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Medical Coding with CPC Certification
with ACADEMY OF MEDICAL PROFESSIONS
20 week, in-depth medical coding for CPC certification. This program is designed to teach all aspects ofmedical coding and provide you the skills needed to become nationally certified and get into the job market as aCertified Coder. This certificate program is taught by a Certified Medical Coder and includes MedicalTerminology, Anatomy & Physiology, CPC exam, AAPC membership, 3 practice CPC tests and all books.Basic computer skills are required. Payment plans available. For more information contact: Academy ofMedical Professions toll free at 866-516-8274 or www.academyofmedicalprofessions.com . $3750
Certified Dental Assistant
with ACADEMY OF MEDICAL PROFESSIONS
10 week Certificate program in Dental Assisting for one of the most high-demand careers. This program isdesigned to teach all aspects of dental assisting and provide you the skills you need to work in this field andpass a national certificate exam. This program is taught by a Dentist and includes an opportunity for internships.We now offer an option for Lab days, please ask for more details! The price of the course includes all books,exam preparation materials and fees for the DANB RHS® certificate program. Upon passing the DANB RHS®,you will receive a certificate of knowledge based on competency for that component from DANB. Paymentplans available. $2500CDA, RHS are registered trademarks of the Dental Assisting National Board, Inc. (DANB). This course is not reviewed orendorsed by DANB.
Online or Live/Zoom/Webex courses available. For more information, or to enroll, please visit www.academyofmedicalprofessions.com
Accounting Fundamentals Certificate
with ed2go
Beginning EXCEL or QUICKBOOKS
Intermediate EXCEL or QUICKBOOKS
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.
Behaviorial Health Professional Certification Training
with Woodfords Family Services
Our community is looking for individuals who want to make a difference in a child’s life.
Children’s Behavioral Health Services are vital to Maine’s children with Intellectual Disabilities, Autism and Mental Health Disorders and their families. The need in our area is great!
As an integral part of the child’s treatment team, a Certified Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) has the opportunity to make an immediate impact while helping a child grow and develop to their full potential.
We are excited to connect our community to this wonderful ONLINE training program. The online training will equip you to help children who are receiving Behavioral Health services. The training will prepare you for employment through local social services providers. The training can be started at any time and finished at your own pace.
You will complete 12 online modules and 12 hours of live instruction (offered virtually). An online Bloodborne Pathogens training, as well as Child & Adult First Aid & CPR training, will be made available to you, if you do not already possess those certifications. The entire training takes about 45 hours to complete. Registration is ongoing until June 30, 2022.
Any individual who will be 18 years of age or older upon completion of the course, may register. (Individuals must be at least 18 and have a high school diploma or equivalent to get certified.)
The administration fee of $25.
For more information, please go to https://www.woodfords.org/bhp-program/.
Certified Nursing Assistant
with Nancy Hoskins
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. Our rigorous course includes ten additional clinical hours for a total of 190 hours. Candidates must present either a high school diploma or HiSET/GED. Enrollment is limited to 10. The admission process includes enrollment into our Career Readiness Program, a criminal background check, placement testing, and a series of meetings with PVAEC staff. A non-refundable application fee of $50 is required. The cost of the class is $1,300, which includes tuition, textbook, background check, and state exam. Students are responsible for obtaining their own scrub uniforms, which are required dresscode for the class.
Start Date TBA evenings/weekends (once minimum enrollment is met). $1,300
Payment plans and financial assistance may be available to those who qualify. For more information or to enroll the CNA or CNA-M program, please contact PVAEC Academic Advisor, Eve Salley at 207-564-5884 or email esalley@pvaec.org.The application process for the CNA and CNA-M programs are extremely time sensitive. Space is limited!
CNA-Med Tech
with Nancy Hoskins
A standardized, 120-hour medication course approved by the Maine State Board of Nursing, which provides the basis of understanding needed for CNAs to administer medications accurately and safely. The course is designed to teach experienced CNAs how to administer non-injectable medications to patients who are 14 years of age and older under the direct supervision of a licensed registered nurse in long term care facilities and state mental health facilities.Potential students must be currently licensed CNA’s, provide two letters of recommendation from Registered Nurses, and achieve a qualifying reading score on our placement testing. Starts Date TBA (once minimum enrollment is met).$1,000
Payment plans and financial assistance may be available to those who qualify. For more information or to enroll the CNA or CNA-M program, please contact PVAEC Academic Advisor, Eve Salley at 207-564-5884 or email esalley@pvaec.org.The application process for the CNA and CNA-M programs are extremely time sensitive. Space is limited!
Grant Writing and Non Profit Management Certificate
with ed2go,
Intro to Non Profit Management
Writing Effective Grant Proposals
Advanced Grant Proposal Writintg
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.
Medical Transcription Certificate Program
with ACADEMY OF MEDICAL PROFESSIONS
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, and tricks of the trade, all equipment, reference books, and course books areprovided 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 upongraduation, resumes and how to obtain a job are covered in this program. Course includes medical terminology,Anatomy & physiology and transcription. $2650, includes everything for the course and the field.
Online, Open Enrollment! For more information, or to enroll, please visit www.academyofmedicalprofessions.com