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Office Careers

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This 12-24 week course is designed to put you on a successful career track by providing you with the computer literacy and professional skills needed for competitive employment in a variety of office occupations. Learning is self-paced, and training is tailored to your individual career goal, experience, and circumstances. Classes are held in a business office setting and are led by credentialed and certified instructors. Typical work standards such as punctuality, reliable attendance, appropriate office attire, and good work habits are required. Class size is limited to fifteen students, so you will receive one-on-one assistance to help you succeed in training.
The Office Skills curriculum includes
· Microsoft Office Suite (Windows XP, Internet Explorer, Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, and PowerPoint) and other software programs.
· E-mail and attachments, navigating the Internet.
· Typing/Keyboarding/10-Key calculator.
· Customer Service Skills
· File Management and Recordkeeping
· Weekly Business Writing
· Modern Office Procedures
· Interviewing Skills, Resumes, Cover Letters, and Thank You Letters
· Appropriate Business Attire
· Communication Skills
· Classroom Seminars, Business Ethics and Workplace Issues.

It may also include an externship for hands-on experience. Job placement workshops are included, providing you with self-confidence, motivation and the skills to get —and maintain—a wonderful new job and career.
Office Careers training will prepare you for clerical office positions such as Office Clerk, Data Entry Clerk, Front Office Receptionist, Customer Service Representative, Administrative Assistant, Account Clerk, Payroll Clerk, Bookkeeping Assistant, Medical Office Receptionist, Law Office Receptionist or Assistant, Departmental Receptionist or Assistant, Order Taker, Order Processor, Clerk Typist, Human Resources Assistant or Intake Coordinator.

Entrance Requirements

An interview with the instructor, 6th grade level math and 8th grade level English, and the ability to work cooperatively in an office setting. Start dates are open entry and are scheduled any Monday when space is available, all referral paperwork is in place, and the student has attended orientation. To schedule a tour, call (831) 429-6415.

Graduation Requirements:

The student must complete all curriculum assignments,
earn a passing grade on required exams, and maintain an overall attendance of 90% or better. Successful graduates will be awarded a Certificate of Completion and will be eligible for lifetime placement assistance.

Schedule:

2 to 24 weeks (up to 720 hours), 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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Medical Office Training

This 12-24 week program is designed to prepare you for a medical office career in a wide variety of settings. You will become familiar with the terminology and procedures commonly used in a medical office, along with general billing procedures, computer literacy and office record keeping. Learning is self-paced, and training is tailored to your individual career goal, experience, and circumstances. Classes are held in a business office setting and are led by credentialed and certified instructors. Typical work standards such as punctuality, reliable attendance, appropriate office attire, and good work habits are required. Class size is limited to fifteen students, so you will receive one-on-one assistance to help you succeed in training.


The Medical Office curriculum includes
· Medical Billing; Insurance Forms; Medical Correspondence
· Medical Terminology
· Medical Office Procedures; Receptionist Training
· Transcription
· CPT-4 Codes and ICD-9 Codes.
The program includes an overview of various types of medical practices, hospital departments, staff functions, ethics, the doctor-patient relationship, confidentiality, medical records, medical billing, and may also include an externship for hands-on experience. Job placement workshops are included, providing you with self-confidence, motivation, and the skills to get—and maintain—a wonderful new job and career. This body of knowledge will prepare you for entry level positions in a medical office, clinic, diagnostic lab or hospital.
Medical Office training will prepare you for clerical office positions in a medical practice, clinic, diagnostic lab or hospital in careers such as Medical Office Receptionist, Medical Office Clerk, Medical Data Entry Clerk, Medical Insurance Customer Service Representative, Administrative Assistant, Billing or Account Clerk, Payroll Clerk, Bookkeeping Assistant, Departmental Receptionist or Assistant, Human Resources Assistant, Intake Coordinator or Hospital Admitting Clerk.

Entrance Requirements:

An interview with the instructor, 8th grade level math and 9th grade level English, and the ability to work cooperatively in an office setting. Start dates are open entry and are scheduled any Monday when space is available, all referral paperwork is in place, and the student has attended orientation. To schedule a tour, call (831) 429-6415.

Graduation Requirements:

The student must complete all curriculum assignments, earn
a passing grade on required exams, and maintain an overall attendance of 90% or better. Successful graduates will be awarded a Certificate of Completion and will be eligible for placement assistance.

Schedule:

12 to 24 weeks (up to 720 hours), 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

 


Computer Applications & Business Skills Training


This 12-24 week program is designed for students who need to update their computer and office skills, students who need computer literacy to complement previous work experience, or students who need computer proficiency to meet a specific job goal. The program is tailored to meet the individual needs and goals of each student. Classes meet for three hours a day, mornings or afternoons, an accomodation that provides flexibility in meeting the scheduling needs of students.


The Computer Applications & Business Skills curriculum includes:

· Microsoft Office Suite (Windows XP, Internet Explorer, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint), QuickBooks, and other software programs
· E-mail and attachments; navigating the Internet
· Typing/Keyboarding/10-Key calculator
· Customer Service Skills
· File Management and Recordkeeping
· Weekly Business Writing
· Modern Office Procedures
· Interviewing Skills, Resumes, Cover Letters, and Thank You Letters
· Appropriate Business Attire
· Communication Skills
· Classroom Seminars, Business Ethics and Workplace Issues.

The training may also include an externship for hands-on experience. Job Placement workshops are included, providing you with self-confidence, motivation, and the skills to get—and maintain—a wonderful new job and career.
Computer Applications training will prepare you for clerical office positions such as Office Clerk, Data Entry Clerk, Front Office Receptionist, Customer Service Representative, Administrative Assistant, Account Clerk, Payroll Clerk, Bookkeeping Assistant , Medical Office Receptionist, Law Office Receptionist or Assistant, Departmental Receptionist or Assistant, Order Taker, Order Processor , Clerk Typist, Human Resources Assistant or Intake Coordinator.


Entrance Requirements:

An interview with the instructor, 8th grade level math and English, and the ability to work cooperatively in an office setting. Start dates are open entry and are scheduled any Monday when space is available, all referral paperwork is in place, and the student has attended orientation. To schedule a tour call (831) 429-6415.

Graduation Requirements:

The student must complete all curriculum assignments, earn a passing grade on required exams, and maintain an overall attendance of 90% or better. Successful graduates will be awarded a Certificate of Completion and will be eligible for placement assistance.

Schedule:

12 to 24 weeks (up to 360 hours), 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. OR 1 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Classes meet for three hours a day, mornings or afternoons to provide flexibility in meeting the scheduling needs of students.




 

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