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Thursday, August 6th
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Learn about over 50 associate degree and certificate programs and transfer pathways to four-year colleges and universities. Meet professors, advisors, and admissions counselors in person via Zoom. Participate in Breakout Sessions: Paying for College, Gap Year vs. Great Bay and Running Start & Early College; Earning College Credit While in High School. Hear about our fall online course options â traditional online and remote. Plus, learn about all that GBCC has to offer outside the classroom â athletic programs, our new Esports program, clubs, organizations, events and more.
Portsmouth, NH â Last winter, a group of Great Bay Community College (GBCC) students were excited to begin their Medical Assistant (MA) program and launch a career in healthcare. The program was slated to start in April, and in just 12 weeks it would prepare them for a high-demand job in patient care. But when COVID hit, the studentsâ journey was disrupted when New Hampshireâs Stay at Home Order closed down business and other facilities across the state.
Like many programs at GBCC, the MA program requires training at a clinical partner site and lab work at the college, alongside classroom instruction to create a learning experience that readies graduates for the workforce. Amid restrictions on clinical partners and access to hands on training, the college faced the challenge of re-tooling to meet studentsâ educational needs. Educators at GBCC worked closely with clinical sites and restructured lab-based instruction. After a brief pause, GBCC was able to restart the program over the summer. In October, students completed the program and earned their certificates.
âHelping students navigate through a fast-paced, hands-on program such as the MA certificate required much more than just a migration to online learning. We had to work closely with our externship partners to ensure that students could safely be trained on site. And we had to do the same for our labs while building in the online education component so all pieces would be complementary and interconnected over the 12-week period. These students showed great resilience and are so proud to move to the next phase of their careers,â said Bruce Vance, program manager of allied health at GBCC.
Medical assistants are in constant demand since every medical practice needs at least one MA. The need for medical assistants and other healthcare professionals initially gave rise to a partnership between GBCC and Exeter Health Resources/Core Physicians to create a âbootcampâ style providing competency-based training in a short timeframe. Launched in 2015, the boot camp still runs four times a year and serves 40-50 students annually in allied health. From that foundation, the MA certificate was created to focus on the education and training needs for MA certification. Today, numerous healthcare providers across the region â including Exeter Health Resources/Core Physicians, which currently has 44 MA openings â provide externship experience for students.
Karrie Hunter entered the MA program after having taken a career break of over a decade to raise her children. As a student, she participated in a tuition share program created by Exeter Health Resources and was hired ahead of completing the program.
âI love healthcare and have a passion for helping people,â said Hunter. âI chose GBCCâs MA program because I like the interaction with people, helping, clinical skills, taking EKG, weighing people, instructing people and a position as an MA is very structured. I am also able to keep up on my computer skills since so much of that is ingrained in the MA position. The teachers at Great Bay were great and I really enjoyed doing the Zoom classes twice a week,â she said.
Upon completion of the certificate, students have earned the necessary academic credential, learned the on-site training skills and logged the required supervisory hours to sit for the national exam that provides a CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant) credential. Demand continues to be strong for the program, and a full cohort of students began their training in late October. The program is offered four times through the year and a full schedule for the programs and information sessions can be found online.
âI feel like itâs so easy to stay in touch with my professors. Whether itâs an email question or an online or video chat, or face to faceâŚ.they understand what weâre going through, and they always take the time out of their schedules to help us.â
Qiayra Randolph wants to be an orthodontist. Her younger brother, Xzavier, has his eyes fixed on a degree in zoology. The siblings from Rochester both chose Great Bay Community College as the first step on their academic pathway because of Great Bayâs reputation for delivering on the limitless possibilities of science.
âWhen you study science, there is just so much you can do,â said Qiayra, who is studying biological sciences and is on track to earn her associate degree in 2021. She plans to transfer to the University of New Hampshire, where she will continue to study biology with a long-term goal of becoming an orthodontist.
She considered enrolling in a dental school but opted for the community-minded focus of Great Bay. It saved her a lot of money and resulted in a more personal education. âAt Great Bay, the class sizes are so small I feel like I am getting all the attention I need. I looked at one of those big, beautiful schools, but the idea of jumping into a university with 200 students and one professor per class very much scared me,â she said.
