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SDSU, College of Extended Studies, in partnership with Gatlin Education Services (GES), offers online open enrollment programs designed to provide the skills necessary to acquire professional level positions for many in-demand occupations.

  • Workforce Partnership and Military Spouse approved programs
  • Anytime, self-directed, with easy entry and exit
  • Finish up to six months from start date
  • Instructors are actively involved in the students’ online learning experience by responding to any questions as well as encouraging and motivating students to succeed
  • Each program includes everything needed to succeed (books, lessons, quizzes, and assignments). Grades are a combination of computer-graded tests and the instructor’s evaluation of the students’ work.

Each program includes everything needed to succeed (books, lessons, quizzes, and assignments). Grades are a combination of computer-graded tests and the instructor's evaluation of the students' work.

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Students love the quality as well as the convenience of anytime, anywhere learning!

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For student inquiries call (619) 594-3946.

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Fall 2009 Courses

Online Course Pharmacy Technician
This 300-hour nationally recognized Pharmacy Technician online training program teaches the skills needed to gain employment as a Pharmacy Tech in either the hospital or retail setting. The program provides graduates with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to qualify for entry-level positions in pharmacies as well as prepare for national certification. This program includes a 40-hour internship. Materials included.

>> Additional Pharmacy Technician course information.
Noncredit Schedule No. 09FAHO 99769 WB
Dates: Enroll anytime between September 1-December 31
Location: Online
Fee: $2,195

Register online for 09FAHO 99769 WB


Online Course Administrative Dental Assistant
This 150-hour nationally recognized Administrative Dental Assistant online certificate program teaches the essential administrative tasks for managing the business aspects of a dental practice and becoming an administrative dental assistant. This program includes instruction in dental terminology, anatomy, medical records management, accounts receivable and reimbursement management, insurance and patient billing, patient scheduling, and procedural and diagnostic coding. Materials included.

>> Additional Administrative Dental Assistant course information.
Noncredit Schedule No. 09FAHO 99761 WB
Dates: Enroll anytime between September 1-December 31
Location: Online
Fee: $1,699

Register online for 09FAHO 99761 WB


Online Course Administrative Medical Specialist with Medical Billing and Coding + Medical Terminology
The 360-hour online program includes in-depth medical insurance billing and coding modules, modules detailing all of the other administrative tasks performed in a typical medical office, and a comprehensive medical terminology course. The program is designed to help students prepare for an entry-level job as a medical front desk receptionist, an administrative medical specialist and a medical biller and/or coder. All required textbooks are included and mailed directly to the student. In addition to textbooks and online course access, students will receive a voucher for a study guide, preparation course, and the registration fee for the dual CMAA/CBCS (Certified Medical Administrative Assistant/ Certified Billing and Coding Specialist) certification credential through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). This course also prepares you for the CCA (Certified Coding Associate) exam offered by the AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association).

>> Additional Medical Specialist course information.
Noncredit Schedule No. 09FAHO 99765 WB
Dates: Enroll anytime between September 1-December 31
Location: Online
Fee: $2,495

Register online for 09FAHO 99765 WB


Online Course Administrative Veterinary Assistant
This 240-hour nationally recognized online course and training program prepares students for an exciting new career as an administrative veterinary assistant. Students learn about the care of animals as well as learning how to recognize signs of illness and disease. This program also covers interpersonal communication, interaction with clients and their animals, as well as how to assist the veterinarian during examinations. Administrative duties, such as fee collection, banking, and accounts payable are emphasized, and the program contains basic information about pet insurance. Materials included.

>> Additional Administrative Veterinary Assistant course information.
Noncredit Schedule No. 09FAHO 99767 WB
Dates: Enroll anytime between September 1-December 31
Location: Online
Fee: $1,995

Register online for 09FAHO 99767 WB


Online Course Certified National Pharmaceutical Representative
This 120-hour nationally recognized Pharmaceutical Representative online training course (CNPR) and program was developed in response to a rising need for entry-level certified pharmaceutical sales representatives. Learn the skills necessary to become a certified pharmaceutical sales representative including knowledge in pharmacology, medical terminology, physiology, and regulations for selling pharmaceuticals.

