Allied Health
- Culinary Arts Associate of Applied Science
- Early Childhood Development Associate of Applied Science
- Occupational Therapy Assistant Associate of Applied Science
- Respiratory Therapy Associate of Applied Science
- Baking and Pastry Technical Certificate
- Cosmetology Technical Certificate
- Cosmetology Instructor Technical Certificate
- Culinary Arts Technical Certificate
- Dental Assisting Technical Certificate
- Early Childhood Development Technical Certificate
- Medical Transcription Technical Certificate
- Practical Nursing Traditional Tract Technical Certificate
- Practical Nursing Nontraditional Tract Technical Certificate
- Early Childhood Development Certificate of Proficiency (CDA)
The Culinary Arts Program provides an intensive course of study that prepares students for professional entry into the food service industry. It integrates classical and modern culinary techniques with strong kitchen management skills. Students will master preparation of breads, pastries, desserts, appetizers, soups, sauces, garde manger, charcuterie and entrees. They learn to identify, fabricate and portion meats, poultry and seafood. They learn essential skills such as appropriate sanitation, hygiene and safety procedures, cost control management and styles of table service. The A.A.S. degree consists of 69 credit hours of core courses with 3 hours of electives, for a total of 72 credit hours. A minimum of 15 credit hours will comprise the core of general education.
Culinary Arts
Associate of Applied Science
| First Semester | Credit Hours |
| CUL 1301 Applied Foodservice Sanitation | 3 |
| CUL 1302 Food Production I | 3 |
| HOS 1301 Introduction to Hospitality | 3 |
| BAK 1301 Baking I | 3 |
| Required General Education Courses: | |
| CIS 1103 Computer Concepts | 3 |
| MATH 1301 College Business Mathematics or | |
| MATH 1302 College Algebra | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 18 |
| Second Semester | |
| CUL 1303 Food Production II | 3 |
| CUL 1304 Stocks, Sauces and Soups | 3 |
| CUL 1305 Garde Manager | 3 |
| HOS 1302 Product ID and Quantity Food Purchasing | 3 |
| SPAN 1300 Spanish for the Workplace I | 3 |
| Required General Education Courses: | |
| ENGL 1311 English Compostion I | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 18 |
| Third Semester | |
| CUL 2302 Food Production III | 3 |
| CUL 2303 Meat and Seafood | 3 |
| CUL 2304 Banquets and Catering | 3 |
| HOS 2301 Menu Design and Strategy | 3 |
| HOS 2302 The Restaurant Industry | 3 |
| Required General Education Courses: | |
| ENGL 1312 English Composition II | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 18 |
| Fourth Semester | |
| CUL 2305 Food Production IV | 3 |
| CUL 2306 American Regional Cuisine | 3 |
| CUL 2307 Healthy Foods/Nutrition | 3 |
| Required General Education Courses: | |
| Approved Social Science Elective | 3 |
| Students may choose one of the following approved courses to fulfill the social science requirement: | |
| ANTH 2310 Cultural Anthropology | |
| ECON 2310 Principles of Economics I | |
| ECON 2320 Principles of Economics II | |
| GEOG 2310 Cultural Geography | |
| SOCI 2300 Introduction to Sociology | |
| Approved Culinary Electives | 6 |
| Total credit hours | 18 |
| TOTAL | 72 |
| Culinary Electives: | |
| CUL 2308 Breakfast Cookery | |
| CUL 2309 Culinary Competitions | |
| CUL 2310 International Cuisine | |
| BAK 1302 Basic Pastry Techniques | |
| BAK 1303 Cakes & Cake Decoration | |
| BAK 1304 Baking II | |
| BAK 1305 Candies & Chocolates | |
| BAK 1306 Artisan Breads, Yeast Breads, Flatbreads, Crackers & Rolls | |
| BAK 1307 Centerpiece Cake Production | |
| HOS 2303 Wine Studies | |
| HOS 2304 Dining Room Operations | |
| HOS 2305 Professional Food Writing | |
| HOS 2306 Practicum |
Training and education for individuals who work in childcare facilities as managers and caregivers is important to the quality of childcare in the region. The Associate of Applied Science, with options in Early Childhood Education and Program Administration, and the two-semester technical certificate in Early Childhood Development provide advanced courses in management, curriculum development and child behavior. The one-semester Certificate of Proficiency allows a student to meet the requirements for the Child Development Associate Assessment. All early childhood development courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better to apply toward graduation.
