Training & Certification Programs in Burlington NJ / Philadelphia area

Merit Training Institute, Burlington NJ:
Take the first step towards a new career in rapidly-growing industries with Merit Training Institute! Conveniently located in Burlington NJ, only 30 minutes from Philadelphia PA, and less than a mile from I-295 and the New Jersey Turnpike, Merit Training Institute provides a range of training and certification programs in the fields of allied health, accounting and computer training. All programs include free professional resume writing services & assistance in obtaining employment.

Medical Assistant and Patient Care Technican with EHR/EMR
Monday - Friday, 8:30 - 12:30 or 1:00 - 5:00
200 Hours

Clinical Medical Assistants have various duties depending on the size and specialty of the medical facility. Some common tasks include: taking medical histories, recording vital signs and assisting physicians during examinations. They are often relied upon to collect and prepare laboratory specimens, draw blood, take electrocardiograms, change dressings, assist with minor office surgeries and so much more.

This course prepares you to enter positions as Clinical Medical Assistant professionals. Main subjects covered include: Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy / Venipuncture and Electronic Health Records (EHR / EMR).

Students will learn how to take a patient's blood pressure, vital signs, physical examinations, first aid, clinical procedures, urinalysis and perform CPR. Students will also learn how to perform EKG's, draw blood, and diabetic testing. Areas of study include medicine, hematology, sterilization, disinfection, laboratory, microbiology, radiology, asepsis, diseases, arrhythmias, pharmacology, medication/drugs, and IV therapy.

The Medical Office component of the program covers personal medical records (PMR), record keeping, OSHA and HIPAA Regulations. Software covered includes Medisoft Billing Software and EHR Software. The course also covers medical terminology (prefixes, suffixes, body systems, abbreviations and root words), anatomy and physiology (A&P) through all body systems. Additionally, law, ethics, and privacy are covered.

Students do not require previous medical experience to enroll. This program teaches to the secondary level. Students will graduate well prepared to pass multiple national exams, and enter the `in demand' and growing Medical Field!

Medical Billing, Insurance, CPC Coding & EHR/EMR with ICD-10
Monday - Friday, 8:30 - 12:30
180 Hours

This course prepares you to enter positions as a medical secretary, coder, billing, medical insurance, EHR professional etc. Main subjects covered include: insurance, medical billing and coding and electronic health records (EHR/EMR). You will learn how to use ICD-10 codes (implemented 10/1/15), CPT-4 codes and HCPCS codes. You'll learn about CMS-1500 claim forms and EHR/EMR. More importantly, you'll get hands-on instruction on the actual software in a simulated environment and be able to sit for your EHR certification.

The medical office component of the program covers HIPAA, referrals, pre-certifications, COB's, EOB's, third party payers, ethics, OSHA & OIG. Software covered includes: medical billing software, EHR software and Microsoft Word. The course also covers medical terminology (prefixes, suffixes, body systems, abbreviations and root words), as well as anatomy and physiology (A&P) to tie it all together. This program teaches to the secondary level, well prepares you to pass multiple national exams, and enter the `in demand' and growing medical field!

Accounting & QuickBooks with Microsoft Office
Monday - Friday, 8:30 - 12:30
240 Hours

Our hands-on interactive instruction offers coursework at the beginner and advanced levels, according to the student's individual needs and pace. Students will learn to use QuickBooks proficiently; this includes: managing expenses, list management, bank reconciliation, payroll processing, reports and graphs, inventory control, time and billing, and much more. Microsoft modules cover Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 2010. Some students may be able to go onto Access & Outlook training as well, at no additional cost.

Training covers the same features found in previous Microsoft Word versions, and new features: upgraded numbering formats, SmartArt graphics, and artistic effects as well as a new backstage view and protected mode. Excel 2010 prepares students to create, manipulate and format data, formulas (including what-if analysis), present data visually using tables and graphs, secure data in worksheets, pivot tables, etc. MS PowerPoint 2010 covers organizing slides into sections, embed, edit and play a video in presentations, apply artistic effects to pictures, as well as deliver and share presentations more effectively. Computer coursework includes: digital literacy, Windows, cloud computing, email fundamentals and internet browsers.

Upon completion of the course, students will have all the tools needed to pass their QuickBooks 2013 end-user certification, up to 5 Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certifications and their IC3 Certification. This course also includes career development, free resume writing services, cover letter writing, interview techniques, professional networking, follow-up techniques and more! Lifetime employment placement assistance is also included. Students will graduate prepared to work in payroll, bookkeeping and administrative capacities.