Licensing/Certification
Licensing/Certification
These courses help prepare students for the state licensing process either for initial licensing and recertification or are programs designed to help students explore and prepare for new employment opportunities. Click on the following links to move to your area of interest.
Construction Trades
603 – Electrical Course for Master Certification
(75 hours/semester) This course consists of 150 hours of instruction for licensed Journeyman Electricians preparing for Master certification. This curriculum furnishes the necessary preparation in related math, science, and business. OSHA laws and the electrical code are thoroughly explored.
25 Sessions, Mon & Wed., 6:30-9:30, begins Jan 28, 2013, $450
Electrical Apprentice Training Program
(75 hours/semester) The electrical apprenticeship courses are designed for apprentices that are currently working in the electrical trade. The courses will help prepare you to sit for the Massachusetts State Examination for the Journeyman Electrical License. Taking the code study courses is only a component of your licensing requirements, you should review and understand all of the licensing requirements available from the Massachusetts Board of Elctricians. All students are responsible for bringing a current 2011 Massachusetts Electrical Code Book to class. You must be a registered electrical apprentice to take these courses.
671 – Electrical Apprentice Training Tier I/Module 1
This is the first of 8 modules needed in the 600 hours of required apprentice training. It is designed to provide instruction in job site and electrical safety, an introduction to NEC code and the process, DC/alarm theory, and basic math.
25 Sessions, Mon. & Wed., 6:30-9:30, Fall 2013, $450
672 – Electrical Apprentice Training Tier I/Module 2
This is the second of 8 modules needed in the 600 hours of required apprentice training. Certified Instruction for apprentices working in the electrical trade. It is designed to provide instruction in Electrical Bonding and Grounding, Low Voltage Systems and Controls, Fire Warning and Security Systems Design and Testing (NFPA 72).
25 Sessions, Mon. & Wed., 6:30-9:30, Jan 28, 2013, $450
673 – Electrical Apprentice Training Tier I/Module 3
The third of 8 modules needed in the 600 hours of required apprentice training. In this module you will cover National Electrical Code application of DC theory, MA Electrical Code, amendments, and wiring methods.
25 Sessions, Mon. & Wed., 6:30-9:30, Fall 2013, $450
674 – Electrical Apprentice Training Tier I/Module 4
Fourth of 8 modules needed in the 600 hours of required apprentice training. Certified Instruction for apprentices working in the electrical trade. In this module you will cover Fiber, Data and Communications wiring and systems, Massachusetts laws and regulations pertaining to electrical wiring and conduct of technicians and apprentices including inspection requirements.
25 Sessions, Mon. & Wed., 6:30-9:30, Jan 28, 2013, $450
675 – Electrical Apprentice Training Tier II/Module 1
The fifth module in this series of 8 (the first of tier II) needed in the 600 hours of required apprentice training. Module 5 covers electrician’s math and basic electrical formulas, electrical circuits, AC theory, raceway, outlet boxes, and conductor fill as well as conductor selection and overcurrent protection.
25 Sessions, Mon. & Wed., 6:30-9:30, Fall 2013, $450
676 – Electrical Apprentice Training Tier II/Module 2
The sixth module in this series of 8 needed in the 600 hours of required apprentice training. Module 6 covers Branch Circuit/Feeder/Service requirements, calculations and voltage drops, motors, controls and transformer requirements, use of code book tables and examples as well as swimming pools and similar instalations.
25 Sessions, Mon. & Wed., 6:30-9:30, Jan 28, 2013, $450
677 – Electrical Apprentice Training Tier II/Module 3
Module 7 of the 8 needed in the 600 hours of required apprentice training includes single and multi-family dwelling calculations and commercial load calculations. Use of the code book tables and examples will make up the curriculum.
25 Sessions, Mon. & Wed., 6:30-9:30, Fall 2013, $450
678 – Electrical Apprentice Training Tier II/Module 4
The last of the 8 modules needed in the 600 hours of required Apprentice training includes Motor & transformer calculations, a review of Electrical Board rules and regulations as well as a review of Massachusetts General Laws applicable to electricians.
25 Sessions, Mon. & Wed., 6:30-9:30, Jan 28, 2013, $450
606 – 15 Hours Mandated Electrical Education
Provides 15 hours continuing education as required by the Board of State Examiners of Electricians for the 3-year period before license renewal. Includes MA Electrical Code, amendments, laws, and regulations.