âGreat Bay is not intimidating. The caliber of the professors is very high, and I feel like they genuinely care.â
Her brother, Xzavier Randolph Fleming, followed her to Great Bay. He is studying biology, as well, with a goal of transferring to UNH to study zoology. For both students, Great Bay offers a foundation of science classes that will serve them in whatever career they enter.
âWe chose Great Bay for a lot of reasons. We looked at all our options and talked to a lot of people,â Xzavier said, âand it was obvious Great Bay made the most sense, academically and financially. The classes are small, the teachers are great and Iâm going to graduate without any student debt.â
Their decision has been reaffirmed during the Covid crisis, with Great Bayâs smooth transition to online and remote learning. âI feel like itâs so easy to stay in touch with my professors,â Xzavier said. âWhether itâs an email question or an online or video chat, or face to face, the professors have been very helpful and considerate. They understand what weâre going through, and they always take the time out of their schedules to help us.â
PORTSMOUTH – Help is a two-way street during the pandemic. At Great Bay Community College, that means meeting the needs of students who might be at risk of going hungry, falling into isolation, or struggling to maintain safe and healthy personal habits. It also means students from the college are meeting needs in the community through a range of volunteer activities.
âCollaborations with community partners have enabled Great Bay students to engage with each other, and have helped the college to meet studentsâ basic needs,â said Brittanie Mulkigian, Director of Student Life. âDespite social restrictions due to the pandemic, Great Bay Community College continues to support its students by meeting their needs in innovative ways, and also creating awareness about when and where their help is needed out in the community,â she said.
The reciprocal nature of community engagement â students receiving help and students giving back â is happening regardless of the collegeâs learning model, whether students are meeting face-to-face or remotely.
âGreat Bayâs key message to students as well as to our community is that we’re not only focused on educating, but weâre also focused on making sure that students have the resources they need so they can maximize the education they are receiving, whether it’s online or in-person,â Mulkigian said.
Great Bay is helping students through several initiatives.
It is reducing food insecurity with partnerships with Gather, Hannaford, Take Out Hunger, and through financial support from Great Bayâs Student Government Association and the Foundation for New Hampshire Community Colleges. The college distributed 177 Hannaford gift cards to students in December and January and launched a curbside food pickup program with dry goods, milk, eggs, produce, and products that include hand sanitizer, personal care items, and prepared meals from The Green Bean
Helen Crowe, co-founder of Take Out Hunger, said she was proud of the collaboration between Great Bay Community Collegeâs food pantry and the Green Bean. âStudents have access to nutritious prepared meals, and the Green Bean has an additional and reliable source of income. It is a win-win for both organizations as they negotiate the challenges of COVID and food insecurity,â Crowe said.
For many, the help was timely and appreciated.
âThank you for the Hannaford gift card,â one student wrote, âmy daughter and I look forward to purchasing some fresh fruit for our family for the first time in a few months. Canned veggies and fruit are fine for us in the wintertime with our budget, but this will be such a treat.â
Wrote another, âI wanted to send a huge thank you to Great Bay for all their support. Their influence extends beyond their facilities and right into each student’s home. As someone working in the hospitality field during COVID, I have financially struggled. I know I can turn to Great Bay in my times of need.â
Said a third student, âBecause of this food, I have significantly less stress and worries. You have all been a big help.â
To help students remain engaged, the college has arranged guest speakers via Zoom, including a chat session with NBA star and New Castle native, Duncan Robinson, virtual escape rooms, and trivia contests, as well as a virtual caricature artist party and a Valentineâs Day event that more than 130 people registered to attend. The college also recently launched a new Esports program as part of its athletic offerings. âOur Esports program has been a great way for students to engage in a competitive activity, especially while we are in a remote learning model,â said Brian Scott, Athletic Director for Great Bay.
Great Bay also has created free access to online therapy for students, and through private donations has made feminine hygiene products available, an effort consistent with the âperiod povertyâ bill passed two years ago by the New Hampshire Legislature.
Great Bay students are looking outward into the community in a variety of ways. Through the Giving Tree, students and staff donated gifts to 32 older residents in the community, a total of almost 100 gift cards worth $1,000. Students distributed more than 1,000 masks to Gather through various clubs and organizations and stepped up in other ways.
Mikayla Kaulback, Great Bayâs Student Government Associationâs President volunteered nearly 200 hours to Gather, the food source for the on-campus food pantry and curbside food pickup program. Prior to the pandemic, volunteer hours added up in other ways. The STEM Club donated 275 hours of community service, veterinary technology students logged 270 hours, and Great Bay athletes tallied 240 hours.
