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• Career Coach
• Strong Interest Inventory

Counseling and Mental Health Resources

• The Counseling Center FREE Services for Employees and Students
• Mental Health Treatment Locator
• MS Department of Mental Health
• Hinds Behavioral Health Services
• Summit Counseling of First Baptist Church Jackson
• Theravive
• Therapists in MS
• Suicide Prevention Lifeline
• The National Students of AMF Support Network
• Grief Speaks

Domestic Violence Resources

• National Domestic Violence Hotline
• Catholic Charities
• MS Coalition Against Sexual Assault

Drug and Alcohol Treatment

• Substance Abuse Treatment Locator
• Harbor House
• Hinds Behavioral Health Services
• Mississippi Addiction Recovery Centers

Jackson Nursing/Allied Health Center

• Office Location: Anderson Hall 2
• Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Open Tuesdays until 6:00 p.m.)
• Counselors
• • Joycelyn Washington, JSWashington@Hindscc.edu (Director of Student Services for the Nursing/Allied Health Campus, NAHC Leadership Team member, Student Affairs Committee, Campus Climate Committee, Phi Theta Kappa advisor, Registration Committee and NAHC Readmission Committee).
     
  • Cooper McCachren, Bryan.McCachren@Hindscc.edu (Disability Support Services Committee, District Student Affairs Committee and District Associated Student Government Committee)

Am I required to meet with a counselor/advisor to schedule classes?
First-time students must see an advisor or counselor at one of the six (6) campus locations. Advisors and counselors are available for all students; however, returning students are not required to seek advisement.
 

Do I owe money or have a restriction from the admissions or business office that needs to be cleared?
Go to My.Hinds and check your account status. If there is a balance or restriction, go to the appropriate office or call 601-857-5261 or 1-800-HINDSCC.
 

What classes have I successfully completed toward my major?
First, print your unofficial transcript from My.Hinds. If you have attended another college check to see if the credits have been posted to your Hinds transcript. If not, contact the Office of Admissions and request that college transfer credits post to your record.
 

What classes should I register for next semester?

• Review your program of study and mark courses completed and in progress.

• Academic General Program of Study (Associate of Arts GPS and academic course descriptions)

• Academic 4 year college transfer program (Associate of Arts with Academic Major)

• Hinds Technical Program of Study (Associate of Applied Science)

• Hinds Career Program of Study (Career Certificate)

*Students enrolled in developmental classes may wish to speak with an academic advisor.

Do these classes have any prerequisites?

After selecting courses that you need to complete for graduation, you may view the Catalog Course Descriptions to see if there are any prerequisite classes.
 

I’m interested in Nursing & Allied Health programs. What are the admission requirements?
You may view the requirements here: Admission for Nursing & Allied Health Programs
 

How can I view the class schedule of what is being offered and at which location?
Search for classes, dates, and times from the online course schedule.
 

I’m a current student. How do I register for classes?
Go to My.Hinds and web register for academic and/or technical classes. Career students must register in person. For step by step instructions, please view the Web Registration Video Tutorial
 

What online classes are offered?
MSVCC Course Offerings: MSVCC schedule.
 

I’m an online student. How do I register for classes?
First-time Hinds students must see a Hinds advisor to register for their first semester of courses. After that term, the student may web register for their classes through My.Hinds.
 

How do I register for an online course offered by a different community college in MS?
Lookup MSVCC Course Offerings on the MSVCC Schedule online tool. Classes offered by other colleges are subject to approval based on criteria set forth by the Distance Learning office. More information can be found under the FAQ for Hinds Distance Learning. Contact your advisor for more information.
 

When is payment for classes due?
Check your financial aid status and the account balance at My.Hinds. All fees are due 10 days before classes begin (or at the time of registration if registering within 10 days of classes starting). Note: If you have not paid your fees in full, entered into a payment plan with the college, or been approved for financial aid by the due date, you will be removed from your classes.
 

Where can I get a copy of my schedule?
You may view and print your schedule at My.Hinds.


I took this class in high school. Why do I have to take this class in college? 
You must receive college credit in the class for the course to be counted toward graduation. However, if while you were in high school you also took classes through a college, you may be able to use the college credit course toward graduation. You should send your high school transcript to Hinds CC to be evaluated. 

Transition to RN Option 

The Transition to RN Option is designed to assist the licensed practical nurse (LPN), paramedic and respiratory therapist in making the transition to registered professional nurse (RN). Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will be eligible to take the National Council Licensure Exam for Register Nurses (NCLEX-RN®). Courses are offered at the Nursing/Allied Health Center of the Jackson Campus and at the Vicksburg Campus.

