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NEW PROGRAM! Certified Pharmacy Technician Program Courses Starting in October in Monroe & Northampton Counties
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the need for certified pharmacy assistants is expected to increase by 32% from 2006 through 2016, exceeding the average for all occupations.  In response to the demand, the Center for Healthcare Education is offering a new program to train individuals to work under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist in a hospital, community or retail setting.  Pharmacy technicians typically assist the pharmacist by receiving and preparing prescriptions; establishing and maintaining patient profiles; preparing insurance claim forms; and stocking and taking inventory of prescription and over-the-counter medications.  Please click here to view and download a copy of our Pharmacy Technician flyer.
Prerequisites
High school diploma or GED Must be at least 18 years of age
Registration Information
Participants can register with a credit card online at www.northampton.edu and clicking on the search course tool located at the bottom of the page.  You may also register via telephone at 1-877-543-0998.
Nurse Aide Training Course
The nurse aide training program is a 128 hour course preparing the student with entry level skills to take the Pennsylvania State Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation Examination and begin a career as a Nurse Aide.  The class consists of classroom instruction, skill laboratory and clinical experience in nursing facilities within the community.  Participants must be eighteen years of age to take this course.   Please click here to search for Nurse Aide Training courses currently offered.
Prerequisites
Criminal background check High school diploma or GED Physical examination TB test Medical insurance Additional information required by the clinical facility If you have lived in PA for less than two years, you will be required to have an FBI background check
Registration Information
Participants are strongly encouraged to attend information sessions to complete paperwork and be admitted into the program.  Participants must register through the department.  For more information please call 610-332-6585.
Spring/Summer 2009 Information Sessions
January 27 @ 6PM - Fowler Family Southside Center March 16 @ 6PM - Fowler Family Southside Center May 11 @ 6PM  - Pocono Corporate Center East
Personal Care Assistant (Certified Home Health Aide)
Upon completion of the course, the student will learn the basics of how to care for a client in an assisted living, personal care home or in the home. The student will also be trained in AHA Heartsaver First Aid and Adult, Child, Infant/AED CPR. The student will also take the national certification examination for home health.  Participants must be 18 years old to take this class.  Please click here to search for Personal Care Assistant training courses currently offered.
Prerequisites
Criminal background check Physical examination TB test Medical insurance Additional information required by the clinical facility If you have lived in PA for less than two years, you will be required to have an FBI background check
Registration Information
Participants are strongly encouraged to attend information sessions to complete paperwork and be admitted into the program.  Participants must register through the department.  For more information please call 610-332-6585.
Direct Service Provider (DSP) Program currently available to participating Mental Health/Mental Retardation (MH/MR) disabled agencies in Northampton County and is designed for incumbent employees seeking formalized training in the direct service provider industry.  For more information on the DSP program please contact Michele Pappalardo at 610-861-4588.
Program Components: Direct Service Provider I Training A 30 hour pre-employment training program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the direct service industry. Direct Service Provider I Assessment A tool for those individuals currently employed by an MH/MR facility that have been identified as a candidate for advancement within the organization.  The assessment includes a customized, written test and a mentored observation skill demonstration. Direct Service Provider II A 50 hour, six module customized non-credit training program for incumbent direct service professionals who have satisfactorily completed the Direct Service Provider I Assessment with a minimum 80% competency rate. Direct Service Provider Specialized Diploma A twelve credit specialized diploma for direct service provider incumbent employees looking to elevate their career to the paraprofessional level.  Individuals enrolled in the program must have successfully passed the competency examinations of the Direct Service Provider I & II.