Credential(s) Offered
Employment, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Portland Adult Education’s Healthcare Office Certificate program prepares you for entry level positions in healthcare, mainly Patient Service Representative
Students will complete 2 terms of courses (~12 weeks each)
Term 1:
- Digital Skills for Learning and the Workplace
- Foundational Math Skills for the Professional Career
- Healthcare Essentials
Term 2:
- Microsoft Office
- Advanced Topics for the Healthcare Office
- Writing, Communications and Workplace Culture
- Career Planning
Participants will have the opportunity to join a paid internship at a local healthcare office (currently MaineHealth offices) for the last 7 weeks of their program. They will be on-boarded and complete EPIC (Electronic Health Records) training at Maine Health.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
24
Hours
420
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
yes
Training Location(s)
Portland Adult Education
Local WIB
4 - Coastal Counties Local Area 4
Name of Credential
Healthcare Office and Patient Services Certificate
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Financial Aid available
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
In-State Tuition
$2,637.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$2,637.00
Registration Fee
$10.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$2,647.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$2,647.00
