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Medical, Caregiving, and Education
Medical - General
Medical Terminology - Root Terms and Word Associations
This course will present a comprehensive introduction and overview of medical terminology in a straightforward and easy manner for students who have no previous background in biology or medicine. Students will gain hands-on, practical experience working with word parts and medical terms related to each of the body systems. Students in this course will learn by doing. Every lesson reinforces the content through writing exercises and interaction with medical terminology. Through these interactive activities, students will gain the fundamental knowledge needed to be successful in one of the many fastest-growing fields in allied health.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $139.95
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
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AEM®/CEM® Prep Course (U.S. version)
The AEM®/CEM® Prep Course was designed in partnership with the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM). This course is designed for emergency management professionals seeking the AEM or CEM credential. The course walks learners through submitting an application and offers essay writing tips. Primarily, the course reviews key terms and concepts that may appear on the AEM/CEM exam. Learners can check their understanding throughout the course with interactive games, review checkpoints, and exams. Certified Emergency Managers provide expert commentary, using their knowledge and experience to guide learners through the course. Plus, learners can gauge their exam readiness with two full-length practice exams, which mirror the real AEM/CEM exam.
Please note that this course cannot be used to meet the AEM/CEM emergency management or general management training requirements at this time.
Type of instruction: Online
Price: $399
Hours to Complete: 3
Access to Curriculum Time: 6 months
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Introduction to Emergency Management in the U.S.
Emergency management is a critical and expanding field; climate change has increased the extent and frequency of natural disasters, and terrorism is a growing threat. Therefore, emergency managers play an increasingly vital role across the whole community and all levels of government. This course is designed for learners who are studying emergency management for the first time, preparing for a new career or job role in emergency management, or seeking to refresh their knowledge of foundational concepts.
Type of instruction: Online
Price: $199
Hours to Complete: 10
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 days
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Aromatherapist Career Prep
Aromatherapy uses plant materials and aromatic plant oils, including essential oils, and other aroma compounds for the purpose of altering one's mood, cognitive, psychological or physical well-being. It can be offered as a complementary therapy or, more controversially, as form of alternative medicine. In this course we will discuss and become familiar with the principles of aromatherapy, the benefits of aromatherapy, the items and techniques used in aromatherapy, and the fundamentals of the aromatherapy business.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $1,025
Hours to Complete: 60
Access to Curriculum Time: 12 months
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Essential Emergency Medicine Spanish
Essential Emergency Medicine Spanish is a self-paced, online course that will prepare you to confidently perform a complete H&P and discuss testing, treatment, and disposition in Spanish for common patient scenarios encountered in emergency medicine.
Type of instruction: Mentor supported, online
Price: $165
Hours to Complete: 25
Access to Curriculum Time: 12 months
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Healthcare Professional Perspectives on HIV and AIDS
While much is now known about HIV infection, its direct and indirect effects continue to challenge patients, families, communities, and caregivers. A new generation of health care providers is now needed to provide care for persons living with HIV/AIDS (PLWH). Unlike earlier professional caregivers who had limited treatment options and primarily provided care for those dying from AIDS, the new generation of caregivers must understand HIV/AIDS as a chronic condition that PLWH may live with for several decades. This course will provide a comprehensive overview of HIV and AIDS, and it will cover topics ranging from the history of HIV, transmission, prevention, patient management, and working with special populations. When a student completes this course, the student will have a thorough understanding of the needs of patients living with HIV/AIDS and will be better equipped to provide care for those infected with the virus.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $1,599
Hours to Complete: 70
Access to Curriculum Time: 12 months
Healthcare Professional Perspectives on HIV and AIDS
Medical Terminology Career Prep
Learn and recognize word roots, prefixes, and suffixes used in medical language today. Learn how to combine words to create meaningful medical conditions as well as comprehend their definition and know the correct spelling. In this medical terminology course you will learn medical terms related to all major body systems. Medical terms are introduced in the context of human anatomy and physiology to help you understand exactly what they mean. You will practice defining and understanding medical terms using case studies, vignettes, and activities.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $1,225
