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<div class="resultheader"><h1 class="congrats">To enter the LVN program, students must first complete prerequisites. Requirements differ slightly between the Visalia Adult School and Tulare Adult School programs. Depending on the program, prerequisites may include:</h1></div><div class="prer">\no\tMust have a High School Diploma or equivalent\no\tCompletion of a CNA certification with active certificate or a completion of a Medical Assistant program or Medical Terminology\no\tSubmit an application including referrals\no\tComplete the TEAS exam\no\tObtain a physical exam, complete required immunizations, and pass a background and drug screen</div>\n\n\n<img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown" style="width: 70px;"><div class="clearbuttonsgs" style="width: 100%;">\n<div class="passoptiongs getstarted" style="width: 45%;"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/whats-next-lvn.asp" target="_blank">GET STARTED NOW</a></div>\n<div class="passoptiongs getstarted" style="width: 45%;"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/pathwaytool/PathwayTool.html">EXPLORE ANOTHER PATHWAY</a></div></div>

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<script>jQuery( document ).ready(function() {\n jQuery(".passoption a").click(function() {\n jQuery(this).addClass("linkselected");\n });\n\n jQuery(".interested > a").click(function() {\n jQuery('#passageCERTIFIEDNURSINGASSISTANT').addClass('passageactive');\n });\n\n jQuery("a").click(function() {\n jQuery('.right').css('display','initial');\n });\n});</script><h1 class="programtitle">Certified Nursing Assistant</h1><div class="programimage"><img src="images/CNA.jpg"></div><div class="programdescription">Students completing this certificate will acquire skills, knowledge, and abilities to receive a certificate permitting practice as a Nursing Assistant. Student will learn to identify social, psychological, spiritual, and physical needs of the sick, aged, and injured, will develop a basic understandings of human anatomy and physiology, will learn to identify signs and symptoms of common diseases, and to identify complications and report and record them.Upon successful completion of this certificate, students will be prepared for employment in the following jobs: hospitals, nursing care homes, home health settings, outpatient settings, mental health facilities and senior/assisted living settings.\n</div>\n\n</div><div class="clearbuttons">\n\n<div class="passoption interested active">[[Interested? |ExitPoint1]]</div><div class="passoption interested"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/pathwaytool/PathwayTool.html">Go Back</a></div><img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown"></div>

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<div class="imagediv"><img src="images/right.png" class="arrowright imagecenter"></div><div class="resultheader">\n<h1 class="congrats">CONGRATULATIONS!</h1><h1 class="congrats">BECOME AN LVN UPON COMPLETION OF LVN PROGRAM</h1><h4 class="note">(Note: upon completion of LVN program, must sit for NCLEX-VN in order to obtain a state license and be eligible for employment.)</h4></div>\t\n<div id="nextsteps"><div class="nextstep1"><img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown"><h1>NEXT STEPS TO START YOUR PATHWAY</h1></div><div class="nextstep1"><img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown"><h1>TAKE YOUR EDUCATION TO THE NEXT LEVEL</h1></div>\n<div class="clearbuttonsgs" style="float: left;">\n<div class="passoptiongs getstarted"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/whats-next-lvn.asp" target="_blank">GET STARTED NOW</a></div>\n<div class="passoptiongs getstarted"><a href="#">EXPLORE ANOTHER PATHWAY</a></div></div><div class="clearbuttonsgs" style="float: right;">\n<div class="passoptiongs getstarted" style="padding: 10px;"><a><p class="passp">AFTER YOUR PATHWAY STUDY TO BE A:</p>[[REGISTERED NURSE|RNREQS]]</a></div></div>\n<img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown" style="clear:both;"></div>

<div class="imagediv"><img src="images/right.png" class="arrowright imagecenter"></div>\n<div class="resultheader"><h1 class="congrats">ONCE YOU COMPLETE THIS PATHWAY YOU WILL EARN A HEALTH CARE ASSOCIATES DEGREE (RN OR PTA)</h1><h4 class="note">(Note: To be eligible you must pass <a>license exam</a> in order to be eligible for employment)</h4></div>\n\n\n<<if visited("REGISTEREDNURSE")>><div class="passoptionlong"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/whats-next-rn.asp">WHAT IS THE NEXT STEP?</a></div><<endif>><<if visited("PHYSICALTHERAPISTASSISTANT")>><div class="passoptionlong"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/whats-next-physical-therapist-asst.asp">WHAT IS THE NEXT STEP?</a></div><<endif>><div class="passoptionlong"><a href="#">TRY ANOTHER PATHWAY</a></div>\n

