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Access Complete, 2007

($120 + textbook)
This course covers creating tables; primary keys, saving and selecting objects, changing table structure, managing and editing records, using the clipboard, creating and working in forms and reports, using querie, calculated fields and statistical functions, establishing relational tables, using the form wizard, filtering records, using hyperlinks, prompting for user input, and customizing reports. Upon completion, the successful student will be able to pass the Microsoft Certified Application Specialists Exam.
Asheboro
CAS3070C 91090 - 6-9P, TTh, 10/6-11/24
Online-Educator
CAS3070CX 91091 - 9/11-10/30
CAS3070CX 91092 - 11/6-12/25

Anatomy & Physiology for EMS Professionals

($175)
Prerequisite: Medical Terminology
This course provides a basic study of the structure and function of the human body. The curriculum consists of objectives from Appendix E of the 1998 Release of the United States Department of Transportation (US DOT) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) EMT-Paramedic: NSC. Topics include a basic study of the body systems as well as an introduction to homeostasis, cells, tissues, nutrition, acid-base balance, and electrolytes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the fundamental principles of anatomy and physiology. This course is a prerequisite for EMS 3031, Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic Initial, can be taken as an elective for the Medical Office Assistant Program.
Online-Educator
MS3000AX H2269 - 9/11-12/18

Electronic Health Record

($120 +)
Asheboro
MED3006H 91099 - 6-9P, TTh, 10/6-11/17

HCPCS

($120 + textbook + software)
Prerequisite: Medical Coding for Physicians Office
The student will gain an in-depth knowledge of both Level I and Level II HCPCS from coding to Medicaid and Medicare regulations pertaining to HCPCS. The student will have a thorough knowledge of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Web site and free resources available through CMS and will learn to navigate the Medicare Claims Processing Manual. The basic principles and conventions of CPT coding, illustrations of applications of these principles with examples and exercises based on actual case documentation, and information on how to analyze clinical data for the purposes of coding and reimbursement are all included in this course.
Online-Educator
MED3030CX 91208 - 9/11-10/23
MED3030CX 91209 -11/6-12/18
Asheboro
MED3030C 91266 - 12:30-3:30P, TTh, 9/22-11/3

Health Unit Secretary & Coordinator

($120 + textbook)
Prerequisite: Medical Terminology
This class conforms to the Health Unit Coordinator national certification exam content outline that is based on the national job analysis performed by the Certification Board's testing agency. The student is trained to perform the many secretarial and record-keeping duties of the nursing station and other ways in which to support the health care team.
Online-Educator
OSC3608AX 91210 - 9/11-11/6
OSC3608AX 01043 - 11/6-1/1

Hospital Billing and Coding

($120 + textbook)
Prerequisite: Medical Terminology
This course focuses on processing inpatient and outpatient services for acute, subacute, long-term care, and specialty and clinic facilities using the Uniform Bill-92 or UB92. It exposes learners to many provider specialties to build familiarity with any unique requirements of the specialties. Another objective is to provide the practice necessary to build learner confidence in claims processing procedures. Learners will be able to adapt to different care environments and understand the logic used by insurance companies to determine coverage.
Online-Educator
MED3030JX 91211 - 9/11-11/6 Online-Educator
MED3030JX 01040 - 11/6-1/1 Online-Educator
Asheboro
MED3030J 91212 - 8:30-11:30A, TTh, 10/6-12/3

Medical Coding Exam Review for AHIMA CCS-P & CCA Exams

($120 + textbook)
This class is for physician-based coding, which is the first step in the medical office coding certification process. It builds on previous coursework and/or applicable employment experience. It includes technical information and focuses on test-taking strategies for the various types of exams and preparation. The text focuses on test-taking information and how tests are constructed. The mock exams are constructed from the same format as the national exams.
Online-Educator
MED3030FX 91217 - 9/11-10/23
MED3030FX 91218 - 11/6-12/18

Medical Transcription, Intermediate

($175+)
Prerequisite: Medical Transcription, Beginning
In addition to enhancing the student's knowledge of the format and organization of the medical report, this class introduces the student to transcription rules, proofreader's marks, a sample patient history form, the Lund Browder chart, laboratory test information, sample forms for ordering laboratory tests, radiology tests and consults, medical supplies and both inpatient and outpatient reports. This class includes 100 reports with an intermediate level of noise, differing accents, and difficulty of terminology. The reports to be transcribed include history and physical examinations, radiology reports, operative reports, pathology reports, requests for consultation, death summaries, discharge summaries, and autopsy reports with an introduction to HPIP and SOAP reports. This class is structured in a way that allows the student with a home computer system and access to the Internet to complete it with no additional costs.
Online-Educator
NUR3236BX 91228 - 9/11-12/25
Online-Moodle
NUR3236BX 01041 - 11/6-2/19

