Business and Administrative
Administrative Assistant
Rapid growth in the legal services, data processing, management, public relations, and other industries have created many new job opportunities for administrative assistants. You will become an indispensable member of your team by identifying opportunities and implementing solutions to help your office achieve maximum productivity levels.
40 Total Hours
- Writing Skills – 8 hours
- Finances – 8 hours
- Meetings and Travel – 8 hours
- Records Management – 8 hours
- Career Development – 8 hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $15.98 hourly, $33,240 annual
Employment (2012) – 2,324,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Average
Projected job openings (2012-2022) – 587,600
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2014 wage data external site and 2012-2022 employment
projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2012-2022). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.
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Accounting Specialist
Bookkeeping in the 21st Century requires more than knowledge of GAAP principles or an eye for detail – students need relevant computing skills. Intuit® QuickBooks, the industry leader in managerial accounting software for small business, provides an easy-to-understand platform for students to grasp accounting concepts while honing skills in the most prevalent bookkeeping application in small business today. Students can validate their QuickBooks knowledge by becoming an Intuit QuickBooks Certified User (QBCU). Exam and preparation are included in the program.
80 Total Hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $17.51 hourly, $36,430 annual
Employment (2012) – 1,800,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Average
Projected job openings (2012-2022) – 370,000
80 Total Hours
- Introduction to Accounting – 10 hours
- Accounting Basics – 20 hours
- Accounts Receivable – 10 hours
- Accounts Payable – 10 hours
- Basic QuickBooks level I – 10 hours
- Basic QuickBooks level II – 20 hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $17.51 hourly, $36,430 annual
Employment (2012) – 1,800,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Average
Projected job openings (2012-2022) – 370,000
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2014 wage data external site and 2012-2022 employment
projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2012-2022). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.
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Office Technology
A complete career program to prepare people for clerical, administrative, or similar careers, designed to suit your needs for entry level or higher.
Office Technology Certificate Program is beneficial in several ways.
ENTRY LEVEL- Many classes in this Certificate Program introduce the students to an administrative business setting. They can learn about office equipment, telephone skills, beginning Word & Excel, Customer Service, or other classes. Graduates will feel confident when starting a new entry-level job in an office environment.
MID-LEVEL – Students can choose optional classes such as Word II or III, or Excel II or III, or PowerPoint. Or they could select Business Grammar and Composition to
enhance their writing skills which is usually necessary for a professional mid-level business position. This offers individuals a step forward when competing for jobs.
Total class hours vary, depending on courses.
See catalog or call 775-843-2152 for more information. for more information.
Core Classes – 92 hours
Customer Service – 12 hours
Comprehensive Word I – 20 hours
Comprehensive Excel I – 20 hours
Keyboard Mastery – 30 hours
10 Key Mastery – 10 hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $13.78 hourly, $28,670 annual
Employment (2012) – 2,984,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Slower than average
Projected job openings (2012-2022) – 810,900
Office Technology Certificate Program is beneficial in several ways.
ENTRY LEVEL- Many classes in this Certificate Program introduce the students to an administrative business setting. They can learn about office equipment, telephone skills, beginning Word & Excel, Customer Service, or other classes. Graduates will feel confident when starting a new entry-level job in an office environment.
MID-LEVEL – Students can choose optional classes such as Word II or III, or Excel II or III, or PowerPoint. Or they could select Business Grammar and Composition to
enhance their writing skills which is usually necessary for a professional mid-level business position. This offers individuals a step forward when competing for jobs.
Total class hours vary, depending on courses.
See catalog or call 775-843-2152 for more information. for more information.
Core Classes – 92 hours
Customer Service – 12 hours
Comprehensive Word I – 20 hours
Comprehensive Excel I – 20 hours
Keyboard Mastery – 30 hours
10 Key Mastery – 10 hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $13.78 hourly, $28,670 annual
Employment (2012) – 2,984,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Slower than average
Projected job openings (2012-2022) – 810,900
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2014 wage data external site and 2012-2022 employment
projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2012-2022). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.
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Human Resource/Payroll
HR generalists have a broad spectrum of responsibilities: staffing the organization, training and developing employees at all levels, managing a diverse workforce, maintaining a fair and equitable compensation program, developing personnel policies and procedures, planning ways to meet the human resource needs of the future, and ensuring that internal policies and programs conform to all laws that affect the workplace.