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<div class="resultheader"><h1 class="congrats">To enter the Restorative Nursing Assistant course you must have a current CNA certification</h1></div>\n\n\n<img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown" style="width: 70px;"><div class="clearbuttonsgs" style="width: 100%;">\n<div class="passoptiongs getstarted" style="width: 45%;"><a href="#">GET STARTED NOW</a></div>\n<div class="passoptiongs getstarted" style="width: 45%;"><a href="#">EXPLORE ANOTHER PATHWAY</a></div></div>

<div class="resultheader"><h1 class="congrats">To enter the Home Health Aide course you must have a current CNA certification and have a physical clearance with proof of TB clearance not more than 9 months old.</h1></div>\n\n<img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown" style="width: 70px;"><div class="clearbuttonsgs" style="width: 100%;">\n<div class="passoptiongs getstarted" style="width: 45%;"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/whats-next-home-health-aide.asp" target="_blank">GET STARTED NOW</a></div>\n<div class="passoptiongs getstarted" style="width: 45%;"><a href="#">EXPLORE ANOTHER PATHWAY</a></div></div>

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<script>jQuery( document ).ready(function() {\n jQuery(".passoption a").click(function() {\n jQuery(this).addClass("linkselected");\n });\n\n jQuery(".interested > a").click(function() {\n jQuery('#passageLicensedVocationalNurse').addClass('passageactive');\n });\n\n jQuery("a").click(function() {\n jQuery('.right').css('display','initial');\n });\n});</script><h1 class="programtitle">Licensed Vocational Nurse</h1><div class="programdescription">This 48 week course provides both classroom theory instruction and clinical training at local medical facilities. The Vocational Nursing course integrates classroom instruction, skills\nlab practice and clinical experience to give students the necessary knowledge and skill base to pass the National Council Licensing Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN).\n\nThe program teaches student to integrate foundations of nursing care at age appropriate levels for all patients and utilize learned nursing skills as an entry-level vocational nurse\nwithin the Scope of the Vocational Nursing Practice Act. As well as make sound judgments when incorporating legal and thical principles in all direct and indirect patient care. Students will learn to address emotional, socio-economic, and cultural issues for all patients. They learn to utilize the nursing process as the guide for contributing to assessment (data collection), planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care within the vocational nursing scope of Practice and be encouraged to pursue formal and informal continuing education and be active in professional groups and organizations. The LVN program prepares students for jobs in hospitals, long term care facilities, rehabilitation facilities, mental health centers, and medical offices.</div><div class="programimage"><img src="images/LVN.jpg"></div>\n\n<div class="prerblock" style="margin-top:40px !important;"><div class="resultheader" style="padding-top: 0px;"><h1 class="congrats">To enter the LVN program, students must first complete prerequisites. Requirements differ slightly between the Visalia Adult School and Tulare Adult School programs. Depending on the program, prerequisites may include:</h1></div><div class="prer">\no\tMust have a High School Diploma or equivalent\no\tCompletion of a CNA certification with active certificate or a completion of a Medical Assistant program or Medical Terminology\no\tSubmit an application including referrals\no\tComplete the TEAS exam\no\tObtain a physical exam, complete required immunizations, and pass a background and drug screen\n</div></div>\n\n<div class="clearbuttons" style="margin-top: 20px;"><div class="passoption interested">[[Interested? |ExitPoint2]]</div><div class="passoption interested"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/pathwaytool/PathwayTool.html">Go Back</a></div><img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown"></div>

<div class="imagediv"><img src="images/right.png" class="arrowright imagecenter"></div>\n<div class="resultheader"><h1 class="congrats">ONCE YOU COMPLETE THIS PATHWAY YOU QUALIFY FOR AN ALLIED HEALTH POSITION!</h1>\n<h4 class="note">(Note: To be eligible for employment, you must pass <a>state</a> or <a>Industry licensing exam</a>)</h4></div>\n<div id="nextsteps" style="text-align:center;"><div class="nextstep1"><img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown"><h1>NEXT STEPS TO START YOUR PATHWAY</h1></div><<if visited("PHARMACYTECHNICIAN")>><div class="passoptionlong"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/whats-next-pharmacy-technician.asp">WHAT IS THE NEXT STEP?</a></div><<endif>><<if visited("PHLEBOTOMY")>><div class="passoptionlong"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/whats-next-phlebotomist.asp" target="_blank">WHAT IS THE NEXT STEP?</a></div><<endif>><<if visited("MEDICALBILLING")>><div class="passoptionlong"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/whats-next-medical-biller.asp" target="_blank">WHAT IS THE NEXT STEP?</a></div><<endif>><<if visited("EMT")>><div class="passoptionlong"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/whats-next-emt.asp" target="_blank">WHAT IS THE NEXT STEP?</a></div><<endif>><div class="passoptionlong"><a href="#">TRY ANOTHER PATHWAY</a></div>\n

