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Certificate Programs
in Business & Skills Training at Sanford Community Adult Education
CERTIFICATE SQL
with LERN U Got Class, Sanford Community Adult Education

Structured Query Language (SQL) is the industry standard database programming language. It is one of the most in demand skills in occupations that require interaction with data and analyzing data. Through your knowledge of Structured Query Language, you will become more marketable in computer related career fields that pertain to database administration. Learning SQL can also lead to a job that is specific to analyzing data such as a data analyst, a quality assurance analyst, or a business analyst. You’ll first learn about relational database structures, the history and uses of Structured Query Language, and how to use Structured Query Language to create a database, add records to database tables, and how to use SQL queries to extract meaningful data from database tables. You will quickly progress from creating simple SQL queries that query a single table to querying multiple tables simultaneously. You’ll also learn how to alter data in a database and how to gather significant statistics from data stored in a database. Finally, you'll learn techniques that will enable you to write powerful queries that perform complicated searches and sorts on your data. This certificate will enhance your competitiveness in the field of database administration and data analyst jobs.
This includes three classes which may be taken individually or grouped as a certificate:
Introduction to SQL - $245
Intermediate SQL - $245
Advanced SQL - $245
Classes go through the following dates for certificates:
May 5 - Aug 1
June 2 - Aug 29
For full details, see: https://www.yougotclass.org/index.cfm/Sanford
Dental Assisting with RHS National Competency (SELF-PACED)
with Academy of Medical Professions, Sanford Community Adult Education

There is a cost of $3,200 to enroll in the class. If you choose to do a payment plan through Academy of Medical Professions, Cost is $3,425.
This is an online course. This class can be taken anytime, anywhere. All classes are pre-recorded for you to take at your own pace. You still have instructor support for this self-paced class.
Registration for this class is free, meaning there is no fee to sign up for this course. However, once registered, there is a cost of $3,200 to enroll in the class. This registration doesn't secure your spot in the class. Your registration details are necessary for SCAE to forward to Academy Medical Professions. Payments go directly to Academy Medical Professions. They offer multiple payment methods.
After signing up for the class, you'll receive a packet to fill out and send directly to Academy Medical Professions. Once you have filled out the paperwork and the requested information, the Academy of Medical Professions will contact you to complete your registration process.
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This 12-week all-inclusive Certificate Program in Dental Assisting is one of the most high-demand careers. This program is designed to teach all aspects of dental assisting and provide you with 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. We can now offer an option for Lab days, please ask for more details! The price of the course includes all books, exam preparation materials, and fees for the DANB RHS certificate program. Upon passing the DANB RHS, you will receive a certificate of knowledge based on competency for that component from DANB.
If you have any other questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact SCAE at Adulted@sanford.org
Medical Coding with CPC Certification with Practicode (SELF-PACED)
with Academy of Medical Professions, Sanford Community Adult Education

There is a cost of $5,150 to enroll in the class. If you choose to do a payment plan through Academy of Medical Professions, Cost is $5,375.
This is an online course. This class can be taken anytime anywhere. All classes are pre-recorded for you to take at your own pace. You still have instructor support for this self-paced class.
Registration for this class is free, meaning there is no fee to sign up for the course. However, once registered, there is a cost of $5,150 to enroll in the class. Your registration doesn't secure your spot in the class. Your registration details are necessary for SCAE to forward to American Medical Professions. Payments go directly to American Medical Professions. They offer multiple payment methods.
All Medical Coding Programs Offered
$3,950 Medical Coding (CPC-A Certification) (20 - Weeks)
$5,150 Medical Coding w/Practicode (CPC Certification) (20 - Weeks)
After signing up for the class, you'll receive a packet to fill out and send directly to American Medical Professions. Once you have filled out the paperwork and the requested information, Academy of Medical Professions will contact you to complete your registration process.
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This 20-week, in-depth medical coding for CPC certification through AAPC. This program is designed to teach all aspects of medical coding, providing you with the skills needed to become nationally certified and to get into the job market as a Certified Professional Coder. This certificate program includes Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, 2 CPC-A exam attempts, AAPC membership, 3 practice CPC tests, and all books. Basic computer skills are required. $3,950; Adding Practicode (6 - 10 - week online program) will remove the apprenticeship designation from the CPC Credential; $5,150. Payment plans available.
If you have any other questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact SCAE at AdultEd@Sanford.org
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Medical Coding with CPC-A National Certification (SELF-PACED)
with Academy of Medical Professions, Sanford Community Adult Education