>> Additional Certified National Pharmaceutical Representative course information.
Noncredit Schedule No. 09FAHO 99763 WB
Dates: Enroll anytime between September 1-December 31
Location: Online
Fee: $1,699

Register online for 09FAHO 99763 WB


Online Course Emergency Management Training for First Responders
This 300-hour nationally recognized Emergency Management Course and online training program provides the necessary skills and understanding of the issues and underlying concepts surrounding emergency management. The Emergency Management Training program reflects the practitioner and applied knowledge base, particularly lessons learned at local and state government levels. This highly interactive program will give you a solid understanding of emergency management principles and practices. It uses a combination of online presentations, interactive activities, animation, and reading assignments. >> Additional Emergency Management Training for First Responders course information. Noncredit Schedule No. 09FAHO 99772 WB
Dates: Enroll anytime between September 1-December 31
Location: Online
Fee: $2,195

Register online for 09FAHO 99772 WB


New course Offering Online Course ICD-10 Medical Coding: Preparation and Instruction for Implementation
This 200-hour online certificate program covers the recently upgraded diagnostic and procedural medical coding system that will soon be mandated by the Federal government for use in the healthcare industry in insurance processing, reimbursement, and statistical data gathering. It presents a comprehensive overview of the changes in store for both diagnostic and procedural medical coding, detailed information on the impacts of the medical coding changes to coders, health care staff, physicians, software systems, documentation, and information technology. Textbook included.

>> Additional ICD-10 Medical Coding: Preparation and Instruction for Implementation course information.
Noncredit Schedule No. 09FAHO 99764 WB
Dates: Enroll anytime between September 1-December 31
Location: Online
Fee: $1,699

Register online for 09FAHO 99764 WB


Online Course Medical Billing and Coding + Medical Terminology
The 300-hour online Medical Billing and Coding (MBC) + Medical Terminology program includes extensive training in medical insurance billing and coding that is designed to help students prepare for an entry-level job as a medical biller and/or coder. This program also includes 60 hours of medical terminology coursework. All required textbooks are included and mailed directly to the student. In addition to textbooks and online course access, students will receive a voucher for a study guide, preparation course, and the registration fee for the CBCS (Certified Medical Billing and Coding Specialist) certification credential through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).This course also prepares you for the CCA (Certified Coding Associate) exam offered by the AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association).

>> Additional Medical Billing and Coding + Medical Terminology course information.
Noncredit Schedule No. 09FAHO 99771 WB
Dates: Enroll anytime between September 1-December 31
Location: Online
Fee: $1,995

Register online for 09FAHO 99771 WB


Online Course Medical Transcription + Medical Terminology
This recently revised 300-hour program provides students with basic knowledge of the transcription of medical records plus 60 hours of medical terminology coursework. Students learn to transcribe and format inpatient case studies, inpatient reports, and outpatient reports. Reports are taken from hospital medical records and include history and physical examinations, radiology reports, operative procedures, pathology reports, consultations, discharge summaries, a death summary, an autopsy report, and correspondence. Different regional accents and background noises, which duplicate real-life situations, are used in the recorded dictation, the speed of which picks up as the student proceeds through the course. All textbooks and transcription equipment are included and mailed directly to the student.

>> Additional Medical Transcription + Medical Terminology course information.
Noncredit Schedule No. 09FAHO 99770 WB
Dates: Enroll anytime between September 1-December 31
Location: Online
Fee: $1,995

Register online for 09FAHO 99770 WB

San Diego Workforce Partnership - Creating Workforce Solutions for the San Diego Region

The College of Extended Studies is a State-approved provider
for the Federal Workforce Investment Act for this program.

Last update April 29, 2009

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