80 Total Hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $27.60 hourly, $57,420 annual
Employment (2012) – 418,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Average
Projected job openings (2012-2022) –109,500
80 Total Hours
- Human Resource Studies I – 32 hours
- Human Resource Studies II – 32 hours
- Payroll Accounting – 16 hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $27.60 hourly, $57,420 annual
Employment (2012) – 418,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Average
Projected job openings (2012-2022) –109,500
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2014 wage data external site and 2012-2022 employment
projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2012-2022). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.
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Healthcare
Billing & Coding
The Healthcare Billing and Coding certificate program covers how to document medical records, the coding definitions, electronic data interchange and billing management, health insurance and claims, the government programs and data entry, and more. Students will learn how to use the basic software that is used in coding and billing, along with medical office management. Classes cover all of the duties and tasks needed to be proficient in the front office, as well as with medical terminology and the insurance billing and coding process. At the end of the program, students have the opportunity to take the National Healthcare Association Certified Billing and Coding Specialist Exam.
The National Healthcare Association is recognized as a leader and preferred certification provider sought by allied health professionals throughout the world. NHA’s mission is to implement national competency standards, and is supported within the healthcare industry by medical universities, hospitals and state and governmental agencies.
In order to qualify for the exams, the individual MUST have completed an approved training program or have written proof of work experience. National Career Skills Institute's Healthcare Billing and Coding Certificate Course is a NHA approved training program, and classes are taught by a qualified medical professional who shares her years of healthcare management and billing experience. This Instructors students have a 100% pass rate for the NHA Exam, therefore obtaining the credentials of Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS).
300 Total Hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $15.50 hourly, $32,240 annual
Employment (2012) – 526,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Much faster than average
Projected job openings (2012-2022) – 252,500
The National Healthcare Association is recognized as a leader and preferred certification provider sought by allied health professionals throughout the world. NHA’s mission is to implement national competency standards, and is supported within the healthcare industry by medical universities, hospitals and state and governmental agencies.
In order to qualify for the exams, the individual MUST have completed an approved training program or have written proof of work experience. National Career Skills Institute's Healthcare Billing and Coding Certificate Course is a NHA approved training program, and classes are taught by a qualified medical professional who shares her years of healthcare management and billing experience. This Instructors students have a 100% pass rate for the NHA Exam, therefore obtaining the credentials of Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS).
300 Total Hours
- Medical front office – 40 hours
- Anatomy & physiology medical terminology – 85 hours
- Medical insurance – compliance and coding – 95
- Medical billing – the entire process – 45 hours
- Completing the revenue cycle – 35 hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $15.50 hourly, $32,240 annual
Employment (2012) – 526,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Much faster than average
Projected job openings (2012-2022) – 252,500
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2014 wage data external site and 2012-2022 employment
projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2012-2022). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2014 wage data external site and 2012-2022 employment
projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2012-2022). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.
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Medical Administrative Assistant
The medical administrative assistant program covers the essentials of the front end of a medical office. In this course, students discover how to create, maintain, and file medical charts. You'll learn what a day sheet is, why it's important, and how to keep track of all your patient accounts on a daily, monthly, and yearly basis. You'll also find out how to verify patients' insurance, create encounter forms (charge tickets), obtain pre-authorizations from insurers, and schedule return visits. Students explore accounts receivable tasks including posting payments and adjustments, billing secondary insurance and following up on unpaid insurance claims. They will master the basics of scheduling patients' appointments, surgeries, and hospital admissions. Finally, students delve into the basics of keeping a medical office running smoothly—from ordering supplies to scheduling staff meetings and making travel arrangements. Students will then begin learning basic medical terminology and the essential concepts of the medical language word structure.
The National Healthcareer Association “Certified Medical Administrative Assistant” (CMAA) exam is included in the program. In order to qualify for the exams, the individual MUST have completed an approved training program or have written proof of work experience. National Career Skills Institute's Medical Administrative Certificate Course is a NHA approved training program, and classes are taught by a qualified medical professional who shares her years of healthcare management and billing experience. This Instructors students have a 100% pass rate for the NHA Exam, therefore obtaining the credentials of Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA).