There is a cost of $3,950 to enroll in the class. If you choose to do a payment plan through Academy of Medical Professions, Cost is $4,325.
This is an online course. This class can be taken anytime anywhere. All classes are pre-recorded for you to take at your own pace. You still have instructor support for the self-paced class.
Registration for this class is free, meaning there is no fee to sign up for the course. However, once registered, there is a cost of $3,950 to enroll in the class. Your registration doesn't secure your spot in the class. Your registration details are necessary for SCAE to forward to American Medical Professions. Payments go directly to American Medical Professions. They offer multiple payment methods.
All Medical Coding Programs Offered
$3,950 Medical Coding (CPC-A Certification) (20 - Weeks)
$5,150 Medical Coding w/Practicode (CPC Certification) (20 - Weeks)
$1,200 Practicode only (6 - 10 Weeks) - Adding Practicode will remove the apprenticeship designation from the CPC credential.
After signing up for the class, you'll receive a packet to fill out and send directly to American Medical Professions. Once you have filled out the paperwork and the requested information, Academy of Medical Professions will contact you to complete your registration process.
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- This program will be held once a week for 20 weeks. Upon completion of the program, you will sit for your CPC national certification which is included in tuition. Your title will be a CPC-A, for the first year; CPC-A means you will be considered a certified coder with an Apprentice designation for one year. Once you have worked for a year, you will have your Apprentice title removed and be an official CPC! This program consists of Medical Terminology/Anatomy for ICD-10 and Medical Coding curriculum.
If you have any other questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact SCAE at AdultEd@Sanford.org
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Medical Transcription Certificate (SELF-PACED)
with Academy of Medical Professions, Sanford Community Adult Education

There is a cost of $3,200 to enroll in the class. If you choose to do a payment plan through Academy of Medical Professions, Cost is $3,425.
This is an online course. This class can be taken anytime anywhere. All classes are pre-recorded for you to take at your own pace. You still have instructor support for the self-paced class.
Registration for this class is free, meaning there is no fee to sign up for the course. However, once registered, there is a cost of $3,200 to enroll in the class itself. Your registration doesn't secure your spot in the class. Your registration details are necessary for SCAE to forward to American Medical Professions. Payments go directly to American Medical Professions. They offer multiple payment methods.
After signing up for the class, you'll receive a packet to fill out and send directly to American Medical Professions. Once you have filled out the paperwork and the requested information, Academy of Medical Professions will reach out to you to complete your registration process.
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Medical Transcription is a desired field for most people to work from 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 completion of 16-week 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. The program includes Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, and Transcription.
$3,200 includes everything for the course and the field. The required typing skills are above 60 WPM, and Microsoft Word proficiency.
If you have any other questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact SCAE at AdultEd@Sanford.org
Pharmacy Technician National Certification with PTCB (SELF-PACED)
with Academy of Medical Professions, Sanford Community Adult Education

