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Noncredit Classes
Medical Office
| Introduction to Business Computing |
Are you a new computer user? Learn the basics of Microsoft Windows, file management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access and Microsoft PowerPoint. Topics include creating a document, developing a spreadsheet, creating a database, and creating a presentation. Textbook and USB Flash Drive required. Senior adult and disabled retiree tuition waivers apply. Transcript available.
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Course: 35390 Tuition: $175 Course Fee: $55
Meeting Day(s): Fri. 6/21/2013 - 8/2/2013 Time: 9:00 AM - 12:10 PM 6 sessions
Location: Edgewood Hall, Rm. 215 Instructor: G. Williamson
No Class 7/5
Course: 35671 Tuition: $175 Course Fee: $55
Meeting Day(s): Tues., Thur. 7/9/2013 - 7/25/2013 Time: 6:00 PM - 9:10 PM 6 sessions
Location: Higher Education Center, Rm. 126 Instructor: G. Williamson
Course: 35672 Tuition: $175 Course Fee: $55
Meeting Day(s): Mon., Wed. 8/12/2013 - 8/28/2013 Time: 9:00 AM - 12:10 PM 6 sessions
Location: Higher Education Center, Rm. 126 Instructor: J. Reilly
Course: 45069 Tuition: $175 Course Fee: $55
Meeting Day(s): Mon., Wed. 9/16/2013 - 10/2/2013 Time: 9:00 AM - 12:10 PM 6 sessions
Location: Edgewood Hall, Rm. 215 Instructor: K. Burton
Course: 45070 Tuition: $175 Course Fee: $55
Meeting Day(s): Wed. 10/16/2013 - 11/20/2013 Time: 1:00 PM - 4:10 PM 6 sessions
Location: Edgewood Hall, Rm. 215 Instructor: J. Reilly
Course: 45071 Tuition: $175 Course Fee: $55
Meeting Day(s): Tues., Thur. 11/19/2013 - 12/10/2013 Time: 6:30 PM - 9:40 PM 6 sessions
Location: Higher Education Center, Rm. 125 Instructor: G. Williamson
No Class 11/28
Administrative Dental Assistant |
Start a new career as an administrative dental assistant! You'll be part of a professional dental staff and work on behalf of the patient as well as the dentist, helping to ensure a high level of professional excellence in oral healthcare delivery. Additionally, you'll gain the knowledge to assist the dentist with administrative duties such as fee collection, banking, and accounts payable, and you'll acquire basic information about dental insurance. Textbooks are included! This is a Gatlin online course that is self-paced and can be started at your convenience.
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Course: 35461 Course Fee: $1895
Meeting Day(s): Flexible
Location: Online Course Instructor: Staff
| Administrative Medical Specialist with Medical Billing & Coding |
By combining coursework in medical office management with medical billing and coding, you will receive valuable training that prepares you to be an asset in a variety of healthcare settings. Upon completion, you will be equipped to start a career as an Administrative Medical Specialist (AMS), a medical receptionist, a scheduler, an insurance specialist, or a diagnostic or procedural coder. You will also be eligible to prepare for and take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)'s certification examinations, the CMAA (Certified Medical Administrative Assistant) and the CBCS (Certified Billing and Coding Specialist). This is a Gatlin online course that is self-paced and can be started at your convenience.
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Course: 35460 Course Fee: $2295
Meeting Day(s): Flexible
Location: Online Course Instructor: Staff
| Administrative Medical Specialist with Medical Billing & Coding and Medical Terminiology |
Learn the skills you need to become a multi-skilled Administrative Medical Specialist (AMS). This nationally recognized program combines the Administrative Medical Specialist program with the Medical Billing and Coding Program and a 60-hour course in medical terminology. Upon completion, you will be eligible to prepare for and take the following National Healthcareer Association (NHA)'s certification examinations: CMAA (Certified Medical Administrative Assistant) and the CBCS (Certified Billing and Coding Specialist). This is a Gatlin online course that is self-paced and can be started at your convenience.
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Course: 35464 Course Fee: $2595
Meeting Day(s): Flexible
Location: Online Course Instructor: Staff
| Advanced Coding for the Physicians Office |
This nationally recognized Advanced Medical Coding for the Physicians Office online course and training program prepares students to learn CPT, ICD-9-CM (Volumes I and II), and HCPCS Level II coding. This advanced online medical coding program is designed for students with previous medical coding experience. A basic coding education or the GES Administrative Medical Specialist course is required. Preparation for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification exam is included. This online certificate program is only offered in partnership with major accredited colleges and universities. This is a Gatlin online course that is self-paced and can be started at your convenience.
