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Cancer Registry Management

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Cancer Registry Undergraduate Associate of Applied Science

Degree Title

Cancer Registry Management

Division

Health Science

Degree Designation

Associate of Applied Science

Undergraduate (UG)

Undergraduate

Program Description

This program prepares students for a career in the field of Cancer Registry Management. Cancer registration is an important and fundamental tool in cancer control. A cancer registry has been defined as a system for the collection, storage, analysis, and interpretation of data on persons with cancer, within a healthcare facility or group of healthcare facilities. Certified Tumor Registrars (CTR) are data information specialists that capture a complete history, diagnosis, treatment, and health status for every cancer patient in the U.S. The data provide essential information to researchers, healthcare providers, and public health officials to better monitor and advance cancer treatments, conduct research, and improve cancer prevention and screening programs. Registrars work closely with physicians, administrators, researchers, and healthcare planners to provide support for cancer program development, ensure compliance of reporting standards, and serve as a valuable resource for cancer information with the ultimate goal of preventing and controlling cancer. Students interested in this program should attend a HIM information session and visit the HIM website at rcbc.edu/cancer-registry-management/associate-appl ied-science. The Cancer Registry Management program applies selective admission standards. Therefore admission to the college does not guarantee admission to the program. Students must take ENG-101: English Composition I, MTH-107:Introduction to Statistics, and BIO-110/111: Anatomy & Physiology I with Lab and have a cumulative GPA of 2.77 or higher BEFORE submitting an application to the program (see website - rcbc.edu/him). The application deadline for the fall semester is June 1 and the application deadline for spring is October 1. Notifications will be made on July 1 and November 1 respectively. A criminal history background check and physical exam, including immunizations, flu shot, hepatitis B shot and drug screening (when applicable) will be required prior to clinicals.

The Rowan College at Burlington County Cancer Registry Management is Accredited by the Formal Education Program Review Committee (FEPRC) of the National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA), 1330 Braddock Place, Suite 520, Alexandria, VA 22314. (703) 299-6640

Describe the process of data collection, casefinding and abstracting of data.

Demonstrate knowledge of cancer registry organization, structure, operations, and functions.

Extrapolate and analyze data for statistical purposes.

Apply knowledge of the oncology disease process to diagnostic, staging, and treatment modalities/procedures.

Demonstrate oral and written communication skills, model professional behavior and legal and ethical decision-making skills for the healthcare environment.