Recovery Coach Training Part II-Days 1&2: Addiction Education -REMOTE LEARNING COURSE For individuals interested in learning more about addiction this course provides a thorough overview of addiction science, the various substances of misuse and their effects, and how addiction impacts mental health, physical health, and overall wellness. Stages of change as relates to recovery are examined, along with Motivational Interviewing, an evidence-based method used to help people get 'unstuck' from problem behaviors. Also included are case examples to illustrate how culture plays a role in helping relationships, and how best to remain sensitive to individual differences. Fulfills the 14 hours of required training on Addiction 101, Mental Health, Motivational Interviewing, and Cultural Competency for those pursuing certification as a Massachusetts Addiction Recovery Coach. Course materials are included in the cost of the class.

Dental Assisting:Hybrid Entry-level positions in dental assisting is one of the fastest growing healthcare fields. With a growing workforce over 300,000 strong, a career in dental assisting ranks as the fourth fastest growing occupation in the healthcare technician field. 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). Optional lab time* is available. 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 textbook. 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. You must call (978) 236-1200 to register for this course. 

Professional Rescuer CPR As a public safety professional or healthcare provider, it is your duty to respond to cardiac or breathing emergencies until more advanced medical personnel can take over. Utilizing the most current guidelines, you will be taught basic life support skills for all ages of patients (infant, child, and adult) including rescue breathing, foreign body airway obstruction, 2-person CPR and AED use. Successful completion of all skill stations and the final exam earns a certificate from the American Heart Association for Professional Rescuer CPR, valid for Tue, Wedo years. Attendance for the entire course is required for successful completion. Cost includes a digital Ebook. Note: This course is the American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS). Meets the CPR requirement for accepted Health Professions students at NSCC.

New! Legal Interpreting for Depositions, Due Process Hearings and Unemployment Hearings: Remote Learning Course Trained legal interpreters are in demand throughout Massachusetts and nationwide in law offices, schools, state agencies and contracting agencies. Open to all language interpreters who would like to expand their interpreting skills in a legal setting. Course covers the most in-demand types of hearings, such as Due Process Hearings, Unemployment Hearings, and Depositions. Learn legal terminology and procedural protocols needed to interpret for these various types of hearings. In addition, you will have the opportunity for intense practice through mock hearings. These mock hearings will give you the experience and comfort-level needed to apply for work in the field. Prerequisite: Students must provide a certificate of completion for a minimum of 40 hours of interpreter training or a letter from your employer confirming a minimum of 3 years experience as a working interpreter in any setting. High school diploma or equivalent required and must be fluent in English and one other language. Screening required, call 978-236-1200 to request a screening appointment after registration.  You must call (978) 236-1200 to register for this course. 

QuickBooks: Level 1-REMOTE LEARNING COURSE FREE QUICKBOOKS SOFTue, WedARE AVAILABLE FOR UP TO 6 MONTHS WITH REGISTRATION! An introduction to the current version of QuickBooks for Windows. Topics include chart of accounts, list of vendors, items, customers, cash sales, invoicing, payments, deposits, bank reconciliation, bill payments, and creating reports and graphs. Knowledge of computers and Windows required. Flash drive required. Textbook required: Please visit www.SHOPNSCC.com to order books.. Prerequisite: Bookkeeping and Accounting: Part 1 or equivalent experience. Students must activate their My Northshore account and download QuickBooks SofTue, Wedare prior to first class.

SHRM Essentials of Human Resources Management - REMOTE LEARNING COURSE Knowledge of HR essentials can make you a better manager, protect your company from needless litigation, and help advance your career. In cooperation with the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM), this course covers real-life HR issues including employment law, selecting qualified employees, compensation, the employee performance process, and much more. Earn a Certificate of Completion from SHRM and earn 1.5 CEUs. Cost of class includes required textbook.

Excel for the Workplace: Level 2- REMOTE LEARNING COURSE FREE MICROSOFT OFFICE SOFTue, WedARE AVAILABLE WITH REGISTRATION! Expand your Excel knowledge. Topics include tables, templates, linking sheets and workbooks, range names, database filter and sorts, subtotals and outlines, pivot tables, and macros. Prerequisite: Completion of Excel: Level 1 or equivalent experience. Textbook and flash drive required: Please visit www.SHOPNSCC.com to order books. Students must activate their My Northshore account and download Microsoft SofTue, Wedare prior to first class.

Adobe Creative Cloud: Illustrator with InDesign Part II Take Adobe Illustrator to the next level with advanced drawing techniques, gradient mesh, pattern creation, custom symbols and brushes. Creative uses of vector graphics and text will be explored as well as advanced layout techniques with InDesign. Prerequisite: Adobe Creative Cloud Part I or equivalent experience Adobe sofTue, Wedare required: https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/buy/students.html. Students must activate their My Northshore account and download Adobe sofTue, Wedare prior to first class.