Prepares students to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) or NHA ExCPT exam, and gain entry-level employment as a pharmacy technician.  Applicable skills:

Demonstrates knowledge and skills in areas of science relevant to the pharmacy technician’s role, including anatomy/physiology and pharmacology.

Compares and contrasts the roles of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in ensuring pharmacy department compliance with professional standards and relevant legal, regulatory, formulary, contractual, and safety requirements.

Prepares medications requiring compounding of sterile and chemotherapy/hazardous products. Prepares medications requiring compounding of nonsterile products. Applies patient- and medication-safety practices in all aspects of the pharmacy technician’s role. Utilizes quality assurance practices with pharmaceuticals, durable and nondurable medical equipment, devices, and supplies.

Processes and handles medications and medication orders. Employs accepted procedures in purchasing pharmaceuticals, devices, and supplies. Initiates, verifies and assists in the adjudication of billing for pharmacy services and goods, and collects payment for these services.

Describes the use of current technology in the healthcare environment to ensure the safety and accuracy of medication dispensing.

On average this course is 589 hours of independent, online instruction.

For more detailed information: Pharmacy Technician Online

This course is WIOA Approved.

This program is to prepare graduates for an entry-level career as a physical therapist aide.  Applicable skills:

Demonstrate understanding of the importance of and techniques used in good customer service and effective communication between the aide, the physical therapist, and the patient.

Show understanding of common physical therapy techniques, including the use of heat and cold modalities, and their effects on the body. Use appropriate medical terminology related to body systems and physical disorders in order to communicate accurately with patients and colleagues.

Show understanding of the importance of a safe health care environment, including potential hazards and fall prevention, and the aide’s role in maintaining a clean, safe workplace.

On average this course is 163 hours of independent, online instruction.

For more detailed information: Physical Therapy Aide PROGRAM OUTLINE

This course is WIOA Approved.

Prepares students for an entry-level position as a Dental Assistant along with elements and principles of ethical decision making that underpin good clinical practice.

Prepares patients for dental treatments. Identifies necessary materials and instruments for various types of dental treatments and how to clean and sterilize them.  Assists the dentist and/or dental hygienist by performing tasks such as handing them the proper equipment, using suction hoses to keep a patient's mouths dry, processing X-rays, properly noting dental charts, and dealing with emergency situations.

Advises patients how to maintain proper dental hygiene.  Learns proper techniques to avoid the transmission of disease in the dental environment and learns the various types of anesthesia used.

Assists the dentist and/or dental hygienist during various types of composite restoration procedures and with the creation of crowns, bridges, inlays, onlays, and dentures. Identifies and explains different instruments and procedures used in the specialty dental fields of endodontics, periodontics, pediatrics, orthodontics, prosthodontics, and oral and maxillofacial surgery.

Schedules and views appointments, maintains billing records, processes insurance claims, maintains employee time cards, adheres to confidentiality requirements, and creates e-claims using dental software.

Describes how to follow HIPPA requirements. Learns the process of an OSHA site visit.

On average this course is 274 hours of independent, online instruction.

For more detailed information: Dental Assistant PROGRAM OUTLINE

This course is WIOA Approved.

Prepares students for an entry-level career as an HVACR technician in residential and light construction field.  Applicable skills:

Comprehend mathematical processes and use of formulas necessary for design, evaluation, and installation of HVACR systems. Understand composition and usage of HVACR materials, equipment, and tools required for installation and diagnostic tasks. Understand the refrigeration cycle, gas laws, and properties of refrigerants required for diagnostic and systems design.

Comprehend drawings, technical diagrams, and specification charts required for installation and repair of HVACR systems. Understand theories and processes for evaluating and installing electrical systems and controls. Comprehend procedures for installing, inspecting, testing, repairing, and maintaining HVACR systems.

Recognize and know procedures for following government regulations regarding the conservation, recovery, and recycling of refrigerants. Recognize safety procedures and established regulations related to workplace and job requirements.

Upon completion you will be prepared to sit for the HVACR Certificate, Includes EPA Cert. Test

On average this course is 488 hours of independent, online instruction.

For more detailed information: HVACR Technician PROGRAM OUTLINE

This course is WIOA  Approved.

A Veterinary Assistant helps the Veterinarian or the Veterinarian Technician in their daily tasks. They may feed, water, and examine pets for signs of illness, disease, or injury; clean and disinfect cages and work areas, as well as sterilize laboratory and surgical equipment in laboratories, animal hospitals and clinics.  

The program goal for this online Veterinary Assistant program is to prepare students to work as veterinary assistants under the supervision of veterinarians and veterinary technicians in small or large animal hospitals or clinics. This on-line course includes training and education in animal care, behavior, medical terminology, skeletal and muscular system, anatomy, nutrition system, History & Physical examination, immunology, emergency care, radiology, veterinary practice procedures and general accounting practices. The program also prepares the students to take the national test to become an Approved Veterinary Assistant.  Finally, students are asked to identify an externship site and are expected to complete a minimum of 100 hours of practice. 

Students must be at least 18 years of age and have completed high school or equivalent. Students must be proficient in keyboarding, have a basic understanding of a word processing program (Microsoft Word recommended) Students will be responsible for coordinating their own volunteer experience.

Veterinary Assistant training can help you make a difference in the lives of animals and the people who love them. Our course will prepare you for a rewarding career working as a veterinary assistant in a veterinary hospital, animal shelter, or other environment that requires a background in animal sciences.

On average this course is 583 hours of independent, online instruction.

For more detailed information: Veterinary Assistant Online PROGRAM OUTLINE

This course is WIOA  Approved.