Early Childhood Development
Associate of Applied Science
Option: Early Childhood Education
This option is for early childhood caregivers and paraprofessionals who wish to improve their skills and credentials. Early childhood curriculum is the focus. This option is also appropriate for supervisors, curriculum coordinators and for CDA renewal.
| First Semester | Credit Hours |
| ECD 1003 Foundations of Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECD 1103 Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| ECD 1203 Environments for Young Children | 3 |
| ECD 1303 Practicum I | 3 |
| ENGL 1311 English Composition I | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 15 |
| Second Semester | |
| ECD 2003 Child Behavior and Guidance | 3 |
| ECD 2103 Preschool Curriculum or | |
| ECD 2403 Infant/Toddler Curriculum | 3 |
| ECD 2503 Health, Safety, and Nutrition for the Young Child | 3 |
| ECD 2303 Practicum II | 3 |
| MATH 1301 College Business Mathematics | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 15 |
| Third Semester | |
| ECD 2703 Language Arts | 3 |
| ECD 2803 Special Needs | 3 |
| ENGL 1312 English Composition II | 3 |
| PSYC 2300 Psychology and the Human Experience | 3 |
| HLSC 1300 Concepts of Lifetime Health and Wellness or | |
| MUSC 2300 Introduction to Music or | |
| ARTS 2300 Introduction to Visual Arts | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 15 |
| Fourth Semester | |
| ECD 2903 Trends in Curriculum | 3 |
| EDUC 1301 Introduction to K-12 Educational Technology | 3 |
| SOCI 2300 Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| SPCH 1300 Speech Communication | 3 |
| ANTH 2310 Cultural Anthropology or | |
| PSYC 2320 Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 15 |
| TOTAL | 60 |
Option: Program Administration
This option is for early childhood development program administrators who wish to improve their skills and credentials. This option focuses on the management aspects of early childhood program administration, including human resources and small business management.
| First Semester | Credit Hours |
| ECD 1003 Foundations of Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECD 1103 Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| ECD 1203 Environments for Young Children | 3 |
| ECD 1303 Practicum I | 3 |
| ENGL 1311 English Composition I | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 15 |
| Second Semester | |
| ECD 2003 Child Behavior and Guidance | 3 |
| ECD 2103 Preschool Curriculum or | |
| ECD 2403 Infant/Toddler Curriculum | 3 |
| ECD 2503 Health, Safety, and Nutrition for the Young Child | 3 |
| ECD 2303 Practicum II | 3 |
| MATH 1301 College Business Mathematics | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 15 |
| Third Semester | |
| ECD 2203 Program Administration | 3 |
| ENGL 1312 English Composition II | 3 |
| SPCH 1300 Speech Communication | 3 |
| BUS 2603 Introduction to Business or | |
| BUS 1123 Accounting Fundamentals | 3 |
| SOCI 2300 Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 15 |
| Fourth Semester | |
| ECD 2603 Seminars for Administrators | 3 |
| EDUC 1301 Introduction to K-12 Educational Technology | 3 |
| BUS 2623 Human Resources Management | 3 |
| PSYC 2300 Psychology and the Human Experience | 3 |
| BUS 2613 Small Business Management | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 15 |
| TOTAL | 60 |
Associate of Applied Science
The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program is offered through a partnership between Baptist Health Schools Little Rock and Pulaski Technical College. The majority of the courses for this program are offered on the Baptist Health Colonel Glenn and Barrow campuses in Little Rock. The OTA program offers students an Associate of Applied Science degree, which is designed to prepare the student in the theory and application skills required for a career as an occupational therapy assistant. In addition to theory and laboratory instruction, the student receives clinical experience instruction. The AAS degree program combines general education courses with technical skills courses to prepare a graduate to serve in expanded roles required for allied health workers. Application to the program is through Baptist Health Schools Little Rock. Please contact Baptist Health Schools at (501) 202-6200 or (501) 202-7423 for more information on application procedures.
