Certificates & Workplace Training

Medical assistatnts are responsible for a variety of medical office tasks from administrative to technical and scientific duties and must have high quality people skills. Some of the job duties include cleaning and dressing wounds, taking blood samples, administering medications, taking vitals, preparing patient for EKGs, obtaining a patient's history, and assisting physicians during examinations. Our program provides virtual reality-style classwork, as well as traditional teaching for a blended learning experience. Practicals are performed during the program to ensure that the student has proper techniques and will be ready to pass national certification. Upon completion of the program, you will sit for national certification exam through NHA. Course fee includes national certification, 6 practice exams, online study materials, books, resume assistance, and associated fees. Externships may be available in your area. Payment plans available. Call Academy of Medical Professions toll free 866-516-8274, 207-721-0714 or email info @academyofmedicalprofessions.com. No class April 21 and 23.

This program is designed to teach all aspects of medical coding and provide you the skills needed to become nationally certified and get into the job market as a Certified Coder. 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 contact: Academy of Medical Professions toll free at 866-516-8274 or www.academyofmedicalprofessions.com.

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 a national certificate exam. This program is taught by a dentist and includes an opportunity for internships. The price of the course includes all books, exam preparation material and fees for the DANB RHS certificate program. Payment plans are available. CDA, RHS are registered trademarks of the Dental Assisting National Board, Inc. (DANB). This course is not reviewed or endorsed by DANB. Call Academy of Medical Professions toll free 866-516-8274, 207-721-0714 or email info @academyofmedicalprofessions.com. No class April 20 and May 25.

Would you like to become a Certified Nursing Assistant? This State-approved 180-hour course consists of classroom time, lab practice and clinical work. Time is spent on the aspects of caring for patients and residents, diseases and disease processes, and anatomy and physiology. Clinical hours allow the student to practice what was learned in the classroom with actual hands-on experience. The Certified Nursing Assistant State Competency Test is administered upon completion of the course. To register for this class, download the application HERE and return it to the adult ed center in Topsham, or Morse High School. Apply early for funding resources. For more information, call Raye Leonard, project administrator, at 729-7323.