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Adult & Community Education (ACE) Seniors Program
Welding ~ Beginners to Intermediate to Advanced
with Richard Mitchell III
In this Welding Class, Richard teaches welding at all levels from beginners to advanced with one on one instruction.
The first class is mandatory as safety training and equipment safety are discussed and demonstrated.
Welding Class Scope and Sequence:
- Health & Safety aspects of welding (PPE and proper lab behavior)
- (SMAW) "aka Stick" equipment and setup
- Polarities and electrical fundamentals
- Wire identification spool and electrode
- Metal shear operation
- Electric arc wedling (6011 flat) Padding
- An introduction to (GMAW) "aka MIG" welding
- Oxy-acetylene safety, setup, and cutting
- Plasma safety, setup, and cutting
- OPEN LAb - each student can pick a particular area of interest and work on their own profect.
Medical Administrative Assistant with Medical Billing Live Online, or Online Anytime, Self-Paced
with Academy of Medical Professions Instructor
Academy of Medical Professions (AMP) is in partnership with Houlton/Hodgdon Adult Ed, Houlton Regional Hospital, and Katahdin Valley Health Center.
See Attached Flyer for More Information on 5 Healthcare programs available through AMP.
Medical Administrative Assistant with Billing
Option 1: Live Online Instruction.
Starts October 11, 2023 for 16 wks
On Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30pm
Option 2: Self-Paced. Start Anytime.
- FREE if eligible for sponsorship, scholarship, agency assistance, or workforce training funds.
- And if you don't qualify, payment plans are available!
For More Information and to Apply:
Call Adult Ed at 521-3100 ext. 5
or email patricia.sloat@rsu29.org or visit www.rsu29-70.maineadulted.org
WHAT IS A MEDICAL OFFICE SPECIALIST - NATIONALLY CERTIFIED AS A MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (CMAA) MEDICAL BILLING CERTIFICATE THROUGH AMP
A Medical Administrative Assistant is a versatile professional. The duties that are performed vary not only from office to office but even within the same office. Medical Administrative Assistants perform routine duties within the offices of many types of health professionals, including physicians, chiropractors, cardiologists and others. In addition, individuals can accomplish various jobs in the hospital environment, and some are employed by freestanding emergency centers and surgery centers.
This certification program will teach you the practical real-world skills essential for success in the healthcare field. This completely inclusive course consists of Medical Terminology, Medical Front Office Skills, EHR/EMR for the Medical Office and the Administrative Medical Assistant. You will learn MedTrak electronic records system used in many medical offices. In addition, upon completion of all courses, you will sit for your CMAA (Certified Medical Administrative Assistant) Examination and CBCS (Certified Billing Specialist) through the National Health career Association and you will receive a certificate of medical billing through the Academy of Medical Professions.
Medical Coding - October 12, 2023 Live Online, or Start Anytime, Self-Paced
with Academy of Medical Professions Instructor
Academy of Medical Professions (AMP) is in partnership with Houlton/Hodgdon Adult Ed, Houlton Regional Hospital, and Katahdin Valley Health Center.
See Attached Flyer for More Information on 5 Healthcare programs available through AMP.
Option 1: Live Online Instruction
Starts October 12, 2023
Thursdays 5:30pm to 8:30pm for 20 wks.
Option 2: Online Anytime. Self-Paced
- FREE if eligible for sponsorship, scholarship, agency assistance, or workforce training funds.
- And if you don't qualify, payment plans are available!
For More Information and to Apply:
Call Adult Ed at 521-3100 ext. 5 or email patricia.sloat@rsu29.org or visit www.rsu29-70.maineadulted.org
WHAT IS A MEDICAL CODER?
As a Medical Biller/Coder you are responsible for reviewing the documentation the physicians have provided and assigning the correct diagnosis and procedure codes, entering the necessary information into the patient’s account and submitting the claims to the Insurance Companies. You are then responsible for tracking and receiving payment from the Insurance Companies and billing the patient when necessary. You will also be responsible for reviewing any denials and researching to make sure that the claim was submitted correctly the first time. If any necessary changes can be made, you are responsible for making the changes and following up with the Insurance Companies.
Clinical Medical Assisting Training
with Academy of Medical Professions Instructor
Academy of Medical Professions (AMP) is in partnership with Houlton/Hodgdon Adult Ed, Houlton Regional Hospital, and Katahdin Valley Health Center.
AMP HRH ACE Flyer 2023 5 Healthcare Training Programs
Hybrid Program. Live Online Instruction. In-Person Clinical Skills Lab. Locations may vary.
Starts October 17, 2023 for 16 wks
On Tuesdays from 5:30-8:30pm
See Attached Flyer for More Information.
- FREE if eligible for sponsorship, scholarship, agency assistance, or workforce training funds.
- And if you don't qualify, payment plans are available!
For More Information and to Apply:
Call Adult Ed at 521-3100 ext. 5, or email patricia.sloat@rsu29.org, or visit www.rsu29-70.maineadulted.org
CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT LINK TO AMP WEBISTE.
What is a Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA)?
A Clinical Medical Assistant is a medical support professional that performs a variety of tasks to assist physicians in providing patient care, while ensuring that clinics and hospitals run smoothly and efficiently. While CMAs working in smaller practices may be required to perform some administrative tasks, those working in larger medical facilities focus mainly on providing support services directly related to patient care. Here at the Academy we offer both Clinical and Administrative programs that can be combined.
Driving Dynamics
with Michael Truman
$40. per person for those under 65 years of age
$25. for those age 65 and over
The Maine Driving Dynamics course is a driver improvement course that is aimed to improve a student's defensive driving awareness and abilities. This five-hour course includes discussion of collision avoidance techniques, safety issues, driver habits and attitudes, and the basic elements that constantly challenge drivers on Maine's highways. A student who completes the course will receive a three-point credit on their driving record. It may take up to 2 weeks for processing.
Questions regarding your license should be addressed to:
Bureau of Motor Vehicles at 207-624-9000.
Also, check with your insurance company as you may be able to reduce your insurance premium by completing this course!