And the week before Christmas, Campus Safety Officer Steve Dockery dressed up as Santa and conducted Zoom Santa celebrations with more than 30 families of students, staff, and faculty. One Great Bay Faculty member shared about the event, âWhat a WONDERFUL event this was! My granddaughter has not stopped talking about this! You truly captured the magic of this holiday season.â
âWe encourage students to take responsibility for their learning, and that includes attending class â either online or in-person — and completing assignments, and it also means that students know how and where to ask for help, whether it be academic or emotional,â Mulkigian said. âReciprocally, taking responsibility for learning also includes that students are aware to recognize when others need help.â
Are you interested in helping the GBCC student community? Please contact Brittanie Mulkigian at [email protected] or give a gift on-line at https://givenhcc.org/where-to-give/gbcc/.
With 76 Years of Experience, GBCC Helps Businesses Fill Staffing Gaps With In-Demand Training
By: Lynn Szymanski (October 7, 2021)
We are in an unprecedented time in which businesses need skilled workers across every industry. These needs come in different forms, some focused on employees that need to be upskilled while others are simply understaffed and need to hire. Both issues are creating challenges that are forcing businesses to close or reduce operational hours just to stay afloat. This is impacting businesses big and small across the country, including right here in New Hampshireâs seacoast region.
As a leader in comprehensive postsecondary learning, Great Bay Community Collegeâs Business and Training Center (GBCC BTC) has adapted its programs and delivery methods to support these needs in the local community through high demand skills training for employees and employers. Lessons learned through COVID, including the shift to online and identifying other creative ways to deliver training, have broadened our resources and expertise. As the seacoastâs community college, weâre applying these lessons into new approaches to help area businesses address these needs and support them to help drive our economy forward.
Dating back to 1945, GBCC has been a key resource in the region. We are backed by a reputation for responsiveness and experience that started by training N.H.âs veterans with the skills needed to reintegrate into the workforce after they returned from World War II. GBCC has been meeting regional workforce needs ever since. Our faculty have a depth of industry expertise, classroom knowledge and an understanding of adult learners and are well-positioned as a go-to for business training needs. These traditional assets, combined with current workforce trends, new expertise and robust technology are the basis for re-envisioning the role the GBCC BTC fills.
To meet current training and hiring needs, GBCC has adapted course offerings for flexibility and convenience for businesses and their current and prospective employees. Classes can be taught online, on location and at GBCCâs simulated workspace and state-of-the art facility in Rochester. We know that staffing interruptions and absence can affect workflow and productivity. To meet these challenges, we train onsite at company facilities throughout the seacoast. Our online classes are also recorded, allowing students to access content at the time that works best, offering flexibility in scheduling and learning modalities. We are proud of our faculty who collaborate with businesses to ensure the most up-to-date curriculum based on current industry trends.
We understand the distinct and unique challenges that businesses currently face and can create custom training programs that meet critical needs. We start with a needs analysis, build training plans and follow-up with course evaluations – all while gathering data to craft future programs. GBCC courses are designed to minimize onboarding and training time, to elevate productivity and efficiency, fill skills gaps, improve employee safety and meet compliance needs.
We have business training options for a variety of industries such as healthcare, transportation and retail. We are excited to launch new manufacturing and industrial training programs starting this October that can be completed in just four weeks. Also starting in October are courses in digital design, excel, data visualization and social media marketing. These courses, and the other BTC courses offered year-round are ideal to upgrade the skills of those seeking new opportunities, or current workers looking to increase their value. They also provide a great resource for entrepreneurs who may not have the benefit of assistance from other employees or corporate training programs.
As part of our commitment to the community, we will continue to stay in tune with current needs and trends while offering support that is responsive, flexible and has a solid return on investment. We thank our community partners that have put faith in us for their training needs such as Teledyne DGO in Portsmouth, Cobham in Exeter and US Foods in Seabrook, just to name a few. As the regionâs community college, we encourage local businesses to connect with us to help develop ways we can make our community â and local economy â as vibrant as possible.
Lynn Szymanski is the director of workforce development at Great Bay Community College, a comprehensive postsecondary institution in Portsmouth and Rochester offering quality academic and professional and technical education in support of workforce development and lifelong learning.
Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) Training  Â
GES291: Online Administrative Professional Training
As business culture evolves, so do the roles and responsibilities of administrative professionals. Many administrative professionals today give themselves a competitive edge by the earning the industry-recognized CAP certification. This 100% online course will help you gain the technical skills and knowledge needed to earn this valuable industry credential.
Registration and Enrollment
This course is 100% online. Start anytime.
Course Objectives
⢠Prepare to take the Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) exam
⢠Master the CAP body of knowledge
⢠Understand administrative fundamentals including financial responsibilities and project management
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites to take this course.
Job Outlook for Administrative Professionals
The Bureau of Labor Statistics states that the most recent median annual wage for administrative assistants was $39,850.Â
Among the Office and Administrative Support Occupations listed by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), those that require specialized skills offer the highest levels of pay and future opportunities.
Curriculum Overview
Below is the curriculum information that will be a part of the Certified Professional Administrator curriculum:
Organizational Communication (Part I)
Communication essentials; interacting with stakeholders and teams
Organizational Communication (Part II)
Organizational structure and systems; networking, interpersonal interactions and public speaking
Business Writing & Document Production
Business writing; publishing web documents, hard-copy documents, and meeting minutes
Technology & Information Distribution
Researching, gathering, compiling, and analyzing data and information; networks for information distribution and maintaining, backing-up, and storing data
Office & Records Management
The basics of creating functioning and productive workspaces; obtaining and managing resources for your office and working in a virtual office
Event & Project Management
Event and travel management: coordinating virtual meetings; project management, time management and negotiations
Human Resources
Human resources functions, duties, and processes; employee files, records and training
Financial Functions
Organizational finance: budgeting, financial statements, and financial transactions; banking process and the bank statement reconciliation process
Workplace Behaviors
Goal setting and creativity; problem solving, decision making and time management
Becoming an Administrative Assistant & Advancing Your Career
Job duties, responsibilities and personal characteristics of administrative assistants
Instructor
Becky Swaim
Becky Swaim has taught since 2000, focusing on Administrative Assistant Fundamentals, Administrative Assistant Applications, and Individual Excellence. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communication from California State University, Long Beach. Her experience includes managing large staff in medical billing and collections and as a program manager to various medical practices.
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Have Questions About the Program?
For futher info, call 855-520-6806 or email us at [email protected]
Become a CBCS Certified Medical Administrative Assistant
GES149: Online Medical Administration, Billing & Coding Training (Vouchers Included)
Nationwide, healthcare is one of the fastest growing fields for new jobs. This 100% online course will prepare you for a career in healthcare as a medical assistant and billing/coding specialist. By course completion, you will be ready to pass the Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) and the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exams, offered by the National Healthcareer Association.
Registration and Enrollment
This course is 100% online. Start anytime.
Course Objectives
⢠Be fully prepared to pass the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant exam, offered by National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
⢠Be fully prepared to pass the Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) exam, offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
⢠Learn the legal, ethical, and regulatory aspects of medical office management
⢠Understand HIPAA compliance and third-party guidelines for filing insurance claims
⢠Learn how the CPT Category II codes and ICD-10 codes work and how to assign them in common medical billing and coding procedures
⢠Learn medical terminology and the structures and functions of the human body
Job Outlook for Administrative Professionals
Medical administrative assistants combine two valuable skill sets in professions that are growing quickly, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
BLS data indicates job opportunities for medical assistants will grow by 23% overall by 2028.
According to PayScale.com, certified medical administrative assistants earn around $37,000 per year on average.
However, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that medical billing and coding specialists earn an average annual salary of $40,350 and work in one of the fastest growing professions.
