CMAA: Certified Medical Administrative Assistant CMAA: Certified Medical Administrative Assistant Administrative Medical Assistants are skilled multi-taskers who direct the flow of patients through an office. Effective patient flow allows the practice to operate efficiently, increase revenue, and provide a positive experience for the patient. These duties can include scheduling appointments, entering demographic and insurance information into practice software, managing patient check-in and check-out, answering phone calls, filing and retrieving paper records, maintaining electronic records, composing correspondence, performing daily financial practices, assigning medical codes and processing insurance claims. Upon completion of this course you will be prepared for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) national certification exam offered by National Healthcareer Association (NHA). This course includes a voucher which covers the fee of the exam.

EKG Technician

About This Course
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. 

Certifications
Course prepares you 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 Technician (CET) Exam.

Costs
Course includes CPR, required textbooks, and national exam fee.

Entry and Healthcare Requirements
--High school diploma or equivalent
--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

Recovery Coach Training: Additional 30 Hours for CARC Certification

About This Course
Recovery Coach Academy provides 30 of the 60 educational hours required for Massachusetts Certified Addiction Recovery Coach (CARC) certification. This course offers a comprehensive overview of addiction science, the effects of commonly misused substances, and the impact of addiction on mental, physical, and overall health. Required CARC topics covered include Addiction 101, Mental Health, Motivational Interviewing, Cultural Competency, and Ethical Responsibilities.

Required Materials
Course materials are included.

TEAS Test Preparation for Health Programs: Math Preparation for those planning on taking the TEAS test. Focus on whole numbers, fractions and decimals, percentages, ratios and proportion, metric conversions, and algebraic equations. Textbook required: "TEAS Study Manual" ISBN: 978-156533-2324. TEAS Math Preparation for Health Programs About This Course Prepare for the TEAS exam with a focused review of essential math skills. This course covers whole numbers, fractions and decimals, percentages, ratios and proportions, metric conversions, and basic algebraic equations. Designed for students entering health programs, the course helps strengthen problem-solving skills and build confidence. Instruction may be adjusted based on class time, student needs, and areas of interest to support success on test day. Required Materials Required Study Guide Text