2 Sessions, Sat & Sun., 8-5, May 4 and 5, 2013, $150
607 – Photovoltaic Solar Panel Installation
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of photovoltaic (PV) system installation and maintenance procedures. The class is divided between classroom-based lectures/activities and project-based activities involving the installation of a residential scale PV system. Upon completion of this course, students are able to define basic electrical terms, identify safety hazards associated with the installation, operation, and maintenance of PV systems, calculate simple circuit values and measure them with multimeter, and compare features and benefits of the most common solar module mounting techniques. At the last class, students will sit for the NABCEP Entry Level Exam, which is the first step in the NABCEP certification process. Textbook and exam fee are included.
5 Sessions, Sat and Sun, 8-5, Mar 2, 15, 16, 23, 24, $595
The plumbing apprenticeship courses are designed for apprentices that are currently working in the plumbing trade. The courses will help prepare you to sit for the Massachusetts State Examination for the Journeyman Plumbing License. These courses only represent part of the requirements to achieve a Journeyman Plumbing License, a complete list of requirements is available from the Massachusetts Board of Plumbing. All students are responsible for bringing a current 2011 Massachusetts Plumbing Code Book to class. You must be a registered plumbing apprentce to take these courses.
684- Plumbing Apprentice Tier IV
This is the fourth of five tiers needed in the 550 hours of required plumbing apprentice training. This 120 hour (110 Required, 10 for test and exam review) is designed for registered plumbing apprentices who are currently working in the plumbing trade. This course will help students fulfill the eligibility requirements for the MA Plumbers Journeyman License exam.
40 Sessions, Mon & Wed., 6:30-9:30, Begins Fall 2013 and Ends May 2014, $849
605 – OSHA 10-Hour (Construction Safety)
The OSHA 10-Hour class is becoming a requirement for numerous construction companies. A new law in the state of MA requires all employees on a prevailing rate job to have an OSHA 10-Hour card as of July 2006. Each student will receive an OSHA 10-Hour card upon successful completion of this course and will have a basic knowledge of important safety requirements in the construction industry. This course is taught by construction trade instructors who have completed OSHA’s Train-the-Trainer course.
2 Sessions, Sat and Sun, 8-2, Feb 23 and 24, $150
610 – Welding Certification
Hands-on practice for welding certification in the following areas: 1) 7018 all positions --limited and unlimited testing; 2) Flux core --all positions -- limited and unlimited testing;
3) Mig -- 1/8 steel vertical (F, H + V). Suggestions and recommendations on a particular area are available. Check on availability of Flux core and Mig upon registration. Certification practice tests included. 505 - Basic Welding or previous welding experience recommended. Safety glasses must be provided by students.
10 Sessions, Wed., 5-8, begins Feb 6, $550
800 – Practical Nursing
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830 – Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
This program is state-certified and provides students with the skills needed to work in a variety of medical settings. Topics include physical and emotional care of patients, vital signs, communication skills, handling of stress, safety issues, and the aging process. Candidates will take a written assessment test for entrance into the program. This assessment includes questions to test basic math skills (such as, addition and subtraction), general English proficiency skills, and previous knowledge for reading and recording physical health measurements. The course consists of classroom instruction followed by practice in a nursing lab. In order to apply these skills in a clinical setting, approximately 24 hours will be spent in a nursing home under the supervision of the instructor. These hours may be extended from 4-8PM or 5-9PM. Based on clinical availability, there is one Saturday full day clinical session. Students must show evidence of good health from their physician, proof of a negative TB test within the last 6 months, and be free of back problems and lifting restrictions. Upon successful completion of this course, students are eligible to apply for the State Department of Public Health exam. Students must meet minimum attendance requirements. Textbook and supplies are included.
28 Sessions, Mon. & Wed., 5:30-9, begins Jan 30, $770
834 – Pharmacy Technician
This comprehensive 50-hour course will prepare students to enter the pharmacy field and to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) exam. Technicians work in hospitals, home infusion and community pharmacies, and other health care settings under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. Course content includes pharmacy-specific medical terminology, reading and interpreting prescriptions, and defining drugs by generic and brand names. Students will learn dosage calculations, I.V. flow rates, drug compounding, dose conversions, dispensing prescriptions, inventory control, and billing and reimbursement. Textbooks included.
15 Sessions, Mon. & Wed., 6-9:30, begins Mar 11., $999
835 – EKG Technician Certification
This comprehensive 50-hour course prepares students to be EKG Technicians and take the American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians - EKG Technician exam and other national certification exams. The course includes important practice and background information on heart anatomy and physiology, medical disease processes, medical terminology, medical ethics, legal aspects of patient contact, laboratory assisting, electrocardiography, and echocardiography. Additionally, students will practice with equipment and perform hands-on labs including an intro to the function and proper use of the EKG machine, normal chest wall anatomy for proper lead placement, 12-lead placement, and other clinical practices.