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Course: 35465 Course Fee: $1695
Meeting Day(s): Flexible
Location: Online Course Instructor: Staff
| Advanced Hospital Coding & CCS Preparation |
This nationally recognized Advanced Hospital Medical Coding online course and CCS test prep training program prepares medical coding students to take the American Health Information Management Association's (AHIMA) official certification exam to become a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS). This program covers advanced ICD-9 medical coding procedures and is designed to help students meet the challenge of today's changing standards while learning and improving their coding skills. This online certificate program is only offered in partnership with major accredited colleges and universities. This is a Gatlin online course that is self-paced and can be started at your convenience.
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Course: 35466 Course Fee: $1995
Meeting Day(s): Flexible
Location: Online Course Instructor: Staff
| Applied Electronic Health Records |
As a federal mandate, the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology initiated that all persons, practitioners, clinics, and hospitals must have Electronic Health Records (EHRs) by 2015 to enable information exchange between healthcare providers and public health authorities. Gain the knowledge and skills necessary to document patient information using this new technology. Topics include transitioning to EHR, data entry and computer requirements, maintaining an EHR in the clinical setting, usage of personal health records, and HIPAA compliance and ethics. Preparation for national certification included. This course is recommended for those who have experience in the billing and coding disciplines. You must be computer literate and have Internet access to succeed in this training. Students must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or GED. Prerequisites: Foundations of Healthcare, HIPAA Compliance, Healthcare Professionalism, Human Anatomy & Physiology, Introduction to Business Computing, Law & Medical Ethics, and Medical Terminology. You may test out of selected prerequisites by making an appointment at the Test Center (443-412-2352) and requesting exams for HIPAA (HIPA), Human Anatomy & Physiology (HAP), and Medical Terminology (MTER). Textbook required. Senior adult and disabled retiree tuition waivers apply. Transcript available.
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Course: 25736 Tuition: $195 Course Fee: $79
Meeting Day(s): Tues., Thur. 5/28/2013 - 6/27/2013 Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM 10 sessions
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 002 Instructor: S. Gallagher
Course: 35516 Tuition: $195 Course Fee: $79
Meeting Day(s): Tues., Thur. 7/23/2013 - 8/1/2013 Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM 10 sessions
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 002 Instructor: S. Gallagher
Additional Meeting Times and/or Dates for (Course: 35516)
Meeting Day(s): Tues., Thur. 8/13/2013 - 8/29/2013 Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 002 Instructor: S. Gallagher
No Class on 8/6 and 8/8.
| Certified Professional Coder Examination Review |
Prepare to take the certification examination offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). This course builds on your present level of knowledge and enhances your ability to understand coding guidelines, principles and concepts and how they relate to compliance. Learn study tips and take practice examinations to increase your confidence. Textbook required. Pre-requisites: CPT & ICD-9 Coding I and CPT & ICD-9 Coding II. Senior adult and disabled retiree tuition waivers apply. Transcript available.
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Course: 25845 Tuition: $145 Course Fee: $59
Meeting Day(s): Sat. 4/6/2013 - 4/13/2013 Time: 9:00 AM - 1:15 PM 2 sessions
Location: Edgewood Hall, Rm. 166 Instructor: B. Haynes
Course: 35538 Tuition: $145 Course Fee: $59
Meeting Day(s): Sat. 8/17/2013 - 8/24/2013 Time: 9:00 AM - 1:15 PM 2 sessions
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 010 Instructor: B. Haynes
| CPT & ICD-9: Coding I |
Begin a new career as a medical coder. This introductory course provides you with the opportunity to gain a basic knowledge of the descriptive terms and identifying codes for valid reporting of medical services and procedures performed by physicians. Content includes the coding and classification of diseases, symptoms, operations, and procedures. Students must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or GED. Prerequisites: Foundations of Healthcare, HIPAA Compliance, Healthcare Professionalism, Human Anatomy & Physiology, Introduction to Business Computing, Law & Medical Ethics, and Medical Terminology. You may test out of selected prerequisites by making an appointment at the Test Center (443-412-2352) and requesting exams for HIPAA (HIPA), Human Anatomy & Physiology (HAP), and Medical Terminology (MTER).Textbooks required and available in the College Store. Senior adult and disabled retiree tuition waivers apply. Transcript available.