There is a cost of $2,850 to enroll in the class. If you choose to do a payment plan through Academy of Medical Professions, Cost is $3,100.
This is an online course. This class can be taken anytime, anywhere. All classes are pre-recorded for you to take at your own pace. You still have instructor support for the self-paced class.
Registration for this class is free, meaning there is no fee to sign up for the course. However, once registered, there is a cost of $2,850 to enroll in the class. Your registration doesn't secure your spot in the class. Your registration details are necessary for SCAE to forward to American Medical Professionals. Payments go directly to American Medical Professionals. They offer multiple payment methods.
After signing up for the class, you'll receive a packet to fill out and send directly to American Medical Professionals. Once you have filled out the paperwork and the information requested, Academy of Medical Professionals will reach out to you to complete your registration process.
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All-Inclusive 14 week program, you will learn everything from the role of the technician in the pharmacy setting to the basic sciences at the core of pharmacy practice, to preparing for the PTCB exam. You will learn complete drug information that includes proper name, spelling and pronunciation, drug class, generic and trade name, route of administration, dosage, and more of hundreds of drugs. You will be able to identify pills on sight with pill photos, gain a better understanding of how certain drugs work within the body with a concise review of relevant anatomy and physiology, and stay up to date with cutting-edge pharmacy practice with the latest information on new drugs, regulations, HIPAA guidelines, and safety procedures.
$2,850 This Certificate program includes all course materials and PTCB National Certification (CPhT) Exam fee.
If you have any other questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact SCAE at AdultEd@sanford.org
CERTIFICATE Accounting & Finance for Non-Financial Managers
with LERN U Got Class, Sanford Community Adult Education

This is an online course. This class can be taken anytime, anywhere during the class dates specified.
Registration can be done up to a week after class starts.
Every successful person in the workplace utilizes financial information to aid effective decision-making. The Certificate in Accounting and Finance for Non-Financial Managers explains financial concepts and accounting processes used in most businesses. It will provide practical techniques that will increase your effectiveness and career. First, get a foundation to understand the seven steps in the accounting cycle and use financial information in decision-making. Come away with the knowledge to analyze resource allocation and evaluate financial performance. Then find out what you need to know about cash. Cash is the non-financial manager who makes a difference in the day-to-day cash activities. Discover how to maximize cash flow, learn the importance of cash and find out your role in cash flow success. Finally, acquire advanced knowledge of the financial information that drives your organization. See how business reports are assessed and analyzed. An understanding of this information will help you make smart decisions when it comes to budgeting, setting goals, and assessing performance within your area of influence. Learn to use financial information in decision-making.
This includes three classes which may be taken individually or grouped as a certificate:
Account & Finance for Non-Financial Managers - $195
Cash is King - $195
Financial Analysis & Planning - $195
For full details, see: https://www.yougotclass.org/index.cfm/Sanford
Certificate Runs: June 2, 2025 through Aug 29, 2025
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact SCAE at AdultEd@sanford.org
CERTIFICATE Bookkeeping
with LERN U Got Class, Sanford Community Adult Education

This is an online course. This class can be taken anytime, anywhere during the class dates specified.
Registration can be done up to a week after class starts.
How do you manage the finances of a business? Whether you are an entrepreneur, running a family business, or just looking to advance your career and add to your skill set, this Bookkeeping Certificate will provide you with the knowledge needed to measure, and manage, the financial health of your business. This program focuses on cash basis accounting. No one will care more about the financial health of your business than you! It’s imperative that you understand how the process works and are able to complete the accounting cycle accurately and in a timely fashion. Even if you plan to outsource your bookkeeping needs, you should still understand how the process works. No one should be clueless when it comes to the finances of their business. The Bookkeeping Certificate courses must be taken in the below order (the classes build off each other): - Understanding Debits and Credits- General Ledger and Month- End Procedures- Closing Procedures and Financial Statements.
This includes three classes which may be taken individually or grouped as a certificate:
Understanding Debits and Credits $195
General Ledger and Month End Procedures $195
Closing Procedures and Financial Statements $195
For full details, see: https://www.yougotclass.org/index.cfm/Sanford
Certificate Runs: June 2, 2025 through Aug 29, 2025
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact SCAE at AdultEd@sanford.org