Bookkeeping forms the backbone of every organization's need to carefully account for its financial activities. It accounts for sales, purchases, and payments that flow through an entity. Bookkeepers are crucial to every organization and certified bookkeepers are the elite of their profession. This 100% online course will prepare you for certification by the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB).

Certification in any profession signals to employers, colleagues, and clients that a professional is committed to the highest standards of excellence and accountability. Certified bookkeepers meet the AIPB’s highest standards for financial accounting, business practices and ethical conduct.

According to PayScale.com, bookkeepers earn on average $17.37 per hour. Top bookkeepers’ earnings exceed $56,900.

For more information, or to register follow the link below:

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Certified Bookkeeper FAQs

WHAT DOES THE BOOKKEEPER ROLE INVOLVE?

Bookkeepers serve on the front lines of a person, company or organization's financial health. Strong bookkeepers set up, deploy and manage systems that record the flow of funds into and out of an entity's coffers. Using reporting tools and systems, bookkeepers help individuals and operational managers stay aware of and improve an entity's financial status and performance.

HASN'T TECHNOLOGY REPLACED BOOKKEEPERS?

Technology has had a huge impact on the bookkeeping field. However, the bookkeeper's underlying organizational skills and precise attention to detail are as valuable as ever to their employers and clients. Programs like QuickBooks® or Microsoft Excel® have widely replaced the manual entry functions of traditional bookkeeping. However, the organization, reporting, and use of financial data still rely heavily on human input and processing.

IS CERTIFICATION IMPORTANT FOR BOOKKEEPERS?

Certification in any profession signals to employers, colleagues, and clients that a professional is committed to the highest standards of excellence and accountability. Certified bookkeepers meet the AIPB’s highest standards for financial accounting, business practices and ethical conduct.

HOW DO I BECOME A CERTIFIED BOOKKEEPER?

To earn your AIPB Certified Bookkeeper designation, you must pass the AIPB certification exam and be able to submit proof of at least two years of full-time or 3,000 hours of part-time experience.

IS BOOKKEEPING A GOOD OPTION FOR REMOTE WORK?

Because bookkeeping relies heavily on technology and can be done almost entirely using digital tools, it is considered an excellent prospect for remote, contract, and work-at-home career opportunities.

Become a Certified HVAC/R Technician

New construction is fueling the industry, so there’s no better time to enter the HVAC/R field. This 100% online course will prepare you to earn NATE or HVAC Excellence certification in under 12 months! You’ll master core skills like accurate measurement and conversions, heat carrying capacity, condensation and vaporization, and air weight and value.

For more information, or to register follow the link below:

https://careertraining.ed2go.com/flcc/training-programs/hvacr-certified-technican/?utm_source=flcc&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=trades_GES793_q4_fy21

Certified HVAC/R Technician FAQs

WHAT DOES AN HVAC/R TECHNICIAN DO?

Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC/R) technicians, also called installers or mechanics, work on the systems that control the temperature, humidity, and quality of the air in our homes, workplaces, and all other types of buildings.

DO HVAC/R TECHNICIANS NEED A CERTIFICATION?

Many states require that HVAC/R technicians have a license before they are able to work independently. NATE and HVAC Excellence certifications are widely recognized both in the field and by customers seeking service.

DOES THIS COURSE PREPARE ME FOR CERTIFICATION?

Yes. This HVACR Technician Certification course will prepare you for the HVAC Excellence Core and Professional Technician certifications exams, the NATE Core and Specialty Test certification exams, and the EPA Section 608 certification exam.

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO COMPLETE A CERTIFIED HVACR TECHNICIAN COURSE?

This Certified HVAC/R Technician course can be completed in 12 months or less and it will help you:

• Build a strong foundation of HVACR service, repair, and maintenance
• Prepare to sit for the NATE certification exams
• Prepare to sit for the HVAC Excellence certification exams
• Prepare to sit for the EPA 608 Refrigerant Handling exam

Learn locally!  Finger Lakes Community College is proud to present Community Education: programming to promote life-long learning, topics of interest to local communities, and personal growth!  Educational opportunities are available at FLCC's campus centers, and various public libraries throughout the Finger Lakes region.

Classes being offered are posted on this page and are updated periodically.  If nothing is currently available, check back often to see what we have added!

DSST prior-learning exams offer students a way to get college credit for what they already know.  Each Dantes Standardized Subject Test costs $150.

For the cost of the test, you are able to earn college credit for one course. FLCC accepts DSST exam results for a number of academic courses:

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Talk to your advisor to be sure before testing.

