Creating Web Pages

Intro to CSS and HTML

Intro to Photoshop

Designing Effective Websites

Each individual online course consists of 12 sessions, delivered twice a week. Each course starts once a month. Register for courses at www.ed2go.com/pvaec.

Once you have completed all the required courses, contact Hilda Roberts (hroberts@pvaec.org) for your certificate. 

Become a Dental Assistant (ICE and RHS certified), 10-15 week National Certificate program in one of the most high-demand careers. This program is designed to teach all aspects of dental assisting and provide you the skills you need to work in this field and pass the boards exams. This program is taught by a Certified Dental Assistant which includes an opportunity for internships, and includes all books and certifications. Payment plans available. 

To register call 1-866-516-8274, or go to:  http://www.academyofmedicalprofessions.com/dentalassistant.asp

Looking for a new career? Interested in changing lives of those around you? How about a part-time career or to get paid to work out? This program is designed to teach you everything you need to know to enter the health and fitness field as a group fitness instructor and/or personal trainer. Our trainers are highly recognized in this field, with more than 20 years experience, and will provide you hands-on training to pass the national tests through AFAA. The program is all-inclusive and will include AED and CPR certifications as well. You may choose to complete both group fitness and personal training, or take one or the other. Lectures are once a week for 10 or 20 weeks. All materials included in fee including National Certification Exams.

To register, call 1-866-516-8274, or go to: http://www.academyofmedicalprofessions.com/groupfitnessandpersonaltraining.asp

CNAs are caregivers who provide patients assistance with activities of daily living and basic needs. They also help patients feel safe and comfortable throughout their hospital stay. These direct caregivers spend most of their time assisting patients and listening to their concerns.The State of Maine approved CNA course includes classroom work, skills labs, and clinical experience. This is an Integrated Education Training (IET) course which means that a certain number of hours will be spent on improving key health care soft skills: job searching, mock interviews, communication, customer focus, medical math, technology, and more.

DETAILS

Start Date To Be Determined 

Location: Dexter Learning Center

Weeknights 5-9pm

COST

$1,100 plus a $50 non-refundable application fee

The cost of the class includes tuition, textbook, and state exam. The application fee covers processing and background check. It does not cover supplies.

Payment plan and financial assistance may be available

CNA COURSE (213 hours)

This course includes 90 classroom hours, 23 lab hours, 80 clinical hours, and 20 IET hours. Students are expected to attend all classes and clinicals, complete all reading and assignments, and keep an 80 average in the class.

IMMUNIZATIONS

The following are required immunization that must be included with the CNA Course Application:

Chicken Pox (Varicella)

Hep B series (3)

MMR (records must show Measles, Mumps, and Rubella)

TB test (negative 2x)

Tdap

Flu shot (fall/winter class only)

BACKGROUND CHECK

All students will be put through a Maine state background check (the $50 application fee covers this). If you have lived outside the state of Maine in the last 10 years, you must include a background check for that state(s) with your application. A basic background check is all that is required - you do not need a certified letter.

A comprehensive program for Hospital Billing and COding providing national certification as a CPC-H that covers everything hospital billers need to know, from patient admission to accounts receivable management and HIPPA. It builds on your knowledge so that you can make a successful transition from the physician/outpatient environment to the hospital setting. This course covers the hospital regulatory setting, the structure and functions of hospital departments, patient accounts and data flow, the billing process, coding, claim forms, reimbursement, accounts receivable management, HIPPA requirements, and with updated electronic claim forms. You will have Hospital cases which allow you to apply concepts to real-life scenarios. Call 866-516-8274 or www.academyofmedicalprofessions.com 

20 week, in depth, State-Certified program in both medical billing/coding. This program is designed to teach all aspects of both medical billing and coding and provide you the skills you need to get into the job market in either field or both. This certificate program is taught by a Certified Medical Coder and includes Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, CPC exam, AAPC membership, 3 practice CPC tests and all books. Basic computer skills are required. Payment plans available. For more information, Call 866-516-8274 or www.academyofmedicalprofessions.com http://pvaec.maineadulted.org/courses/course/medical_billing_coding_with_cpc_certification_online

New Course Description: Medical transcription is a desired field for most people trying to work at home. Strong typing, computer, and English grammar skills are essential. Medical terminology, formats, rules and regulations, jobs, calculation of pay, confidentiality, FTP, and tricks of the trade, all equipment, reference books, and course books are provided with the course fee. Classes are once a week for 16 weeks with a completion of 16 weeks to 6 month options. This is a State-Certified program and you will receive a Certificate of Completion and Letter of Recommendation upon graduation, resumes and how to obtain a job are covered in this program. Course includes medical terminology, Anatomy & physiology and transcription. Call 866-516-8274 or www.academyofmedicalprofessions.com http://pvaec.maineadulted.org/courses/course/medical_transcription_online