Transition to RN Option Admissions Requirements 

• Application to Hinds Community College
• Application for Selection to the Transition to RN Option
• Validation of High School Graduation by official high school transcript, high school equivalency transcript (GED^®, HiSET^®, TASC) or college transcript.
• Official transcripts from all colleges attended, except Hinds Community College
• ACT composite score of 18 (If taken before October 1989 - 15)
• ACT sub-score of 18 in Math (If taken before October 1989 - 15)
• ACT sub-score of 18 in Reading (applicants who took the ACT prior to October 1989 must retake the ACT to obtain the Reading sub-score. 
• Effective July 1, 2016, overall GPA of 2.2 on transferable college credits. (Effective July 1, 2017, overall GPA 2.35 on transferable credits; effective July 1, 2018, overall GPA of 2.50 on transferable college credits.)
• Validation of current unencumbered professional license or certification.
• Written recommendation from immediate supervisor or instructor from respective practical nursing, paramedic, or respiratory therapy program.

Prerequisites to the First Transition to RN Option Clinical Course (NUR 2114)

• Completion of Anatomy and Physiology I & II with labs (4 semester hrs each) and Microbiology with lab (4 semester hrs) with a grade of C or above. Science courses must have been completed within 5 years of entering (NUR 2114).
• Completion of 3 semester hours of each of the following: English Comp I; English Comp II; General Psychology I; Human Growth & Development; Intro to Sociology; Humanities/Fine Arts Elective; Public Speaking/Interpersonal Communication.

Process for Selection 

The Generic Option and the Transition to RN Option each have a defined process for selection.
There is also a defined process for selection for transfer admissions.

Process for Selection to Generic Option
Process for Selection to the Transition to RN Option

Dental Assisting Technology is a career for individuals who enjoy patient contact, flexible hours, and the security of employable skills. It is ideal for the high school graduate seeking a stable career, the parent looking for a profession to coordinate with family responsibilities, or the adult searching for a second career choice.

After twelve months of training, the Dental Assisting graduate is prepared to assist the dentist at chairside, perform minor lab procedures, expose and develop radiographs, manage the front office, plus a variety of other skills. Classes begin every August and January and all courses for the program are taught at the Nursing/Allied Health Center in Jackson, Miss.

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities are very broad and diverse for graduates for this program. Though the majority of dental assistants are employed by general dentists, some graduates choose to work in one of the many dental specialties, such as pedodontics, orthodontics and oral surgery. Most assistants work at chairside, although opportunities do exist for graduates to participate in front office procedures. The demand for dental services will continue to grow in the future and therefore, the need for trained dental assistants will increase in order to meet that demand.

Admission Information

It is the applicant's responsibility to provide the required data to the Office of Admissions, Hinds Community College at Nursing/Allied Health Center, 1750 Chadwick Drive, Jackson, MS 39204-3490. Submitting the information to any other Hinds Community College location will delay the processing of your file.

• Application for Admission to Hinds Community College.
• Application for Selection to the Dental Assisting Technology Program.
• Validation of high school graduation by official high school transcript or high school equivalency transcript (GED^®, HiSET^®, or TASC).
• Official transcripts from all colleges attended, except Hinds Community College.
• ACT score of 18 (15 if taken before October 1989).
• Students must be 18 years of age by the 2nd semester of the program.

Process for Selection

• Preference will be given to applicants who complete the application procedure by April 15th for fall admission and by October 15th for spring admission.
• Individuals who have submitted all required admission documents will be considered for program admission based on a rating scale that includes:  ACT Composite Score, ACT Math and Reading sub-scores; previous certificates/degrees; and military experience.   
• Applicants selected into the program are required to attend a scheduled orientation session. 
• Applicants not selected for a class may reapply for subsequent classes by submitting a new Application for Selection to the Dental Assisting Technology Program.

Credentialing Information

Students who successfully complete the Dental Assisting program at Hinds Community College are eligible to sit for the national certification exam offered by the Dental Assisting National Board.

Accreditation

This program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60611-25678, 312.440.2500, www.ada.org.

Program of Study and Core Performance Standards

• Dental Assisting Technology Program of Study
• Core Performance Standards
• Infection Control Policy and Procedures for the HCC Dental Assisting Program

Mission: Prepare individuals to be competent, caring health care assistants.

Goals: 

1. Provide the student with skills for learning success. 
2. Provide a program that prepares students with multiple skills for employment in the health care field.
3. Provide the student with knowledge needed for entry level competency as a nursing assistant, home health aid, and phlebotomist. 
4. Provide the student with learning experiences that promote competency as a nursing assistant, health care aide, and phlebotomist. 
5. Provide opportunities that will allow the student to develop employment skills and team work skills. 
6. Provide opportunities that will assist the student to transition to other academic and technical health careers. 

Admission Requirements 

1. Application for admission to Hinds Community College
2. Application for selection to the Health Care Assistant Program.
3. Validation of high school graduation by official high school transcript, GED® equivalency transcript, or college transcript.
4. Official transcripts from all colleges attended, except Hinds Community College.
5. ACT score of 16 (12 if taken before October 1989).

