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This self paced program is offered in association with Gatlin Education Services. You will have 6 months to complete the course.

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Administrative Dental Assistant

This dental assistant certification on-line program will teach the aspiring dental assistant, administrative tasks which include managing all business aspects of a dental practice such as scheduling, billing, and purchasing. This course will include instruction in dental terminology and anatomy, medical records management, accounts receivable and reimbursement management, insurance and patient billing, patient scheduling, and procedural and diagnostic coding. The Administrative Dental Assistant program will also provide training in accounts payable, payroll and employee management, inventory control and ordering, and other administrative tasks typically performed by the Administrative Dental Assistant.

150 hours. Fee: $1595

Administrative Medical Specialist with Medical Billing & Coding

The Administrative Medical Specialist with Medical Billing and Coding (AMC/MBC) Program includes extensive medical insurance billing and coding modules as well as modules detailing all of the other administrative tasks performed in a typical medical office, including appointment scheduling; patient check-in, registration, and check-out; accounts receivable and payable management; bookkeeping; office management, and many more.

Gatlin Education Services has also partnered with National Healthcareer Association (NHA) to register and prepare students for skills certification in two areas. Included in the tuition for AMS/MBC is a voucher for a study guide and preparation course, and the registration fee for the dual CMAA/CBCS (Certified Medical Administrative Assistant/Certified Billing and Coding Specialist) certification credential.

Special Features and enhancements, new for 2009:

Videos

Throughout the program, our Working Medical Office Video Education Series includes video interviews of medical assistants and healthcare providers working in a real-world medical office. Students can watch actual professionals performing their daily tasks and talking about the day-to-day responsibilities, challenges, and rewards of working in the field.

Simulations

Each module contains step-by-step simulations for almost all of the tasks students will learn in the AMS/MBC course, including Patient Registration, Charge and Payment data entry, Insurance Claims Preparation and Processing, Appointment Scheduling, Pre-Authorization, and Bookkeeping-- both accounts receivable and payable--to name just a few.

Medical Office Simulation Software (MOSS©)

MOSS© is a unique, state-of-the-art software, which simulates all the computerized administrative tasks performed in the medical office, including appointment scheduling, patient registration, charge entry and payment posting, insurance and patient billing, collections, and many others.

300 hours. Fee: $1995

Administrative Medical Specialist with Medical Billing & Coding + Medical Terminology

The Administrative Medical Specialist with Medical Billing and Coding + Medical Terminology Program will give students both the complete AMS/MBC Program plus the 60-hour Medical Terminology course!

360 hours. Fee: $2295

Administrative Professional with Microsoft Certified Application Specialist Training

This nationally recognized Administrative Professional with Microsoft Certified Application Specialist Training online course and training program teaches the skills that students must acquire to be successful as an Administrative Professional using the Microsoft® Office 2007 suite of programs. Students receive training on the most popular Microsoft Office 2007 programs including Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, and Outlook as well as the new Vista operating system. Upon successful completion of this program students will be prepared to sit for the MCAS certification offered by Microsoft®. An introduction to QuickBooks is also provided. This online certificate program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers.

240 hours. Fee: $1995

Administrative Professional with Microsoft Office Specialist

This nationally recognized Microsoft Office Specialist Online Training Course teaches the skills that students must acquire to be successful as a Microsoft administrative professional. Students receive training on the most popular Microsoft Office 2003 programs including Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, and Outlook. An introduction to QuickBooks is also provided.

240 hours. Fee: $1995

Advanced Coding for the Physician's Office

Continuous changes in the medial billing and coding industry and HIPAA changes have created an incredible demand for those trained in coding. The Advanced Coding for the Physician's Office course is designed for students with previous coding experience, a basic coding education, or the GES Administrative Medical Specialist course. CPT, ICD-9-CM (Volumes I and II), and HCPCS Level II Coding will be covered along with information on the Correct Coding Initiative (CCI), compliance and reimbursement issues, E&M guidelines, and much more. This course prepares students for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification exam offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).