The Baptist Health School of Occupational Therapy Assistant has applied for accreditation and has been granted Developing Program Status by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), located at 4720 Montgomery Lane, P.O. Box 31220, Bethesda, MD. 20824-1220, (301) 652-AOTA.
| Prerequisites | Credit Hours |
| ENGL 1311 English Composition I | 3 |
| MATH 1302 College Algebra | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 6 |
| First Semester | |
| ENGL 1312 English Composition II | 3 |
| BIOL 1402 Human Anatomy & Physiology I | 4 |
| PSYC 2300 Psychology & the Human Experience | 3 |
| BOTA 1114 Fundamentals of OTA I | 4 |
| BOTA 1113 Medical Terminology for OTA | 3 |
| BOTA 1111 Level I Fieldwork I | 1 |
| Total credit hours | 18 |
| Second Semester | |
| BIOL 1403 Human Anatomy & Physiology II | 4 |
| BOTA 1233 Disease Processes for OTA | 3 |
| BOTA 1212 Functional Anatomy for OTA | 2 |
| BOTA 1213 Human Development | 3 |
| BOTA 1224 Fundamentals of OTA II | 4 |
| BOTA 1211 Level I Fieldwork II | 1 |
| Total credit hours | 17 |
| Summer Term | |
| SPCH 1300 Speech Communications | 3 |
| CIS 1103 Computer Concepts | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 6 |
| Third Semester | |
| BOTA 2334 Fundamentals of OTA III | 4 |
| BOTA 2343 Professional Development | 3 |
| HLSC 1300 Concepts of Lifetime Health & Wellness | 3 |
| SOCI 2300 Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| BOTA 2311 Level I Fieldwork III | 1 |
| BHSP 0001 Spiritual Perspectives | 1 |
| Total credit hours | 15 |
| Fourth Semester | |
| BOTA 2416 Level II Fieldwork I | 6 |
| BOTA 2426 Level II Fieldwork II | 6 |
| Total credit hours | 12 |
| TOTAL | 74 |
Associate of Applied Science
The Respiratory Therapy program offers the student an Associate of Applied Science degree, which is designed to prepare the student in the theory, skills and attitudes required for a career as a respiratory therapist at the registered level. In addition to theory and laboratory instruction, the student receives instruction in the clinical hospital setting. The Associate of Applied Science degree program combines the general education courses with the skills courses to prepare a graduate to serve in expanded roles required for allied health workers. The program is accredited through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) of the American Medical Association. Contact the Allied Health and Human Services Division secretary for application and admission requirements.
| First Semester | Credit Hours |
| ENGL 1311 English Composition I | 3 |
| MATH 1302 College Algebra or approved mathematics course | 3 |
| SPCH 1300 Speech Communication | 3 |
| CIS 1103 Computer Concepts | 3 |
| BIOL 2401 Microbiology | 4 |
| Total credit hours | 16 |
| Second Semester | |
| ENGL 1312 English Composition II | 3 |
| PHYS 1402 College Physics I or approved lab science course | 4 |
| CHEM 1405 General Chemistry | 4 |
| PSYC 2300 Psychology and the Human Experience or | |
| SOCI 2300 Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 14 |
| Third Semester (Summer I Eight-Week Extended) | |
| RES 1105 Basic Sciences | 5 |
| RES 1205 Non-Critical Care | 5 |
| Total credit hours | 10 |
| Fourth Semester | |
| RES 1309 Clinical Practicum I | 9 |
| RES 1403 Mechanical Ventilation I | 3 |
| RES 1503 Anatomy and Physiology | 9 |
| RES 1603 Critical Care | 2 |
| RES 1801 Internal Medicine I | 1 |
| Total credit hours | 19 |
| Fifth Semester | |
| RES 2103 Mechanical Ventilation II | 3 |
| RES 2203 Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care | 3 |
| RES 2309 Clinical Practicum II | 9 |
| RES 2403 Cardiopulminary Diagnostic Testing | 3 |
| RES 2502 Internal Medicine II | 2 |
| Total credit hours | 20 |
| TOTAL | 79 |
Graduation Requirements: (Advanced Respiratory Therapy Program)
1. Successful completion of all Respiratory Therapy program course works with a minimum GPA of 2.00 in each required course.