Process for Selection 

1. For classes that begin in the Fall term, preference will be given to applicants who complete the application procedure by April 30th. For classes that begin in the Spring term, preference will be given to applicants who complete the application procedure by October 31st.
2. Individuals who have submitted all admission requirements by the specified deadline will be considered for program admission based on a rating scale that includes: ACT Composite Score; ACT Math and Reading sub-scores; and previous certificates or degrees.
3. Applicants not selected for a class must reapply for subsequent classes by submitting a new Application for Selection to the Health Care Assistant Program.
4. A limited number of placements are held for TAA-eligible applicants and students who have completed the TSHP program.

HCA Core Competencies

HCA Program Outcomes

HCA Graduate Competencies 

HCA Rating Scale

Projected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics to be one of the 20 fastest growing occupations in the United States, Health Information Technology (HIT) is an excellent career choice for the person who is seeking a healthcare profession that combines interest in computer science, business, management, legal procedures and healthcare research. The medical world depends on health information specialists to collect data, interpret it, protect it and to determine how it can be used. The future for health information technicians looks bright. Employment opportunities include hospitals, physician offices, insurance companies, law firms, state and federal health agencies, long term care facilities, hospice agencies, teaching institutions and consulting firms.

Is This Career Right for You?

Are you interested in coding, medical reimbursement and billing, computers, information technology or business administration? Would you like to be part of the world of medicine without providing direct patient care? Would you like the opportunity to work from home? Do you enjoy diversity? Are you well organized and detail oriented? Would you like to make a contribution to the welfare of others? If you answered "yes" to two or more of the above questions, a career in Health Information Technology could be just right for you!

General Information 

• Health Information Technology is a 2 year program leading to the Associate in Applied Science degree
• The HIT program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM)
• During the graduation semester, the student is eligible to take the national accreditation exam for Health Information Technicians
• The RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) credential is awarded to those who pass the exam.
• The HIT program is offered in a Day Option or an Evening Option.
• Those interested in HIT may attend an information session with program instructors the first Friday of each month at 1 p.m. at the Nursing/Allied Health Center, unless the date falls on a holiday. 

Click here to view the program of study

Admission Requirements:

1. Application for admission to Hinds Community College.
2. Application for Selection to the Health Information Technology Program.
3. Validation of high school graduation by official high school equivalency transcript (GED^®, HiSET^®, or TASC).
4. Official transcripts from all colleges attended, except Hinds Community College.
5. ACT composite score of 18 (If taken before October 1989 - 15).
6. Applicant must be eligible to take Intermediate Algebra (MAT 1233 or MAT 1234) and English Composition I (ENG 1113) as determined by the Hinds Community College mandatory Testing and Placement procedure.
7. Keyboarding courses from high school or college or demonstrate keyboarding proficiency.
8. All required courses taken prior to admission must be completed with a “C” or above.
9. Science courses taken prior to admission must have been completed within five years of entering the first HIT class.
10. Computer courses taken prior to admission must have been completed within five years of entering the first HIT class.

Process for Selection:

1. Preference will be given to applicants who complete the application procedure by April 1st for fall admission.
2. Individuals who have submitted all required admission documents will be considered for program admission based on a rating scale that includes: ACT composite with sub-scores, GPA on HIT program prerequisite courses, and previous military service/certificates/degrees.
3. Applicants selected into the program are required to attend a scheduled orientation session.
4. Applicants not selected for a class may reapply for subsequent classes by submitting a new Application for Selection to the Health Information Technology Program.

Prerequisites to the first Health Information Technology Course: (Effective for students entering Fall 2014 Day or Evening Option)

Day Option: Completion of the following college courses with a grade of “C” or above:

1. Human Anatomy and Physiology I with Lab (BIO 2511, BIO 2513) (Not older than 5 years from start of HIT program)

Evening Option: Completion of the following college courses with a grade of “C” or above:

1. Human Anatomy and Physiology I with Lab (BIO 2511, BIO 2513) (Not older than 5 years from start of HIT program)
2. Human Anatomy and Physiology II with Lab (BIO 2521, BIO 2523) (Not older than 5 years from start of HIT program)
3. English Composition I (ENG 1113)
4. Computer Applications I (CSC 1123) (Not older than 5 years from start of HIT program)
5. Public Speaking (SPT 1113 or Interpersonal Communications (SPT 2173)
6. General Psychology (PSY 1513)
7. Humanities/Fine Arts Elective

First Friday - Information Session

Information sessions are held at the Nursing/Allied Health Center on the first Friday of each month at 1 p.m., except holidays. These sessions will provide you with an opportunity to talk with faculty, counselors, and financial aid representatives and to tour school labs.