Curriculum Overview
Below is the curriculum information that will be a part of the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant curriculum:
I: Medical Terminology
- Introduction to Medical Terminology
- The Musculoskeletal System
- The Cardiovascular System
- The Lymphatic & Immune System
- The Respiratory System
- The Digestive System
- The Urinary System
- The Nervous System
- The Special Senses – Eyes & Ears
- The Integumentary System
- The Endocrine System
- The Reproductive System
- Diagnostic Procedures, Nuclear Medicine & Pharmacology
II. Certified Medical Administrative Assistant
- Becoming an Administrative Medical Assistant
- Managing Stress & Improving Communication
- Law, Ethics, & Healthcare
- Improving Your Medical Office
- Computers in the Ambulatory Car Setting
- Telecommunications & Patient Scheduling
Midterm Exam
- Medical Terminology: Word Parts, Plurals, Abbreviations
- Managing Medical Records
- Written Communication
- Working with Medical Documents
- Medical Billing & Coding: An Overview
- Daily Financial Practices
- The Administrative Medical Assistant as Office Manager
Final Exam
III. Medical Billing & Coding
- Introduction to Medical Billing & Coding
- Healthcare Law
- Introduction to Health Insurance Terms
- Pharmacology for Coders
- ICD-10-CM Coding
- CPT and HCPCS Level II Coding
- Abstracting Information from Medical Documents
- New Patients, Insurance Claims, and EOBS
- Submitting Electronic Claims and CMS 1500
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
- Medicare
- Other Healthcare Programs
- ICD-10-PCS Coding (optional lesson)
- Survey of Hospital Billing
- Career Roadmap for Medical Billing and Coding – Find a Job Fast
Instructors
Nancy Smith
Nancy Smith has over 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry. Her clinical experience includes working as a medical assistant for a network of rural health clinics, and as a medical coder, insurance claims specialist, and medical records auditor. She worked as a medical office manager for ten years, where she recruited and trained all medical assistants. Nancy holds a bachelor’s degree in vocational education and has developed and taught medical assistant programs.
LaTisha Cottingham
LaTisha Cottingham has over 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry. She has six years of teaching experience in the field of medical billing and coding and Medical Assisting. Currently she is employed as an HIM Analyst for a long-term care establishment that is based out of Alabama.
Carline Dalgleish
Carline Dalgleish has worked in medical office administration for over 30 years. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Information Systems, a master’s degree in Leadership, and a post-baccalaureate certificate in Health Information Management. She is a Registered Health Information Administrator and an AHIMA Approved ICD-10-CM/PCS Trainer. Dalgleish is the author
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Have Questions About the Program?
For futher info, call 855-520-6806 or email us at [email protected]
Become an Electrical Technician
GES773: Online Electrical Technician Training
Electrical work has some of the best opportunities for career stability, especially for electrical technicians. If you want to start a career as an electrical technician, this 100% online course will teach you the fundamentals of working with and repairing electrical equipment.
Registration and Enrollment
This course is 100% online. Start anytime.
Course Objectives
⢠Master the basics of electrical theory and systems
⢠Learn PLC equipment and communication
⢠Understand advances in robot maintenance and installation
⢠Learn the basics of Six Sigma, 5S, Lean, and TPM
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites to take this course.
Job Outlook for Electrical Technicians
⢠Electrical technicians earn up to $43,000 annually on average, according to Burning Glass
⢠Burning Glass data also shows that job demand for electrical technicians will grow 2% over the next decade.
⢠Electrical technicians work across several high-demand industries, including scientific and technical services, transportation equipment manufacturing and electronic parts manufacturing.
Curriculum Overview
Below is the curriculum information that will be a part of the Electrical Technician curriculum:
Math
Fractions and decimals, units of measurement and basics of tolerance; algebra, geometry, trigonometry and blueprint reading
Inspection
Introduction to GD&T, optical comparators and CMMs; standards for inspecting and calibrating holes, threads and surfaces
Safety
OSHA, personal protective equipment, SDS and hazard communication; hand and power tool safety, safety for lifting devices and powered industrial truck safety
Quality & Manufacturing Management
Lean manufacturing, 5S and continuous process improvement; Six Sigma, conducting Kaizen events and value stream mapping
Machining
Safety for metal cutting; introduction to CAD and CAM for machining
Electrical/Mechanical Systems & Motor Controls
Electrical units, AC and DC power sources, distribution systems; introduction to circuits, relays, contactors, and motor starters
PLCs
Basics of Siemens PLC hardware, communication and inputs and outputs; Siemens human machine interfaces, SIMATIC PLCs and hand-held programmers
Automation
Automated systems and control; robot troubleshooting, maintenance and installations
Fasteners
Intro to fastener threads, fastener ergonomics and properties; understanding torque
Instructors
This is a completely self-pace course. Additional support will be provided through email and phone.
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Have Questions About the Program?
For futher info, call 855-520-6806 or email us at [email protected]
Become a Freight Broker/Agent
GES703: Learn How to Start Your Freight Brokerage
From licensing and operations to sales and marketing, learn how to get your broker license and start a successful freight brokerage â 100% online and at your own pace!
