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HiSET/Accuplacer Prep Class

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If you did not earn your high school diploma, the HiSET (High School Equivalency Test) is a test you can take to earn the equivalency of the diploma. The five sections are Math, Writing, Reading, Science and Social Studies. This course helps students prepare to pass the HiSET exam. Students will be given pre-tests to determine if they need to take the HiSET prep class or if they can start the official testing immediately. This class also offers Accuplacer Preparation as part of our College Transitions Program. If you need to boost your Accuplacer score in order to gain admittance to a college such as SMCC, join this free class today.

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Math Lab/Accuplacer Math Lab

with Barry Lewis

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Students who take this class will strengthen their Math skills to put themselves in a position to pass the Math portion of the HiSET and/ or the Accuplacer exam (for SMCC) or to get ready for college level Math. Students work independently as well as in a small group. We are proud to say that our success rate for this class is extremely high. Most students who enter the class with some math deficiencies end up earning their high school credential or improving their Accuplacer scores. This class offers Accuplacer Preparation as part of our College Transitions Program. If you need to boost your Accuplacer score in order to gain admittance to a college such as SMCC, join this class today.

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English Language Learner – Advanced ELL (Levels 4, 5 & 6)

with Jennifer Goodine

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PROGRAM INFORMATION

  • FREE classes for English language learners
  • Levels from beginning to advanced offered during the evening online
  • Classes are noncredit (0 units) and can be repeated
  • Practice and improve speaking, listening, reading, writing, pronunciation and grammar skills
  • Develop and improve college and career readiness skills

PLACEMENT

New students are encouraged to take an assessment to determine which classes are best for their current skill level. Please contact the Adult Education Office for placement questions or to take the assessment.

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English Language Learner – Beginner ELL (Levels 1, 2 & 3)

with Marissa Cassily

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PROGRAM INFORMATION

  • FREE classes for English language learners
  • Levels from beginning to advanced offered during the evening online
  • Classes are noncredit (0 units) and can be repeated
  • Practice and improve speaking, listening, reading, writing, pronunciation and grammar skills
  • Develop and improve college and career readiness skills

PLACEMENT

New students are encouraged to take an assessment to determine which classes are best for their current skill level. Please contact the Adult Education Office for placement questions or to take the assessment.

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Medical Coding Course

with Academy of Medical Professionals

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This program will be held a total of 5 hours, twice a week for 20 weeks. Upon completion of the program you will take your national certification of CPC. Upon successful completion, your title will be a CPC-A, for the first year. (CPC-A means you will be considered a certified coder with an Apprentice designation for one year, once you have worked for a year, you will have your Apprentice title removed and be an official CPC!) This program consists of Medical Terminology/Anatomy for ICD-10 and Coding curriculum. Prerequisites: All applicants must be 18 years of age. A high school diploma or GED equivalent is also required. Basic Computer Skills and a typing speed of at least 35 WPM before attending this program. EXAM FEES INCLUDED WITH THIS PROGRAM (upon passing a DANB RHS® Exam (Radiation Health and Safety) exam you will receive a certificate of knowledge-based competency)
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Dental Assisting

with Academy of Medical Professionals

$2,900 More Info
Gaining background knowledge and vocabulary for an entry level position in the clinical or administrative setting. Lectures provide specific background into preclinical and clinical areas and ensure comprehension of content and materials to employment in a dental office. Chapters include Professional and Legal Aspects of dental assisting, anatomy and physiology, dental anatomy, infection control and hazardous materials, dental treatment, patient care, dental imaging, preventative dentistry, restorative dentistry, specialized dentistry. Prerequisites: All applicants must be 18 years of age. A high school diploma or GED equivalent is also required. EXAM FEES INCLUDED WITH THIS PROGRAM (upon passing a DANB RHS® Exam (Radiation Health and Safety) exam you will receive a certificate of knowledge-based competency)
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