Mrs. Valukievic is one of three Health Careers Instructors at CVCC. She started the program in 1996. Mrs Valukievic has been employed in the Healthcare field since High School as a Dental Assistant, Medical Assistant and a Registered Nurse, with Hospital experience in Orthopedics, Neurology, and Oncology. She received an Associate Degree in Nursing from Lakeland Community College and a Bachelors Degree in Nursing from Ashland University. She attended Kent State University to obtain a Teaching Certificate in Vocational Education. In each of her classes, Mrs. Valukievic brings real-life experiences to provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to pursue a successful career in the health care industry.

 

Below is a brief program description for Mrs. Valukievic's courses:

HEALTH CAREERS                      •Tech Prep Program
           
Year One – 1.0 Anatomy/Physiology, 2.5 elective;

Year Two – Pre-Nursing Option:  1.0 Pathophysiology, 2.5 elective;

Year Two--  Medical Technology Option:  3.5 elective

 

Health Careers students learn basic knowledge that may be utilized in a variety of occupations in the medical field. In Year 1, all students take a core curriculum which includes Vital Signs, Infection Control, Safety, Medical Terminology, as well as Anatomy and Physiology. In Year 2, students are recommended for either Pre-Nursing (State-Tested Nurse Assistant) or Medical Technology (Phlebotomist/EKG Technician).

Hands on Clinical Rotations take place at local healthcare facilities.

 

Prerequisites for the course include grades of C or better in Algebra I and Biology, a GPA of at least 2.0 and an interview with the instructors prior to admission.