Course Search | Northcentral Technical College

Respiratory/Cardio Diagnostics 10515181

3.00 credits

Respiratory Therapy

Advanced invasive and noninvasive diagnostic cardiopulmonary procedures including pulmonary function, hemodynamics and rescue medicine. Emphasis is placed on promotion of evidence-based practice using established clinical practice guidelines and published research for its relevance to patient care.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/18/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 26 – May 18 Monday 09:00 AM - 12:30 PM 3005 - Respiratory Therapy Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Ben Olson	View Rates

Human Diseases For Hlth Profes 10530182

3.00 credits

Medical Records

Prepares learners to interpret clinical documentation that they will encounter in a variety of healthcare settings. Emphasis is placed on understanding the common disorders and diseases of each body system to include the etiology (cause), signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests and results, and medical treatments and surgical procedures.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – May 20 - Online	View Rates

Healthcare Revenue Management 10530159

3.00 credits

Medical Records

Prepares learners to compare and contrast health care payers, illustrate the reimbursement cycle, and to comply with regulations related to fraud and abuse. Learners assign payment classifications with entry level proficiency using computerized encoding and grouping software.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – May 20 - Online Sara Nickel	View Rates

CPT Coding 10530184

3.00 credits

Medical Records

Prepares learners to assign CPT codes, supported by medical documentation, with entry-level proficiency. Learners apply CPT instructional notations, conventions, rules and official coding guidelines when assigning CPT codes to case studies and actual medical record documentation.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – May 20 - Online Sara Nickel	View Rates

ICD Diagnosis Coding 10530197

3.00 credits

Medical Records

Prepares students to assign ICD diagnosis codes supported by medical documentation with entry level proficiency. Students apply instructional notations, conventions, rules and official coding guidelines when assigning ICD diagnosis codes to case studies and actual medical record documentation.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – May 20 - Online Sara Nickel	View Rates

ICD Procedure Coding 10530199

2.00 credits

Medical Records

Prepares students to assign ICD procedure codes supported by medical documentation with entry-level proficiency. Students apply instructional notations, conventions, rules and official coding guidelines when assigning ICD procedure codes to case studies and actual medical record documentation.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – May 20 - Online Sara Nickel	View Rates

Foundations Of HIM 10530162

3.00 credits

Medical Records

Introduces learners to the healthcare delivery system, focusing on the various types of healthcare organizations, the roles, responsibilities and interrelationships of healthcare providers and professionals, and the external forces that influence healthcare delivery. Sets an understanding for the expectations and standards related to professional ethics, confidentiality and security of health information. Differentiates the use and structure of healthcare data elements, data standards, and the relationships between them to facilitate primary and secondary record systems, and health information processing. Prepares learners to collect and maintain health data to ensure a complete and accurate health record, according to organizational policies, external regulations and standards.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – May 20 - Online	View Rates

Intermediate Coding 10530165

3.00 credits

Medical Records

Prepares students to assign ICD and CPT/HCPCS codes supported by medical documentation and official coding guidance to support appropriate reimbursement. Students will participate in CDI activities, including preparation of appropriate physician queries in accordance with compliance guidelines.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Spring	Open	01/26/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jan 26 – May 20 - Online Sara Nickel	View Rates

Respiratory Neo/Peds Care 10515180

2.00 credits

Respiratory Therapy

Provides a comprehensive orientation to the field of neonatal and pediatric respiratory care to include fetal development, birth, neonatal physiology, pulmonary dynamics, abnormal cardiopulmonary conditions, diseases, noninvasive and invasive therapeutic interventions. Emphasis is placed on promotion of evidence-based practice using established clinical practice guidelines and published research for its relevance to patient care.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/27/2026 – 05/19/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 27 – May 19 Tuesday 01:30 PM - 04:30 PM 3005 - Respiratory Therapy Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Eric Nelson	View Rates

Respiratory Disease 10515176

3.00 credits

Respiratory Therapy

Exploration of signs, symptoms, causes, progression, and treatment of diseases or disorders of the body that affect the respiratory cardiopulmonary system. Emphasis is placed on promotion of evidence-based practice using established clinical practice guidelines and published research for its relevance to patient care.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/27/2026 – 05/19/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 27 – May 19 Tuesday 09:00 AM - 12:30 PM 3005 - Respiratory Therapy Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Eric Nelson	View Rates

Respiratory Therapeutics 2 10515172

3.00 credits

Respiratory Therapy

Introduces therapeutic procedures including arterial puncture, bronchial hygiene, lung expansion therapy, and pulmonary rehabilitation. Emphasis is placed on promotion of evidence-based practice using established clinical practice guidelines and published research for its relevance to patient care.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/28/2026 – 05/20/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 28 – May 20 Wednesday 12:30 PM - 02:00 PM 3005 - Respiratory Therapy Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Ben Olson Jan 28 – May 20 Wednesday 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM 3005 - Respiratory Therapy Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Ben Olson	View Rates

Respiratory/Cardiac Physiology 10515174

3.00 credits

Respiratory Therapy

Provides the student with an in depth knowledge of the structure and function of the respiratory and circulatory systems necessary to function as a competent Respiratory Therapist. Emphasis is placed on promotion of evidence-based practice using established clinical practice guidelines and published research for its relevance to patient care.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/29/2026 – 05/21/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 29 – May 21 Thursday 09:00 AM - 12:30 PM 3005 - Respiratory Therapy Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Eric Nelson	View Rates

Respiratory Clinical 4 10515182

3.00 credits

Respiratory Therapy

Continued development of Respiratory Therapy clinical skills including respiratory therapeutics. Focuses on monitoring, analyzing and interpreting data to make appropriate modifications in patient care. Emphasis is placed on promotion of evidence-based practice using established clinical practice guidelines and published research for its relevance to patient care.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/29/2026 – 03/20/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Off Campus	Jan 29 – Mar 20 Thursday, Friday 06:00 AM - 06:00 PM Wausau Off Campus Ben Olson	View Rates

Respiratory Pharmacology 10515173

3.00 credits

Respiratory Therapy

Examines basic pharmacology principles, drug dosage, and calculations. Medications for inhalation including mucolytics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatories. Also includes cardiac drugs, anesthetic drugs, neuromuscular blockers, and antimicrobials. Emphasis is placed on promotion of evidence-based practice using established clinical practice guidelines and published research for its relevance to patient care.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	01/30/2026 – 05/22/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Jan 30 – May 22 Friday 09:00 AM - 12:30 PM 3005 - Respiratory Therapy Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Eric Nelson	View Rates

Respiratory Therapist Test Prep 10515101

1.00 credits

Respiratory Therapy

Explores strategies for preparing for respiratory therapist professional examinations including study skills, test preparation, and test taking skills. Includes a basic review of content related to the examinations.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	03/16/2026 – 05/18/2026	01/31/2026	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Mar 16 – May 18 Monday 01:30 PM - 03:30 PM 3005 - Respiratory Therapy Lab - Center for Health Sciences (CHS) Ben Olson	View Rates

Respiratory Clinical 5 10515183

3.00 credits

Respiratory Therapy

Focuses on the completion of respiratory therapy competencies and transition to employment. Emphasis is placed on promotion of evidence-based practice using established clinical practice guidelines and published research for its relevance to patient care.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Spring	Open	03/26/2026 – 05/22/2026	03/28/2026	In-Person	Wausau Off Campus	Mar 26 – May 22 Thursday, Friday 06:00 AM - 06:00 PM Wausau Off Campus Ben Olson	View Rates