Certificate Programs

The Basic Computer Skills & MOS program is intended for students who are new to computers and need to learn how to navigate and complete basic computer actions. The program includes training in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and leads to students certifying as a Microsoft Office Specialist in those three disciplines. Students start by learning basic computer components, practicing keyboarding skills, learning how to use the internet, email and social media, plus job readiness skills. Successful completion of this three-course program qualifies the student to earn the Basic Computer Skills certificate.

Creative problem solving is the ability to correctly identify a problem, generate alternative ideas for dealing with the situation,?and successfully execute a solution. Learn the steps to take and the resources available for solving problems of all shapes, sizes, and levels of complexity.?As a result of this training students will be able to prioritize and evaluate creative solutions to problems found in personal and group settings; apply proven creative problem-solving steps; and execute a plan, using field-tested techniques for success and accountability.

This program will prepare a student to become a nationally certified medical coder. The program will cover Medical Terms, Anatomy, ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS courses in preparation for the AAPC and/or AHIMA national certification exams.

The 48-hour Medical Interpreter certificate program includes 1 required course. This program addresses the training to be eligible to apply for a Tier-2 Medical Interpreter license and covers basic core knowledge and skills required for entry-level positions. Each course content aligns with national industry-recognized standards. A core knowledge and skills certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of the required course in this program. This training is appropriate for those new to the industry, transitioning from a related discipline or professionals wanting refresher courses. As a result of this training students will be able to facilitate accurate and transparent communication in interpreting sessions using basic medical terminology for the human body, medical symptoms, and basic medical instructions; apply the Medical Interpreter Code of Ethics, HIPAA privacy rules, Utah Mandatory Reporting rules, and professional standards for medical interpreters; demonstrate effective intervention skills with medical professionals and patient; and demonstrate cultural competency in medical interpreting communications. Successful completion of this one-course program qualifies the student to earn the Medical Interpreter Certificate.

The 45-hour Medical Interpreter certificate program includes 1 required course. This program addresses the training to be eligible to apply for a Tier-2 Medical Interpreter license and covers basic core knowledge and skills required for entry-level positions. Each course content aligns with national industry-recognized standards. A core knowledge and skills certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of the required course in this program. This training is appropriate for those new to the industry, transitioning from a related discipline or professionals wanting refresher courses. As a result of this training students will be able to facilitate accurate and transparent communication in interpreting sessions using basic medical terminology for the human body, medical symptoms, and basic medical instructions; apply the Medical Interpreter Code of Ethics, HIPAA privacy rules, Utah Mandatory Reporting rules, and professional standards for medical interpreters; demonstrate effective intervention skills with medical professionals and patient; and demonstrate cultural competency in medical interpreting communications. Successful completion of this one-course program qualifies the student to earn the Medical Interpreter Certificate.

The 45-hour Medical Interpreter certificate program includes 1 required course. This program addresses the training to be eligible to apply for a Tier-2 Medical Interpreter license and covers basic core knowledge and skills required for entry-level positions. Each course content aligns with national industry-recognized standards. A core knowledge and skills certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of the required course in this program. This training is appropriate for those new to the industry, transitioning from a related discipline or professionals wanting refresher courses. As a result of this training students will be able to facilitate accurate and transparent communication in interpreting sessions using basic medical terminology for the human body, medical symptoms, and basic medical instructions; apply the Medical Interpreter Code of Ethics, HIPAA privacy rules, Utah Mandatory Reporting rules, and professional standards for medical interpreters; demonstrate effective intervention skills with medical professionals and patient; and demonstrate cultural competency in medical interpreting communications. Successful completion of this one-course program qualifies the student to earn the Medical Interpreter Certificate.

Demonstrate that you have the skills needed to get the most out of Excel by earning the Microsoft Excel Associate certificate. By certifying in MS Excel, students demonstrate competency in the fundamentals of creating and managing worksheets and workbooks, applying formulas and functions, creating ranges, tables, charts, and objects. Program includes MS Excel Associate certificate exam, a minimum score of 700 is required to certify. This exam covers the ability to create and edit a workbook with multiple sheets and use a graphic element to represent data visually. Successful completion of this three-course program qualifies the student to earn a Microsoft Excel Associate Certificate.

Take your Excel skills to the next level by earning the Microsoft Excel Expert certificate. Certifying as an Excel Expert demonstrates competency in creating, managing, and distributing professional spreadsheets for a variety of specialized purposes and situations. The program includes MS Excel Expert certificate exam, and a minimum score of 700 is required to certify. Successful completion of this two-course program qualifies the student for the Microsoft Excel Expert certificate.

Become a Microsoft Office Specialist by certifying in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. This up to 120-hour program is self-paced and meets two days a week for 2.5 hours over a 24-week period in a lab setting. These labs are optional for the student. The course covers Intermediate to Advanced course work in Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Students sit for exams when they are ready, by contacting the course lab aide who will proctor exams. As a result of this training students will be able to create templates, manipulate documents, graphics and pictures, collaborate and track changes on documents, analyze data and tables and manipulate pivot charts, practice taking Word, Excel & PowerPoint exams to prepare for certification. Once students are certified in 3 Microsoft Office applications, they are considered a Microsoft Office Specialist.

Learn the skills needed to get the most out of Word by earning the Microsoft Word Associate certificate. By certifying in MS Word, students demonstrate competency in the correct application and features of Word by creating and editing documents for a variety of purposes and situations. The exam covers the ability to create and maintain professional looking reports, multi-column newsletters, résumés, and business correspondence. Program includes MS Word Associate certificate exam, a minimum score of 700 is required to certify. Successful completion of this three-course program qualifies the student for a Microsoft Word Associate Certificate.

Participants will learn the basic operations of QuickBooks Pro Online to create and maintain a fully functional set of books for a small business. As a result of this training students will be able to build a company file; prepare a chart of accounts and add accounts; and manage customers, vendors, and items. Successful completion of this one-course program qualifies the student to earn the QuickBooks Essentials certificate.

The Utah Notary Public Training Workshop is a one-day, four-hour workshop to teach students how to be an effective and conscientious Notary Public. Students will learn how and why notaries witness and authenticate the signing of our most important documents and transactions, including mortgages, Powers of Attorney, contracts, adoption papers, advance medical directives, and many other transactions in our everyday lives. Students will be instructed on how to apply for their license and register for the State's required online exam, get a bond, and purchase a notary stamp. Completion of this one-course program qualifies the student to earn the Utah Notary Public Training Workshop Certificate.