EKG Technician

Learn to conduct and interpret electrocardiograms (EKGs) including the anatomy and physiology of the heart, equipment technology, how to interpret a rhythm strip, and details of a myocardial infarction. 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 Certificate: (NWCA) EKG Technican (CET) Exam. Cost includes the 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.

Central Sterile Processing Technician

Learn to clean and sterilize surgical instruments and medical equipment, and to set up and deliver them to surgical areas, hospital rooms, clinics and even patient’s homes. Assemble, adjust and check non-sterile equipment, and sterile supplies needed for surgery or other medical procedures. Learn about microbes and germs and how they cause infections, as well as managing inventory, ordering supplies, inspecting, maintaining, delivering and retrieving equipment and instruments for surgery, emergency room and other patient care units. After completing this program, test for the certifying exam given at a local Prometric Testing Center to obtain provisional certification from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA). The cost of this exam is not included in cost of this program. Once employed, you must accumulate 400 hours of work experience within 6 months to become fully certified. Program includes classroom, and experience in a sterile processing department during the clinical portion of the program. Clinical experience may be on any day/time of the week, based on clinical site schedules. Job requires ability to lift at least 25 pounds. Cost of course includes required textbook.

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.

Creative Writing

Do you have a story to tell or an emotion to convey? Begin each class with an exercise that will initiate you into the process of creative writing. Explore the genre of short fiction, and you are also welcome to explore creative non-fiction and poetry. Topics of discussion will include strategies for keeping the process flowing in the midst of our busy lives and ways to publish your work in print or online. You will have the opportunity to share your work and receive feedback from other writers. Current writers are welcome, and no prior experience is necessary.

Digital Photography: Part 1- Camera Operations

If you've always been shooting in Auto mode, you'll be amazed at how much your images can improve when you take control of your camera settings. Learn about the different features on your camera, how to use them, and techniques that result in more creative images. Topics include exposure controls (ISO, aperture, and shutter speed), scene presets, exposure modes, focus options, composition, color balance, lens choice and the use of in-camera flash. The camera required for this class needs to allow you to leave on auto so you can work in other modes. Have your camera available as we explore technical and artistic ways to better your photography. This virtual class will meet live using the Zoom platform which requires a computer with microphone, camera and internet access. Textbook required: To purchase, visit amazon link: https://a.co/d/1FExQ7l

SHRM Essentials of Human Resources Management

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. SHRM Essentials of Human Resources program provides a foundational overview of HR practices and behaviors. Through real-world applications and scenarios, you will be introduced to fundamental HR topics to help you effectively approach the challenging situations that you face in the workplace. Developed by SHRM, the world’s largest HR association and leading advocate for HR professionals, the SHRM Essentials of Human Resources course helps you discover the key value HR brings to the workplace. Whether you’re a student, new to HR, or in a small business environment, our course will help you develop the critical HR competencies and learn how to apply them on the job. Earn a Certificate of Completion from SHRM and earn 1.5 CEUs. Cost of class includes required digital course materials.

Floral Merchandising and Business Practices

Learn valuable information on merchandising flowers, gift plants, decorative accessories, window displays, end caps, focal areas, promotional publications, and building customer loyalty. Explore bookkeeping systems used extensively by florists, become acquainted with credit card changes, wire service, time management, product pricing, and personal productivity skills.Prerequisite: Floral Design I and Floral Design II or equivalent experience.

Excel for Beginners

A basic, useable knowledge of Excel, including designing, creating and editing a spreadsheet to analyze and display data used to make business and/or personal decisions. Methods will include creating formulas, functions and charts to analyze and present information. Use relative and absolute cell references to speed up your work.

Must have some experience with Windows and keyboard. Flash drive required: Students must activate their My Northshore account prior to first class.

Spanish 1

An informal approach to learning the Spanish language through interactive in-class communication, exchanging greetings, engaging in simple conversations and learning useful everyday vocabulary. You'll enjoy conversing in class, at home, at work, or on vacation using your newly learned Spanish skills.