âThis course used real life examples and different learning materials that still help us operate a business.â Â
–Â Kay P., United Tribe Logistics
Registration and Enrollment
This course is 100% online. Start anytime.
Start anytime with 6 months to complete.
Course Objectives
Learn the ins and outs of the industry from experienced freight brokers.
Gain the knowledge and resources you need to register with the FMCSA, get a surety bond and break into the shipping industry.
Prerequisites and Requirements
There are no prerequisites to take this course.
However, this course focuses solely on U.S. domestic freight brokering, so itâs only recommended if you plan to do business in the United States.
Job Outlook for Freight Brokers
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) lists freight broker/agent as âBright Outlookâ career area, with over 30% job growth expected in the next five years.
According to the US Bureau of Transportation (USDOT), over 11 billion tons of freight move by truck each year. This number will grow, so skilled brokers are needed to keep the industry moving.
Curriculum Overview
Below is the curriculum information that will be a part of the Online Freight Broker/Agent Training curriculum:
The Basics of Freight Brokering
 Job duties, qualities and skills of an effective freight broker and a freight broker agent
Setting Up Your Business & Office
Steps needed to launch a brokerage and set up an office
Setting Goals & Developing Your Corporate Identity
Evaluate business goals and mission statements
Setting Up Your Shipper Packet & Carrier Packet
Documents to send to shippers and carriers
Operations & Using Operations Software
Forms, logs, and broker software that work best for business; how to avoid or manage day-to-day problems that freight brokers face
Types of Freight & Exploring Niche Markets
Differentiate between the types of freight and the types of niche markets available
Transportation Law
Transportation law most affect business as a broker or agent, and why they are important to operations
Broker Carrier Contracts
How contracts protect brokers and carriers
Broker-Shipper Agreements
Components of an effective broker-shipper agreement
Insurance for Carriers & Brokers
Insurance policies and forms essential for carriers and brokers
Recordkeeping, Accounting, & Financial Management
Different processes and records encountered as a broker freight
Determining Your Rate Quotes
Rate quotes that are based on relevant information
Carrier Relations & Solutions for Success
Situations from a carrier’s point of view
Sales & Profitability
Sales techniques and results as part of sales success
Advanced Marketing
Marketing efforts that will be beneficial for business
Develop Negotiating Skills
Negotiation skills from first real sales calls
Instructors
Jan Roach
Jan Roach has been a partner in a freight brokerage operation since 1995. For over 10 years, she ran a freight brokerage, overseeing sales, marketing, accounting and day-to-day operations. Roach holds a Bachelor of Science from Baylor University and has provided training for the freight industry since 2001.
Jeff Roach
Jeff Roach has been in the transportation industry since 1986. He founded his own freight brokerage in 1995, after working as the vice president of national accounts for a major truckload carrier. He grew his brokerage into a multimillion-dollar business and began developing freight broker courses in 2001. Roach holds a Bachelor of Science from Abilene Christian University.
Ready to Begin?
Have Questions About the Program?
For futher info, call 855-520-6806 or email us at [email protected]
Become a Certified Medical Billing & Coding Specialist
GES1014: Online Medical Billing & Coding Training (Voucher Included)
Medical billing and coding is a rising star in the healthcare field today. This 100% online course will prepare you to start a career in this high-demand occupation and earn the medical billing and coding professional certification that best aligns with your interest and career goals. Youâll learn how to use the Healthcare Common procedure Coding System (HCPCS) and the CPT Category II and ICD-10 codes. Additionally, youâll gain hands-on practice using medical billing and coding software.
Upon course completion, youâll receive a voucher for the certification exam of your choice: CPC, CCA or CBCS.
Registration and Enrollment
This course is 100% online. Start anytime.
Course Objectives
⢠Be fully prepared to pass one of the following professional certifications that best aligns with your interest and career goals:
â Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)Â
â Certified Coding Associate (CCA) exam offered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
â Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) exam offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
⢠Learn how the CPT Category II codes and ICD-10 codes work and how to assign them in common medical billing and coding procedures
⢠Gain hands-on billing experience with medical billing and coding software
⢠Externship Starter Kit to help you gain valuable experience in the field
⢠Medical Biller standalone option for those who arenât interested in Medical Coding
Prerequisites and Requirements
There are no prerequisites to take this course.