Hours to Complete: 135
Access to Curriculum Time: 12 months
Medical - Administrative
Medical Transcriptionist Career Prep
A medical transcriptionist is an integral part of a healthcare team. Transcriptionists must be familiar with the terminology used in every medical specialty and must be able to produce the documents and reports required by each specialty in a professional and competent manner. These reports are the foundation of patient care and not only comprise a patient’s complete record, but also track a patient’s medical history and determine any future treatment. This course identifies the specific knowledge, skills, and education required for medical transcriptionists and outlines the responsibilities associated with the occupation. Students who complete this course will be well prepared for careers in the medical transcription field, whether they choose to work in private physicians’ offices, clinics or hospital settings, or as self-employed medical transcription entrepreneurs.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $2,695
Hours to complete: 440
Access to Curriculum Time: 12 months
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Preparing for ICD-10 Coding
Effective October 2015, the coding system officially transitioned from ICD-9 to ICD-10-CM/PCS. The structure of the new code sets is radically different from ICD-9. ICD-10 implementation will impact virtually all processes, technology and people within a health care enterprise. Be ready for the transition to the ICD-10-CM with this ICD 10 Transition course. This course will provide an introduction to ICD-10-CM coding and help you translate your knowledge of ICD-9-CM coding to the new code set. Through the use of expert developed learning modules, in-course activities, and case studies, you will learn everything you need to know to make the transition to ICD 10.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $1,725
Hours to Complete: 265
Access to Curriculum Time: 12 months
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Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist Career Prep
It is so important for students entering the workforce to be well prepared for the challenges found there. For those students hoping for a career in health care, it is imperative that they have an understanding of electronic health records and how those records impact patient care and reimbursement. This course will provide the instructional tools needed to facilitate student learning of the electronic health record process. Administrative, clinical, and billing applications are discussed, as well as real-world situations that the students will encounter in the workforce.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $1,495
Hours to Complete: 145
Access to Curriculum Time: 12 months
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Medical Administrative Assistant - Live Online
This program prepares students to be professional medical administrative assistants dedicated to front office skills in a healthcare setting. Graduates are equipped to answer phones, process bills, communicate with patients, be up-to-date with HIPAA compliance and general office duties. The program goal is to prepare competent entry-level medical administrative assistants in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains.
Type of instruction: Live Online, Instructor Led
Price: $2,199
Hours to Complete: 160
Access to Curriculum Time: Schedule Varies
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Medical Administrative Assistant Career Prep
Administrative Medical Assisting is one of the fastest growing careers in the health care industry today. The need for professionals that understand how to utilize computerized medical office software and perform administrative office procedures is growing substantially. Physician practices, hospitals, chiropractic practices, and other health care providers all depend on administrative professionals for day-to-day-support. In the Administrative Medical Assistant course you will learn medical terminology, patient confidentiality, scheduling, customer service, basic patient documentation, and basic billing as well as other administrative duties required by front office personnel.
Type of instruction: Self-Paced, Online
Price: $1,645
Hours to Complete: 265
Access to Curriculum Time: 12 Months
Medical - Billing and Coding
Medical Billing and Coding - Live Online
Medical Billing and Coding Career Prep Complete is a growing career field with numerous job opportunities. This course combines the basics of medical coding, medical billing, and medical terminology to provide a comprehensive program that will prepare you to work as a Medical Coding and Billing Specialist in a professional medical office. In this course, you will learn about the necessary medical terminology, insurance guidelines and compliance requirements, medical billing functions, and legal and ethical issues. Upon completion of this course, you will be fully prepared to begin working in a professional medical office. Students will be prepared to take either the AMCA Billing Coding Specialist Certification (BCSC) national certification exam or the NHA Billing and Coding Specialist Certification (CBCS) national certification exam.