78 Total Hours
Medical Front Office – 40 hours
Medical Terminology Essentials – 38 hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $15.50 hourly, $32,240 annual
Employment (2012) – 526,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Much faster than average
Projected job openings (2012-2022) – 252,500
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2014 wage data external site and 2012-2022 employment
projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2012-2022). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.
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Industrial
Industrial Mechanical Technology
Industrial mechanical technicians maintain, repair, and operate machinery and equipment in an industrial environment. This program provides the knowledge necessary for the opportunity to pursue employment in a variety of job settings such as industrial manufacturing companies, food manufacturing/processing plants, farms, industrial contract service providers, machine shops, and welding/fabricating shops.
255 Total Hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $23.38 hourly, $48,630 annual
Employment (2012) – 319,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Faster than average
Projected job openings (2012-2022) – 152,500
255 Total Hours
- Industrial Mechanical Fundamentals – 60 hours
- Regulatory Compliance, Tools, Measurement and Pipefitting – 32 hours
- Air Compressor and Pump Repairs, Bearings, Rotating Equipment and Lubrication – 48 hours
- Hydraulics, Pneumatic Air Treatment and Mechanical Seals – 55 hours
- Valve Repair, Troubleshooting, and Predictive Maintenance – 60 hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $23.38 hourly, $48,630 annual
Employment (2012) – 319,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Faster than average
Projected job openings (2012-2022) – 152,500
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2014 wage data external site and 2012-2022 employment
projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2012-2022). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.
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Industrial Electrical Technology
The Industrial electrical technology program builds on the knowledge acquired through the IMT program. Students are required to pass IMT with a 3.5 GPA (or better) to enroll.
300 Total Hours
Electrical Theory for Troubleshooting - 80 hours
Electronics/Print Reading/Test Equipment - 90 hours
Electrical Control Equipment - 68 hours
Electrical Motors and Conduit - 62 hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $26.27 hourly, $54,640 annual
Employment (2012) – 69,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Slower than average
Projected job openings (2012-2022) – 16,300
300 Total Hours
Electrical Theory for Troubleshooting - 80 hours
Electronics/Print Reading/Test Equipment - 90 hours
Electrical Control Equipment - 68 hours
Electrical Motors and Conduit - 62 hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $26.27 hourly, $54,640 annual
Employment (2012) – 69,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Slower than average
Projected job openings (2012-2022) – 16,300
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2014 wage data external site and 2012-2022 employment
projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2012-2022). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.
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Industrial Instrumentation Technology
The Industrial Instrumentation technology program builds on the knowledge acquired through the IMT, and the IET programs. Students are required to pass IMT, and IET with a 3.5 GPA (or better) to enroll.
371 Total Hours
Safety, Measurement, and PLC Basics – 68 hours
Elements of Process Control & Operation – 141 hours
Testing and Analyzing Equipment – 63 hours
Maintenance and Troubleshooting – 75 hours
Boiler Control – 24 hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $25.55 hourly, $53,140 annual
Employment (2012) – 41,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Little or no change
Projected job openings (2012-2022) – 13,800
371 Total Hours
Safety, Measurement, and PLC Basics – 68 hours
Elements of Process Control & Operation – 141 hours
Testing and Analyzing Equipment – 63 hours
Maintenance and Troubleshooting – 75 hours
Boiler Control – 24 hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $25.55 hourly, $53,140 annual
Employment (2012) – 41,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Little or no change
Projected job openings (2012-2022) – 13,800
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2014 wage data external site and 2012-2022 employment
projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2012-2022). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.
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Health and Safety Management
Students learn to effectively manage workplace programs that are intended to ensure the health and well being of employees.
