Basic English as a Second Language III-REMOTE LEARNING COURSE Learn more complex grammar structures. Practice writing short paragraphs and increase your vocabulary by reading a variety of texts. Speaking skills will be emphasized throughout the course. Textbook required: Please visit www.SHOPNSCC.com to order books. Prerequisite: See ESL chart at the beginning of the section for placement detail.

Integrated Skills for Low-Intermediate ESL Students-REMOTE LEARNING COURSE Recommended for students intending to take credit ESL classes next semester. or those looking to continue to build their skills. Concentrate on reinforcing and developing individual reading, writing, and oral skills in preparation for Intermediate ESL classes. Textbook required: Please visit www.SHOPNSCC.com to order books. Prerequisite: See ESL chart at the beginning of the section for placement detail.

Integrated Skills for High-Intermediate ESL Students-REMOTE LEARNING COURSE Focus on developing writing, reading, grammar and listening and speaking skills in preparation for more advanced ESL credit courses and to improve English skills for work. Textbook required: Please visit www.SHOPNSCC.com to order books. See ESL chart at the beginning of the section for placement detail.

Phlebotomy:Hybrid The phlebotomist is a vital member of the clinical laboratory team, whose main function is to obtain patient's blood specimens by venipuncture and micro-collection for testing purposes. Phlebotomists are employed throughout the healthcare system including in hospitals, neighborhood health centers, medical group practices, HMO's, public health facilities, veteran hospitals, insurance carriers, and in other healthcare settings. The demand for phlebotomy technicians has increased substantially with the overall complexity of healthcare services and the risks of infectious disease. Current healthcare industry experts predict a 15% increase in phlebotomy jobs by 2024. Learn to collect blood specimens from clients for the purpose of laboratory analysis, become familiar with all aspects of blood collection, and the skills needed to perform venipunctures safely. Topics in this course include medical terminology, related anatomy and physiology, blood collection procedures, and procedures for collection of other types of specimens within the scope of practice of the phlebotomist. After completing this program, learners will have the opportunity to take the leading national/industry-recognized certification exam(s) essential to entry-level employment in this fast-growing field: National Workforce Career Association (NWCA) Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT). Includes CPR and optional lab. Learners who successfully complete this program are eligible to participate in an optional volunteer externship opportunity with a local company/agency/organization whose work aligns with this area of study in order to gain valuable hands-on experience. Note: Additional documentation including health records, immunizations, drug-screening, criminal background checks, etc. may be required by the externship facility. Cost includes the required eBook. Exam not included in the cost of the program. Prerequisite: High School Diploma or GED. It is strongly recommended that students take the Accuplacer Placement Exam for advising purposes. For testing information or to schedule exam please visit: https://www.northshore.edu/cas/testing/.*Lab and clinical portion of the program is subject to change depending on the status of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aide- Hybrid Nurse Assistant training prepares you for an entry-level career in healthcare. Training includes preparation for the State Board exam to become certified, along with certifications in Home Health Aide, CPR, and CMS Hand in Hand Dementia Training. Fulfill your classroom hours remotely and your clinical* experience in a local nursing facility with Registered Nurse Instructors. Skills will be taught in our state-licensed lab* with safe social distancing and sanitation guidelines. Skills include vital signs, moving and turning patients, personal care basics, bed-making, bed, bath and feeding, record keeping and responding to emergencies. Open to students 16 years of age and older. Students must take and pass the State Board examination to become a Certified Nurse Assistant in the state of Massachusetts. The cost of the state exam is not included in the cost of tuition. Textbook and workbook required: Visit: https://www.hartmanonline.com to order textbooks. ISBN:9781604250701: ISBN: 9781604250718 . Read first four chapters in the textbook prior to the first class. Prerequisites: 1) It is strongly recommended that students take the Accuplacer Placement Exam for advising purpose. For testing information or to schedule exam please visit: https://www.northshore.edu/cas/testing/ 2) A CORI check is required. Please call 978-236-1200 to schedule. 3) Proof of immunizations and a negative TB test is required at the start of class. *Lab and clinical portion of the program is subject to change depending on the status of the Covid-19 pandemic

Bookkeeping and Accounting: Part 1- REMOTE LEARNING COURSE An introduction to bookkeeping and accounting covering the accounting cycle. Analyze and record transactions using debits, credits, and T accounts, along with posting in the journal and the ledger. Prepare trial balance, create adjustments, and produce financial statements. Calculator and ruler are required. Textbook required: Please visit www.SHOPNSCC.com to order books.Students must activate their My Northshore account prior to first class. Prerequisite: Excel Level 1 or equivalent experience.

Basic English as a Second Language IV-REMOTE LEARNING COURSE A high-beginning course that focuses on improving reading skills and building vocabulary. Students plan and write short paragraphs and continue to work on speaking and listening skills. Textbook required: Please visit www.SHOPNSCC.com to order books. Prerequisite: See ESL chart at the beginning of the section for placement detail.

Dental Assisting:Hybrid Entry-level positions in dental assisting is one of the fastest growing healthcare fields, with a growing workforce of over 300,000 strong. This program prepares you for entry-level positions as a chair-side dental assistant, familiarizing you with all areas of administrative and clinical dental assisting to function in a dental practice. Learn the history of dentistry, introduction to the dental office, the legal aspects of dentistry, introduction to oral anatomy, dental operatory, introduction to tooth structure (primary and permanent teeth), the oral cavity; and other areas. After course completion, learners will have the opportunity to take the leading national/industry-recognized certification exam(s) essential to entry-level employment in this fast-growing field: National Workforce Career Association (NWCA) Dental Assistant Clinical Certification (DACC). Includes CPR and optional lab. After successful completion of this program you are eligible to participate in an optional volunteer externship opportunity with a local company/agency/organization whose work aligns with this area of study in order to gain valuable hands-on experience. Note: Additional documentation including health records, immunizations, drug-screening, criminal background checks, etc. may be required by the externship facility. Cost includes required eBook. Exam not included in the cost of the program. Prerequisite: High School Diploma or GED. It is strongly recommended that students take the Accuplacer Placement Exam for advising purposes. For testing information or to schedule exam please visit: https://www.northshore.edu/cas/testing/. *Lab and clinical portion of the program is subject to change depending on the status of the COVID-19 pandemic.