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Course: 35536 Tuition: $195 Course Fee: $89
Meeting Day(s): Sat. 6/22/2013 - 7/13/2013 Time: 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM 4 sessions
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 010 Instructor: B. Haynes
| CPT & ICD-9: Coding II |
Expand the knowledge you gained in Coding I as you develop your skills in analyzing medical records to identify data elements that need to be coded. Content includes legal and ethical considerations, career opportunities, and certification as a professional coder. Prerequisite: CPT & ICD-9: Coding I. Textbooks are the same as those you used in Coding I. Senior adult and disabled retiree tuition waivers apply. Transcript available.
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Course: 35537 Tuition: $195 Course Fee: $89
Meeting Day(s): Sat. 7/20/2013 - 8/10/2013 Time: 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM 4 sessions
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 010 Instructor: B. Haynes
| Foundations of Healthcare |
Think like a healthcare professional! Gain the knowledge and skills you need to compete in the current job market. In this course, you will explore core competencies such as communication, infection control, and professionalism, shared by all healthcare careers. Take this opportunity to learn more about your chosen field and meet other professionals in current practice. Textbook required and available in the College Store. Senior adult and disabled retiree tuition waivers apply. Transcript available.
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Course: 35499 Tuition: $195 Course Fee: $69
Meeting Day(s): Tues., Thur. 7/9/2013 - 8/8/2013 Time: 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM 10 sessions
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 021 Instructor: T. Goodling
Course: 35502 Tuition: $195 Course Fee: $69
Meeting Day(s): Mon., Wed. 7/15/2013 - 8/14/2013 Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM 10 sessions
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 021 Instructor: P. Campbell
| Healthcare Externship Preparation |
Make the transition from the role of a student to that of a professional in the healthcare industry. In this course, you will prepare to take on new challenges, act responsibly, and avoid the pitfalls that can prevent you from making the most of your externship. Topics include individual responsibilities, externship interviews, professional etiquette, completion requirements, and performance evaluation. Textbook required and available in the College Store. Senior adult and disabled retiree tuition waivers apply. Transcript available.
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Course: 25930 Tuition: $89 Course Fee: $49
Meeting Day(s): Wed. 5/1/2013 - 5/15/2013 Time: 5:00 PM - 9:15 PM 3 sessions
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 025 Instructor: E. Hamner
Course: 35511 Tuition: $89 Course Fee: $49
Meeting Day(s): Wed. 8/7/2013 - 8/21/2013 Time: 5:00 PM - 9:15 PM 3 sessions
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 023 Instructor: E. Hamner
Course: 35512 Tuition: $89 Course Fee: $49
Meeting Day(s): Fri. 8/9/2013 - 8/23/2013 Time: 9:00 AM - 1:15 PM 3 sessions
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 008 Instructor: E. Hamner
| Healthcare Professionalism |
Professionalism is a state of mind. The experiences patients have with individual healthcare providers influence the perception of quality. High-quality healthcare keeps patients coming back when the need for care arises in the future. Earn recognition as a healthcare professional by exploring who you are as a person and what sets you apart from others. Topics include healthcare industry overview, work ethic and performance, personal traits and behaviors, cultural competency, employment, and career development. Textbook required and available in the College Store. Senior adult and disabled retiree tuition waivers apply. Transcript available.
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Course: 35509 Tuition: $125 Course Fee: $59
Meeting Day(s): Fri. 7/12/2013 - 8/9/2013 Time: 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM 5 sessions
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 021 Instructor: T. Raad
Course: 35510 Tuition: $125 Course Fee: $59
Meeting Day(s): Tues., Thur. 7/16/2013 - 7/30/2013 Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM 5 sessions
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 010 Instructor: T. Raad
| Healthcare Provider CPR |
This course is designed for medical care providers and provides instruction for CPR (one- and two-rescuer) and relief of choking for the adult, child, and infant victim. Topics include the use of airway devices like the bag valve mask and various pocket masks. All participants must be able to kneel on the floor beside a manikin for extended periods of time. There is a 25-question test with a passing score of 84% required. The required text is the AHA Healthcare Provider Book and should be purchased and read prior to class. Senior adult and disabled retiree tuition waivers apply. Transcript available.
