start Program 10% Military Discount Corporate DiscountStudents may combine any of thesescholarships with the On-TimeGraduation Scholarship and/or theAccelerated Graduation Scholarship.Corporate DiscountSome companies receive a tuitiondiscount from Rasmussen Collegefor eligible employees. Contact yourcampus for details.R A S M U S S E N CO L L E G EIIf you applyfor admissionbetweenJanuary 30,and April 30,your award is:If yourcumulativeGrade PointAverage upongraduationis between:M I N N E S O T AIwww.RASMUSSEN.EDU
CATALOG & STUDENT HANDBOOKI72009-2010S ch o o l o f A l l i ed H ea l thObjectiveGraduates of this degree programknow the concepts and skillsnecessary to find entry-levelemployment in the fitnessindustry. They have a basicunderstanding of anatomy,physiology, and kinesiology,and their relationship to exercise.They also know the relationshipof nutrition to health and fitness.Graduates can perform healthand fitness assessments anddevelop training regimensfor people with a varietyof health and fitness needs.They value critical thinking,communication, diverseperspectives, technology andinformation literacy, and thewell-being of their clients.EXERCISE SCIENCE AAS DegreeStandard Length of Program 7 Quarters Full-Time 10 Quarters Part-TimeCareer Opportunities Personal Trainer Fitness InstructorFoundation CoursesNumberCourseB097B098B099Foundations of English IFoundations of English IIFoundations of MathMajor and Core CoursesCredits444Students must either demonstrate mastery of the subject matter inFoundation Courses through a STEP placement exam or by successfulcompletion of B097, B098, and/or B099.General Education CoursesNumberCourseCreditsEnglish Composition (Required course)G124English CompositionCommunication (Select 1 course)G141Introduction to CommunicationG226SpeechHumanities (Select 2 courses)G125HumanitiesG138Introduction to FilmG201Creative WritingG230Introduction to LiteratureMath (Select 1 course)G221Introduction to StatisticsG233College AlgebraNatural Sciences (Required course)G215Introduction to Human BiologySocial Sciences (Select 2 courses)G122World GeographyG123Principles of EconomicsG137Introduction to PsychologyG142Introduction to SociologyG243Contemporary U.S. GovernmentG250History of the United States in the WorldR A S M U S S E N CO L L E G EIM I N N E S O T 5MT246PN105Introduction to BusinessComputer Information SystemsCareer DevelopmentIntroduction to Exercise ScienceFitness Theory and AssessmentExercise PhysiologyResistance Training TechniquesEvent Training TechniquesExercise for Special PopulationsExercise Science CapstoneMedical TerminologyPharmacology for the Allied Health ProfessionalHuman Anatomy and Physiology IHuman Anatomy and Physiology IIKinesiologyKinesiology IINutrition and Diet TherapyElectives (Choose Two, for a minimum of 6 credits)B233ES205ES225ES245ES250Principles of ManagementNutrition for Exercise ScienceMusculoskeletal InjuriesExercise and AgingWorksite Health PromotionTotal Degree CreditsCredits432334333244554444433498** Credit totals do not include Foundations of English I/IIor Foundations of Math. These courses may be requiredof some students based upon placement examinations.This program is only available at the Eagan campus.www.RASMUSSEN.EDU
8CATALOG & STUDENT HANDBOOKI2009-2010S ch o o l o f A l l i ed H ea l thObjectiveGraduates of this degree programunderstand the healthcare systemand how to communicate withthe healthcare team. They knowbasic human anatomy, medicalterminology, and pathology,as well as techniques for healthinformation management andquality improvement. Graduatescan perform medical coding andbilling, analyze data, use andunderstand scanning technology,navigate an electronic healthrecord, manage a file room,and release medical informationunder appropriate circumstances.They value critical thinking,communication, diverseperspectives, technology andinformation literacy, ethicaland professional behaviorin the workplace, and theconfidentiality of patientinformation.HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNICIAN AAS Degree**Standard Length of Program 6 Quarters Full-Time 9 Quarters Part-TimeCareer Opportunities Health Information Technician Medical Data Analyst Medical Coder Health Information Workflow Specialist Medical Records Coordinator Coding Analyst Electronic Health Record SpecialistFoundation CoursesNumberCourseB097B098B099Foundations of English IFoundations of English IIFoundations of MathMajor and Core CoursesCredits444Students must either demonstrate mastery of the subject matter inFoundation Courses through a STEP placement exam or by successfulcompletion