<div class="imagediv"><img src="images/right.png" class="arrowright imagecenter"></div>\n<div class="resultheader"><h1 class="congrats">ONCE YOU COMPLETE THIS PATHWAY YOU QUALIFY FOR AN ALLIED HEALTH POSITION!</h1>\n<h4 class="note">(Note: To be eligible for employment, you must pass <a>state</a> or <a>Industry licensing exam</a>)</h4></div>\n<div id="nextsteps"><div class="nextstep1"><img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown"><h1>NEXT STEPS TO START YOUR PATHWAY</h1></div><div class="nextstep1"><img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown"><h1>TAKE YOUR EDUCATION TO THE NEXT LEVEL</h1></div>\n<div class="clearbuttonsgs" style="float: left;">\n<<if visited("HOMEHEALTHAIDE")>><div class="passoptiongs getstarted"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/whats-next-home-health-aide.asp" target="_blank">GET STARTED NOW</a></div><<endif>><<if visited("MEDICALASSISTANT")>><div class="passoptiongs getstarted"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/whats-next-medical-asst.asp" target="_blank">GET STARTED NOW</a></div><<endif>><<if visited("RNA")>><div class="passoptiongs getstarted"><a href="#">GET STARTED NOW</a></div><<endif>>\n<div class="passoptiongs getstarted"><a href="#">EXPLORE ANOTHER PATHWAY</a></div></div><div class="clearbuttonsgs" style="float: right;">\n<div class="passoptiongs getstarted" style="padding: 10px;"><a style="font-size: 20px;"><p class="passp">AFTER YOUR PATHWAY STUDY TO BE A:</p>[[LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE|LVNREQStwo]]</a></div></div>\n\n\n\n\n<img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown" style="clear:both;"></div>\n

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<script>jQuery( document ).ready(function() {\n jQuery(".passoptionlong a").click(function() {\n jQuery(this).parent().addClass("linkselected");\n });\n\n jQuery(".active > a").click(function() {\n jQuery('#passage1SEMESTER').addClass('passageactive');\n });\n\n jQuery("a").click(function() {\n jQuery('.right').css('display','initial');\n });\n});</script>\n<h1 class="question">Q3</h1><img src="images/arrowright.png\t" class="arrowright"><h1 class="path" style="text-transform:uppercase;">Which of the following programs below are you interested in?\n</h1><img src="images/right.png" class="arrowright right">\n\n<div class="passoptionlong active">[[CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT|CERTIFIEDNURSINGASSISTANT]]</div><div class="passoptionlong active">[[MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CLINICAL OR ADMINISTRATIVE)|MEDICALASSISTANT]]</div><div class="passoptionlong active">[[MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING|MEDICALBILLING]]</div><div class="passoptionlong active">[[PHLEBOTOMY]]</div><div class="passoptionlong active">[[PHARMACY TECHNICIAN|PHARMACYTECHNICIAN]]</div><div class="passoptionlong active">[[HOME HEALTH AIDE|HOMEHEALTHAIDE]]</div><div class="passoptionlong active">[[RESTORATIVE NURSING ASSISTANT|RNA]]</div><div class="passoptionlong active">[[EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN|EMT]]</div><img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown">\n\n\n\n