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Course: 25186 Tuition: $24 Course Fee: $49
Meeting Day(s): Sat. 4/6/2013 Time: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 1 session
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 021 Instructor: A. Becker
Course: 25187 Tuition: $24 Course Fee: $49
Meeting Day(s): Sat. 5/4/2013 Time: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 1 session
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 021 Instructor: A. Becker
Course: 25188 Tuition: $24 Course Fee: $49
Meeting Day(s): Sat. 6/1/2013 Time: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 1 session
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 021 Instructor: A. Becker
Course: 35459 Tuition: $24 Course Fee: $49
Meeting Day(s): Sat. 7/6/2013 Time: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 1 session
Location: Joppa Hall Instructor: A. Becker
Course: 35497 Tuition: $24 Course Fee: $49
Meeting Day(s): Sat. 8/3/2013 Time: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 1 session
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 021 Instructor: A. Becker
| Human Anatomy & Physiology |
Gain a greater appreciation and understanding of the complexity of the human body! You will learn how our body systems work together, identify common disorders of each body system, and define selected anatomical terms. Instructional delivery includes both face-to-face classroom sessions and an online component. You must have access to a computer outside the classroom to complete assignments and quizzes. If you are interested in this course, you can assess your readiness for classes with an online component by going to www.harford.edu/online and taking the quiz, "Is distance learning right for you?" Textbook required. Senior adult and disabled retiree tuition waivers apply. Transcript available.
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Course: 35513 Tuition: $295 Course Fee: $89
Meeting Day(s): Mon. 6/3/2013 - 8/26/2013 Time: 5:30 PM - 9:15 PM 13 sessions
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 010 Instructor: A. Adjei-Amegashie
| ICD-10 Medical Coding |
ICD-10 is an upgraded diagnostic and procedural medical coding system that, by law, must be implemented throughout the healthcare industry by October 1, 2014. This new coding system is radically different from the version currently in use, so it’s important to start preparing for and implementing the massive changes to the existing coding system. In order to take this program, you should have some knowledge of medical terminology. Education in anatomy and physiology is strongly recommended, but not required. The textbooks for this program are included. This online certificate program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers. This is a Gatlin online course that is self-paced and can be started at your convenience.
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Course: 35468 Course Fee: $1895
Meeting Day(s): Flexible
Location: Online Course Instructor: Staff
| Law & Medical Ethics |
Identify the pertinent and relevant information you need to know about healthcare law and medical ethics. Topics include scope of practice, employment law, privacy and confidentiality, malpractice and negligence, ethical decision-making, and professional responsibilities. Textbook required and available in the College Store. Senior adult and disabled retiree tuition waivers apply. Transcript available.
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Course: 25723 Tuition: $175 Course Fee: $79
Meeting Day(s): Sat. 4/6/2013 - 4/27/2013 Time: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM 4 sessions
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 025 Instructor: K. Archer
Course: 35504 Tuition: $175 Course Fee: $79
Meeting Day(s): Mon., Wed. 7/8/2013 - 7/24/2013 Time: 5:00 PM - 9:15 PM 6 sessions
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 018 Instructor: D. Santoni
Course: 35508 Tuition: $175 Course Fee: $79
Meeting Day(s): Sat. 7/13/2013 - 8/3/2013 Time: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM 4 sessions
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 018 Instructor: E. Hamner
| Medical Billing & Coding |
Gain the skills you need to begin work as a medical billing and coding specialist. This course provides you with experience working with the main coding manuals in the profession, the ICD-9-CM and the CPT. Upon completion you will be eligible to prepare and register for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) examination. This is a Gatlin online course that is self-paced and can be started at your convenience.
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Course: 35469 Course Fee: $1895
Meeting Day(s): Flexible
Location: Online Course Instructor: Staff
| Medical Billing & Coding with Medical Terminology |
Obtain the skills you need for an entry-level position in a medical office as a Medical Billing and Coding Specialist. The medical industry is experiencing a demand for individuals with knowledge of medical office operations, including diagnostic and procedural coding and insurance forms processing. Additional content includes legal, ethical, and regulatory concepts (including HIPAA) and a 60-hour medical terminology course. Successful completion of this course prepares you for certification as a Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) through NHA. This is a Gatlin online course that is self-paced and can be started at your convenience.
