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Gatlin Education Services (GES) is the world's largest provider of web-based, instructor supported training programs to colleges and universities nationwide. Our open-enrollment programs are designed to provide the skills necessary to acquire professional caliber positions for many in-demand occupations. GES currently offers online certificate programs in the following subject areas:
  • Healthcare
  • Business
  • Construction Technology
  • Internet, Design, and Technical
  • Networking and CompTIA Certification Prep
  • Microsoft Certification Prep
  • Video Game Design and Development
We build our programs with a team of professionals from each respective field who work with an existing textbook or base of material to provide the most effective online learning experience. Instructors are actively involved in the student's online learning experience. They respond to any questions or concerns as well as encourage and motivate the students to succeed. Each program has a set of lessons and tests; student's grades are calculated using a combination of computer-graded tests and the instructor's evaluation of the student's work. Students love the quality as well as the convenience of anytime, anywhere learning.

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- Healthcare -

dental

Administrative Dental Assistant
This online program teaches the essential administrative tasks for managing the business aspects of a dental practice. This program includes instruction in dental terminology and anatomy, medical-records management, accounts receivable and reimbursement management, insurance and patient billing, patient scheduling, and procedural and diagnostic coding. The Administrative Dental Assistant program prepares the student for a new career working in a dental office. Textbooks are included.
Fee: $1595       240 hours

medical Administrative Medical Specialist with Medical Billing and Coding
The medical industry is experiencing a tremendous demand for individuals with knowledge of medical office operations, which includes billing and coding, processing insurance forms, and using medical software. This program provides training on medical billing software as well as preparation for the Certified Coding Associate (CCA) national certification exam. The target audience for the Administrative Medical Specialist with Medical Billing and Coding program are individuals interested in learning job skills for medical office opportunities, changing jobs to become medical office assistants, or changing jobs to become medical coders. All materials including student version of medical billing software included.
$1995 (this course takes the place of the Administrative Medical Specialist)      300 hours

coding Advanced Coding for the Physician's Office
CPT, ICD-9-CM (Volumes I and II), and HCPCS Level II Coding, and much more are covered in this online, instructor-led program. This advanced program is designed for students with previous coding experience or a basic coding education or for students who have completed the GES Administrative Medical Specialist course. Students will be prepared to sit for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification exam upon successful completion of this program.
Fee: $1395       80 hours

advanced coding Advanced Hospital Coding and CCS Prep
This Advanced Hospital Coding course prepares students to take the American Health Information Management Association's (AHIMA) official certification exam to become a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS). This program covers advanced ICD-9 coding procedures and is designed to help students meet the challenge of today's changing standards while learning and improving coding skills.
Fee: $1695       80 hours

physician scoding Coding, Reimbursement, and Documentation for Physicians
This online, instructor-led program is designed to teach physicians how to maximize their reimbursement by emphasizing proper coding and compliance. By completing this course, physicians will learn about medical necessity, bundled services, modifiers, and efficient ways to be compliant while getting the maximum reimbursement due for services performed.
Fee: $795       12 hours

hippa HIPAA Compliance
The HIPAA Compliance online program provides doctors and their staff with a simple route to compliance. Instead of spending endless hours researching HIPAA regulations, training employees, and rewriting contracts, internal documents, patient forms, and policy and procedure manuals, doctors' offices get it all simply by enrolling in the HIPAA Compliance program. This program is ideal for office administrators, practice managers, or physicians. This includes four user licenses for the cost of one enrollment.
Fee: $599       12 hours

Human Resources for Healthcare Professionals
This program provides a comprehensive human resource management foundation, grounded in practice, for those who intend to work or are working in healthcare settings. All of the modules in this program instill a solid foundation in both human resources and healthcare administrative practices.
Fee: $1995       80 hours

Medical Billing and Coding
Students can learn medical billing and coding from the comfort of their own homes with this online, instructor-facilitated program. Upon successful completion of this course, students are prepared for an entry-level position doing medical billing and/or coding in a medical office setting and are prepared to sit for the Certified Coding Associate (CCA) national certification exam. All materials included.
Fee: $1595       240 hours

medical coding ICD-10 Medical Coding: Preparation and Instruction for Implementation
ICD-10 is a radically upgraded diagnostic and procedural medical coding system and will soon be mandated by the Federal government for use in the healthcare industry in insurance processing, reimbursement, and statistical data gathering. This program teaches students how to prepare for and implement the massive changes to the existing coding system. This new program presents a comprehensive overview of the significant changes in store for both diagnostic and procedural coding along with detailed information on the impacts of the coding changes on medical coders, healthcare staff, physicians, software systems, documentation, and information technology. Textbooks are included.
Fee: $1595       200 hours

transcription Medical Transcription Certificate
This online, instructor-led program prepares the student to start a new career as a Medical Transcriptionist. A medical terminology course is included at no extra cost. Transcriber and all materials are included.
Fee: $1595       240 hours

pharmacy technician Pharmacy Technician
This online program teaches the skills needed to gain employment as Pharmacy Technician in either a hospital or retail setting. The objective of the Pharmacy Technician Program is to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to qualify for entry-level positions in pharmacies as well as prepare for national certification. This online program pairs students with an instructor for one-on-one assistance and includes a forty-hour externship. All materials are included.
Fee: $1795       240 hours

revenue cycle Revenue Cycle Management for Healthcare Providers
Revenue Cycle Management for Providers and Business Office Managers will teach students the skills necessary to evaluate the performance of revenue cycle systems and processes. This course enables students to develop an understanding of the components of the revenue cycle, the best methods of benchmarking performance, and proven methods of improving cash flow. In addition, students will learn about the latest technology, business office staffing, resource management, and recent government regulations related to revenue cycles.
Fee: $795       12 hours

veterinary assistant Veterinary Assistant
This online program prepares students for an exciting new career as a veterinary assistant. Students learn about the care of animals as well as how to recognize signs of illness and disease. This program also covers interpersonal communication, interaction with clients and their animals, as well as assisting the veterinarian during examinations. Administrative duties, such as fee collection, banking, and accounts payable are emphasized, and the program contains basic information about pet insurance. Textbooks are included.
Fee: $1795       240 hours