Medical Transcription, Advanced

($175+)
Prerequisite: Medical Transcription, Intermediate
Students in this class transcribe 720 minutes of dictated medical reports including diagnostic imaging/ interventional radiology, oncology, hematology/infectious diseases, pediatrics/neonatology, gastroenterology, respiratory/pulmonary medicine, cardiology, general surgery, plastic surgery, dentistry/oral surgery, orthopedics, neurology/neurosurgery, psychiatry, urology/ nephrology, obstetrics/gynecology, otorhinolaryngology, ophthalmology, and pathology. Transcription tips, rules, puzzle activities, etc., and the inclusion of new medical procedures make this a dynamic and interesting class. Appendices include types of incisions, sutures, suture materials, dressings, instruments, anesthesia, operative positions, common lab tests, common drugs, prefixes, combining forms, and suffixes. This class is structured in a way that allows the student with a home computer system and access to the Internet to complete it with no additional costs.
Online-Educator
NUR3236CX 90465 - 9/11-12/25
Online-Moodle
NUR3236CX 01042 - 11/6-2/19

Microsoft Excel 2007, Advanced

($175 + textbook)
Create/edit simple worksheets; use 3-D references; work with multiple sheets; work with tables; add and filter records; set print area; create custom views; use named ranges and structured references; use lookup functions; use auditing tools; set a data validation list; trace precedents, dependents, and error messages; use IfError; create a static data consolidation; link workbooks, use text sources; manage imported data; use data tables and pivot tables; create advanced filters; work with macros; and use templates. Upon completion, the successful student will be able to pass the Microsoft Certified Application Specialists Exam. The textbook used for Excel 2007 Advanced is a continuation of Excel Basic.
Online-Educator
CAS3050GX 91093 - 9/11-11/20
CAS3050GX 01044 - 11/6-1/15

Microsoft Word 2007, Advanced

($120)
Features covered include creating and editing documents, inserting graphics, compressing pictures, changing text wrapping, inserting WordArt, resizing and moving WordArt, grouping and aligning shapes, inserting watermarks, modifying styles, inserting textboxes and pull quotes, creating SmartArt, adding text to SmartArt, inserting charts and editing them, formatting charts and chart elements, mail merge, inserting data sources, inserting fields, updating field properties, using bookmarks, templates, inserting content controls, editing forms, creating macros, running macros, footnotes and endnotes, outlines, indexes, and tables of contents. Upon completion, the successful student will be able to pass the Microsoft Certified Application Specialists Exam. The textbook used for Word 2007 Advanced is a continuation of Word Basic.
Online-Educator
CAS3120UX 91241 - 9/11-11/6
CAS3120UX 01046 - 11/6-1/1

Patient Billing for the Medical Office using Medisoft

($120)
Prerequisite: Medical Insurance and Computerized Billing, Medical Terminology
This course provides students with a unique approach to learning NDCMedisoft Advanced Version 9 techniques within the context of a realistic medical office setting. Students have the opportunity to apply and enhance their office and computer skills by playing the role of a Patient Service Specialist in a family medical practice.
Online-Educator
MED3030IX 91232 - 9/11-10/23
MED3030IX 91233 - 11/6-12/18

Pharmacological Terminology

($120)
Prerequisite: Medical Terminology
This class provides an extensive framework of drug information in a concise format. Calculations are simplified into step-by-step processes. Drugs are organized by classifications and include their purpose, side effects, cautions, and interactions. This terminology includes new drugs, information about the uses and effects of herbs, and the USP Quality Review list of similar drug names. The class examines the Internet as a reference tool and directs students to reliable Web sites, provides case studies to stimulate critical thinking, and includes an activity CD-ROM which provides interactive exercises to enhance the learning experience.
Online-Educator
NUR3235AX 91234 - 9/11-10/23
NUR3235AX 91235 - 11/6-12/18

QuickBooks, 2009

($120)
Learn how to do the accounting for your business using this popular accounting software. Use special journals and subsidiary ledgers, and generate professional financial statements.
Asheboro
CAS3080A 91238 - 8:30-11:30A, TTh, 10/6-11/19
CAS3080A 91263 - 6-9P, TTh, 8/18-9/22

 

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