Healthcare Foundations
The Quincy College Healthcare Foundations Certificate program is a Free* 15 week online program that prepares individuals to perform the duties of:
- Medical Assistants
- Patient Care Technicians
- Social and Human Services Assistants
- Community Health Workers
- Substance Abuse Counselors
- Administrative Assistants
- Health Information Technicians
- Intake Assistant
This program allows students to earn 12 credits in one semester. Credits earned can be transferred into an associate degree.
Upcoming Classes
Classes will be held online. Check back soon for an updated schedule.
- SOC 112-51, Interpersonal Communications (3 credits)
- CSI 101-51, Introduction to Computers (3 credits)
- PHL 103-51, Medical Ethics (3 credits)
- HSC 140-51, Medical Terminology (3 credits)
Eligibility
Individuals who are currently unemployed, low income, and interested in seeking employment within the Healthcare field. A high school diploma or GED/HISET is required.
This program is being offered in collaboration with MassHire South Shore Career Center and Quincy College.
*This program is free to those who meet the eligibility criteria. Please contact us for more information.
Contact Us
For more information please contact:
View the curriculum for this certificate program in the latest college catalog here.
Kate Lopci, Associate Vice President of Workforce Development
klopci@quincycollege.edu
Please note that the Healthcare Foundations certificate program is not eligible for financial aid.
View the curriculum for this certificate program in the latest college catalog here.
Certificates
The Quincy College Healthcare Foundations Certificate program is a Free* 15 week online program that prepares individuals to perform the duties of:
- Medical Assistants
- Patient Care Technicians
- Social and Human Services Assistants
- Community Health Workers
- Substance Abuse Counselors
- Administrative Assistants
- Health Information Technicians
- Intake Assistant
Topics include:
- Business and Medical Communications
- Medical Terminology
- Principles of Healthcare Operations
- Public Relations and Interpersonal Communications
- Software Applications
- Record-Keeping and Filing Systems
- Scheduling and Meeting Planning
- Applicable Policy and Regulations
- Professional Standards and Ethics
*Program costs may be covered for individuals who meet MassHire’s eligibility criteria.
Program Outcomes
At the completion of this program the student should be able to:
- Identify and apply the medical terminology and abbreviations of the healthcare profession
- Utilize Information Technology for research and the solution of common business problems
- Operate programs, software, and computer applications of the healthcare profession
- Demonstrate an understanding of relevant data sources, compliance rules, regulations, and the ethics of patient care
- Demonstrate proficiency in business writing and communication skills as they apply to the healthcare field
Lifelong Learning
The Quincy College Healthcare Foundations Certificate program is a Free* 15 week online program that prepares individuals to perform the duties of:
- Medical Assistants
- Patient Care Technicians
- Social and Human Services Assistants
- Community Health Workers
- Substance Abuse Counselors
- Administrative Assistants
- Health Information Technicians
- Intake Assistant
Topics include:
- Business and Medical Communications
- Medical Terminology
- Principles of Healthcare Operations
- Public Relations and Interpersonal Communications
- Software Applications
- Record-Keeping and Filing Systems
- Scheduling and Meeting Planning
- Applicable Policy and Regulations
- Professional Standards and Ethics
*This program is free to those who meet the eligibility criteria. To inquire about this program, please contact MassHire representative Denise Gleason at 617-934-4857..
Program Outcomes
At the completion of this program the student should be able to:
- Identify and apply the medical terminology and abbreviations of the healthcare profession
- Utilize Information Technology for research and the solution of common business problems
- Operate programs, software, and computer applications of the healthcare profession
- Demonstrate an understanding of relevant data sources, compliance rules, regulations, and the ethics of patient care
- Demonstrate proficiency in business writing and communication skills as they apply to the healthcare field
Healthcare Foundations Courses
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Code
Course
Credits
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- PHL 103
Medical Ethics
- 3
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- SOC 112
Interpersonal Communication
- 3
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- CSI 101
Introduction to Computers
- 3
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- HSC 140
Medical Terminology
- 3
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