learn about every aspect of veterinary assisting, including anatomy and physiology, animal
restraint, laboratory sample collection, assisting in surgery and dentistry, prescription
preparation, and taking radiographs. You'll also learn how to interact professionally with clients
and gain the expertise you need to educate them about key topics in pet care, such as nutrition,
vaccinations, and administering medication. This program is designed for people who want to
work at a veterinary hospital and those who are already employed in positions in which they look
after animals. 170 hours $1,995. To enroll or questions for MCC, call 877-221-5151. Not eligible
for tuition waivers.
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Medicine is more than patient care-- it is also a business. Medical practices rely on medical billers
and coders to provide the cash flow that keeps their doors open. Positions are also available with
ambulatory care centers, medical equipment suppliers, insurance companies, public health
agencies, consulting firms, and medical billing companies. You will learn to function as an
important member of the healthcare team by providing key skills such as abstracting from
medical records, assigning codes to diagnoses and procedures using the ICD-9-CM, ICD-10-CM, CPT
and HCPCS Level II code books, developing insurance claims according to third-party guidelines,
and understanding the legal, ethical, and regulatory concepts that are vital to this field. You will
learn important terminology and study the disorders and medical procedures common to each
body system. Upon completion of this program, you will be ready to take the Certified Billing and
Coding Specialist (CBCS) exam, offered by National Healthcareer Association (NHA), and will
receive the study guide materials, access to practice exams, and the registration fees. You will also
be prepared to sit for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam, offered by the American
Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). 300 hours. $1,995. To enroll or for more info, call
877-221-5151. Not eligible for tuition waivers.
aide. You will learn what physical therapy entails, identify the responsibilities of a PT aide, and
develop a working knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology. In addition, you will get a
solid grounding in patient care skills, infection control, and the legal and ethical regulations that
affect healthcare providers. By the end of the program, you will be fully prepared to obtain an
entry-level position as a PT aide in a healthcare facility. ONLINE. 150 hours. $1,895. To enroll or
for more info, call 877-221-5151. Not eligible for tuition waivers.
constantly expanding. In this program, you'll gain the skills and knowledge you need to obtain
an entry-level job as an optician while you prepare yourself to achieve American Board of
Optician (ABO) certification --a certification that's required by many states and is a stepping stone
to career advancement. You'll master the mathematical formulas that opticians need to know,
discover how to read prescriptions for glasses and contact lenses, explore the basics of eyewear
styles and materials, become familiar with the equipment opticians use, learn about prisms and
lens types, and gain an understanding of eye anatomy and eye diseases. By the time you
complete this program, you'll be fully prepared to begin a career as an optician--and you'll have
the skills and knowledge you need to advance in this popular and exciting medical field. ONLINE.
150 hours. $1,895. To enroll or for more info, call 877-221-5151. Not eligible for tuition waivers.
intensive exam prep course reviews key concepts, terms, principles, and will challenge students
with sample exam questions and other exercises to prepare them for the PMP
and tools that a project manager must be aware of while managing a complete life cycle project.
This course will ensure participants have a complete understanding of the roles and
responsibilities of Project Management utilizing real world case studies. For exam eligibility
requirements visit www.pmi.org. This course is best suited for individuals who are planning on
taking their exam in the near term. Course will provide quizzes, flash cards, and exam tips and
tricks. Note: Students who earn a PMP
Babson College , F.W. Olin Graduate School and Business, and PMP AND SCPM Stanford Certified
Project Manager. Neeraj is a regular speaker on Project Management issues at conferences
organized by APICS, Mass. Bio Council, and New England Supply Chain Conference. Neeraj has
coached more than 200 project managers from the industry with over 99% pass rate. Neeraj goes
beyond PMP curriculum to provide 360 view of the project management competency using
practical examples, case studies, tools, templates and group discussions. (35 hours) $1,300
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Online WebEx meeting: May 7, 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
and within budget. This Project Management Certificate Program will provide the basics of Project
Management, regardless of industry. We will discuss and practice the universal skills of Project
Management, with hands-on applications and case studies. Learn about project definition, project
planning, scheduling, cost control, project tools, team management, project decision making and
problem solving. Students are encouraged to bring work projects for online and in-class
discussions. Topics: Intro to Project Management; Project Planning and Control; Project Team
Management; Project Decision Making and Problem Solving, Capstone Project. Required Text:
Successful Project Management (5th edition), Gido/Clements; South Western College. ISBN:
9780538478977. Text includes trial version of MS Project 2010. (36 hours) $549
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