80 hours. Fee: $1395

Advanced Hospital Coding & CCS Prep

This Advanced Hospital Coding course prepares 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 coding procedures and is designed to help students meet the challenge of today's changing standards while learning and improving their coding skills. Course access and test prep included.

80 hours. Fee: $1695

AutoCAD 2009

This nationally recognized AutoCAD 2009 online course and certification training program is an essential tool for those seeking AutoCAD Certification. AutoCAD 2009 is used many industries including mechanical and civil engineering, architecture, and facilities planning and management. More employers using AutoCAD, and need workers skilled in AutoCAD, than any other CAD system. This online certificate program is only offered in partnership with major accredited colleges and universities.

150 hours. Fee: $1995

Bookkeeping the Easy Way with Quickbooks

This nationally recognized Bookkeeping - Accounting online training course for aspiring bookkeepers introduces the concepts of bookkeeping - accounting using the theory of double entry bookkeeping. This course is designed for students who are interested in gaining knowledge of basic bookkeeping practices in planning a more profitable future or seeking a new career. Textbook and thorough tutorial for Quick Books are included. This on-line program is only offered in partnership with major colleges and universities.

140 hours. Fee: $1695

Certified Bookkeeper

This nationally recognized Bookkeeping online certification course and home study training program for experienced bookkeepers leads to national certification with the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB). The AIPB certification is a high professional standard for bookkeepers. This bookkeeping course was created by the AIPB. All textbooks included. This online certificate program is only offered in partnership with major accredited colleges and universities.

80 hours. Fee: $1795

Certified National Pharmaceutical Representative (CNPR)

This nationally recognized Pharmaceutical Sales Representative online training course (CNPR) and program was developed in response to a rising need for entry-level certified pharmaceutical sales representatives. The program is designed for individuals who want to gain entry into the pharmaceutical industry but who lack the required pharmacology and medical education. This online certificate program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers.

120 hours. Fee: $1595

Certified Wedding Planner

This nationally recognized certified wedding planner-coordinator course teaches the student how to become a successful wedding planner and coordinator. This comprehensive program covers everything an aspiring wedding planner needs to know to get started in the business. Whether you plan on working part-time, planning only a few weddings a year, or a full-time career, this program will provide all the tools necessary to work as a professional wedding planner or start your wedding planning business. This online certificate program is only offered in partnership with major accredited colleges and universities.

300 hours. Fee: $1395

Cisco™ CCNA Certification

This online program teaches students the fundamentals of data network theory and the technologies that make the Internet tick. They apply this knowledge by performing hands-on network engineering work on Cisco network devices in a simulated network environment. This program also involves extensive hands-on work on Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls in a simulated network environment and prepares students for the Cisco CCNA certification exam. Textbooks included!

100 hours. Fee: $1795

Comp TIAA+ Certification

The CompTIA™ A+ certification is the industry standard for validating vendor-neutral skills expected of an entry -level computer technician. Those holding the A+ certification have a broad base of knowledge and competency in core hardware and operating system technologies including installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventative maintenance, and basic networking. Every business uses computers and skilled technicians are a necessity. A+ opens the door to an exciting career in computer technology at an affordable price. A+ certification is the perfect launch pad into other more challenging careers in information technology. This A+ preparation program includes two units and it is required that students have an extra computer running with Windows 98 or Windows 2000.

320 hours. Fee: $1695

CompTIA Network+/Server+ Certification

The CompTIA™ Network+ certification is the worldwide standard of competency for professionals with nine months experience in network support or administration. The Network + certification validates technical competency in networking administration and support. This certification is geared toward those with nine months field experience in network administration and support. The demand for skilled network support professionals has grown significantly. The technology community identifies Network+ as the perfect entry point into a networking career. Server+ certification is a standard of competency for mid- to upper-level technicians responsible for server hardware functionality. The Server+ certification credential validates advanced-level technical competency of server issues and technology, including installation, configuration, upgrading, maintenance, troubleshooting and disaster recovery. This certification is geared toward mid- to upper-level technicians. The demand for skilled hardware support professionals has grown significantly and candidates as well as the industry have indicated that a foundation-level certification for this job function is necessary.