For more information on DSST or to schedule an exam, contact Workforce & Career Solutions at (585)785-1670 or 

https://flcc.edu/workforce/request.cfm

Broaden your personal and professional interests during a time that is uncertain for many. Explore options to advance your job credentials, deepen your marketability, and gain professional development — all in a trusted and convenient online environment.

Through partnerships with nationally-recognized providers, a wide variety of online courses and trainings are available to you.  Search continuting education and personal development offerings here:

https://www.ed2go.com/flcc/

Or pursue long-term career certification with full industry-recognized certification programs:

https://careertraining.ed2go.com/flcc/

As easy as online shopping, simply select the course you want to take and checkout.  6 weeks, 6 months, self-paced, or instructor-led, you're sure to find something to fit your interests and lifestyle!

Start a career in the healthcare industry!  The healthcare field currently has some of the fastest-growing, in-demand occupations. 

Learn more about FLCC's Certified Nurse Aide, Home Health Aide, Phlebotomy Technician, and Medical Administrative Assistant classes.  You can become career ready in as little as 3 weeks, depending on the training program you select. Cost varies depending on the course selected.

To learn more, attend one of our scheduled Healthcare Careers Information Sessions.  This exploration session will provide you the info needed to enroll and access possible funding sources for all Workforce & Career Solutions Healthcare Career classes. 

To register, follow this link below and select an available session.  After providing your contact information, you will receive a digital "ticket" to the event:

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Medical administrative assistants primarily work in doctor's offices, clinics, outpatient settings, hospitals, and other healthcare settings. Medical Administrative Assistants are an in-demand occupation throughout our nine-county region. According to the department of labor, this is an in-demand occupation, with a projected growth rate of 35% from 2016 to 2026, and median pay of $34,590 per year.

FLCC's MAA training program prepares students to function effectively in many of the administrative and clerical positions in the healthcare industry. It provides students a well-rounded introduction to medical administration and covers the following key areas and topics:

• History and background of the medical assisting profession, medical ethics, and basic medical law.
• Telephone techniques and skills for scheduling appointments - Medical terminology.
• Basics of insurance billing and coding - Medical records management and management of practice finances.

You MUST attend an Information Session prior to being accepted into a Medical Administrative Assistant training class.  Register for a FREE Information session here:

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Become a Certified Medical Billing and Coding Specialist

Medical billing and coding is a rising star in the healthcare field today. This 100% online course will prepare you to start a career in this high-demand occupation and earn the medical billing and coding professional certification that best aligns with your interest and career goals. You’ll learn how to use the Healthcare Common procedure Coding System (HCPCS) and the CPT Category II and ICD-10 codes. Additionally, you’ll gain hands-on practice using medical billing and coding software. Upon course completion, you’ll receive a voucher for the certification exam of your choice: CPC, CCA or CBCS.

For more information, or to register follow the link below:

https://careertraining.ed2go.com/flcc/training-programs/medical-billing-coding-voucher-included/?utm_source=flcc&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=medical_GES1014_q4_fy21

Medical Billing and Coding FAQs

WHAT DOES A MEDICAL BILLER AND CODER DO?

Medical Billers and Coders are responsible for processing patient data including medical records and related insurance. In this position, you will code a patient's diagnosis and then request payment from the patient's insurance company. You will play an important role in ensuring that healthcare providers are quickly and accurately paid for the treatment they give patients.

IS THERE A DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A MEDICAL BILLING AND A MEDICAL CODING?

Yes. Medical coders translate patient care into current procedural terminology (CPT) codes. Their primary responsibility is to ensure that the medical services provided are accurately coded. Medical billers are responsible for creating a claim based on the codes a medical coder provides. Many professionals in this area do both medical billing and medical coding.

WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING CAREER?

Entry-level positions typically require completion of a certificate and passing one of the certification exams or an associate degree program in medical billing and coding. Additionally, medical billing and coding professionals must understand the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO BECOME A MEDICAL BILLER AND CODER?

In most cases, it takes between one and three years to become a medical biller and coder. Earning a medical billing and coding certification can take up to one year, while earning an associate degree can take up to three years.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CERTIFICATION EXAMS (CPC, CCA, AND CBCS)?

Obtaining a CPC, CCA, or CBCS certification implies that an individual has met competencies in the field of medical billing and coding. Certification is invaluable to the student's career goals. Students have an opportunity to make confident, informed decisions about the national certification they prefer.