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Introduction to Mac Basics
with BoomerTech Adventures with Maine educators Jill Spencer, Chris Toy, and Ed Brazee, Lake Region & Fryeburg Area Adult Education
In this online, self-paced course, you will learn everything you need to know to make your Mac computer (laptop or desktop) hum! Areas of focus include: Mac Operating System, features of the Mac, choosing the best browser, using Spotlight Search, learning how to use the Finder and App Store, understanding the keyboard, and learning the icons that define a Mac computer.
Introduction to Technical Writing
with MindEdge Instructor, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education
Technical writing is a highly coveted professional skill that involves absorbing technical information and then communicating it through a document that is tailored to a specific audience, usually to inform, instruct, or persuade. This introductory course will explain what technical writing is and what technical writers do, exploring the tools, techniques, and strategies they employ. It will also guide you through the technical writing process, from initial plans to final revisions.
This is an online class and can start at any time.
Click the link for more information.
Introduction to Zoom Basics
with BoomerTech Adventures with Maine educators Jill Spencer, Chris Toy, and Ed Brazee, Lake Region & Fryeburg Area Adult Education
Using Zoom more than ever? This is an online, self-paced way to learn everything you need to know about the Zoom Video Conferencing platform. The course videos demonstrate examples of using Zoom on different devices—smartphones, tablets, and computers. Course content includes: Muting audio and video; using chat; screen sharing; recording; trouble-shooting; scheduling meetings; break-out rooms; and more. This course is appropriate for Zoom beginners as well as those who have used Zoom and want to learn more.
Maximize Your iPad’s Potential
with BoomerTech Adventures with Maine educators Jill Spencer, Chris Toy, and Ed Brazee, Lake Region & Fryeburg Area Adult Education
Learn to increase your capabilities to communicate, create, and connect by mastering your iPad’s features. This online, self-paced course covers navigating your iPad, its Camera and Photos apps, the options available in Settings, ways to communicate through writing and video, plus how to answer and make phone calls. Plus, you will learn about the apps that came already loaded on your iPad like the Calendar and Siri, your virtual assistant. It is important that you have the most current iOS update; but don’t worry—if you don’t know how, we will show you the steps. Finally, you will also learn about accessibility features that are helpful for folks with finger mobility, sight, or hearing difficulties.
MCCA (Maine College and Career Access)
with Michelle Guillaume, Spruce Mountain Adult Education
Maine College and Career Access (MCCA) offers high-quality academic and advising services designed to support learners in enrolling in post-high school education or training.
Participants benefit from comprehensive support aimed at achieving valuable credentials and securing high-quality employment.
MCCA ensures individuals acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue their educational and career goals successfully.
Medical Billing Specialist with Electronic Health Records (Vouchers Included)
with Ed2Go, Massabesic Adult and Community Education
Start Anytime! This comprehensive bundle will train you for one of today's fastest-growing careers. The Medical Billing Specialist course offers valuable training in legal, ethical, and regulatory concepts that are central to this field, including HIPAA compliance, fraud and abuse in medical billing, and third-party payer guidelines. You will also understand all phases of the revenue cycle, including patient registration, charge capture, medical coding, claim submission, data analytics, payer reimbursement, patient billing, and collection practices.
Medical Terminology is truly the language of medicine. You will study the word parts, structures, and functions of the human body. You will also learn about the disorders and medical procedures that are common to each body system, including musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, nervous, endocrine, integumentary, genitourinary, lymphatic, and immune.
Electronic health record specialists are critical in today's healthcare environment, where timely access to accurate patient records is vital to the safety and treatment of patients. This course teaches the skills required to become a Certified Electronic Health Record Specialist (CEHRS) through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), including charting, HIPAA compliance, electronic health record management, and insurance and billing. You will be prepared to work on a health information management team, auditing records, compiling reports for patient tracking, and coordinating the systems that keep our healthcare facilities operating.
After successful completion of the course requirements, you will receive a Certificate of Completion from the school through which you enrolled. Upon completion of this course, you should be well prepared to find your place in this rewarding healthcare career. You will also be able to take the Certified Professional Biller (CPB) exam offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) and the Certified Electronic Health Record Specialist (CEHRS) exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
This course offers enrollment with vouchers. The voucher is prepaid access to sit for the certifying exam upon eligibility. Proctor fees may apply, which are not included.
Disclaimer: To qualify for the externship applications process, students must successfully complete the online course content and have account balances up to date (at a minimum). Going through the externship application process does not guarantee an externship. COVID may be affecting the externship process or site availability in your area. Students can begin researching the steps of the application process 2 weeks prior to completing courses.
Find out more and register today by visiting the Ed2Go website.
Medical Coding with CPC-A Certification
with Academy of Medical Professions, Five Town CSD Adult & Community Education
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.
Medical Office Specialist
with Academy of Medical Professions, RSU 19 Adult Education
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