80 hours. Fee: $1495

CompTIA Security+ Certification

Security+ is a two part course that maps to CompTIA's Security+ certification. Part One covers Network Security. Students capture, analyze, and generate IP traffic, exploit protocol weaknesses, examine defensive solutions, install, configure, and test a powerful NIDS solution, and create a Linux based router/firewall solution. Part Two is Host Security. A broad range of general security techniques such as packet filtering, password policies, and file integrity checking are covered. Special attention is given to securing network services common to each platform.

120 hours. Fee: $1695

ICD-10 Medical Coding: Preparation and Instruction for Implementation

ICD-10 is a radically upgraded diagnostic and procedural medical coding system, and will soon be mandated by the Federal government for use in the healthcare industry in insurance processing, reimbursement, and statistical data gathering. Preparing for and implementing the massive changes to the existing coding system requires that the healthcare industry start preparing for the impacts now. This new program will present a comprehensive overview of the significant changes in store for both diagnostic and procedural coding.

200 hours. Fee: $1595

Medical Billing and Coding

The Medical Billing and Coding (MBC) Program includes extensive medical insurance billing and coding modules.

Gatlin Education Services has also partnered with National Healthcareer Association (NHA) to register and prepare students for skills certification in medical billing and coding. Included in the tuition for MBC is a voucher for a study guide and preparation course, and the registration fee for the CBCS (Certified Medical Billing and Coding Specialist) certification credential.

Special Features and enhancements, new for 2009:

Videos

Throughout the program, our Working Medical Office Video Education Series includes video interviews of medical assistants and healthcare providers working in a real-world medical office. Students can watch actual professionals performing their daily tasks and talking about the day-to-day responsibilities, challenges, and rewards of working in the field.

Simulations

Each module contains step-by-step simulations for almost all of the tasks students will learn in the MBC course, including Patient Registration, Charge and Payment data entry, Insurance Claims Preparation and Processing, Appointment Scheduling, Pre-Authorization, and Bookkeeping-- both accounts receivable and payable--to name just a few.

240 hours. Fee: $1595

Medical Billing and Coding + Medical Terminology

The Medical Billing and Coding + Medical Terminology Program will give students both the complete MBC Program plus the 60-hour Medical Terminology course!

300 hours. Fee: $1895

Medical Terminology

The Medical Terminology course provides 60 hours of terminology training in the following modules:
I. Learning Medical Terminology
II. The Body as a Whole
III. The Integumentary System
IV. The Musculoskeletal System
V. The Respiratory System
VI. The Cardiovascular System
VII. The Digestive System
VIII. The Urinary System
IX. The Nervous System
X. The Endocrine System
XI. The Sensory System
XII. The Hematic, Lymphatic, and Immune Systems
XIII. The Female Reproductive System
XIV. The Male Reproductive System

60 hours. Fee: $595

Medical Transcription

We've updated the Medical Transcription online program to reflect the latest industry standards and added various interactive elements to better engage students. In addition to these enhancements, we have also created over 50 interactive audio exercises that give students extra hands-on transcribing practice. These audio activities enable students to get more practice as they learn to transcribe medical reports that simulate real-world cases with varying speed and dialects in the dictations. Students can check their work immediately, which provides multiple opportunities to practice transcribing before they submit full reports for instructor grading.

240 hours. Fee: $1595

Medical Transcription + Medical Terminology

The Medical Transcription + Medical Terminology Program will give students both the complete Medical Transcription Program plus the 60-hour Medical Terminology course!

300 hours. Fee: $1895

Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician

This nationally recognized Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST) online course and certification training program is the premier credential certification for IT professionals who support end users and troubleshoot desktop environments running on the Microsoft Windows operating system. This online certificate program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers.

200 hours. Fee: $1795

Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator 2003

This MCSA certification program provides expert instruction on the Microsoft® Windows Server 2003 family, making it easier to deploy, manage, and use. Achieving the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) on Microsoft Windows 2003 credential provides a valid and reliable measure of technical proficiency and expertise to successfully manage and maintain the typically complex computing environment of medium-to- large-sized companies operating on the Microsoft Windows Server 2003 System. Microsoft Official Curriculum textbooks included.