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Course: 35470 Course Fee: $2195
Meeting Day(s): Flexible
Location: Online Course Instructor: Staff
| Medical Business Writing & Communication |
Effective communication is essential in the healthcare environment. This course emphasizes the principles common to written and oral communications from a business perspective. Topics include the art of communication, telephone procedures, mail processing, electronic communication, and the use of social media. Textbook required and available in the College Store. Senior adult and disabled retiree tuition waivers apply. Transcript available.
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Course: 35535 Tuition: $125 Course Fee: $79
Meeting Day(s): Mon., Wed. 6/24/2013 - 7/10/2013 Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM 6 sessions
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 004 Instructor: S. Gallagher
| Medical Front Office Externship |
Gain the opportunity to launch your career as an entry-level medical office professional! During this "real world" experience, you will build professional relationships and demonstrate the technical skills you learned in the classroom. The externship consists of a supervised, individually scheduled, forty-hour clinical assignment in a healthcare facility. Prerequisite: Medical Office Processes. No textbook required. Senior adult and disabled retiree tuition waivers apply. Transcript available.
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Course: 35519 Tuition: $275
Meeting Day(s): 7/1/2013 - 8/31/2013
Location: TBA Instructor: K. Hachmann
| Medical Insurance Billing |
Gain a fundamental understanding of medical insurance billing and the life cycle of an insurance claim in relation to the physician's practice. Using commercial software, you will learn the capabilities of computerized billing programs. Topics include claims preparation and submission; overview of major insurance carriers; insurance and accounts receivable management; use of information systems in the reimbursement process; and data entry of patient demographics, charges, and payments. You must be computer literate and have Internet access to succeed in this training. Students must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or GED. Prerequisites: Foundations of Healthcare, HIPAA Compliance, Healthcare Professionalism, Human Anatomy & Physiology, Introduction to Business Computing, Law & Medical Ethics, Medical Office Processes, and Medical Terminology. You may test out of selected prerequisites by making an appointment at the Test Center (443-412-2352) and requesting exams for HIPAA (HIPA), Human Anatomy & Physiology (HAP), and Medical Terminology (MTER). Textbooks and USB flash drive required and available in the College Store. Senior adult and disabled retiree tuition waivers apply. Transcript available.
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Course: 35517 Tuition: $345 Course Fee: $79
Meeting Day(s): Mon. 6/3/2013 - 8/19/2013 Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM 12 sessions
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 002 Instructor: D. Crawford
| Medical Office Processes |
Prepare for a career as an entry-level medical office professional by learning to use computer software to manage an office. Topics include communication, medical records management, patient accounts, claim submission, and general office procedures. You must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or GED. Prerequisites are Foundations of Healthcare, HIPAA Compliance, Healthcare Externship Preparation, Healthcare Professionalism, Healthcare Provider CPR, Introduction to Business Computing, Law & Medical Ethics, Medical Business Writing & Communication, and Medical Terminology. You may test out of HIPAA and Medical Terminology by making an appointment at the Test Center (443-412-2352) and requesting exams for HIPAA (HIPA) and/or Medical Terminology (MTER). Textbook required and available in the College Store. Senior adult and disabled retiree tuition waivers apply. Transcript available.
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Course: 35518 Tuition: $295 Course Fee: $79
Meeting Day(s): Wed. 6/5/2013 - 8/21/2013 Time: 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM 12 sessions
Location: Joppa Hall, Rm. 006 Instructor: T. Singleton
| Medical Transcription & Medical Terminology |
This nationally recognized medical transcription online course and training program prepares you to start a new career as a medical transcriptionist. A medical terminology course is included at no extra cost. Transcriber and all materials are included in this medical transcription program. This online certificate program is only offered in partnership with major accredited colleges and universities. This is a Gatlin online course that is self-paced and can be started at your convenience.
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Course: 35473 Course Fee: $2195
Meeting Day(s): Flexible
Location: Online Course Instructor: Staff
| Optician Certification Training |
Master the skills you need for a successful career as an optician and prepare yourself to take the American Board of Opticianry (ABO) certification exam, which is a stepping-stone to career advancement. With the help of step-by-step instructions, you’ll master the mathematical formulas that opticians need to know. Additionally, you’ll discover how to read prescriptions for glasses and contact lenses, explore the basics of eyewear styles and materials, become familiar with the equipment opticians use, learn about prisms and lens types, and gain an understanding of eye anatomy and eye diseases. This is a Gatlin online course that is self-paced and can be started at your convenience. Transcript available.
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Course: 35474 Course Fee: $1995
Meeting Day(s): Flexible
Location: Online Course Instructor: Staff
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