Type of instruction: Live online, instructor led
Price: $3,299
Hours to Complete: 160
Access to Curriculum Time: Schedule Varies
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Medical Billing and Coding Career Prep
With the Medical Billing Career Prep program, you will gain the skills you need to enter one of the fastest-growing fields in allied health as a medical billing specialist. In this program, you will gain hands-on, practical experience working with the main coding manuals in the field, the ICD-10-CM and the CPT. In addition; you will be introduced to ICD-10-CM. You will also master the legal, ethical, and regulatory concepts that are central to this field. Upon completion of this program, you will be ready to begin your career in an entry-level position. Students will also be prepared to take the Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) national certification exam offered by National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $2,995
Hours to Complete: 630
Access to Curriculum Time: 12 Months
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Medical Billing Career Prep
With the Medical Billing Career Prep program, you will gain the skills you need to enter one of the fastest-growing fields in allied health as a medical billing specialist. In this program, you will gain hands-on, practical experience working with the main coding manuals in the field, the ICD-10-CM and the CPT. In addition; you will be introduced to ICD-10-CM. You will also master the legal, ethical, and regulatory concepts that are central to this field. Upon completion of this program, you will be ready to begin your career in an entry-level position. Students will also be prepared to take the Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) national certification exam offered by National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or the Billing Coding Specialist certification exam offered by American Medical Certification Association.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $1,695
Hours to Complete: 330
Access to Curriculum Time: 12 Months
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Medical Coding Career Prep
With the Medical Coding program, you will gain the skills you need to enter one of the fastest-growing fields in allied health as a medical coding specialist. In this program, you will gain hands-on, practical experience working with the main coding manuals in the field. In addition you will be introduced to the new ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding system. You will also master the legal, ethical, and regulatory concepts that are central to this field.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $1,695
Hours to Complete: 330
Access to Curriculum Time: 12 Months
Medical - Patient Care
EKG Technician Career Prep
The course will combine theory and practice to provide instruction in all aspects of EKG technology and patient care. Students will learn about the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system, appropriate patient care, and how to properly conduct an electrocardiogram (ECG). The course will also provide students knowledge as to how to diagnose different rhythms discovered through ECG tests. Additional topics that students will learn about is the use of pacemakers as well as ECG cardiogram artifacts and the 12-leag ECG and acute myocardial infarction. Upon completing this course, students will have gained knowledge and confidence to be able to move one step closer to take either the AMCA EKG Technician Certification (ETC) national certification exam or the NHA EKG Technician Certification (CET) national certification exam.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $949
Hours to Complete: 60
Access to Curriculum Time: 12 months
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EKG Technician Career Prep - Live Online
The course will combine theory and practice to provide instruction in all aspects of EKG technology and patient care. Students will learn about the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system, appropriate patient care, and how to properly conduct an electrocardiogram (ECG). The course will also provide students knowledge as to how to diagnose different rhythms discovered through ECG tests. Additional topics that students will learn about is the use of pacemakers as well as ECG cardiogram artifacts and the 12-leag ECG and acute myocardial infarction. Upon completing this course, students will have gained knowledge and confidence to be able to move one step closer to take either the AMCA EKG Technician Certification (ETC) national certification exam or the NHA EKG Technician Certification (CET) national certification exam.
Type of instruction: Live online, instructor led
Price: $1,495
Hours to Complete: 78
Access to Curriculum Time: Varies
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Medical Assistant - Live Online
This program prepares students to be professional medical assistants dedicated to patient care management. Graduates are equipped to assist physicians with examinations and treatments, take medical histories, perform diagnostic tests, expose X-ray films, sterilize instruments and supplies, assist with minor surgery and administer medications. The program goal is to prepare competent entry-level medical assistants in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains.
Type of instruction: Live online, instructor led
Price: $3,094
Hours to Complete: 218
Access to Curriculum Time: Schedule Varies
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Medical Assistant Career Prep
Health care is changing, and the role of the Medical Assistant is more important than ever. The Medical Assistant is the most versatile member of the healthcare team and is an important part of the successful physician practice. Although the skills the Medical Assistant performs will vary among medical offices, this course will fully prepare the student with a wide variety of skills, making him or her an essential part of the healthcare team. This course will provide a comprehensive overview of all aspects of clinical medical assisting, including care and management of the patient, the different body systems, administering and injecting medications, insurance and coding requirements, the special needs of pediatric and geriatric patients, and employment opportunities and strategies for Medical Assistants.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $2,495
Hours to Complete: 175
Access to Curriculum Time: 12 Months
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Mental Health Care Career Prep
Mental Health Technicians are in high demand right now! This certificate program will prepare individuals to enter this growing field with the skills and experience necessary to be a successful Mental Health Technician. This course provides a comprehensive overview of mental health care and the special needs of mental health patients. The full spectrum of mental health disorders will be discussed, along with information about the therapeutic interventions for each disorder. In addition, students will learn how external factors such as substance abuse, poverty, and culture impact a patient’s willingness to seek and participate in treatment. Upon completion of this course, students will have a thorough understanding of mental health care and will be fully prepared to begin working in the field.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $1,595
Hours to Complete: 310
Access to Curriculum Time: 12 Months
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Physical Therapy Technician Career Prep
This comprehensive course will cover the knowledge, practices, and techniques needed to prepare you for the AMCA Physical Therapy Technician certification exam and satisfy the certification course requirement prior to exam admittance. Throughout this course, you will be required to read portions of the assigned text, complete reflective activities and practice activities, watch videos demonstrating procedure and research more information on assigned topics. Completion of this course will take approximately 120 hours. At the completion of this course, you will be required to take and pass the 50 question exam that will prepare you for your national certification exam.