440 hours. Fee: $2495

Microsoft Certified System Administrator Plus 2003

A four-course program, MCSA 2003+ is for those that hold one of the following third-party certifications or certification combinations: Security+ Certification, A+ and Network+ certifications or A+ and Server+ certifications. The Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) can successfully implement, manage, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows server-based operating systems in addition to systems that contain messaging services, file and print servers, and firewalls. They may also be responsible for configuring Internet access, enabling remote access for users, and managing client computers. An MCSA may be a System Administrator, Network Administrator, or Technician. Microsoft Official Curriculum textbooks included.

340 hours. Fee: $2195

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer 2003

The MCSE credential is the premier certification for professionals who analyze the business requirements, and design and implement the infrastructure for business solutions based on the Microsoft Windows® 2003 platform and Microsoft server software. Implementation responsibilities include installing, configuring, and troubleshooting network systems. The MCSE 2003 credential is one of the most widely recognized technical certifications in the industry, a credential in high demand. By earning the premier MCSE credential, individuals are demonstrating that they have the skills necessary to lead organizations in the successful design, implementation, and administration of the most advanced Microsoft Windows platform and Microsoft server products. Microsoft Official Curriculum textbooks included.

700 hours. Fee: $3295

Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: SQL Server 2005 (MCTS)

This nationally recognized Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: Microsoft SQL Server 2005 course teaches students thorough knowledge of the product, as well as an understanding of how to use the Transact-SQL language, and know how to explore the user interface. Technology Specialists typically pursue careers as database administrators, database developers, or business intelligence developers. They may also be developers and systems administrators who do not work with SQL Server daily but who want to show their breadth of technology experience. This online certificate program is offered in partnership with major accredited colleges and universities.

480 hours. Fee: $3095

Microsoft Office Specialist 2003(MOS)

This nationally recognized Microsoft Office Specialist (MOUS) online certification training program is comprehensive, practical and effective. The Comma Method of Microsoft Office® training was designed to meet the needs of college students, educators, administrators, and business professionals. This course uses real-life examples to teach the skills that employers want their employees to have.

120 hours. Fee $1595.00

.Net Training

This self-paced .NET e-Learning package is designed to help you prepare for the MCTS: .NET Framework 2.0 Web Applications exam and the MCTS: .NET Framework 2.0 Distributed Applications exam. It begins with basic web design and web development courses before moving into the .NET-specific courses. This online certificate program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers.

177 hours. Fee: $1995

Pay Per Click Marketing

This nationally recognized Pay Per Click Marketing (PPC) online course and training program has been developed because of the high demand for Pay Per Click marketing specialists. Pay Per Click Marketing (PPC) is a sub-set of Search Engine Marketing, and refers to a specific type of advertising where you pay a search engine every time a potential customer clicks on your ad. These ads appear on search engine results pages and sometimes on the pages of sites within a search engine’s network of partners.

150 hours. Fee: $1495

Payroll Practice and Management

This nationally recognized Payroll Practice and Management online course and training program is ideal for students aspiring to become a Payroll Specialist. This Payroll Practice and Management program is a good overall review for the Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) test given by the American Payroll Association. This online certificate program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers.

80 hours. Fee: $1595

Introduction to Peachtree Accounting 2009

Accounting tasks are not most small-business owners' idea of a good time. Fortunately, Peachtree can save you time, effort, and money by making these tasks easier than doing them by hand and cheaper than paying a professional to do them for you. Once you understand Peachtree, you'll be able to do your regular accounting tasks yourself with far less struggle and only pay your accountant for advice on making your business more profitable.

So join us for this hands-on training in how to perform all your basic accounting tasks using Peachtree Accounting software. First, you'll set up vendors, customers, and inventory items. Then you'll see how easy it is to record typical tasks such as goods purchased, bills paid, items sold, and payments collected. You'll also learn how to handle end-of-month procedures.

You'll be amazed how much easier your business life can become in just six weeks!

Course is $99.00/six weeks.

