Community College of Vermont - Newport Campus

Community College of Vermont’s IT Support & Service Operations certificate is offered at the Newport Campus in Newport, Vermont. The program develops knowledge and skills for work in IT support, including software, networks, and security. It prepares students to earn the CompTIA A+ certification and supports employment as a computer support specialist, information office manager, or support technician. The certificate also provides a pathway toward completing a Community College of Vermont associate degree, with credits applicable to the Information Technology A.S. program. The page identifies the credential and career outcomes but does not provide a delivery format, duration, or admission requirements.

Community College of Vermont’s Clinical Medical Assisting certificate is offered at the Newport campus in Newport, Vermont. It trains students for clinical work in health care settings, including patient intake and care, examination assistance, medication administration, and communication with patients and providers. The certificate prepares graduates to take the Certified Clinical Medical Assisting (CCMA) exam. Coursework includes classroom learning and a clinical medical assisting internship that provides practice in a health care setting. The primary pathway can be completed in three semesters, with an accelerated pathway available in two semesters. The page does not state admission prerequisites, so no entry requirements are included here.

This certificate is designed for students looking for employment in the growing field of medical billing and coding and prepares students to take the Certified Billing & Coding Specialist (CBCS) exam through the National Healthcare Association. The curriculum also aligns with the content of the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) examination for Certified Professional Coders (CPC). To obtain the CPC credential, students will be required to demonstrate on-the-job coding experience in addition to passing the CPC certification exam. Those who pass the CPC, but have not yet met the work experience requirement, will be designated as an Apprentice (CPC-A). Students should review the AAPC’s certification requirements for additional information.