Type of instruction: Mentor-supported, online
Price: $1,495
Hours to Complete: 120
Access to Curriculum Time: 12 Months
Medical - Home Health
Home Health Aide Career Prep
Home Health Aides work directly with individuals in their homes to provide assistance with daily living and self-care tasks. Home health aides help people who are disabled, chronically ill, or cognitively impaired. They often help older adults who need assistance. In some states, home health aides may be able to give a client medication or check the client’s vital signs under the direction of a nurse or other healthcare practitioner. This course will provide a comprehensive overview of the Home Health Aide profession through the use of theoretical and practical applications. Students will learn about the medical and social needs of home health care clients, as well as the nutrition, personal care, cleaning, and infection control tasks required of Home Health Aides. Upon completion of this course, students will be fully prepared to begin working with clients in their homes. In addition, this course will provide an initial educational foundation for students preparing to take state licensing or certification exams. However, since the requirements for each state differ, students will have to conduct their own research to determine state-specific certification requirements. Depending on the state requirements, the student may need to complete additional coursework or additional licensing requirements (e.g. externship or other work experience) beyond the completion of this course.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $1,425
Hours to Complete: 154
Access to Curriculum Time: 12 months
Medical - Pharmacy
Pharmacy Technician - Live Online
This program prepares students to be professional Pharmacy Technicians dedicated to assisting Registered Pharmacists in quality pharmacy operational procedures. Graduates are equipped to assist the Pharmacist filling prescriptions according to doctor’s orders. Pharmacy Technicians also participate in ordering products and inventory control, as well as billing and receiving payments. Trained graduates that pass this course, are eligible to sit for a national certification exam. Once students pass the course and certification exam, they can submit an application to participate in a internship program with national affiliation partners like CVS and Walgreens, or local pharmacy operations near their residence. This internship is what many employers in this industry want to see that tells them the student is job ready for this high demand job.
Type of instruction: Live online, instructor led
Price: $1,595
Hours to Complete: 248
Access to Curriculum Time: Schedule Varies
Veterinary
Veterinary Assistant Career Prep
In this course, you will discuss and become proficient in the skills, terminology, and procedures necessary to assist in a veterinary office.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $1,425
Hours to Complete: 240
Access to Curriculum Time: 12 months
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Veterinary Office Manager Career Prep
The purpose of this course is to prepare an individual to manage and attend to the administrative, bookkeeping, and reception duties in a veterinary office. Concepts include medical record filing, appointment setting, record-keeping, bookkeeping and billing, and office etiquette.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $2,595
Hours to Complete: 400
Access to Curriculum Time: 12 months
Education - Child Development
Child Development
A child's age and developmental progress affects how they see the world and how they learn new things. In this course we will explore various child development and educational theories and how they influence how children learn. This course also explores how learning is affected by family, peers and cultural factors. This course is for educators and paraprofessionals.