Pharmacy Technician

This online program will provide learning experiences, coordinated with the texts and lab activities to enable students to obtain basic competency needed for employments as Pharmacy Technicians in either the hospital or retail setting. A technician is an individual who, under the supervision of a pharmacist, assists in the performance of activities of the pharmacy department not requiring the professional judgment of a pharmacist. The objective of the Pharmacy Technician Program is to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to qualify for entry-level positions in pharmacies as well as prepare for national certification. This self-paced, web-based program pairs students with an instructor for one-on-one assistance and includes a forty-hour externship. All materials included.

300 hours. Fee: $1995

Project Management

Project management is growing exponentially. It is used in virtually all industries, such as health care, government, education, and banking. Projects are how organizations streamline to improve productivity. As mid-level management positions are reduced, project managers fill the void. Expertise in project management is a source of security, prosperity, and power to these survivors. Students will learn the basics of project management via the nation's premier web-based program at their own pace! Textbook included.

40 hours. Fee: $1495

Search Engine Marketing

This nationally recognized Search Engine Marketing (SEM) traing course and online certificate program has been developed in direct response to the skyrocketing growth of the search engine industry. This comprehensive program covers all aspects of search engine marketing including; search engine optimization, pay per click marketing and web site copywriting. These are the essential components for understanding this unique and growing career field. This online certificate program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers.

250 hours. Fee: $1895

Search Engine Optimization

This nationally recognized search engine optimization (SEO) online course and training program has been developed because of the high demand for search engine specialists. Search engine optimization is considered a sub-set of Search Engine Marketing. Below is a definition of SEO provided by MSN Careers: "Search engine optimization specialists (SEOs) increase a firm's web site traffic by improving its search engine page rankings (SERPs). This is an especially important task in today's Internet-driven world, where many customers first learn of an organization and its products or services through the web. Because of a shortage of experts in this relatively new area, many top SEOs receive multiple job offers. SEOs typically supplement their knowledge of how various search engines operate and determine page rankings with strong marketing skills, as well as the ability to communicate effectively and program using HTML." This online certificate program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers.

150 hours. Fee: $1495

Six Sigma Blackbelt

The Black Belt training program integrates online learning with hands-on data analysis. The course material provides an in-depth look at the DMAIC problem-solving methodology, as well as deployment and project development approaches. The course flow follows the DMAIC methodology, with the appropriate tools and concepts taught at each stage of project deployment. Since software will be used for data analysis, the course material concentrates on the application and use of the tools, rather than on detailed derivation of the statistical methods. Workshops are incorporated extensively throughout the training to challenge the student's analytical and problem-solving skills.

200 hours. Fee: $2695

Six Sigma Greenbelt

Six Sigma is a Quality Improvement methodology structured to reduce product or service failure rates to a negligible level (roughly 3.4 failures per million opportunities). To achieve six sigma levels, the Six Sigma process encompasses all aspects of a business, including management, service delivery, design, production and customer satisfaction. Six Sigma companies typically spend less than 5 percent of their revenues addressing and repairing quality problems. As a philosophy Six Sigma drives business culture and requires a nearly flawless execution of key processes making Six Sigma a high standard for companies and individuals to achieve. This interactive online experience will communicate the skills needed to affect this highly valuable skill as well as prep for the national certification. All materials included.

100 hours. Fee: $1895

Web Database Developer Certification

The Web Database Developer Course will provide students with intermediate and advanced knowledge and skills in utilizing and leveraging databases on the Internet. As a result of the course work, students will be able to incorporate database design, development and deployment into e-commerce sites, dynamic web sites, and business-to-business data collaboration. Students will also learn about current and emerging trends impacting high-end web site development and enterprise-class data warehousing along with resources to keep them current in this fast moving technology. This certificate program includes five core courses and two electives. See website for list of core courses and electives.

267 hours. Fee: $2195

Webmaster Certification

Webmaster is a dynamic Internet based career. Every company, institution, and organization feels a compelling need to be online. At the very least, they want to develop a presence on the Internet. Webmasters design, develop, and maintain these highly visible web sites. This Webmaster course starts with the beginning of web page development and introduces new concepts through involving the student in active web page implementation using HTML and Dynamic HTML. Textbook included.

150 hours. Fee: $1795


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