Course Catalogue
Health Sciences
Medical Records Specialist
Designed for students looking for an all-round education in the medical-support field. Professional training in transcription, medical coding, billing and terminology greatly increases job prospects; grads are prepared to work in an office environment or start a business from home. The Expert edition also prepares students to take certification exams.
Medical Transcription
Three different editions of this course prepare students for different goals. Those who prefer to work in a healthcare office are best suited to the Intermediate edition, those who want to work both at home and in an office will benefit most from the Advanced edition, and those who plan to get certified need the Expert edition.
Medical Billing
Two different editions of this course ensure there is one tailored to the needs of those who want to work from home, and those who plan to work in a doctor's office or healthcare facility. The VLC's instructor guides students through the course with expert feedback on their assignments. Medical billers can earn $10-$20 per hour depending on location and the time they have available for work
Medical Coding
Each of the three editions of this course appeal to a variety of goals: Intermediate was developed for students who plan to work outside the home, Advanced gives students the option of working at home or in an office, and Expert is for those who wish to prepare for certification exams. Those who achieve certification from the American Academy for Professional Coders can expect higher wages.
Medical Terminology
A must for anyone looking to work in the medical support field. This course gives its grads good grounding in the language of medicine so they can confidently go on to study transcription, billing or coding, and enjoy a successful career. It is taught using the VLC's Mentoring Interactive Modular Education method, which was developed by the school to facilitate long distance learning.
Designed for students looking for an all-round education in the medical-support field. Professional training in transcription, medical coding, billing and terminology greatly increases job prospects; grads are prepared to work in an office environment or start a business from home. The Expert edition also prepares students to take certification exams.
Medical Transcription
Three different editions of this course prepare students for different goals. Those who prefer to work in a healthcare office are best suited to the Intermediate edition, those who want to work both at home and in an office will benefit most from the Advanced edition, and those who plan to get certified need the Expert edition.
Medical Billing
Two different editions of this course ensure there is one tailored to the needs of those who want to work from home, and those who plan to work in a doctor's office or healthcare facility. The VLC's instructor guides students through the course with expert feedback on their assignments. Medical billers can earn $10-$20 per hour depending on location and the time they have available for work
Medical Coding
Each of the three editions of this course appeal to a variety of goals: Intermediate was developed for students who plan to work outside the home, Advanced gives students the option of working at home or in an office, and Expert is for those who wish to prepare for certification exams. Those who achieve certification from the American Academy for Professional Coders can expect higher wages.
Medical Terminology
A must for anyone looking to work in the medical support field. This course gives its grads good grounding in the language of medicine so they can confidently go on to study transcription, billing or coding, and enjoy a successful career. It is taught using the VLC's Mentoring Interactive Modular Education method, which was developed by the school to facilitate long distance learning.
Business
Gift Basket Business Course
This is where creativity and business meet. In part one, Gift Basket Design, you will find out how to spot trends, develop themes, arrange products and wrap beautifully. Part two, Gift Basket Marketing, teaches you how to finance, operate, advertise, promote, and sell your product. You will also learn how to price accordingly, ship safely, find suppliers, connect with sellers, and keep customers coming back.
Digital Photography Business Course
Learn some tricks of the digital genre and how to turn your pixels into paychecks. Not only will you become a better photographer with photographic techniques and lighting styles taught by a pro, you will get practice writing a business plan, and developing sales and marketing strategies. Assignments help students spot business opportunities and come up with a plan to pursue them.
This is where creativity and business meet. In part one, Gift Basket Design, you will find out how to spot trends, develop themes, arrange products and wrap beautifully. Part two, Gift Basket Marketing, teaches you how to finance, operate, advertise, promote, and sell your product. You will also learn how to price accordingly, ship safely, find suppliers, connect with sellers, and keep customers coming back.
Digital Photography Business Course
Learn some tricks of the digital genre and how to turn your pixels into paychecks. Not only will you become a better photographer with photographic techniques and lighting styles taught by a pro, you will get practice writing a business plan, and developing sales and marketing strategies. Assignments help students spot business opportunities and come up with a plan to pursue them.