<script>jQuery( document ).ready(function() {\n jQuery(".passoptionlong a").click(function() {\n jQuery(this).parent().addClass("linkselected");\n });\n\n jQuery(".active > a").click(function() {\n jQuery('#passageMORETHAN2YEARS').addClass('passageactive');\n });\n\n jQuery("a").click(function() {\n jQuery('.right').css('display','initial');\n });\n\n jQuery(".passoptionlong > a").click(function() {\n jQuery('.yesarrow').css('display','initial');\n });\n});</script>\n<h1 class="question">Q3</h1><img src="images/arrowright.png\t" class="arrowright"><h1 class="path" style="text-transform:uppercase;">Which of the following programs below are you interested in?\n</h1><img src="images/right.png" class="arrowright right">\n\n<div class="passoptionlong active">[[PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT|PHYSICALTHERAPISTASSISTANT]]</div><div class="passoptionlong active">[[REGISTERED NURSE|REGISTEREDNURSE]]</div><img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown">

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<script>jQuery( document ).ready(function() {\n jQuery(".passoption a").click(function() {\n jQuery(this).addClass("linkselected");\n });\n\n jQuery(".interested > a").click(function() {\n jQuery('#passagePHYSICALTHERAPISTASSISTANT').addClass('passageactive');\n });\n\n jQuery("a").click(function() {\n jQuery('.right').css('display','initial');\n });\n});</script><h1 class="programtitle">Physical Therapist Assistant</h1><div class="programdescription">Students completing this degree will have a foundation for the fields of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, physics and movement science through the study of basic principles of patient management, engineering and physics for the PTA, physical agents and modalities, pathophysiology, orthopedics, neurorehabilitation for the PTA, therapeutic exercise and will acquire skills for patient care, application of modalities and physical agents, implementation of therapeutic exercise and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation under the PT plan of care and clinical education hours. Students who successfully graduate from the program are eligible  to sit for state licensure examination. Once the state board is passed,they will be able to find work as a licensed physical therapist assistant. Jobs are readily available throughout California.</div><div class="programimage"><img src="images/PTAssistant.jpg"></div>\n<div class="prerblock"><div class="resultheader" style="padding-top: 0px;"><h1 class="congrats">To enter the Physical Therapist Assistant program, students must first complete prerequisites:</h1></div><div class="prer">\no\tComplete 4 semester units of Anatomy and Physiology with a combined GPA of 2.5 or better.\no\tSubmit an application to the PTA program and be accepted into the program. \no\tObtain a current CPR Certification from the American Heart Associate, a physical exam, provide proof of current immunizations, and pass a background check and drug screen\no\tPossess a valid California Driver's License, auto insurance.\no\tBe available to work an 8 to 10 hour day and 410 hours per week at clinical sites</div></div>\n\n\n</div><div class="clearbuttons"><div class="passoption interested">[[Interested? |ExitPoint3]]</div><div class="passoption interested"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/pathwaytool/PathwayTool.html">Go Back</a></div><img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown"></div>

Are you interested in: \n\n[[CERTIFIED NURSE ASSISTANT|Options1]]\n[[MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CLINICAL OR ADMNISTRATIVE)|Medical Assistant (clinical or administrative)]]\n[[MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING|ExitPoint1]]\n[[PHLEBOTOMY|ExitPoint1]]\n[[PHARMARCY TECHNICIAN|ExitPoint1]]\n[[LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE (for LVN must have CNA or Medical Assistant Certificate, must complete pre-requisites and go through application process to enter this program)|LVN]]\n[[PT Assistant (note: students must complete pre-requisites and go through an application process to enter this program.)|ExitPoint3]]\n[[RN (note: students must complete pre-requisites and go through an application process to enter this program.)|ExitPoint3]]\n

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<div class="resultheader"><h1 class="congrats">To enter the LVN program, students must first complete prerequisites. Requirements differ slightly between the Visalia Adult School and Tulare Adult School programs. Depending on the program, prerequisites may include:</h1></div><div class="prer">\no\tMust have a High School Diploma or equivalent\no\tCompletion of a CNA certification with active certificate or a completion of a Medical Assistant program or Medical Terminology\no\tSubmit an application including referrals\no\tComplete the TEAS exam\no\tObtain a physical exam, complete required immunizations, and pass a background and drug screen</div>\n\n\n<img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown" style="width: 70px;"><div class="clearbuttonsgs" style="width: 100%;">\n<div class="passoptiongs getstarted" style="width: 45%;"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/whats-next-lvn.asp">GET STARTED NOW</a></div>\n<div class="passoptiongs getstarted" style="width: 45%;"><a>[[EXPLORE ANOTHER PATHWAY|Start]]</a></div></div>

Do you have a:\n\nCNA or Medical Assistant Certificate\n\n[[Yes, I have a CNA or Medical Assistant Certificate]]\n\n[[No, I don't have a CNA or Medical Assistant Certificate|HSD or HSE Program Path]]

