Health Professions Online Classes
These six certificates are accredited by: ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC,
an accredited provider of continuing education in nursing by the
American Nursing Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation
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Health Professions - Online Programs Indiana University South Bend Extended Learning Services - Continuing Education Summer 2007 |
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These six certificates are accredited by: ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC, an accredited provider of continuing education in nursing by the American Nursing Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation |
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Web-Based Interactive, Career Development Program This interactive, web-based program has an instructor assigned to assist with student questions and problems. Class starts anytime. Students have six months to complete program. |
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Certified
National Pharmaceutical
The CNPR is a federally
trademarked certification which can be obtained by acquiring the necessary
knowledge in pharmacology, medical terminology, physiology, and regulations
for selling pharmaceuticals. The Certified National Pharmaceutical
Representative (CNPR) online training program was developed in partnership
with the National Association of Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives (NAPSR).
This unique training program will prepare students for a new career as a
Pharmaceutical Sales Representative and for national certification through
NAPSR. As a registered student of the CNPR program, you will automatically
become a member of NAPSR and will be eligible to sit for the CNPR national
certification exam at no additional cost. Click here for additional information - course objectives and outline, instructor bio, etc. $1595/ 120 hours Starts any time.
To register for this class you must call Extended Learning Services at 574-520-4261. You cannot register on-line. |
According to the current edition of the Occupational Outlook Handbook, Medical Transcription is among the ten fastest growing occupations in the U.S. An MT often works for hospitals, outpatient clinics, physician offices, national transcription services, or other medical offices. An MT listens to dictated recordings made by physicians and other healthcare professionals and transcribes them, creating medical reports that eventually become part of patients' permanent files.
Students must have excellent editing and proofreading skills. Students should have a basic understanding of a word-processing program, to include being proficient at keyboarding, creating documents, e-mailing, and printing. (See prerequisites below.) Students gain a working knowledge of medical terminology and the ability to transcribe medical reports, learning the skills they need to obtain an entry-level position as a medical transcriptionist.
Click here for additional information - course objectives and outline, instructor bio, etc. $1595/ 120 hours Starts any time.
To register for this class you must call Extended Learning Services at 574-520-4261. You cannot register on-line. |
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Enjoy the rewards of working with animals! This exciting new online Veterinary Assistant Program can help you can make a difference. The essential skills you will learn in this program will help you keep animals healthy, care for them when they are ill, and assist veterinarians in their offices! This nationally recognized Veterinary Assistant Online Certificate Course prepares students for an exciting new career as a veterinary assistant. Students in the program learn about the care of animals as well as how to recognize signs of illness and disease. This online program also covers interpersonal communication, interaction with clients and their animals, as well as how to assist the veterinarian during examinations. Administrative duties, such as fee collection, banking, and accounts payable are emphasized, and the program contains basic information about pet insurance. Textbooks are included. Click here for additional information - course objectives and outline, instructor bio, etc. $1595/ 120 hours Starts any time.
To register for this class you must call Extended Learning Services at 574-520-4261. You cannot register on-line.
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These six certificates are accredited by: ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC, an accredited provider of continuing education in nursing by the American Nursing Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation |
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With the population aging at a rapid rate, the number of individuals over 65 will more than double by the year 2020. The demand for knowledgeable providers to meet the needs of this population is dramatically increasing. The Certificate in Gerontology represents a specialization in the field of gerontology. It is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of health care professionals who work with the older adults.
$269 (30 contact hours) Click here for more information and to enroll in class. Classes begin on the third Wednesday of each month with two new lessons for six weeks |
Today's health
care system is evolving in its approach to the health and care of a
culturally and ethnically diverse client population. In the United States,
the aging population, an increasing public awareness of major risk factors
contributing to chronic illness, and the public's growing desire for
alternative health care options are just a few of the factors behind the
expanding interest in complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). Rapidly
gaining in popularity, CAM is used by more than 40% of the U.S. population.
The demand for knowledgeable providers to meet the needs of this population
is dramatically increasing. $269 (27 contact hours) Click here for more information and to enroll in class. Classes begin on the third Wednesday of each month with two new lessons for six weeks |
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Spirituality,
religion, and culture play an important role in health and healing. Health
care systems and health care professionals must recognize and understand a
variety of spiritual and religious values, beliefs, and practices and their
impact on health and healing.
$199 (26 contact hours) Click here for more information and to enroll in class. Classes begin on the third Wednesday of each month with two new lessons for six weeks
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The
Certificate in End-of-Life Care represents
$269 (26 contact hours) Click here for more information and to enroll in class. Classes begin on the third Wednesday of each month with two new lessons for six weeks |
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This certificate program is
designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of nurses and health care
professionals who work with clients and patients of all ages. You'll gain
insights into the peaks and valleys of human development and develop unique
opportunities to further your relationships with colleagues and patients.
1Click here for more information and to enroll in class. Classes begin on the third Wednesday of each month with two new lessons for six weeks
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This
certificate program is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of
nurses who work with all types of patients. By examining key issues ranging
from basic legal concepts to bioethical dilemmas, you'll learn relevant and
practical information you can immediately use to improve your practice and
provide the most effective care to your patients. $169 (23 contact hours) Click here for more information and to enroll in class. Classes begin on the third Wednesday of each month with two new lessons for six weeks |
a
specialization in the field of caring for those who are experiencing a
terminal illness. It is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of
individuals who work with dying patients by providing a multidisciplinary
educational experience. 
