CU206-300 Behavioral Health Technician I:  HYBRID COURSE -THURSDAYS 6:30-9PM (ONLINE) and SATURDAYS 9a-12P (Wellesley Campus IN PERSON) Behavioral Health Technician I certificate is designed to train students in how to work inclusively in fields of mental illness and wellness, education, public safety, family and youth development, community and family support. Training for this certificate is divided into three areas of competency.  First students study foundations in human behavior.  Second, they study and participate in intensive de-escalation and social communication training.  Finally, students complete Basic Life Support Provider (BLS) certification as part of their certificate.  Additional certifications are completed in this training. 

CU103-309 Basic Life Support Provider (BLS):  This course is for healthcare professionals who need to know how to perform CPR, as well as other lifesaving skills, in a wide variety of in-hospital and out-of-hospital settings. This course is intended for both initial and renewal BLS training. This course covers the following topics: High-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants; the AHA Chain of Survival; use of an AED; effective ventilations using a barrier device; importance of teams in multi-rescuer resuscitation and performance as an effective team member during multi-rescuer CPR; relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (choking) for adults and infants. In this Instructor-led course, students participate in simulated clinical scenarios and learning stations. Students must successfully complete BLS skills practice and skills testing as well as a written exam in order to receive a completion ecard.

CU158-300 Home Health Aide and Hospice Training:

HYBRID COURSE

WEDNESDAYS 6PM to 9PM (ONLINE) and SATURDAYS 4PM to 6pm (Framingham Campus IN PERSON)

The course is recommended for CNA’s who want to be trained to work in home health agencies or carry out hospice services. In addition to helping patients with dressing, bathing and hygiene, home health aides make sure their clients are safe in their homes, provide light cleaning and day to day tasks like cooking.  Hospice understands the process of death and dying and the special process of palliative care.   This student learns how to keep a patient comfortable with many wholistic techniques like massage, essential oils, music and light and sounds. This class meets on Wednesdays remotely and in-person on the Framingham Campus on the following Saturdays:  June 1, June 8, June 15, and June 29. 

CU163-300 Medical Interpreter Program:  Open to all languages, this 60-hour program provides working knowledge of medical interpreting, including standards of practice, ethics, HIPAA regulations, cultural competency, and medical terminology/vocabulary. Offered in collaboration with TransFluenci EDU, this course is designed for those preparing for entry-level careers as medical interpreters as well as for working interpreters preparing for the National Board Certificate exam.  Students must be fully bilingual and must be fluent in English and one other language. This program meets the National Board for Medical Interpreter Certification training requirement and prepares you to pass the national certification exam. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a certificate of completion from the college and may elect to apply for national certification. Certification fees are not included. Students must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Because a language assessment is required, students must register at least two weeks in advance. 

CU100-300 Caring for Alzheimer & Memory Care

HYBRID COURSE - WEDNESDAY 6PM-9PM (ONLINE) and SATURDAYS 4PM-6PM (Framingham Campus IN PERSON)

This course is recommended for CNAs who want to receive special training for memory care patients. The student will gain a deeper understanding of Alzheimer’s and Dementia. They will learn to manage changes in behavior, understand the principles of safety and learn to work with the patient in managing their medication. Lastly, students will learn how to maintain a safe environment for their patient and how to manage emergencies. 

CU158-300 Home Health Aide and Hospice Training: HYBRID COURSE -WEDNESDAYS 6PM to 9PM (ONLINE) and SATURDAYS 4PM to 6pm (Framingham Campus IN PERSON) The course is recommended for CNA’s who want to be trained to work in home health agencies or carry out hospice services. In addition to helping patients with dressing, bathing and hygiene, home health aides make sure their clients are safe in their homes, provide light cleaning and day to day tasks like cooking.  Hospice understands the process of death and dying and the special process of palliative care.   This student learns how to keep a patient comfortable with many wholistic techniques like massage, essential oils, music and light and sounds. This class meets on Wednesdays remotely and in-person on the Framingham Campus on the following Saturdays:  June 1, June 8, June 15, and June 29. 

CU163-300 Medical Interpreter Program:  Open to all languages, this 60-hour program provides working knowledge of medical interpreting, including standards of practice, ethics, HIPAA regulations, cultural competency, and medical terminology/vocabulary. Offered in collaboration with TransFluenci EDU, this course is designed for those preparing for entry-level careers as medical interpreters as well as for working interpreters preparing for the National Board Certificate exam.  Students must be fully bilingual and must be fluent in English and one other language. This program meets the National Board for Medical Interpreter Certification training requirement and prepares you to pass the national certification exam. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a certificate of completion from the college and may elect to apply for national certification. Certification fees are not included. Students must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Because a language assessment is required, students must register at least two weeks in advance. 

CU100-300 Caring for Alzheimer & Memory Care:

HYBRID COURSE -WEDNESDAY 6PM-9PM (ONLINE) and SATURDAYS 4PM-6PM (Framingham Campus IN PERSON)

This course is recommended for CNAs who want to receive special training for memory care patients. The student will gain a deeper understanding of Alzheimer’s and Dementia. They will learn to manage changes in behavior, understand the principles of safety and learn to work with the patient in managing their medication. Lastly, students will learn how to maintain a safe environment for their patient and how to manage emergencies.