The endocrine system includes ductless glands or the glands of internal secretion, such as: pineal gland, hypothalamus, pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal glands, and pancreas. You will learn all how all these glands function and treatments for diseases of the endocrine system.
ENT stands for ears, nose and throat. You will assist the physician that treats the ears, including setting up hearing tests and balance tests. You will learn about diseases of the ears, also those pertaining to the nose, nasal obstruction, deviated septums and diseases of the nasal cavity and thoracic cage. You will assist in treating throat problems, including tonsillitis and chronic strep throat.
Certificate:Completion of this course certifies proficient Medical Assisting skills in the ENT and endocrinology examination based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.
This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs: Competencies (skills you will learn):
- Understand the vocabulary and terminology of the endocrine system
- Understand the mechanism of hormone action
- Differentiate among common endocrine disorders
- Outline the treatment plan and management of diabetes mellitus
- Perform blood glucose screening with a glucometer
- Summarize patient education approaches to diabetes
- Understand the vocabulary and terminology of the ENT field
- Understand the anatomy and physiology of the ears, nose and throat
- Work with patients with diseases of ENT
- Understand how to properly administer drops to the ears and eyes
- Know how to properly perform and ear irrigation
- Know how to properly use an otoscope audiometer
- Properly perform patient education for the ears, nose and throat
This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.
Course Length:The estimated length of this course is 30 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.
Course Location & Schedule:TTECH Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays
Students must be at least 16 years old, and enrolled in the Medical Office Laboratory Technician program.
Textbooks & Materials:Check the Bookstore for required books, and current textbook prices.
Tuition & Fees:Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.