This 10-week training provides hands-on instruction and prepares graduates for careers as Administrative Assistants, Receptionists, Customer Service Representatives, and Secretaries. Program content covers:
- How to effectively utilize technology for correspondence, research and business projects
- Customer service, critical thinking, project and time management skills
- Microsoft Office-Word
- Microsoft Office-Excel
- Essential Elements of email
- Keyboarding
- Business math and filing techniques
- Career Preparation Skills
Certifications available in the Administrative Office Management training program include:
- Microsoft Application Specialist
- Customer Service
For more information contact Paul Adams at 401-235-6048 or padams@famresri.org.
View Administrative Office Management overview sheet.
This 12-week training program provides hands-on instruction and prepares graduates for careers as Medical Records and Health Information Technicians, Medical Billers, Bill and Account Collectors, and Medical Secretaries. Program content covers:
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This 10-week training program prepares graduates for careers as Medical Secretaries, Receptionists, Front Desk Office Staff, and Medical Office Managers. Program content covers:
- How to effectively utilize technology for correspondence, research and business projects
- Customer service, critical thinking, project and time management skills
- Microsoft Office Word &Excel, Email and keyboarding at a beginner through intermediate level
- HIPAA regulations
- Medical Terminology (Dean Vaughn & Delmar Flash)
- Business math and filing techniques used in the medical field
- Career Preparation Skills
Certifications available in the Medical Office Administration Training include:
- Medical Administrative Assistant
- Customer Service
For more information contact Melissa Rouleau at 401-235-6047 or mrouleau@famresri.org
View the Medical Office Administration overview sheet.
Stepping Up is a health care career ladders program that offers a career exploration course to prepare individuals for careers in the health care industry starting in entry-level positions and advancing to credentialed high-growth, high-demand careers within hospitals. The 12 week program provides an opportunity for individuals to learn about careers in health care, participate in an internship experience and receive job readiness and placement assistance. DHS & DLT approved.
The free program includes six weeks of classroom training followed by a six-week internship. Classes will be held Mondays through Fridays from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at FRCA's Employment & Training Center, 55 Main Street Woonsocket. Class content includes:
- Health care career exploration
- Medical terminology
- CPR certification
- Blood borne pathogens certification
- Job readiness
- Basic work skills
- Resume & cover letter preparation
Information about Stepping Up is provided at FRCA's weekly Information Sessions held every Wednesday at 3:00 pm at FRCA's Employment & Training Center, 55 Main Street Woonsocket. View program flier.
For more information about Stepping Up, contact Carol Hartmann Rabbitt at 401-235-6074 or chartmannrabbitt@famresri.org Also check out the Stepping Up website at www.steppingupri.org
TEAMhealth2 (Train, Employ, Advance, Mentor) is a Certified Nursing Assistant training and Career Laddering Program with concurrent trainings in allied health professions. Career Laddering opportunities include CNA II, Certified Medication Technicians, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Registered Nurses. Trainings for allied professions include Home Makers, Medical Billing, and Medical Office Assistant. The program follows the model practices of the National Fund for Workforce Solutions by providing strong assessments, job readiness, case management, and employer development activities through collaborations with an array of training and employer partners.
In order to be considered for this class you must attend one of our weekly informational sessions. Information sessions are held every Wednesday at 3pm at FRCA's Employment & Training Center, 55 Main Street, Woonsocket. No pre-registration is required, simply walk-in.
TEAMhealth2 program brochure. TEAMhealth2 program fact sheet.
FREE Pre-CNA Training program being offered. Click here for more information.
For more information about TEAMhealth2 please contact Rosa Brito at 401.235.6068 or email rbrito@famresri.org.
This three week training provides hands-on instruction and prepares individuals for careers as a Homemaker. Program content covers:
- Job Readiness Instructions, including Customer Service Certification & More for Your Money training
- Companionship Caregiving training
- Infection Control
- Shopping and Errand Service
- Meal Preparation
- Respite Care
- Clinical Rotation, completion of five hours
Program Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years old or older
- Pass a BCI (Criminal Background Check)
- Pass a TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education) at a 5th grade level
- Must have a car
- Must have a valid Driver's License
- Authorized to work in the United States
Program Requirements After Graduation
- Be willing to work as a Homemaker for at least one year
- Be willing to be tracked by a Case Manager
All graduates are eliglble to apply for CNA Training after a minimum of six months employed as a Homemaker.
For more information contact the general adult education line at 401-235-6016.