Adult Education

• Certified Nursing Assistant – CNA
• Dental Office Administration
• Eye Clinic Assistant
• Opticianry Exam Prep
• Fitness Instructor Training
• Health Insurance Billing
• Medical Terminology
• Pharmacy Technician Training

Certified Nursing Assistant – CNA

This course complies with the Indiana State Department of Health requirements of 105 hours of training. The program includes 30-32 hours of classroom instruction and

75-80 hours of clinical experience in a licensed long term care facility in Northwest Indiana over a period of three weeks.  Participants must be able to read and write English and add and subtract.  Successful completion of both classroom and clinical portions leads to registration for the State Certified Nursing Assistant Test. The $75 fee is not included in the registration fee.

Course content includes an overview of the aging process, residents’ rights, verbal and non-verbal communication, safety and first aid, basic nursing and personal care procedures, and basic restorative services.  A physical and TB test are required.  You may secure these on your own or utilize our services for $25.00 and $10.00.  They will be done during classroom hours.  Uniforms are required for clinical training and white scrubs can be purchased at uniform or retail stores. Clean, comfortable shoes and a watch with a second hand are needed.  Attendance is required and tardiness or missed days will not be tolerated.  If any days are missed, the entire course must be repeated at the student’s expense.  You can NOT miss any time from this class because it is regulated by the state of Indiana.  A criminal background check will be done on all students and questions about probation, felonies, or other pertinent information will be asked.  Anyone who works in health care facilities will be screened for drugs prior to employment.

The confirmation letter lists potential employers and the Office of Career Services at IUN will offer selective services for assisting you with employment. 

The entire program is offered at off campus locations.  Each class is scheduled for three weeks Monday-Friday.  The first week is in a classroom at a church in Merrillville.  It meets from 8-2 p.m. and students wear casual clothes.  The second and third weeks are clinical experience from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. and meets at different long term care facilities.  Students wear white scrubs, clean shoes, and a watch with a second hand.  Hours may vary slightly if a major holiday is scheduled during the course.

The C N A class is going to be discontinued.   At this time the last class is scheduled for April 23-May 11.  I am not sure at this time if additional classes will be scheduded based on demand.  Please call me with your interest.                    219 980-6806.  email:  lszalm@iun.edu

The program cost for the course is $810.00 ($75 state test, $10 TB test, $25 physical exam, watch with second hand, and uniforms are not included).  These fees can be paid the first week of class.  Classes have limited enrollment and may fill up before the start date.  Sign up early to reserve your space.  Registration fees are due at the time of enrollment and are not refundable within seven days of the class.  There are no partial payments or payment plans.  Cashier’s check, money order, or credit card charges only.  Typical forms of financial aid are not accepted because this is a non-credit program.  Students may seek possible assistance through their local Work One office. 

Dental Office Administration

This course is essential for anyone who wants to know how to administer the dental business office. It is also helpful for dental assistants and dental hygienists who want to understand the flow between clinical and business operations of the practice.  It includes the study of dental administration from the moment a patient calls to the final walkout, as well as the final billing and reconciliation of the patient's account.  Topics addressed include:  legal/ethical issues and regulations, charting/documentation, optimal scheduling, patient relations, clinical records management, creative treatment planning, communication skills, complete dental billing and claim form processing.

Tuesdays, February 28-April 24 (no class March 27)
6:30-8:30 p.m., $245 (includes book)
Register after February 23 - $255

Eye Clinic Assistant

Students have been successful finding employment in the field of eye care at a retail optical chain, private optometrist or ophthalmologist office. During this course, practical vision testing procedures and the use of instruments will allow students to learn how to test for visual acuity, visual fields, depth perception, color vision screening, and intraocular pressure tests. The course will also cover subjects describing spectacle lenses including their use, measurement of their strength, and how to select the correct lens material and type; frames for lenses, measurement and selection of frame; special lens coatings and filters; basic lens fabrication; physics of light, basic anatomy and physiology of the eye; contact lenses-types, materials, function and fitting; and communication with patients. Some of the classes will meet at a doctor’s office. Employers, who would like to hire students from this class, please call Linda at 219 980-6806.