Job Outlook for Medical Billing & Coding Specialists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), medical billing and coding specialists earn an average annual salary of $40,350 and work in one of the fastest growing professions.
The BLS also estimates that at least 27,000 new jobs will be needed in this profession by 2026.
Curriculum Overview
Below is the curriculum information that will be a part of the Medical Billing & Coding Training curriculum:
I. Medical Terminology
- Introduction to Medical Terminology
- The Musculoskeletal System
- The Cardiovascular System
- The Lymphatic & Immune System
- The Respiratory System
- The Digestive System
- The Urinary System
- The Nervous System
- The Special Senses â Eyes & Ears
- The Integumentary System
- The Endocrine System
- The Reproductive System
- Diagnostic Procedures, Nuclear Medicine & Pharmacology
II. Medical Billing & Coding
- Introduction to Medical Billing & Coding
- Introduction to Health Insurance
- Managed Healthcare
- Revenue Cycle Management
- Legal Aspects of Health Insurance and Reimbursement
- ICD-10-CM Coding
- CPT Coding
- HCPCS Level II Coding
- ICD-10-PCS Coding
- Pharmacology for Coders
Midterm
- Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI)
- Insurance Claims
- Commercial Insurance
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
- Medicare
- Medicaid, CHIP, TRICARE, Worker’s Compensation
- Certification
- How to Find a Job in Medical Billing & Coding
Final
Instructors
Nancy Smith
Nancy Smith has over 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry. Her clinical experience includes working as a medical assistant for a network of rural health clinics, and as a medical coder, insurance claims specialist, and medical records auditor. Nancy holds a bachelor’s degree in vocational education and has developed and taught medical assistant programs.
LaTisha Cottingham
LaTisha Cottingham has over 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry. She has six years of teaching experience in the field of medical billing and coding and Medical Assisting. Currently she is employed as an HIM Analyst for a long-term care establishment that is based out of Alabama.
Ready to Begin?
Have Questions About the Program?
For futher info, call 855-520-6806 or email us at [email protected]
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Become a Pharmacy Technician
GES117: Online Pharmacy Technician Training Course
Thereâs no shortage of pharmacies in need of skilled pharmacy technicians! This 100% online course will prepare you for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) National Certification exam and help you complete an externship with a leading pharmacy chain.Â
Registration and Enrollment
This course is 100% online. Start anytime.
Course Objectives
⢠Learn federal and state laws that govern pharmacies, as well as the ethics of pharmacy practice.
⢠Be fully prepared to sit for the National Certification exam titled Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE), offered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
⢠Become eligible to apply for a 100+ hour externship at a national pharmacy chain.
Prerequisites and Requirements
There are no prerequisites to take this course. However, the externship requires that you have a high school diploma and be at least 18 years old.
Job Outlook for Pharmacy Technicians
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), demand for pharmacy technicians will grow 12% through 2028 â that equates to over 30,000 new jobs!
The BLS notes that on average, pharmacy technicians earn an annual salary of $32,700. Top earners can make up to $47,000 per year.
Curriculum Overview
Below is the curriculum information that will be a part of the Pharmacy Technician curriculum:
Orientation to Pharmacy
History, foundations and role of the pharmacy technician in todayâs healthcare system
Pharmacy Law & Ethics
Introduction to law, liability and federal regulations of controlled substances
Pharmaceutical Calculations
Basic, community and institutional pharmacy math to calculate dosages and dilutions
Pharmacology
The science of pharmacology, evolution of drugs and administration of pharmacological agents
Communication Skills
Verbal and non-verbal methods, HIPAA regulations
Insurance & Inventory Procedures
Cost analysis, purchasing procedures and record keeping
Lab Module
Interactive lab for the retail and hospital settings
Clinical Rotations
Virtual externship in the retail and hospital settings
Final Exam
Final comprehensive exam to qualify for externship
Instructors
Melissa Dunworth
Melissa Dunworth has been a certified pharmacy technician since 1997. She is registered with the New Mexico Board of Pharmacy. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Sciences.
Betty Stahl
Betty Stahl holds a doctorate in pharmacy from Shenandoah University. Over the past several years, she has taught pharmacy technician programs at ASA College in New York City and ACT in Arlington, Virginia. Stahl has also worked as a pharmacist in independent and hospital settings.