168 Total Hours
CPR First AID Certification/Blood Born Pathogen – 8 hours
Developing Company Safety Program – 10 hours
Respiratory Program – 10 hours
Hearing Conservation Program – 10 hours
Lock Out/Tag Out Program – 10 hours
Fire & Evacuation Program – 10 hours
FEMA Fundamentals of Emergency Management – 10 hours
Hazard Communication – 10 hours
Occupational Safety and Health Committees – 10 hours
OSHA Compliance and Record Keeping – 10 hours
Safety Inspection and Audit Methods – 20 hours
Accident Investigation Methods – 20 hours
OSHA 30 Hour – 30 hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $23.14 hourly, $48,120 annual
Employment (2012) – 13,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Average
Projected job openings (2012-2022) – 4,800
168 Total Hours
CPR First AID Certification/Blood Born Pathogen – 8 hours
Developing Company Safety Program – 10 hours
Respiratory Program – 10 hours
Hearing Conservation Program – 10 hours
Lock Out/Tag Out Program – 10 hours
Fire & Evacuation Program – 10 hours
FEMA Fundamentals of Emergency Management – 10 hours
Hazard Communication – 10 hours
Occupational Safety and Health Committees – 10 hours
OSHA Compliance and Record Keeping – 10 hours
Safety Inspection and Audit Methods – 20 hours
Accident Investigation Methods – 20 hours
OSHA 30 Hour – 30 hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $23.14 hourly, $48,120 annual
Employment (2012) – 13,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Average
Projected job openings (2012-2022) – 4,800
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2014 wage data external site and 2012-2022 employment
projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2012-2022). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.
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Supply Chain
Green LEAN Supply Chain
Supply chain management (SCM) is the combination of art and science that goes into improving the way your company finds the raw components it needs to make a product or service and deliver it to customers. This program focuses on inventory systems, tools, techniques, financial responsibility, physical controls and logistics. Students also learn the latest techniques to reduce costs (lean), while using the best conservation methods (Green).
80 Total Hours
Inventory Management – 25 hours
Introduction to Purchasing – 25 hours
Lean Green Supply Chain – 30 hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $21.96 hourly, $45,670 annual
Employment (2012) – 285,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Slower than average
Projected job openings (2012-2022) – 81,100
80 Total Hours
Inventory Management – 25 hours
Introduction to Purchasing – 25 hours
Lean Green Supply Chain – 30 hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $21.96 hourly, $45,670 annual
Employment (2012) – 285,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Slower than average
Projected job openings (2012-2022) – 81,100
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2014 wage data external site and 2012-2022 employment
projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2012-2022). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.
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Logistics Management
This program builds on concepts from the Lean Green Supply Chain program for a more in depth study of supply chain management. Students will study advanced logistics topics, along with various case studies.
80 Total Hours
Comprehensive Logistics – 20 hours
Strategies of Logistics – 20 hours
Logistics Transportation – 20 hours
Freight Forwarding – 20 hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $21.96 hourly, $45,670 annual
Employment (2012) – 285,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Slower than average
Projected job openings (2012-2022) – 81,100
80 Total Hours
Comprehensive Logistics – 20 hours
Strategies of Logistics – 20 hours
Logistics Transportation – 20 hours
Freight Forwarding – 20 hours
National Wage and Employment Trends
Median wages (2014) – $21.96 hourly, $45,670 annual
Employment (2012) – 285,000 employees
Projected growth (2012-2022) – Slower than average
Projected job openings (2012-2022) – 81,100
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2014 wage data external site and 2012-2022 employment
projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2012-2022). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.
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Distribution and Warehouse Operations
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The Distribution and Warehouse Operations program prepare students for an entry-level position with a future of possible career advancement by providing training which explains in a simple and practical method the distribution and warehouse goals of a company. The students learn how to plan, direct, perform or coordinate transportation, storage, or distribution activities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable government laws or regulations.
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NATIONAL EXAMS. Distribution and Warehouse Operations graduates may use their NCSI Program education to apply toward their studies for the APICS* Supply Chain (CSCP) or Inventory (CPIM) national certification exams. Or the graduates can use their NCSI education to help study for the AMP** national exams.
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*APICS is the premier professional association for supply chain management and the leading provider of research, education and certification programs that elevate supply chain excellence, innovation, and resilience. The APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) and APICS Supply Chain Operations Reference Professional (SCOR-P) designations set the industry standard. With over 45,000 members and approximately 300 channel partners, APICS is transforming the way people do business, drive growth and reach global customers.
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The American Purchasing Society (AMP) advocates the following principles and standards that comprise its Code of Professional Ethics and Professional Conduct. Adherence to this Code is required for certification through the American Purchasing Society and serves to ensure public confidence in the integrity of purchasing professionals.
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There are now five worldwide American Purchasing Society certification programs, the Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP), the Certified Professional Purchasing Manager (CPPM), the Certified Green Purchasing Professional (CGPP), the Certified Professional in Distribution and Warehousing (CPDW), and the Certified Professional Purchasing Consultant (CPPC).