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Career-focused online courses are designed to give you the latest in learning and to provide the skills necessary to acquire professional caliber positions in many high demand occupations.

  • Anytime, easy entry and exit.
  • Register between May 1-August 25.
  • Finish up to six months from start date.

These self-paced programs are designed with a team of professionals to provide the most effective web-based learning experience possible. Programs can be completed generally in less than six months. Instructors are actively involved in the students' online learning experience by responding to any questions or concerns 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. Students love the quality as well as the convenience of anytime, anywhere learning!

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Summer 2008 Courses

Online Course Administrative Dental Assistant
This 240-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.

>> Additional Administrative Dental Assistant course information.
Noncredit Schedule No. 08SUHO 99761 DF
Dates: Self-paced, enroll anytime between May 1-August 25.
Location: Online
Fee: $1,699 (Materials included)

Register online for 08SUHO 99761 DF


Online Course Administrative Medical Specialist with Medical Billing and Coding
This 300-hour online program teaches students medical office operations, with an emphasis on billing and coding, processing insurance forms, and using medical software. This program provides training on medical billing software as well as preparation for the Certified Coding Associate (CCA) national certification exam. All materials provided.

>> Additional Medical Specialist course information.
Noncredit Schedule No. 08SUHO 99760 DF
Dates: Self-paced, enroll anytime between May 1-August 25.
Location: Online
Fee: $1,995 (Materials included)

Register online for 08SUHO 99760 DF


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. 08SUHO 99763 DF
Dates: Self-paced, enroll anytime between May 1-August 25.
Location: Online
Fee: $1,699 (Materials included)

Register online for 08SUHO 99763 DF


Online Course Coding, Reimbursement and Documentation for Physicians
This 120-hour nationally recognized physicians coding online course and training program is designed to teach physicians how to maximize their reimbursement by emphasizing proper coding and HIPAA compliance. By completing this course, students will learn about medical necessity, bundled services, modifiers, and efficient ways to be compliant while getting the maximum reimbursement due for services performed.

>> Additional Coding, Reimbursement and Documentation for Physicians course information.
Noncredit Schedule No. 08SUHO 99765 DF
Dates: Self-paced, enroll anytime between May 1-August 25.
Location: Online
Fee: $995 (Materials included)

Register online for 08SUHO 99765 DF


Online Course Human Resources for Healthcare Professionals
This 80-hour nationally recognized health care human resources online course and training program provides a comprehensive human resource management foundation for those who intend to work, or are working, in health care settings. All of the modules in this online program instill a solid foundation in both human resources and health care administrative practices.

>> Additional Human Resources for Healthcare Professionals course information.
Noncredit Schedule No. 08SUHO 99764 DF
Dates: Self-paced, enroll anytime between May 1-August 25.
Location: Online
Fee: $2,099 (Materials included)

Register online for 08SUHO 99764 DF


Online Course Medical Billing and Coding
In this 240-hour program, students can learn medical billing and coding from the comfort of their own homes with this instructor-facilitated program. Students are prepared for an entry-level position doing medical billing and/or coding in a medical office setting and are prepared to sit for the Certified Coding Associate (CCA) national certification exam.

>> Additional Medical Billing and Coding course information.
Noncredit Schedule No. 08SUHO 99768 DF
Dates: Self-paced, enroll anytime between May 1-August 25.
Location: Online
Fee: $1,699 (Materials included)

Register online for 08SUHO 99768 DF


Online Course Medical Transcription
This nationally recognized 240-hour online instructor-led program will prepare you to start a new career as a medical transcriptionist. A medical terminology course is included. Learn to identify and/or define the knowledge, skills, abilities, and responsibilities required of medical transcriptionists. Transcriber and all materials are included.

>> Additional Medical Transcription course information.
Noncredit Schedule No. 08SUHO 99762 DF
Dates: Self-paced, enroll anytime between May 1-August 25.
Location: Online
Fee: $1,699 (Materials included)

Register online for 08SUHO 99762 DF


Online Course Pharmacy Technician
This 240-hour program will teach the skills needed to gain employment as a pharmacy technician in either the hospital or retail setting.

>> Additional Pharmacy Technician course information.
Noncredit Schedule No. 08SUHO 99769 DF
Dates: Self-paced, enroll anytime between May 1-August 25.
Location: Online
Fee: $1,899 (Materials included)

Register online for 08SUHO 99769 DF


Online Course Revenue Cycle Management for Health Care Providers
This 120-hour nationally recognized Revenue Cycle Management online course and training program teaches students the skills necessary to evaluate the performance of revenue-cycle systems and processes. This course enables students to develop an understanding of the components of the revenue cycle, the best methods for benchmarking performance, and proven methods of improving cash flow.

>> Additional Revenue Cycle Management for Health Care Providers course information.
Noncredit Schedule No. 08SUHO 99766 DF
Dates: Self-paced, enroll anytime between May 1-August 25.
Location: Online
Fee: $995 (Materials included)

Register online for 08SUHO 99766 DF


Online Course 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 in the program 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.

>> Additional Veterinary Assistant course information.
Noncredit Schedule No. 08SUHO 99767 DF
Dates: Self-paced, enroll anytime between May 1-August 25.
Location: Online
Fee: $1,895 (Materials included)

Register online for 08SUHO 99767 DF

 
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