<script>jQuery( document ).ready(function() {\n jQuery(".passoption a").click(function() {\n jQuery(this).addClass("linkselected");\n });\n\n jQuery(".interested > a").click(function() {\n jQuery('#passageMEDICALBILLING').addClass('passageactive');\n });\n\n jQuery("a").click(function() {\n jQuery('.right').css('display','initial');\n });\n});</script><h1 class="programtitle">Medical Billing or Coding</h1><div class="programdescription">The career of health insurance specialist is a challenging one with opportunities for professional advancement. Individuals who understand claims processing and billing regulations, possess accurate coding skills, can successfully appeal underpaid or denied insurance claims, and demonstrate workplace professionalism are in demand. Students in the Medical Insurance Billing and Coding-Physician program will study and practice the principles of the Current Procedure Terminology, the Healthcare Procedure Coding System, and International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision. The student will also study the principles and practice of insurance and reimbursement processing, including the assignment of reporting of codes for diagnosis and procedure/services for the physician. In addition, the studnet will also use Medical Office Simulation Software to demonstrate the fundamentals and practice of physician billing.</div><div class="programimage"><img src="images/MedicalBilling_Coding.jpg"></div>\n<div class="clearbuttons">\n\n<div class="passoption interested">[[Interested? |ExitPoint1s]]</div><div class="passoption interested"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/pathwaytool/PathwayTool.html">Go Back</a></div><img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown"></div>

<div class="resultheader"><h1 class="congrats">To enter the RN program, students must first complete prerequisites:</h1></div><div class="prer">\no\tComplete mandatory pre-requisite courses with a C or better.\no\tIt is recommended that additional graduation requirement courses also be completed prior to entry into RN program\no\tSubmit an application to the RN program and be accepted in the program.\no\tObtain an American Heart Association Health Care Provider CPR card, possess a valid California Driver's License and Auto Insurance and obtain a health clearance including immunizations and a physical exam. \nNote, these requirements vary slightly for those with an LVN License</div>\n\n\n<img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown" style="width: 70px;"><div class="clearbuttonsgs" style="width: 100%;">\n<div class="passoptiongs getstarted" style="width: 45%;"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/whats-next-rn.asp" target="_blank">GET STARTED NOW</a></div>\n<div class="passoptiongs getstarted" style="width: 45%;"><a href="#">EXPLORE ANOTHER PATHWAY</a></div></div>

<script>jQuery( document ).ready(function() {\n jQuery(".passoption a").click(function() {\n jQuery(this).addClass("linkselected");\n });\n\n jQuery(".interested > a").click(function() {\n jQuery('#passageHOMEHEALTHAIDE').addClass('passageactive');\n });\n\n jQuery("a").click(function() {\n jQuery('.right').css('display','initial');\n });\n});</script><h1 class="programtitle">Home Health Aide</h1><div class="programdescription">This course covers introdution to home health aide agencies, interpretation of medical and social needs of clients, personal care services nutrition, and cleaning and care tasks in the home. This is a 40-hour, 26 CEU course for current CNA's.</div><div class="programimage"><img src="images/HomeHealthAide.jpg"></div>\n<div class="prerblock" style="margin-top:50px !important;"><div class="resultheader" style="padding-top: 0px;"><h1 class="congrats">To enter the Home Health Aide course you must have a current CNA certification and have a physical clearance with proof of TB clearance not more than 9 months old. </h1></div></div>\n\n<div class="clearbuttons"><div class="passoption interested">[[Interested? |ExitPoint1h]]</div><div class="passoption interested"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/pathwaytool/PathwayTool.html">Go Back</a></div><img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown"></div>\n\n

<script>jQuery( document ).ready(function() {\n jQuery(".passoption a").click(function() {\n jQuery(this).addClass("linkselected");\n });\n\n jQuery(".interested > a").click(function() {\n jQuery('#passageEMT').addClass('passageactive');\n });\n\n jQuery("a").click(function() {\n jQuery('.right').css('display','initial');\n });\n});</script><h1 class="programtitle">Emergency Medical Technician</h1><div class="programdescription">EMTs are clinicians, trained to respond quickly to emergency situations regarding medical issues, traumatic injuries and accident scenes. Students completing this certificate will acquire skills in recognition of symptoms of illness and/or injury and proper procedures for emergency care. State certification and national testing fees will apply. Upon successful completion of this certificate, students will be prepared for employment entry level positions with ambulance companies and in hospital emergency rooms. Opportunities for full or part time employment in emergency medical services are available to qualified applicants.\n\n\n</div><div class="programimage"><img src="images/EMT.jpg"></div><div class="clearbuttons">\n<div class="passoption interested">[[Interested? |ExitPoint1s]]</div><div class="passoption interested"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/whats-next-emt.asp">Go Back</a></div><img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown"></div>\n