15 Sessions, Tues. & Thurs., 6-9:30, begins Mar 12, $999
836 – Medical Billing & Coding
This combined 80 hour billing and coding course offers the skills needed to solve insurance billing problems, how to manually file claims (using the CPT and ICD-9 manual), complete common insurance forms, trace delinquent claims, appeal denied claims and use generic forms to streamline billing procedures. The course covers the following areas: CPT (Introduction, Guidelines, Evaluation and Management), specialty fields (such as surgery, radiology and laboratory), ICD-9 (Introduction and Guidelines) and basic claims processes for medical insurance and third party reimbursements. Students will learn how to find the service and codes using manuals, (CPT, ICD-9 and HCPCS). After obtaining practical work experience (6months to 2 years), students who complete this course could be qualified to sit for the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) - Certified Professional Coder Exam (CPC or CPC-H Apprentice); the American Health Information Association (AHIMA) Certified Coding Associate (CCA) exam; and/or other national certification exams.
21 Sessions, begins Mar 11, $1,799,(18) Mon. & Thurs. 6-9:30p (3 Sat), 9a-3p, Mar 23, Apr 13, and May 4
840 – Medical Administrative Assistant
Medical Administrative Assistants support physicians and nurses in maintaining patients' medical and financial records. An administrative assistant’s tasks consist of keeping medical records, greeting patients, billing and clerical duties, scheduling appointments, arranging for admission to the hospital and laboratory services, and checking supplies. A medical administrative assistant may also be required to perform certain clinical tasks including: documenting vital signs (e.g. blood pressures, pulse, respirations, and temperature), performing simple lab tests, preparing patients for examination, arranging equipment and instruments before an exam, assisting physicians during patient exams, explaining treatment, medications, diet schedules, and procedures to the patient.
15 Sessions, Mon. & Wed., 6:00-9:30, Mar 11, $999
841 – Physical Therapy Aide
The purpose of physical therapy is to restore loco-motor function to the human body through alleviating and correcting movement dysfunction. Physical Therapy has become a valuable part of total patient care and rehabilitation. Physical Therapy Aides, under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist, assist with specific components of treatment interventions.
15 Sessions, Tue. & Thu., 6:00-9:30, Mar 12, $999
837 – American Heart Association AED -- Course Completion Card: Valid for 2 Years
The Heartsaver AED Course teaches CPR, AED use, relief of choking in adults and children, and infant CPR and relief of choking. Also use of barrier devices for all ages. This course is for childcare providers as well as those who have a duty to respond to a cardiac emergency because of job responsibilities or regulatory requirements. This course is NOT for Healthcare Professionals.
1 Session, Sat, begins Mar 30, 8a-1p, $95
838– Basic Life Support for Medical Care Providers -- Course Completion Card: Valid for 2 Years
The Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Course covers core material such as adult and pediatric CPR (including two-rescuer scenarios and use of the bag mask), foreign-body airway obstruction, and automated external defibrillation. This course is for healthcare providers, for example, EMS personnel, physician assistants, doctors, dentists, nurses, and respiratory therapists or others who must have a credential (card) documenting successful completion of a CPR course.
1 Session, Sat, Mar 15, 8a-1p, $100
Food Service
613 – ServSafe -- Certification and 614 Recertification (Review & Exam)
(Food Protection Manager Certification) Many cities and towns require that all food service professionals and food handlers be certified in food service sanitation. If it’s time for you to be certified, this course is for you. Topics covered will include How To’s, Do’s, and Don’ts for receiving, storing, cooking, cooling, and reheating food safely. Temperatures, illnesses, chemicals, food types, and government regulations will be covered. Upon completion of this course, you will receive a federally registered certification document good for 5 years. Because of the Veteran's Day holiday, the last class will be on a Wednesday.
613 Certification: 4 Sessions, Mon, begins Feb 25, 6-9, $200
614 Recertification (Review and Exam): 1 Session, Mon, Mar 18, 6-9, $80
Follow these links to the individual pages for each of these programs
720 – Manicuring (Next program begins Feb 4, 2013 - Mon & Wed)
700 & 710 – Evening & Day Cosmetology (Next program begins Sep. 2013)
723 – Aesthetics & Skin Care (Next Program begins Sep. 2013)
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