2. Successful completion of a secured NBRC, SAE, RRT Written examination.
3. Proof of application for the NBRC Entry-Level Examination. Baking and Pastry
Technical Certificate
This two-Semester program provides knowledge and laboratory experiences that prepare the student to enter the baking profession as an entry-level worker. Graduates may become employed with bakeries, hospitals, hotels or other food service locations.
| First Semester | Credit Hours |
| CUL 1301 Applied Foodservice Sanitation | 3 |
| BAK 1301 Baking I | 3 |
| BAK 1302 Basic Pastry Techniques | 3 |
| BAK 1303 Cakes and Cake Decoration | 3 |
| MATH 1301 College Business and Mathematics or | |
| MATH 1302 College Algebra | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 15 |
| Second Semester | |
| BAK 1304 Baking II | 3 |
| BAK 1305 Candies and Chocolates | 3 |
| BAK 1306 Artisan Breads, Yeast Breads, Flatbreads, Crackers and Rolls | 3 |
| BAK 1307 Centerpiece Cake Production | 3 |
| ENGL 1311 English Composition I | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 15 |
| TOTAL | 30 |
Technical Certificate
This three-Semester program is designed to provide cosmetology education to meet the requirements of government agencies and the skills standards set for entry-level cosmetologists and nail technicians. This course of study instructs students in the basic services, theories and principles of cosmetology arts and sciences.
| First Semester | Credit Hours |
| COSM 1500 Hygiene and Sanitation | 5 |
| COSM 1501 Cosmetic Therapy | 5 |
| COSM 1502 Hairdressing | 5 |
| COSM 1200 Applied Math I for Cosmetology | 2 |
| COSM 1203 Cosmetology Communications I | 2 |
| Total credit hours | 19 |
| Second Semester | |
| COSM 1303 Salon Deportment | 3 |
| COSM 1504 Salon Management | 5 |
| COSM 1505 Manicuring | 5 |
| COM 2200 Applied Math II for Cosmetology | 2 |
| COM 2203 Cosmetology Communications II | 2 |
| Total credit hours | 17 |
| Third Semester | |
| COSM 2500 Pedicuring | 5 |
| COSM 2501 Nail Theory | 5 |
| COSM 2502 Advanced Nail Theory | 5 |
| Total credit hours | 15 |
| TOTAL | 51 |
Technical Certificate
The Technical Certificate in Cosmetology Instructor is a program that allows licensed cosmetologists the opportunity to achieve the competencies needed to meet the Arkansas State Board of Cosmetology’s requirements for Cosmetology Instructor. The program allows for the completion of the 600 clock hours of training and instruction required to be eligible for the Arkansas State Board of Cosmetology’s licensing examination for Cosmetology Instructor. Additionally, the program requires a demonstration of competency in communication and mathematics.
| First Semester | Credit Hours |
| COSM 1200 Applied Math I for Cosmetology | 2 |
| COSM 1203 Cosmetology Communications I | 2 |
| COSM 2503 Preparation Training | 5 |
| COSM 2504 Conducting Theory Class | 5 |
| Total credit hours | 14 |
| Second Semester | |
| COSM 2200 Applied Math II for Cosmetology | 2 |
| COSM 2203 Cosmetology Communications II | 2 |
| COSM 2505 Conducting Practical Class | 5 |
| COSM 2506 Record Keeping State Board Preparation | 5 |
| Total credit hours | 14 |
| TOTAL | 28 |
Technical Certificate
This two-Semester program provides knowledge and laboratory experience that prepare students to enter the foodservice profession. Graduates may become employed with restaurants, hotels, hospitals or other food-service locations.