- Business -

office specialist

Administrative Professional with Microsoft Office Specialist
This online program teaches the skills that students must acquire to be successful as an administrative professional. Students also learn the most popular Microsoft Office 2003 programs including Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, and Outlook. An introduction to QuickBooks is also provided. All textbooks are included.
Fee: $1995       240 hours


bookkeeping

Bookkeeping the Easy Way with Quick Books
This online, instructor-led program introduces the concepts of bookkeeping/accounting using the theory of double-entry bookkeeping. This course is designed for students who are interested in gaining knowledge of basic bookkeeping practices in planning a more profitable future or seeking a new career. Students will be prepared for entry-level bookkeeping positions upon completion of this program. Textbook and thorough tutorial for QuickBooks are included.
Fee: $1695       140 hours

bookkeeping certification Certified Bookkeeper
This online course for experienced bookkeepers leads to national certification with the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB). The AIPB certification is a high professional standard and the only national standard for bookkeepers. This course was created by the AIPB to prepare bookkeepers for the national certification exam. All textbooks are included.
Fee: $1795       80 hours

eBusiness
This web-based course provides a comprehensive introduction to eBusiness. eBusiness is increasingly important in our networked world of transactions and global competition. The primary objective of this program is to introduce concepts, tools and approaches to eBusiness. Textbook is included.
Fee: $1995       200 hours

Payroll Management and Practice
The Payroll Practice and Management online program provides detailed instruction in all facets of payroll-from the basics to the intricate complexity of fringe benefits, taxation, and garnishments. The primary objective of this exciting new online program is to teach the solid skills and knowledge of payroll rules and regulations to the beginner and to increase or refresh the skills of the more experienced student. This program is an excellent overall review for the Certified Payroll Professional test given by the American Payroll Association.
Fee: $1395       80 hours

project management Project Management
This online, instructor-led program provides a comprehensive education in project management. This program teaches the basics of project management and includes preparation for the Project Management Professional national certification exam. Textbook and exam prep are included.
Fee: $1495       40 hours

records management Records Management Certificate
Gatlin's online record management certificate course is a power-packed online training program that teaches students how to manage electronic records and conquer the paper pile-up. Textbook is included.
Fee: $1395       80 hours

- Internet, Design, and Technical Programs -

autocad

AutoCAD 2007
AutoCAD is an essential tool in many industries, including mechanical and civil engineering and architecture. Employers seek workers skilled in AutoCAD more than any other CAD system. This online program teaches students the skills needed to create and edit simple drawings and gradually introduces more advanced AutoCAD skills. AutoCAD 2007 student software and textbook are included!
Fee: $1995       150 hours


Business Marketing Design
The Business Marketing Design program focuses on developing the visual identity, advertising, and marketing design skills required for a corporate or small business environment. Students learn professional applications for Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator or equivalent digital imaging and vector drawing tools. Course projects include marketing concept development, critique, retouching, compositing, illustration, print and Web advertising, identity design, direct mail, marketing communication, company branding, and business startup scenarios.
Fee: $3295       240 hours


digital arts

Digital Arts
The Digital Arts Certificate program focuses on developing technical skill and creative artistry in digital photography and imaging. Students learn professional applications for Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator or equivalent digital imaging and vector drawing tools. Course projects include digital art studies, retouching, compositing, illustration, identity design, color matching and composition studies, photorealistic imaging, color correction, and art exhibition development.
Fee: $3195       225 hours


graphic design

Graphic Design
This online program begins with the fundamentals of design and guides the student through the terms and processes needed to turn knowledge of design into a career. The student learns the rules of graphic design, as well as useful marketing strategies and information about art in the electronic age.
Fee: $1495       80 hours


multimedia design

Multimedia Design Certificate
The Multimedia Certificate focuses on providing the conceptual, technical, and visual design skills required to create multimedia applications and environments. Students learn professional applications for Adobe Photoshop, Macromedia Flash, Apple Final Cut Pro, and Adobe After Effects, or equivalent digital imaging, animation, digital video editing, and motion graphics tools. Course projects include critique, storyboarding, retouching, compositing, Flash animation and site design, basic Action-Scripting, video and sound editing principles, motion graphics production, and interface design.
Fee: $3195       225 hours

webdata Web Database Developer
The Web Database Developer online program provides students with intermediate and advanced knowledge and skills in utilizing and leveraging databases on the Internet. Students will be able to incorporate database design, development, and deployment into e-commerce sites, dynamic web sites, and business-to-business data collaboration. Students also learn about current and emerging trends impacting high-end web site development and enterprise-class data warehousing along with resources to keep them current in this fast moving technology.
Fee: $2195       200 hours

webmaster WebMaster
This online program prepares students for a dynamic Internet-based career as a Webmaster. Webmasters design, develop, and maintain web sites. This Webmaster program begins by teaching simple webpage development and progresses by introducing new concepts by involving students in active webpage implementation using HTML and Dynamic HTML. Textbook is included.
Fee: $1795       150 hours

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