Medical
Ever wanted to be a dentist’s second pair of hands during procedures? Or, perhaps you picture yourself as an administrative assistant in a doctor’s office? Our medical programs can prepare you for both scenarios and more!
Supplies Needed: Writing Utensil & Paper, Scrubs (Dental Assisting)
Length
17 - 24 weeks
Depending on structure and availability.
Fee Information
$850 - $1525
Programs vary according to teachers.
Duration: 150 Clock Hours/24 Instructional Weeks
Fee: $1585.00
Dental assistants perform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties. They sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment, prepare and lay out the instruments and materials required to treat each patient, and obtain and update patient’s dental records. Assistants make patients comfortable in the dental chair and prepare them for treatment. During dental procedures, assistants work alongside the dentists to provide assistance. The Dental Assisting curriculum provides a foundation in the health science and hands-on training in using the technology necessary to perform tasks typically performed by a Dental Assistant.
Program Admission Requirements: HS Diploma or GED, Drivers License or Photo ID, WorkKeys Assessment
Supplies Needed: Scrubs
#6008 | Meets 2 Days Per Week
(6:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.)
September 20, 2021 (Monday/Wednesday)
Certificate of Completion
*Students are eligible to take the Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) examination through the Akron Dental Society.
**Examination fee included in cost of program.
Duration: 102 Clock Hours/17 Instructional Weeks
Fee: $950.00
Prepare students with a solid foundation of medical terminology, billing and coding knowledge, and technological skills so that they can seek entry-level employment in the healthcare industry. To provide individuals with the skills required to enter into entry-level billing and coding position within a medical office, clinic, or hospital setting. Students will learn the principles of billing and coding include use of the CMS 1500 form, ICD-10 codes, CPT codes, HIPAA confidentiality, and legal aspects.
Program Admission Requirements: HS Diploma or GED, Drivers License or Photo ID, WorkKeys Assessment
#6001 | Meets 2 Days Per Week
(6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.)
September 14, 2021 (Tuesday/Thursday) March 1, 2022 (Tuesday/Thursday)
Certificate of Completion
*Upon completion of this course, students are eligible to take the National Healthcare Association’s (NHA) Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) examination.
GALLERY
As you can see, students are active & hand on in their program. This is a showcase of Hands-On Learning turning into Real-World Experience.
Hands on Learning. Real World Experience.