In-depth medical coding for CPC certification. 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 for ICD-10 coding, CPC exam, AAPC membership, 3 practice CPC tests, and all books. Basic computer skills are required.

Payment plans are available. Call our Adult Education office for more information.

This certification program will teach you the practical real-world skills essential for success in the healthcare field.  This completely inclusive course consists of Medical Terminology, Medical Front Office Skills, EHR/EMR for the Medical Office and the Administrative Medical Assistant.  Upon completion of all courses, you will sit for your CMAA (Certified Medical Administrative Assistant) Examination and CBCS (Certified Billing Specialist) through the National Health career Association and you will receive a certificate of medical billing through the Academy of Medical Professions.

To register & pay for this class, please use the link below:

https://academyofmedicalprofessions.com/medical-office-specialist-(cmaa).html

Option 1: Live Online Instruction or Option 2: Self-Paced

This course provides practical real-world skills essential for success in the healthcare field. This all-inclusive course consists of Medical Terminology, Medical Front Office Skills, Electronic Medical Records for the Medical Office, and Medical Billing. In addition, upon completion of all courses, you will sit for your CMAA (Certified Medical Administrative Assistant) and Billing Specialist National Certification exams through the NHA. Includes national certifications, books, and fees.

Call our Adult Education office for more information.

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.

The course runs either 16 weeks or up to 6 months.

Call our Adult Education office for more information.

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 are provided with the course fee. Classes are online 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. Program includes medical terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, and transcription. $3200, includes everything for the course and the field. Required: typing skills above 60 WPM, Microsoft Word proficient. Jessica will make contact with Academy of Medical Professionals, and AMP will contact you with specific registration steps for the class.

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Academy of Medical Professions (AMP) is in partnership with Houlton/Hodgdon Adult Ed, Houlton Regional Hospital, and Katahdin Valley Health Center.

See Attached Flyer for More Information on 5 Healthcare Programs offered through AMP.

• FREE if eligible for sponsorship, scholarship, agency assistance, or workforce training funds. 
• And if you don't qualify, payment plans are available. 

Medical Transcription.

This class is an online - anytime class and it runs once a week for 16 wks. 

For More Information and to Apply:  

Call Adult Ed at 521-3100 ext. 5 or email patricia.sloat@rsu29.org  or visit www.rsu29-70.maineadulted.org

WHO IS A MEDIAL TRANSCRIPTIONIST?

As a Medical Transcriptionist, you are responsible for receiving verbal information and typing that information into a word processing program, such as Microsoft Word or Word Perfect.  This information must be transcribed accurately, using the format specified by the provider (SOAP notes, discharge summaries, and other report forms).

Basic computer knowledge is a must, as are basic typing skills and knowledge of commonly used word processing programs. Most doctors or transcription companies ask for a minimum of 60 WPM. Also, many companies now use the Internet, which gives you the opportunity to work out of your home without having to drop off and pick up tapes.

Are you employed as a phlebotomist or clinical medical assistant and don't have your National Healthcare Association certification? A real plus for career advancement or employment. Lake Region & Fryeburg Area Adult Education is an authorized site to proctor this nationally recognized exam. Visit nhanow.com to determine if you qualify to sit for the exam based on your work experience. Examinees self-register and pay for the exam online. Then call us to arrange a testing date!

Interested in working in an office, but don't know where to begin?  Learn office technology and workplace skills to prepare for a variety of administrative careers.

Part 1 of the program begins with office skills: Microsft Office, communication, time and project management, Quickbooks, technical writing, email, office machines, and resumes and interviewing.

Part 2 is our Certified Medical Administrative Assistant course. If you afre interested in working in amy medical office (healthcare, dental, eye, chiropractic), this national certification shows that you ahve the skills for success.  CMAA topics include:

• Scheduling 
• Customer service
• HIPAA
• Insurance forms
• General billing
• Common medical laws
• Medical ethics
• General medical office procedures

Next program starts Fall 2024.  Contact us for more information.