of B097, B098, and/or B099.General Education CoursesNumberCourseCreditsEnglish Composition (Required course)G124English CompositionCommunication (Select 1 course)G141Introduction to CommunicationG226SpeechHumanities (Select 2 courses)G125HumanitiesG138Introduction to FilmG201Creative WritingG230Introduction to LiteratureMath (Select 1 course)G221Introduction to StatisticsG233College AlgebraNatural Sciences (Select 1 course)G215Introduction to Human BiologyG239Introduction to AstronomyG245Introduction to GeologySocial Sciences (Select 2 courses)G122World GeographyG123Principles of EconomicsG137Introduction to PsychologyG142Introduction to SociologyG243Contemporary U.S. GovernmentG250History of the United States in the M251M252Computer Information Systems3Success Strategies4Career Development2Structure and Function of the Human Body4Medical Terminology4Basic ICD-9-CM Coding4Intermediate ICD-9-CM Coding3Ambulatory Care Coding3Introduction to Health Information Management 4Medical Insurance and Billing3Quality Analysis and Management4Management of Health Information Services4Pathology I4Pathology II4Healthcare Information Technologies4Medical Law and Ethics4Medical Coding Practicum1Health Information Practicum2Total Degree Credits93*CreditsThis Degree Program is also offered online.* Credit totals do not include Foundations of English I/IIor Foundations of Math. These courses may be requiredof some students based upon placement examinations.** The Health Information Technician associate’s degreeoffered at the Brooklyn Park, Eagan, Eden Prairie, LakeElmo, Mankato, Rockford, and St. Cloud campuses isaccredited by the Commission on Accreditation forHealth Informatics and Information ManagementEducation (CAHIIM).T he Health Information Technician associate’s degreeoffered at the Green Bay campus is in Candidacy Statusfor accreditation by the Commission on Health Informaticsand Information Management Education (CAHIIM).In addition to meeting all other admissionsrequirements, applicants to this program mustalso complete a criminal background check.R A S M U S S E N CO L L E G EIM I N N E S O T AIwww.RASMUSSEN.EDU
CATALOG & STUDENT HANDBOOKI92009-2010S ch o o l o f A l l i ed H ea l thObjectiveGraduates of this program knowbasic concepts in kinesiology,human anatomy, pathology,and the theory behindmassage-therapy techniques.They can perform a varietyof massage techniques,including Swedish massage,sports massage, myofascial release,trigger-point therapy, andadditional techniques.In addition, they can chooseand perform techniques forclients with individualizedneeds. They value criticalthinking, communication,diverse perspectives, technologyand information literacy,professionalism and ethicalbehavior, and the appreciation ofother massage therapists in theindustry. This program preparesgraduates to take the NationalCertification Exam from theNational Certification Boardfor Therapeutic Massage andBodywork (NCBTMB).MASSAGE THERAPY AAS DegreeStandard Length of Program 7 Quarters Full-Time 11 Quarters Part-TimeCareer Opportunities Private Practice Spas and Resorts Health Clubs Wellness Centers Clinics Chiropractic OfficesFoundation CoursesNumberCourseB097B098B099Foundations of English IFoundations of English IIFoundations of MathMajor and Core CoursesCredits444Students must either demonstrate mastery of the subject matter inFoundation Courses through a STEP placement exam or by successfulcompletion of B097, B098, and/or B099.General Education CoursesNumberCourseCreditsEnglish Composition (Required course)G124English CompositionCommunication (Select 1 course)G141Introduction to CommunicationG226SpeechHumanities (Select 2 courses)G125HumanitiesG138Introduction to FilmG201Creative WritingG230Introduction to LiteratureMath (Select 1 course)G221Introduction to StatisticsG233College AlgebraNatural Sciences (Required course)G215Introduction to Human BiologySocial Sciences (Select 2 courses)G122World GeographyG123Principles of EconomicsG137Introduction to PsychologyG142Introduction to SociologyG243Contemporary U.S. GovernmentG250History of the United States in the 5MT246MT250Introduction to BusinessCareer DevelopmentMedical Law and EthicsHuman Anatomy and Physiology IHuman Anatomy and Physiology IIIntroduction to Massage TherapyDeep Tissue MassageTechniques for Special ClientsPathology for Massage TherapySports MassageMyofascial ReleaseAlternative ModalitiesTrigger Point TherapyClinic IClinic IIKinesiologyKinesiology IIBusiness and WellnessTotal Degree Credits444This program is only available at the Eden Prairie, Mankato,and St. Cloud campuses.444444In addition to meeting all other admissionsrequirements, applicants to this program mustalso complete a criminal background check.Medical See School of Business on Page 18IM I N N E S O T AI42455333433332444394** Credit totals do not include Foundations of English I/IIor Foundations of Math. These courses may be requiredof some students based upon placement examinations.Office Management AAS DegreeR A S M U S S E N CO L L E G ECreditswww.RASMUSSEN.EDU