<div class="resultheader"><h1 class="congrats">To enter the Physical Therapist Assistant program, students must first complete prerequisites:</h1></div><div class="prer">\no\tComplete 4 semester units of Anatomy and Physiology with a combined GPA of 2.5 or better.\no\tSubmit an application to the PTA program and be accepted into the program. \no\tObtain a current CPR Certification from the American Heart Associate, a physical exam, provide proof of current immunizations, and pass a background check and drug screen\no\tPossess a valid California Driver's License, auto insurance.\no\tBe available to work an 8 to 10 hour day and 410 hours per week at clinical sites</div>\n\n\n<img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown" style="width: 70px;"><div class="clearbuttonsgs" style="width: 100%;">\n<div class="passoptiongs getstarted" style="width: 45%;"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/whats-next-physical-therapist-asst.asp" target="_blank">GET STARTED NOW</a></div>\n<div class="passoptiongs getstarted" style="width: 45%;"><a href="#">EXPLORE ANOTHER PATHWAY</a></div></div>\n

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<script>jQuery( document ).ready(function() {\n jQuery(".passoption a").click(function() {\n jQuery(this).addClass("linkselected");\n });\n\n jQuery(".interested > a").click(function() {\n jQuery('#passagePHLEBOTOMY').addClass('passageactive');\n });\n\n jQuery("a").click(function() {\n jQuery('.right').css('display','initial');\n });\n});</script><h1 class="programtitle">Phlebotomy</h1><div class="programdescription">A phlebotomist obtains blood samples for laboratory testing by means of venipuncture and capillary puncture. In addition to phlebotomy, the course work includes all educational components required by the State of California for entry level and experienced phlebotomists and will prepare the student for the national exam required for state certification. Students completing this program will be eligible for jobs in hospitals, medical offices, medical diagnostic labs, and blood donation centers.</div><div class="programimage"><img src="images/Phlebotomy.jpg"></div>\n\n<div class="clearbuttons">\n<div class="passoption interested">[[Interested? |ExitPoint1s]]</div><div class="passoption interested"><a href="http://sequoiasadulted.com/pathways/pathwaytool/PathwayTool.html">Go Back</a></div><img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown"></div>

<script>jQuery( document ).ready(function() {\n jQuery(".passoptionlong a").click(function() {\n jQuery(this).parent().addClass("linkselected");\n });\n\n jQuery(".active > a").click(function() {\n jQuery('#passage2YEARS').addClass('passageactive');\n });\n\n jQuery("a").click(function() {\n jQuery('.right').css('display','initial');\n });\n});</script>\n<h1 class="question">Q3</h1><img src="images/arrowright.png\t" class="arrowright"><h1 class="path" style="text-transform:uppercase;">Which of the following programs below are you interested in?\n</h1><img src="images/right.png" class="arrowright right">\n\n<div class="passoptionlong active">[[LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE (LVN)|LicensedVocationalNurse]]</div><img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown">\n

<script>jQuery( document ).ready(function() {\n jQuery(".passoption > a").click(function() {\n jQuery(this).addClass("linkselected");\n });\n\n jQuery(".passoption > a").click(function() {\n jQuery('#passagefirst').addClass('passageactive');\n });\n\n jQuery(".passoption a").click(function() {\n jQuery('.right').css('display','initial');\n });\n\n jQuery(".passoption > a").click(function() {\n jQuery('.yesarrow').css('display','initial');\n });\n\t});</script>\n<h1 class="question">Q1</h1><img src="images/arrowright.png" class="arrowright"><h1 class="path">DO YOU HAVE A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENT?</h1><img src="images/right.png" class="arrowright right">\n\n<div class="passoption">[[YES|HowLong]]</div><div class="passoption"><a class="b" href="#">No</a></div><img src="images/arrowdown.png" class="arrowdown" style="margin-top: 30px;">