| First Semester | Credit Hours |
| CUL 1301 Applied Foodservice Sanitation | 3 |
| CUL 1302 Food Production I | 3 |
| HOS 1301 Introduction to Hospitality | 3 |
| BAK 1301 Baking I | 3 |
| MATH 1301 College Business Mathematics or | |
| MATH 1302 College Algebra | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 15 |
| Second Semester | |
| CUL 1304 Stocks, Sauces and Soups | 3 |
| CUL 1305 Garde Manger | 3 |
| CUL 2303 Meat and Seafood | 3 |
| CUL 2304 Banquets and Catering | 3 |
| ENGL 1311 English Composition I | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 15 |
| TOTAL | 30 |
Technical Certificate
This two-Semester program is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills for all areas of the modern dental office, dental operatory, laboratory and business office. Upon successful program completion, students are eligible to sit for the Dental Assisting National Board for certification and apply for registration with the Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners. The program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association. Contact the Allied Health and Human Services Division for admission requirements.
| First Semester | Credit Hours |
| DEN 1103 Dental Science | 3 |
| DEN 1203 Biomedical Science | 3 |
| DEN 1303 Clinical Science I | 3 |
| DEN 1404 Chairside Assisting I | 4 |
| DEN 1504 Dental Materials I | 4 |
| DEN 1603 Dental Radiography I | 3 |
| DEN 1702 Preventive Dentistry | 2 |
| SPCH 1300 Speech Communication | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 25 |
| Second Semester | |
| DEN 2101 Dental Materials II | 1 |
| DEN 2201 Dental Radiography II | 1 |
| DEN 2303 Chairside Assisting II | 3 |
| DEN 2405 Clinical Science II | 5 |
| DEN 2508 Clinical Practice & Seminars | 8 |
| Total credit hours | 18 |
| TOTAL | 43 |
Technical Certificate
| First Semester | Credit Hours |
| ECD 1003 Foundations of Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECD 1103 Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| ECD 1203 Environments for Young Children | 3 |
| ECD 1303 Practicum I | 3 |
| English/Speech Communication or | |
| Social Sciences Approved Elective | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 15 |
| Second Semester | |
| ECD 2003 Child Behavior and Guidance | 3 |
| ECD 2103 Preschool Curriculum or | |
| ECD 2403 Infant/Toddler Curriculum | 3 |
| ECD 2503 Health, Safety, and Nutrition for the Young Child | 3 |
| ECD 2303 Practicum II | 3 |
| Mathematics Approved Elective | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 15 |
| TOTAL | 30 |
Technical Certificate
Physicians and hospitals are required to provide accurate records for the insurance industry and the legal community. This three-Semester certificate program is designed to provide education in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, medical office practices and introductory medical coding. Many graduates start home businesses or seek employment with hospitals and clinics.
| First Semester | Credit Hours |
| MET 1103 Medical Terminology I | 3 |
| MET 1513 Writing for Health Professions | 3 |
| BUS 1243 Business Communications | 3 |
| BUS 1503 Introduction to Word Processing/WordPerfect or | |
| BUS 1513 Introduction to Word Processing/Microsoft Word® | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 12 |
| Second Semester | |
| MET 1203 Medical Transcription I | 3 |
| MET 1213 Introduction to Human Anatomy | 3 |
| MET 1303 Medical Terminology II | 3 |
| MATH 1301 College Business Mathematics or | |
| MTH 1103 Technical Mathematics I | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 12 |
| Third Semester | |
| MET 1403 Medical Transcription II | 3 |
| MET 1413 Disease Processes | 3 |
| BUS 1801 Job Seeking Techniques | 1 |
| BUS/MET Approved Electives* | 6 |
| Total credit hours | 13 |
| TOTAL | 37 |
| *Approved Electives | |
| MET 1503 Medical Office Practices | |
| MET 1613 CPT Procedural Coding I | |
| MET 2303 Diagnosis Coding | |
| BUS 1703 Machine Transcription |
Technical Certificate
The Practical Nursing program combines theory instruction with clinical experiences. The program, which is two Semesters and one summer term, is accredited by the Arkansas Board of Nursing. Upon completion, the student may apply for eligibility to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX).
