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 Entrance Requirements: HS Diploma or GED, Drivers License or Photo ID, WorkKeys Assessment
#6008 | Meets 2 Days Per Week
(6:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.)
January 6, 2020 (Monday/Wednesday)
Certificate of Completion
*Students are eligible to take the Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) examination through the Akron Dental Society. Students also take CPR.
Duration: 102 Clock Hours/17 Instructional Weeks
Fee: $950.00
Learn the language of the medical profession with over 10,000 medical terms. Then move into the essentials of working as a medical administrative assistant with an emphasis on Medical Billing & Coding.
This program provides individuals with the skills required to enter into entry-level billing and coding positions within a medical office, clinic, or hospital setting. Students will learn the principles of billing and coding including the use of CMS 1500 forms, ICD-9 and ICD-10 codes, CPT codes, HIPAA confidentiality, and legal aspects.
Program Entrance 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 17, 2019 (Tuesday/Thursday)
February 25, 2020 (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.