10CATALOG & STUDENT HANDBOOKI2009-2010S ch o o l o f A l l i ed H ea l thObjectiveGraduates of this programunderstand the proceduresof medical offices in a varietyof healthcare settings. Theyknow medical terminology,anatomy, pathology, and basicconcepts of health-informationmanagement. Graduates canperform medical coding,transcription, and billing,and general medical officeprocedures. They value criticalthinking, communication,diverse perspectives, technologyand information literacy,ethical and professionalbehavior in the workplace, andthe confidentiality of patientinformation.Medical Administration AAS DegreeStandard Length of Program 6 Quarters Full-Time 9 Quarters Part-TimeCareer Opportunities Medical Office Assistant Medical Business Office Clerk Medical Receptionist Medical Transcriptionist Medical Office Manager Medical Coder/BillerFoundation CoursesNumberCourseB097B098B099Foundations of English IFoundations of English IIFoundations of MathMajor and Core CoursesCredits444Students must either demonstrate mastery of the subject matter inFoundation Courses through a STEP placement exam or by successfulcompletion of B097, B098, and/or B099.General Education CoursesNumberCourseCreditsEnglish Composition (Required course)G124English CompositionCommunication (Select 1 course)G141Introduction to CommunicationG226SpeechHumanities (Select 2 courses)G125HumanitiesG138Introduction to FilmG201Creative WritingG230Introduction to LiteratureMath (Select 1 course)G221Introduction to StatisticsG233College AlgebraNatural Sciences (Select 1 course)G215Introduction to Human BiologyG239Introduction to AstronomyG245Introduction to GeologySocial Sciences (Select 2 courses)G122World GeographyG123Principles of EconomicsG137Introduction to PsychologyG142Introduction to SociologyG243Contemporary U.S. GovernmentG250History of the United States in the WorldR A S M U S S E N CO L L E G EIM I N N E S O T 20Computer Information SystemsSuccess StrategiesCareer DevelopmentStructure and Function of the Human BodyMedical TerminologyBasic ICD-9-CM CodingIntermediate ICD-9-CM CodingAmbulatory Care CodingMedical Office ProceduresMedical Transcription IMedical Transcription IIMedical Insurance and BillingPathology IPathology IIMedical Law and EthicsMedical Coding PracticumMedical Administration CapstoneKeyboarding IWord for WindowsTotal Degree Credits342444334333444113392*This Degree Program is also offered online.* C redit totals do not include Foundations of English I/IIor Foundations of Math. These courses may be requiredof some students based upon placement examinations.444444ICreditswww.RASMUSSEN.EDU
CATALOG & STUDENT HANDBOOKI112009-2010S ch o o l o f A l l i ed H ea l thObjectiveGraduates of this programknow medical terminology,anatomy, pathology, and basicconcepts of pharmacology andpsychology. They can measurevital signs, administer injections,perform venipuncture,and perform CLIA-waivedlaboratory tests. They canalso perform general medicaloffice procedures and medicalbilling. Graduates value criticalthinking, communication,diverse perspectives, technologyand information literacy, andmedical ethics. The completionof this program helps preparethe student to seek nationalcertification as a medicalassistant.Medical Assisting AAS Degree**Standard Length of Program 6 Quarters Full-Time 8 Quarters Part-TimeCareer Opportunities Medical Assistant Medical Office Administrative AssistantFoundation CoursesNumberCourseB097B098B099Foundations of English IFoundations of English IIFoundations of MathMajor and Core CoursesCredits444Students must either demonstrate mastery of the subject matter inFoundation Courses through a STEP placement exam or by successfulcompletion of B097, B098, and/or B099.General Education CoursesNumberCourseCreditsEnglish Composition (Required course)G124English CompositionCommun
RASMUSSEN COLLEGE I MINNESOTA I www.RASMUSSEN.EDU 3 CATALOG & STUDENT HANDBOOK I 2009-2010 RASMUSSEN COLLEGE I MINNESOTA I www.RASMUSSEN.EDU Henry S. Bienen - President, Northwestern University Evanston, Illinois John A. Canning, Jr. - Chairman and CEO Madison Dearborn Partners, LLC James E. Cowie - Managing Director Frontenac Company