Tues. & Thurs., March 6-April 12
7:00-9:30 p.m., $450 (includes book)
Register after February 23 - $460, Cashier’s check, money order, or charges only. 

Opticianry Exam Prep

This course is directed toward preparing students for the American Board of Opticianry Exam. The curriculum is structured for the optician who has worked in the field for two continuous years or has completed the Eye Clinic Assistant course and one year of work experience.  Topics will be covered in depth and will include quizzes which provide exam like questions. The course will include math and formulas.  Students will be expected to commit to study time for success in passing the ABO test. 

Tues. & Thurs., April 17-May 24
7:00-9:30 p.m., $450 (includes book) $380 (if you have book from previous class)
Register after April 5 - $460 with book or $390 without book
Cashier’s check, money order, or charges only. 

Fitness Instructor Training

Join the professionals of the fast growing fitness industry by taking this course. The course will be held at The Community Hospital's Fitness Pointe. The course offers basic lectures and practical experiences for the beginning level personal trainer.  Lecture topics will include basic anatomy and physiology, beginning exercise program design, nutrition, injury prevention, coaching skills, exercise psychology, injury prevention and much more.  After taking this class, you will be able to take the nationally acclaimed certification from The American Council on Exercise (ACE). The exam is hosted locally.  ACE offers a book and test registration discount to individuals taking this course. This process is independent of the course and details will be explained during the class.  CPR training is a required credential and will be offered to participants the last night of class by The American Red Cross for a fee of $30.  It is recommended you order books early and begin studying before class due to more difficult testing. Students need a grasp of basic math skills including multiplication and division of decimals and fractions.

Wednesdays, March 21-May 30, 2012 
6:00-9:00 p.m., $455, (Books, ACE test, and CPR is extra)
After March 1 - $465
Cashier's check, cash, money order, or charges only.

Health Insurance Billing

Students will learn how to successfully file the HCFA-1500 form for major nationwide insurance programs, will be exposed to the national diagnostic and procedural coding systems, and simplify the process of filing commercial claim forms.  Students will study the following topics: Legal Considerations, Life Cycle of an Insurance Claim, Terminology Common to all Programs, The Standard Data Set, The Basic Insurance Claim, Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans, Medicare, Medicaid, and Champus/Champva. The Medical Terminology class is strongly recommended (but not required) before taking this course.  This course runs concurrently with Medical terminology.

Mondays, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, and 21
Wednesdays, May 2, 9, 17, 23
6:00-8:30 p.m., $385 (includes textbook and workbook) 
After March 22 - $410  Cashier’s check, money order, or charges only.

Medical Terminology

This course is mandatory for many careers in the medical field. The instructor will simplify the pronunciation of medical words and their meaning. This class and Unit Secretary are recommended by local hospitals for employment as a unit clerk. The class is helpful for Health Insurance Billing.

Wednesdays, March 7-April 25
6:00-8:30 p.m., $240 (includes book) 
Register after February 23 - $250

Pharmacy Technician Training

This program has been approved by the Indiana Board of Pharmacy and meets the requirements for employment in the state. The course helps prepare the student for an optional independent national certification test.  The course content will include pharmacy terminology, control substances, quality assurance, retail and hospital pharmacy, long term care pharmacy, basic IV overview and demonstration, Total Parentral Nutrition, mathematical computations as they apply to the pharmacy, special problems, and sterile technique.  A GED or high school diploma is required for employment and recommended before enrolling in the class.  Students should have average math skills and learn basic computer skills before seeking employment. Typical salaries range from $8-$11 an hour depending on the setting of employment. Books will be ordered March 5 so be sure to sign up early so you have it the first night of class.  Books will be ordered again the first day of class and you will have to wait until they are delivered.  Sign up early and save $25!!

Tuesdays and Thursdays, March 20-May 24
7:00-9:30 p.m., $910 (includes book)
Register after March 6 - $935 (includes book)
Form of payment includes cashiers check, money order, or charges.  Payment from other sources must be approved before the class starts.