Type of instruction: Self-Paced, online
Price: $375
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
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Learning Styles in the Classroom
Does it seem like some of your students get it with very little help from you while others never seem to even after a lot of one-on-one coaching? If so, it could that you are not speaking their learning language. Every person brings their own learning style to the classroom, even young children. By learning about your own learning style and the learning styles of others you will learn ways to reach all of your students and to help them to learn better.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $305
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
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Multiple Intelligences in the Classroom
Every student in your class is intelligent. The trick is to finding out just how he or she is intelligent and tapping that to help your student to learn more easily and to allow him or her to add a new a dimension to your course. Howard Gardners's Multiple Intelligence Theory defines students as intelligent in one of eight areas. By teaching to a student's intelligences and by allowing them to express themselves using their preferred intelligences the entire classroom can be enriched. Students will explore the Multiple Intelligences theories and learn to design lesson plans that appeal to various intelligences.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $305
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
Education - Teaching
Creating a Global Classroom
This course will help you understand the need for and the value of a global classroom. You will learn about innovative ways to collaborate and the concrete steps you can take to bring a global perspective to your own classroom. You will leave this course with a better understanding of what globalization really means. You will also be provided with a solid, seven-step plan to create the global classroom you want for yourself and your students. Lastly, you will look at how those seven steps can lead to standards-based projects that will excite and engage.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $139.95
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
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Effective Parent-Teacher Meetings
In this course, teachers will learn and review constructive communication skills that will enhance the parent/teacher meeting and assist in building positive relationships. Effective communication skills will be included both verbal and nonverbal communication along with proper preparation. In addition, participants will also learn techniques to handle difficult conversations, learn methods for defusing a escalated conversation and redirecting the tone of the meeting. Learners will have the opportunity to watch videos of both productive and non-productive teacher/parent meetings and reflect on the how the skills previously learned. Additional, participants may identify additional tips and tricks that may be useful in their own classroom, such as setting an action plan for the teacher, student and parent to work on together. Lastly, participants will review follow-up activities that can be used after the parent/teacher meeting.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $139.95
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
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Fundamentals of Instructional Design
Students will explore ways in which courses can be designed. Students will be introduced to the ADDIE design model and other design models that may work in other environments. Students will write instructional objectives and design a unit of instruction and assessments that support the instructional objects. Students will plan an evaluation of their instructional materials.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $270
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
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Grant Writing for Teachers and Educational Support Personnel
Grants are a great way to fund school projects. The process of obtaining a grant may seem daunting at first, but many educators have successfully obtained money for their school by writing grant proposals. This course will walk you through the process of developing a plan and writing a grant proposal step-by-step. You will learn tips and techniques from successful grant writers to improve your chances of receiving the funds you need for your school.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $139.95
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
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Managing Conflict for Teachers and Educational Support Personnel
This course will prepare teachers and educational support personnel to better manage conflicts in the school environment, with a focus on student interactions. You will learn what causes conflict, effective ways to respond to conflict, how to manage conflicts with your coworkers, and how to de-escalate angry parents and students. Finally, you will learn about restorative practices and how they improve relationships in the educational setting. The purpose of the course is to improve relationships, increase job satisfaction, reduce negative interactions, and equip school personnel with skills to resolve conflicts in ways that are mutually beneficial.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $139.95
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
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Project Based Learning Strategies and Tools
This course will help you understand what project-based learning is (and what it is not). You will explore examples of PBL and review what the research has to say on the effectiveness of this approach. You will move to on explore how to plan your own project based learning experiences for your classroom. As the course progresses, you will review key elements to managing PBL with your students. As more and more schools today work to implement more project-based learning, you will also find out how you can not only be ahead of the curve but also take on a leadership role.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $139.95
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
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Students as Content Creators
This course is designed to introduce the concept of students as content creators and provide a rationale for using content creation with your students, including how it aligns with state or common core standards. Beyond concepts, the course includes examples of student created content, an exploration of available digital tools, and how to incorporate the process of student created content into lesson plans and assessments. This course is intended for teachers at all grade levels in all subject areas.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $139.95
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
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Teaching Math
Review the skills you will need to pass the Instructional Paraprofessional's exam as you explore ways creative ways to present math skills to students. We will learn ways to help students become excited about math. We will explore ways to present math skills to student at all grade levels. This course is applicable to teachers as well as instructional paraprofessionals.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $375
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
Teaching Reading
Review the skills you will need to pass the Instructional Paraprofessional's exam as you explore ways creative ways to present reading skills to students. We will learn ways to help students become excited about reading. We will explore ways to present reading skills to student at all grade levels and ways to improve the assessment of reading skills. This course is applicable to teachers as well as instructional paraprofessionals.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $375
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
Teaching Science to Children in Grades 4 - 6
This course will provide you with techniques, strategies and ideas to work with students grades 4-6 in the science classroom. You will review the skills needed to learn science and learn how you can foster those skills. You will look at types of lessons as well as types of assessments. After this course, you will have new, fresh approaches to help teach your science students in ways that engage and motivate them.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $139.95
