Comprehensive Medical Billing and Coding- Online Course This online, self-paced course may be started anytime throughout the semester. Medical Office Managers and Administrative Medical Assistants handle a broad range of duties, which may include patient registration, scheduling, medical records, managing the revenue cycle, compliance regulations, human resources, health information, and general business processes that make practice management a challenging yet rewarding profession. This in-depth program combines several programs, Medical Terminology, Microsoft Word 2016, Microsoft Excel, Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA), Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS), and Certified Physician Practice Manager (CPPM), to give you the foundation and training needed to be a Medical Office Manager. At successful completion of the program you will be ready to take the Certified Physician Practice Manager (CPPM) exam, offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) and the Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) national certification exams offered by the National Health Career Association (NHA). Included in the program are study guide materials, practice exams, AAPC membership, Practicecode tool access, an opportunity to participate in unpaid work experience, and a voucher for each exam. Requirements: This course must be taken on a PC device. A Mac OS is not compatible. For more detailed information and/or to register, copy this link into your browser: https://careertraining.ed2go.com/northshorecc/training-programs/medical-office-administration/

Dialysis Technician Online This online, self-paced course can be taken anytime throughout the semester. Learn the knowledge needed to perform the responsibilities of a Dialysis Technician. Course covers normal kidney physiology, the basic principles of hemodialysis, kidney dialysis machines, dialyzer preparation and reprocessing as well as how to assist dialysis patients in managing their disease and treatment. To register: Please call 978-236-1200.

Medical Billing and Coding Comprehensive with Certified Medical Administrative Assistant- Online Course This online, self-paced course can be started anytime throughout the semester. 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. You will 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, and an opportunity to participate in clinical experience. For more detailed information and/or to register, copy this link into your browser: https://careertraining.ed2go.com/northshorecc/training-programs/certified-medical-administrative-assistant-with-medical-billing-coding-voucher-included/

Medical Office Manager (CCPM) Online This online, self-paced course may be started anytime throughout the semester. Medical Office Managers and Administrative Medical Assistants handle a broad range of duties, which may include patient registration, scheduling, medical records, managing the revenue cycle, compliance regulations, human resources, health information, and general business processes that make practice management a challenging yet rewarding profession. This in-depth program combines several programs, Medical Terminology, Microsoft Word 2016, Microsoft Excel, Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA), Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS), and Certified Physician Practice Manager (CPPM), to give you the foundation and training needed to be a Medical Office Manager. At successful completion of the program you will be ready to take the Certified Physician Practice Manager (CPPM) exam, offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) and the Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) national certification exams offered by the National Health Career Association (NHA). Included in the program are study guide materials, practice exams, AAPC membership, Practicecode tool access, an opportunity to participate in unpaid work experience, and a voucher for each exam. Requirements: This course must be taken on a PC device. A Mac OS is not compatible. For more detailed information and/or to register, copy this link into your browser: https://careertraining.ed2go.com/northshorecc/training-programs/medical-office-administration/

Medical Interpreting Certification Prep- Remote Learning Course Medical interpreters are in great demand both in person and remotely by video or phone. Interpreters can elect to work for a hospital, school, or state agency, or as contractors with many agencies throughout the country or they can elect to work remotely from home where they can work independently and make their own hours. Open to all languages, this 60-hour program provides working knowledge of medical interpreting, including standards of practice, ethics, HIPAA regulations, cultural competency, and medical terminology/vocabulary. Course provides intense practice via oral role plays on a variety of medical topics. Students will be introduced to VRI (Video Remote Interpreting) and OPI (Over the Phone Interpreting). Offered in collaboration with TransFluenci LLC, this course is designed for those preparing for entry-level careers as medical interpreters as well as for working interpreters preparing for the National Board Certification exam. Program meets the National Board for Medical Interpreter Certification training requirement. Certification fees are not included in the price of the course. Prerequisites: High school diploma or equivalent. Students must be fluent in English and one other language. Screening required, call 978-236-1200 to request a screening appointment after registration. Textbook required: What You Need to Know to Become a Medical Interpreter, ISBN: 9780578411910. Available at Amazon.com.

Personal Trainer Certification Course: Hybrid Gain all the information and skills needed to start an exciting fitness career as a Certified Personal Trainer. Course includes the ONLY IN-PERSON hands on practical skill labs in the fitness industry and a virtual "LIVE" lecture on core knowledge led by Mark Cassidy, MS, a Certified Personal Trainer for 25 years. Topics covered include anatomy, exercise physiology, kinesiology, biomechanics, nutrition, equipment usage, fitness testing and more. The course is NCCA Accredited program with the options of 3 college credits towards a degree through the American Council on Education. Cost includes a national test voucher ($450 value), online study tools, a full online video course to use 24/7, and a 30-hour employer internship (Level 2 Certification) to helps walk you into jobs with local employers. To become a Level I Certified Personal Trainer you must successfully complete the written and practical exams. For Level II Nationally Certified Personal Trainer you must successfully complete your Level I exams followed by a 30-hour internship. Hands-on practical training occurs off-site and you must provide your own transportation. Class meets online from 9:00am to 12:00pm followed by off-site lab from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. National exam is on 11/18/2023. Textbook required and not included in the cost of the course. Howley, Edward T. and Thompson, Dixie L. 2017. Fitness Professional’s Handbook. 7th Edition. Publisher: Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL. The e-book costs $74 and the cost for the hard cover version is $99, plus $15.95 for shipping, and must be purchased by the student. Amazon Prime also has a rent a book set up. Check it out and save here.

Community Healthworker-Mass Board Approved Training Program Community Health Workers (CHWs) play a key role in ensuring the health and well-being of multi-cultural residents in a variety of community-based settings such as homes, schools, clinics, shelters, local businesses, and community centers. Learn the various components and functions of community health work including outreach methods and strategies, individual and community assessment, effective communication, cultural responsiveness and mediation, education to promote healthy behavior change, care coordination and system navigation, use of public health concepts and approaches, advocacy and community capacity building, documentation along with professional skills and conduct. The Community Health Worker (CHW) training program has been developed to align with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health recommended ten core competencies to prepare you for an entry-level positions in community health. Textbook required: For information on applying for the Community Health Worker Certification visit: https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-community-health-worker-certification

Recovery Coach Training: Part I- Remote Learning Course. The gold standard for Recovery Coach Training fulfills 30 of the 60 educational hours required to become a Massachusetts Certified Addiction Recovery Coach. Recovery Coaches play a vital role in the community; they serve as guides and mentors to individuals with drug and alcohol problems, and empower people on their personal journey by providing many options and 'paths' to recovery. Training participants will receive tools and resources designed to help people heal from the devastating effects of addiction, whether they are just entering recovery or looking to deepen and sustain their recovery. For individuals considering a career as a recovery coach or peer mentor, or individuals who simply want to learn more effective methods for supporting people through their recovery process. Taught by Michelle Simons who brings a professional and life experience to her work with individuals, families and organizations.Textbook required: Available on Amazon CCAR's Recovery Coach Academy: Rev. November 2021 979-8756114867-