CompTIA Certification Training: Network+, Security+ Get certified with CompTIA Network+ and Security+ through this all-in-one training course designed to build in-demand IT skills. Learn networking fundamentals like hardware, topologies, protocols, and the OSI model, along with key concepts such as TCP/IP, wireless, cloud computing, security, and troubleshooting—preparing you to build, manage, and maintain networks. The Security+ portion covers essential cybersecurity skills, including risk assessment, threat management, access control, and cryptography, helping you identify and mitigate modern security threats while earning a widely recognized certification. Prerequisites: A+ Certification and a minimum of 9-12 months of hands-on experience working in a junior network admin/network support tech job role. https://careertraining.ed2go.com/northshorecc/training-programs/comptia-certification-training-network-plus-security-plus-vouchers-included/

CompTIA TECH+ and A+ Designed for entry-level, this CompTIA Tech+ program covers core IT fundamentals, including hardware, operating systems, networking, programming, databases, applications, and security—providing a strong foundation for starting a career in IT. Prepare for the CompTIA A+ exams and boost your resume with a globally recognized certification that opens doors to entry-level IT roles like technical support and help desk positions. Gain hands-on skills in diagnosing and troubleshooting hardware, software, and connectivity issues, along with a strong foundation in networking and practical experience working with computer components. https://careertraining.ed2go.com/northshorecc/training-programs/comptia-certification-training-itf-a-plus-vouchers-included/

Medical Billing and Coding with CMAA Prepare to become an Administrative Medical Assistant and Medical Biller and Coder, both versatile and valuable healthcare team members. At successful completion of the program, you will be prepared to take the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) national exam and the three Medical Billing and Coding (MBC) certifications; CBCS, CCA, or CPC. Receive hands-on practical experience in medical billing and coding, and an externship starter kit, voucher for CMAA exam , one MBC exam voucher that best aligns with your interests and career goals.

Professional Bookeeping with Quickbooks Online ed2go GES2046 Master QuickBooks Online to prepare for a rewarding career in the booking field. Learn basic bookkeeping and accounting principles, including the types of accounting information you, the business owner, manager, bookkeeper, or accountant, need to monitor. Use QuickBooks Online to enter and track your finances, your files will be available to you virtually anytime, anywhere. Hands-on experience recording income and expenses to entering checks and bank transfers to setting up a chart of accounts. Reconcile your acct., manage cc and loan payments, create and print invoices, receipts, and statements, create estimates, generate reports, more. Prepare for the QB certified user exam.

Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aide with State Exam

About the Course
The Nurse Assistant training program prepares students for an entry‑level career in healthcare and for the Massachusetts State Board exam to become a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA).

Students learn hands‑on skills in our state‑licensed lab, including taking vital signs; moving and turning patients; personal care and hygiene; bed making, bathing, and feeding; basic record keeping; and responding to emergencies.

Clinicals
Includes a supervised clinical experience in a local long‑term care facility with a Registered Nurse Instructor.

Certifications
Includes certifications in Home Health Aide, CPR, and CMS Hand in Hand Dementia Training.

At the end of the course, students must take and pass the State Board exam to become a CNA in Massachusetts. The exam is included in the cost of the class.

Required Materials
Please purchase the required textbook and workbook prior to the beginning of the course from the retailer of your choice.

• Hartman's Nursing Assistant Care: Long-Term Care and Home Care, 4th Edition
• Workbook for Hartman's Nursing Assistant Care, 4th Edition

Entry and Healthcare Requirements

• Open to students age 16 and older
• Accuplacer Placement Exam meeting the minimum Math and Reading scores, if you do not have prior college credits
• CORI background check
• 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.

Additional Questions?
978-236-1200 or professional@northshore.edu

Bookkeeping and Accounting Skills for Business and Career Success

About This Course
This introductory course provides a foundational understanding of bookkeeping and accounting, focusing on the complete accounting cycle. You will learn how to analyze and record financial transactions using debits, credits, and T accounts. Key topics include posting transactions to the journal and ledger, preparing trial balances, making necessary adjustments, and generating financial statements. By the end of the course, you will have a working knowledge of essential accounting principles and be able to accurately track financial activities for a business.

Delivery Format
Instructor-led virtual or in-person classes are available. Please refer to the schedule below for more details.

Course Requirements

• Basic computer and Windows knowledge is required
• Flash drive
• Required textbook - College Accounting: A Practical Approach Chapters 1-12 with Study Guide and Working Papers
• Students must activate their myNorthshore account prior to the first class

Farm to Table: Locally Sourced The farm-to-table movement reflects the growing desire to support locally sourced products. You will create designs using fresh flowers from New England Farms. Flower care and handling, as well as floral choices are covered. Please bring scissors, knife, ribbon cutters and wire cutters to class. Course fee includes a $35 perishable fee.

Bookeeping & Payroll Manager: ed2go GES2050 Master QuickBooks Online to prepare for an entry-level position as a full-charge bookkeeper. Learn to balance books, track finances, and administer pay for small businesses. Learn how to utilize QuickBooks Online for everyday bookkeeping; general ledger, chart of accts, inventory mgt. Then learn principles of payroll management; classifying workers, calculating overtime pay, and overseeing payroll functions, and year end forms. Once you complete this course, you will understand how to get your finances in order and be prepared for the QuickBooks Certified User Exam. You will also be ready to pass the Fundamental Payroll Certification exam, developed by the American Payroll Association.