Auto Damage Appraisal: 60-Hour Test Prep

Have some automotive experience? Obtain the necessary knowledge needed to get your Automobile Appraisal License in this Massachusetts state-approved course. Learn to read, write, and appraise auto damage and prepare for the state certification exam. Cost includes digital access required manual.

Computer: An Introduction

An ideal beginner's class from learning computer hardware basics to exploring Windows and Microsoft Office (including Word). Learn through hands-on sessions to open, close, size and switch between windows; create, edit, format, save and print a document. Build the necessary foundation for further study in computers. Knowledge of the keyboard is necessary. Students must activate their My Northshore account prior to first class. Please email professional@northshore.edu for directions.

Advanced Floral Art

Your imagination and proven design skills will be challenged above and beyond in this advanced class. Sustainable intricate tablescapes, floral bodice and crown work, and advanced armatures will be explored. New large scale sustainable, ecofriendly techniques will be practiced. Please bring scissors, knife, ribbons cutters, and wire cutters to class. Prerequisite: Floral Design III or equivalent experience. Cost of class includes a $210 perishable fee.

Phlebotomy

Phlebotomists are a vital member of the clinical laboratory team, whose main function is to obtain patient blood specimens by venipuncture and microcollection for testing purposes. Learn to collect blood specimens from clients, become familiar with all aspects of blood collection, and the skills needed to perform venipunctures safely. Topics 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. Students who successfully complete this program are eligible to participate in an optional volunteer externship opportunity with a local company/agency/organization in order to gain valuable hands-on experience. Course prepares students to take the leading national/industry-recognized certification exam(s) essential to entry-level employment in this fast-growing field:NWCA National Certification (NWCA) Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) Exam. Course includes CPR and required textbook. Exam not included in the cost of the program. Health Care Requirements for Non-Credit Health courses: 1. Accuplacer Placement Exam: If you do not have previous college credits students are required to take the Math and Reading Assessment (Accuplacer) and meet or exceed required score. For testing information or to schedule an exam please visit the Testing Center Web Page: https://www.northshore.edu/cas/testing/index.html 2. A CORI Check. 3. Proof of immunizations, a negative TB test, a COVID-19 vaccine with a booster, or a drug screening may be required for certain healthcare classes. You will receive an email from jmccloud@northshore.edu before the first class, containing the student healthcare packet. This packet must be reviewed, electronically signed, and submitted prior to the start of class. If you have any questions, please call us at (978) 236-1200.

Social Media for Professional Success

Discover how to harness the power of social media to grow your professional network, strengthen customer relationships, and deliver the right message to the right audience. This course covers essential platform know-how—from content creation and audience targeting to proper etiquette and paid advertising strategies. You'll also learn how to leverage AI tools to enhance your brand and online presence. Platforms covered include Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), and more! Students must activate their My Northshore account prior to the first class.

Dental Assisting

Prepare for an entry-level position as a chair-side Dental Assistant. Become familiar with all areas of administrative and clinical dental assisting to work 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. Students who successfully complete this program are eligible to participate in an optional volunteer externship opportunity with a local company/agency/organization in order to gain valuable hands-on experience. Course prepares students 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 required textbook. Exam not included in the cost of the program. Prerequisite: High school diploma or equivalent.

Health Care Requirements for Non-Credit Health Courses: 1. Accuplacer Placement Exam: If you do not have previous college credits students are required to take the Math and Reading Assessment (Accuplacer) and meet or exceed required score For testing information or to schedule an exam please visit the Testing Center Web Page: https://www.northshore.edu/cas/testing/index.html 2. A CORI Check. 3. Proof of immunizations, a negative TB test, a COVID-19 vaccine with a booster, or a drug screening may be required for certain healthcare classes. You will receive an email from jmccloud@northshore.edu before the first class, containing the student healthcare packet. This packet must be reviewed, electronically signed, and submitted prior to the start of class. If you have any questions, please call us at (978) 236-1200.

Taxes for Bookkeepers & Tax Preparers:

An Introduction Looking to promote yourself within the CPA firm you work for or to sharpen your tax knowledge? CPA Kevin McAlarney will guide you through the most common individual tax forms along with reporting of taxable and tax free income, self-employed income, rental income, social security income, interest and dividend income, how to report capital gains and losses, itemized deductions, employee business expenses, deducting your vehicle for work, charitable donations, deducting IRA's, Roth IRA basic rules, filing status, claiming children, college tax credits, and how to compute depreciation deductions. Prerequisite: Bookkeeping and Accounting.

Low Advanced ESL This course is intended for students who already possess intermediate-level English skills and are ready for more advanced level noncredit classes or who wish to transition to credit classes in the future. The focus is on reinforcing and developing individual reading, writing, and oral skills as well as reviewing more advanced grammatical concepts. Textbook required. Prerequisite: ELLC 186+.