| First Semester | Credit Hours |
| LPN 1101 Vocational, Legal, and Ethical Concepts | 1 |
| LPN 1112 Basic Nursing Principles and Skills I | 12 |
| LPN 1102 Basic Nursing Principles and Skills II | 2 |
| LPN 1304 Body Structure and Function | 4 |
| LPN 1204 Pharmacology | 4 |
| LPN 1501 Nursing of the Geriatric Client I | 1 |
| LPN 1601 Nursing of the Geriatric Client II | 1 |
| LPN 1402 Nursing of Children I | 2 |
| LPN 1802 Nursing of Mothers and Infants I | 2 |
| Total credit hours | 29 |
| Second Semester | |
| LPN 1401 Nursing of Children II | 1 |
| LPN 1800 Nursing of Mothers and Infants II | 1 |
| LPN 1702 Nutrition in Health and Illness | 2 |
| LPN 1608 Nursing of Adults I | 8 |
| LPN 1708 Nursing of Adults II | 8 |
| LPN 1901 Mental Health Nursing I | 1 |
| LPN 2000 Mental Health Nursing II | 1 |
| Total credit hours | 22 |
| Third Semester | |
| LPN 2102 Nursing Process/Course Review | 2 |
| LPN 1704 Nursing of Adults III | 4 |
| Total credit hours | 6 |
| TOTAL | 57 |
Technical Certificate
The Practical Nursing program combines theory instruction with clinical experiences. The program, which is four Semesters and two summer terms, is accredited by the Arkansas Board of Nursing. Upon completion, the student may apply for eligibility to take the National Council Licensure Examination(NCLEX).
| Nontraditional tract prerequisites include: | |
| BIOL 1402 Human Anatomy and Physiology I with Lab | |
| BIOL 1403 Human Anatomy and Physiology II with Lab | |
| HLSC 2300 Nutrition | |
| First Semester | Credit Hours |
| LPN 1101 Vocational, Legal, and Ethical Concepts | 1 |
| LPN 1112 Basic Nursing Principles and Skills I | 12 |
| LPN 1501 Nursing of the Geriatric Client I | 1 |
| Total credit hours | 14 |
| Second Semester | |
| LPN 1102 Basic Nursing Principles and Skills II | 2 |
| LPN 1601 Nursing of the Geriatric Client II | 1 |
| LPN 1204 Pharmacology | 4 |
| LPN 1802 Nursing of Mothers and Infants I | 2 |
| LPN 1800 Nursing of Mothers and Infants II | 1 |
| LPN 1901 Mental Health Nursing I | 1 |
| Total credit hours | 11 |
| Third Semester | |
| LPN 2000 Mental Health Nursing II | 1 |
| LPN 1402 Nursing of Children I | 2 |
| LPN 1401 Nursing of Children II | 1 |
| Total credit hours | 4 |
| Fourth Semester | |
| LPN 1608 Nursing of Adults I | 8 |
| LPN 1704 Nursing of Adults II | 4 |
| Total credit hours | 12 |
| Fifth Semester | |
| LPN 1808 Nursing of Adults III | 8 |
| Total credit hours | 8 |
| Sixth Semester | |
| LPN 2102 Nursing Process/Course Review | 2 |
| Total credit hours | 2 |
| TOTAL | 51 |
Certificate of Proficiency (CDA)
| ECD 1003 Foundations of Early Childhood Education | 3 |
| ECD 1103 Child Growth and Development | 3 |
| ECD 1203 Environments for Young Children | 3 |
| ECD 1303 Practicum I | 3 |
| Total credit hours | 12 |
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