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Medical Courses

Medical Courses

To complement Northeast’s medical coursework, our learning environment is conducive to our exceptional facilities in the areas of Health, Medical, and Dental provided by our qualified instructors.

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Medical Courses

American Red Cross First Aid and Adult CPR with AED     $135
Date and Time: TBA                   
Learn first aid training procedures from cuts and scrapes to bone and muscle injuries. Along with CPR you will be trained in how to use an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) and how to recognize and respond to shock, cardiac and breathing emergencies, sudden illness, poisonings, and heat and cold emergencies. This class is applicable for the State of MA Electrical 6 hour update mandatory continuing education. (12 students maximum.)

Biology with Lab      $215
Instructor: Barbara Brigante
Tuesday, 6-9:30 p.m. – 10 weeks
This pre-college course will cover topics including cell structure and function and the general characteristics of the plant and animal kingdoms, with emphasis on human physiology and genetics.

Chemistry Pre-Nursing with Lab      $215
Instructor: John Deveney
Tuesday, 6-9:30 p.m. - 10 weeks
Chemistry studies matter, what it is made of, and how it can be changed. Students will investigate topics such as elements, mixtures and compounds. The periodic table will be explained so that the students can use it as a scientist would. Chemical reactions will be explored so that the students can write formulas and equations from them. The proper way of making solutions and measuring their strength will also be examined by experimentation. Laboratory investigations stressing equipment and techniques also will be conducted.

Digital X-Ray Course     $275
Date and Time: TBA - 10 hours
Course will use Schick equipment and Patterson’s Eagle Soft software. Students will build upon their knowledge beginning with analog radiography and improving their knowledge with digital radiographs.  All students will be exposing at least one full set of x-rays. Upon completion you will have successfully exposed one full set of radiographs and receive a certificate of completion. Prerequisite: Students must have their certification for radiology. Proof must be supplied prior to registration.

EKG (Electrocardiograph) Training     $250
Instructor:  Nathalie Dorsainvil
Tuesday, 6-9 p.m. - 6 weeks
This EKG (Electrocardiograph) course provides the student with proper usage and terminology of an EKG machine including basic heart anatomy, physiology, correct electrodes placement, printout analysis, vital signs, and safety. This is a hands-on course and includes bookwork and testing. Students must pass the written exam and show the proper usage of the EKG machine in order to receive their certificate of completion. A High School diploma or GED is required. (12 students maximum.)

Massachusetts Dental Radiology Preparatory Course   $500
Date and Time:  TBA
Wednesday, 5-8 p.m. - 6 weeks

This 20-hour course will be a practical hands-on experience as well as lecture. The last day will include a practical clinical radio graphic examination as well as written examination. This course is designed as a preparatory course for the DANB radiology national examination and certificate. Students must bring 1 three-ring binder with dividers.  Previous dental assisting experience would be beneficial.  Prerequisites: High school diploma.

Medical Terminology     $275
Instructor: Barbara Brigante
Wednesday, 6-9 p.m. - 10 weeks
Medical Terminology is designed to introduce the prefixes, suffixes and word roots using the anatomical system approach. Word building skills are incorporated in the course, and terms used in the diagnostic, pathological, therapeutic and pharmaceutical aspects of medical care are defined and discussed.

Phlebotomy Training     $200
Instructor: Debra Roper (Tuesday & Wednesday) / Nathalie Dorsainvil (Monday & Thursday)
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday, 6–9 p.m. -  8 weeks
This one-night a week course provides practical training and the necessary skills on how to draw blood. The individual will become familiar with all the equipment used and develop a comfort level for drawing blood. This is a hands-on course but also includes bookwork and testing.  Students must pass the written exam and show the draw in order to receive their certificate of completion. This course is for the beginner which requires no previous specialized background. 15 student maximum per class. Class night selection can not be changed. A High School diploma or GED is required.