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
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Teaching Strategies for Students with ADHD
This course will provide you with techniques, strategies and interventions to help students with ADHD succeed in the classroom. You will review the characteristics of students with ADHD and how a diagnosis is made. You will look at medications and treatments for students who are diagnosed. Lastly, you will review concrete steps you can take, as an educator, to support these students in your classroom.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $139.95
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
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Teaching Students in High School
This course will provide you with techniques, strategies and ideas to work with students at the high school level. You will review the challenges of teaching high school students today and how you can overcome those barriers. You will examine what rigor looks like and innovative programs that work. Lastly, you will see how you can develop a framework for success with an evidence-based and transparent process.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $139.95
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
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Teaching Writing
Review the skills you will need to pass the Instructional Paraprofessional's exam as you explore ways creative ways to present writing skills to students. We will learn ways to help students become excited about writing. We will explore ways to present writing skills to student at all grade levels and ways to improve the assessment of writing skills. This course is applicable to teachers as well as instructional paraprofessionals.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $375
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
Teachers Aide
The Instructional Paraprofessional Certification Program will prepare you to assist classroom teachers in instruction of mathematics, reading and writing. The required courses include topics in teaching mathematic, reading and writing, an overview of the job of Instructional Paraprofessional and an introduction to child development. The elective courses allow students to explore areas related to instruction including classroom management skills, teaching and learning theories and instructional methods. The Instructional Paraprofessional Certification Program will help prepare you to pass the Educational Testing Services ParaPro Exam or other skills assessment exams and to pass any observation-based certification programs required by your state.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $3,499
Hours to Complete: 208
Access to Curriculum Time: 12 Months
Education - Technology
Online Safety for Teachers and Students
In today’s world, use of the Internet and online resources is inevitable. From phones to tablets to laptops and beyond, students can access information from anywhere. Knowing how to use these resources safely and effectively is important for both teachers and their students, especially within the classroom setting. The teacher’s role is to provide their students with the information needed to protect themselves against online threats; threats from other students or threats regarding their personal information. This course will provide the background information and additional resources teachers can use to begin this conversation with their students.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $139.95
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
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Effective and Engaging Use of Interactive Whiteboards in the Classroom
In this course, you will learn how to incorporate interactive whiteboard activities into a variety of subject specific lesson plans. Explore how teachers have been using this technology to enhance their classrooms to engage their students. Throughout this course, you will have the opportunity to hear what current teachers have to say about interactive whiteboards; review educational theory that supports using a variety of technology in the classroom; create individual activities that can be incorporated into your existing lesson plans; and finally learn about the features that proprietary interactive whiteboards, such as SMART board, offer.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $139.95
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
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Understanding and Preventing Cyber Bullying
Cyberbullying or online bullying has quickly become a 21st century epidemic and a growing concern for students, parents, and educators. Cyberbullying is willful and involves recurring or repeated harm inflicted through electronic text. Cyberbullying can be as simple as continuing to send e-mail to someone who does not want further contact with the sender. This course will examine the harmful effects of online harassment and give educators at all levels an overview of research on cyberbullying and how they can be the driving force to prevent it in their schools. We will then explore preventative strategies as well as how school staff can address these issues when they occur. A clear understanding of what constitutes harassment and the harmful effects of harassment on people and institutions is essential to providing a safe and inclusive school environment for all. Additionally, teachers will learn various techniques to prevent and stop cyberbullying that they can implement upon returning to their classrooms.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $139.95
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
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Using Universal Design in Rapid Prototyping Instructional Design
Using universal design in rapid prototyping instructional design involves considering the potential needs of all learners when designing and delivering instruction by identifying and eliminating unnecessary barriers to teaching and learning while maintaining academic rigor. The design is a systematic process that is employed to develop education and training programs in a consistent and reliable fashion. Instructional design is a core component of the field and a foundational skill that all educational technology experts should have in their repertoire. Being informed with models and theories, instructional designers apply their skills and knowledge to bring about predictable results. Using universal design in rapid prototyping is intended to reduce the time and cost of a traditional ISD approach, while increasing its flexibility for all users. Using rapid prototyping, as an instructional design process, strives to realize the structure of the design with a prototype, as early in the process as possible to reduce the time and expense of a full development cycle. This course will help students to analyze, apply, and evaluate principles of using universal design in instructional design to develop education and training materials spanning a wide range of knowledge domains and instructional technologies.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $139.95
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
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Using Web Resources in the Classroom
K-12 education has entered a new technological era. In increasingly dynamic educational settings, web resources can be integrated into the curriculum to promote student engagement and achievement. In order to take advantage of these settings, teachers need to have the appropriate knowledge and experience. In this course, teachers will learn to integrate web resource tools to create engaging learning experiences for their students. This course is designed for K-12 educators and focuses on the appropriate use of technology to facilitate the teaching and learning process. Throughout this course, students will gain experience in working through the skill component of using web resources effectively in the K-12 classroom. Instructional methods will be explored utilizing a variety of technology for collaboration, and student assessment. In addition, the utilization and evaluation of various web resources and their appropriateness will be emphasized.
