Office Technology

Contact Information
Kathy Coraspe, Program Coordinator
coraspek@uppervalleycc.org
937.778.8419 or 1.800.589.6963

Registration
Pam Ginn
ginnp@uppervalleycc.org
937.778.8419 or 1.800.589.6963, ext. 250

Location:
Upper Valley Career Center
Applied Technology Center
Looney Road, Piqua, Ohio 45356

General Description:
Exciting careers in begin right here. Office Technology students have the opportunity to choose an area of specialization based on their individual interests and abilities.

Participation Options:
Health Occupations Specialist:  The emphasis is on medical terminology, record systems, and basic medical office procedures. Students learn what it takes to work with health care professionals in the office, clinic or a floor setting. Topics include, but are not limited to: Medical Terminology, Medical Typing, Medical Transcription, Medical Office Procedures, and Medical Coding.

• Many students elect to participate in testing which qualifies them for nationally recognized certification. Greater career prospects are available for individuals with professional credentials.

Microcomputer Specialist:  Strong emphasis is placed on math and accounting with work in automated accounting, electronic equipment, and computers. Specialists may qualify for jobs as accounting clerks or computer operators. The general business background offered in this area is the foundation for advancement. Topics include: Word Processing, Accounting, Data Applications, Spreadsheet Software, and Purchasing/Receiving.

Word Processing Specialist:  Business concepts and equipment associated with word processing and information systems are the primary focus in this area. Keyboard users should be able to key in 40 wpm by the end of their first term to pursue this specialization. Topics include, but are not limited to: Document Formats, Desktop Publishing, Medical and Legal Transcription.

Topic Areas
Topics are based on the participants chosen area of specialization.

Introduction to Keyboarding
Communication Skills
MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
Accounting
Word Processing
Data Applications
Purchasing/Receiving
Medical Transcription
Legal Transcription

Specific Topic Area Description
Medical Terminology
Medical Typing
Medical Transcription
Medical Office Procedures
Medical Coding
Others not yet available.
Employment Opportunities

Cost/Tuition 
Health Occupations Tuition and Fees for full program: $8,500            Health Occupations Textbooks: $1,500
Office Tech – Accounting and Word Processing Tuition and Fees for full program: $7,025    Textbooks $800

Word Processing	$ 1,360/Quarter	Plus Books and Exam Fees
Microcomputers	$ 1,360/Quarter	Plus Books and Exam Fees
Health Occupations	$ 1,610/Quarter	Plus Books and Exam Fees

PELL Grant Fundable - see Financial Aid for more information.

Class Hours:
Fall, Winter, and Spring Term
Monday through Thursday  8am-Noon or 12:30pm-4:30pm

Medical Transcriptionists - 31-9094.00 http://www.onetcodeconnector.org/ccreport/31-9094.00

Medical Secretaries - 43-6013.00 http://www.onetcodeconnector.org/ccreport/43-6013.00

Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks - 43-3031.00 http://www.onetcodeconnector.org/ccreport/43-3031.00

Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks - 43-3051.00 http://www.onetcodeconnector.org/ccreport/43-3051.00

Receptionists and Information Clerks - 43-4171.00 http://www.onetcodeconnector.org/ccreport/43-4171.00

Word Processors and Typists - 43-9022.00 http://www.onetcodeconnector.org/ccreport/43-9022.00Monday through Thursday  8am-4pm

Office Tech 2011 Program Report
Students Contacted: 96%
Students Unknown: 4%
Positive Placement Percentage: 78%

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