Type of instruction: Self-paced, online
Price: $139.95
Hours to Complete: 24
Access to Curriculum Time: 180 Days
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Introduction to Online Learning
Storytelling and the use of narrative case studies can be a highly effective way to teach. Often, we learn best by doing, and in the context of online learning, "doing" often means utilizing case study and role-playing methods. This course introduces the major techniques and strategies for integrating narrative learning into an educational curriculum. It presents different types of narrative learning and identifies the best means to utilize each. Finally, it explores the efficacy of narrative learning and how it can be applied to online design and instruction. This course was developed by MindEdge's National Institute of Online Learning (NIOL), which was founded in 2012 with the goal to improve the quality and effectiveness of online learning, especially for adult learners, by promoting best practices and innovation in the field.
Type of instruction: Online
Price: $79
Hours to Complete: 5
Access to Curriculum Time: 90 days
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Narrative Learning
In developing any online learning material, federal regulations require adherence to specific accessibility standards. Students with disabilities must be given equal access to learn the content. This can be a major road block to an organization trying to develop online coursework. This course covers the basics of online learning accessibility standards and reviews best practices for accessibility.
Type of instruction: Online
Price: $79
Hours to Complete: 5
Access to Curriculum Time: 90 days
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Online Learning Accessibility
Even the most experienced teachers often need help transitioning into the world of teaching online. When you don't meet your students face-to-face teachers must adjust their tactics and strategies to help them identify struggling students and to ensure students are engaging and learning the material. This course offers a brief survey of the major models, tools, and techniques in teaching online.
Type of instruction: Online
Price: $49
Hours to Complete: 2
Access to Curriculum Time: 90 days
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Teaching Online
Even the most experienced teachers often need help transitioning into the world of teaching online. When you don't meet your students face-to-face teachers must adjust their tactics and strategies to help them identify struggling students and to ensure students are engaging and learning the material. This course offers a brief survey of the major models, tools, and techniques in teaching online.
Type of instruction: Online
Price: $79
Hours to Complete: 5
Access to Curriculum Time: 90 days
The Technology of Online Learning
The technology of online learning is constantly evolving. Not only is the technology of content presentation becoming more complex, but the delivery, integration, grade syncing, and expanding learning management system markets all add the puzzle. As a developer of online courses, this course seeks to give you the vocabulary and tools you need to ask the right questions and understand the fundamental concepts of technology in online learning. It reviews the key software and hardware options available, and it covers best practices in using technology. This course was developed by MindEdge's National Institute of Online Learning (NIOL), which was founded in 2012 with the goal to improve the quality and effectiveness of online learning, especially for adult learners, by promoting best practices and innovation in the field.
Type of instruction: Online
Price: $79
Hours to Complete: 5
Access to Curriculum Time: 90 days
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Certificate in Online Learning
Creating effective online learning courses and simulations can be a challenge. There are tools and techniques, as well as best practices, that can help those designing and creating online learning content for organizations and institutions of higher education. This Certificate in Online Learning offered by the National Institute of Online Learning (NIOL) draws upon the lessons learned by the creative, editorial, and technical teams at MindEdge Learning. MindEdge Learning, founded in 1998, has developed online courses and simulations used by hundreds of thousands of students in higher education and the private sector. This certificate offers instruction on the major models, tools, and techniques in creating and delivering online learning. It reviews the fundamentals of general learning theory and how it can be applied, in practice, to online design and instruction. Further, the certificate provides a brief survey of the technology employed in online learning, best practices for teaching online, strategies for integrating narrative learning into an educational curriculum, and the basics of developing accessible online learning. Each of these self-paced courses offer an assortment of interactive exercises, selected readings, and self-assessments. Upon successful completion of all courses in this certificate program, you can download and print a Certificate of Completion.
Type of instruction: Online
Price: $320
Hours to Complete: 22
Access to Curriculum Time: 365 days
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