Community Education
Certificate and Prep Programs
Career Advancement
Better
- Certified performance competencies using national exam credentials
- Current materials & equipment relevant to current career advancement needs
Quicker
- Option to test out for verifiable skills acquired via previous education and/or experience
- Flexible scheduling – open learning labs, morning, afternoon, evening classes
- Option of accelerating your learning with extra time and effort.
More Economical
- Option to test out
- Pay for one class, but earn more than one course completion by spending extra time in labs
- No extra courses or hidden fees for unneeded services
- No cost English, math, and computer literacy skills classes provided as needed
We are Career Advancement operating within Billings Adult Education. Our goal is to provide quality career and job skills training emphasizing skills certification. We prepare you for nationally or state recognized exam certification. We strive to avoid high costs, additional fees, and any extra or unnecessary courses. We intend to be lean. We’re motivated to provide real service to the economic community working in partnership with Billings Public Schools. Billings Adult Education Career Advancement alleviates the costly bureaucracy and high overhead by leveraging resources as a non-profit educational partner. This means lower prices for our students. We focus on entry-level careers providing upward mobility. It gives you the background to step up and across within your career field. Our programs use current computer & media technology for information delivery. Our teaching staff adds meaning and relevance to the learning content. Their job is to assist with goal setting, advise students, coach you through the more difficult learning challenges, prepare you to market your new skills, and to inform about job realities not mentioned in the textbooks.
Certificates
Certification Process for Community Education Students:
Billings Community Education offers a variety of certificate programs. Many of these programs fulfill the necessary requirements for the student to complete the national certification in their field of study. Our programs consist of a series of courses to enable the student to be a well-rounded employee in their chosen certificate program. Some of these courses will be to demonstrate proficiency in business math and business English, computer skills, and communication skills. Students are tested to meet standards required for successful employment and have the opportunity to test out if they can demonstrate the required skills. If you are interested in getting set up as a certificate student, please call (406)281-5003 or go to Lincoln Room 107 for more information.
The certificates and the courses needed to complete them are also listed on the website. Fee's listed in the certificate information are subject to change.
Certificate Programs
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Accounting, Administrative Assistant Certificates
Accounting Certificate
Accounting Certificate
The Accounting Certificate study plan offers a comprehensive foundation in business technology, communication, and accounting practices. Courses are self-paced and available online, making them flexible and accessible for learners of all skill levels. Each course includes guidance from an expert instructor available to support students when questions or challenges arise. Some courses may require more than one session to complete.
For a Estimated Cost for this Certificate Program
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Fees Can Be Subject To Change
Accounting Certificate Blended Option
Accounting Certificate Blended Option
The Accounting Certificate study plan offers a comprehensive foundation in business technology, communication, and accounting practices. Courses are self-paced and combine in-person and online learning, making them flexible and accessible for learners of all skill levels. Each course includes guidance from an expert instructor available to support students when questions or challenges arise. Some courses may require more than one session to complete.
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Fees Can Be Subject To Change
Administrative Assistant
Administrative Assistant Certificate
This certificate program provides foundational skills for success in administrative and office support roles. Through courses covering keyboarding, software proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, business communications, and administrative procedures, individuals will develop the practical abilities needed to excel as a secretary or administrative assistant. This pathway equips learners with the tools to manage office tasks efficiently and communicate professionally.
For a Estimated Cost for this Certificate Program
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Fees Can Be Subject To Change
Fees Can Be Subject To Change
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Business Office Management, Business Online Marketing
Business Office Management Certificate
Business Online Marketing Certificate
Business Office Management - Online
Small Business Management coming soon! Keep checking back.
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Fees Can Be Subject To Change
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Certified Nurse Assistant
Certified Nurse Assistant Certificate
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
Our 7-week Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) course equips you with the essential skills and knowledge to thrive in healthcare. You'll comprehensively understand a patient’s physical, psychological, and social needs. Throughout the course, you'll hear from engaging guest speakers who share insights into the diverse settings and career opportunities available to CNAs.
To ensure hands-on experience, students must complete 35 hours of clinical training in a healthcare setting.
Fee's Can Be Subject To Change
Fees Can Be Subject To Change
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ECG Technician
ECG Technician Certificate
ECG Technician Certificate
Our 12-week ECG Technician program prepares you to perform diagnostic tests that help doctors identify and treat cardiovascular conditions. You'll gain hands-on experience explaining procedures, monitoring vital signs like blood pressure, and positioning patients for accurate results, equipping you with the skills to support healthcare teams and improve patient outcomes.
Fees Can Be Subject To Change
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Marketing & Graphics, Medical Assistant, Microsoft Office Specialist
- Marketing and Graphics Certificate
- Medical Assistant Certificate
- Medical Assistant Certificate Online
- Microsoft Office Specialist
Marketing and Graphics Certificate
Medical Assistant Certificate
Medical Assistant
Our 10-month combined-certification pathway in medical assistant provides practical, hands-on training and education to prepare you for the exams in ECG, phlebotomy, patient care technician, and medical assistant. You will learn pharmacology, laboratory procedures, medical law, and patient care and explore health sciences. The program partners with Intermountain Health, Billings Clinic, and Riverstone Health to provide you with an externship.
An application is required for this pathway.
For a Estimated Cost for this Certificate Program
Medical Assistant Certificate Online
Online Medical Assistant Certificate
If you're already working in the medical field and want to become a certified medical assistant, this 9-month combined-certification pathway is a great option. This program offers practical, hands-on training and education to prepare you for the exams in ECG, phlebotomy, patient care technician, and medical assistant. You'll gain knowledge in pharmacology, laboratory procedures, medical law, and patient care, and explore the broader field of health sciences.
An application is required for this pathway.
For a Estimated Cost for this Certificate Program
Microsoft Office Specialist
By the end of this certification pathway, you will be fully prepared to pass the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification exams for Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, enhancing your job prospects and workplace productivity.
Ideal For: Job seekers, business professionals, students, and anyone looking to validate their Microsoft Office expertise.
Fees Can Be Subject To Change
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National Certified Medical Coding
National Certified Medical Coding Certificate
Medical Coding
Prepare for a career in physicians’ offices, hospitals, and other health services as a medical coder. In partnership with local hospitals, curriculum was designed to help educate students in medical systems, information terminology and assign correct diagnostic and procedural codes to patient records. The classes permit a student to work at their own pace and prepare them to take the national exam to become nationally certified.
National Certified Medical Coding Certificate Online
Medical Coding
Prepare for a career in physicians’ offices, hospitals, and other health services as a medical coder. In partnership with local hospitals, curriculum was designed to help educate students in medical systems, information terminology and assign correct diagnostic and procedural codes to patient records. The classes permit a student to work at their own pace and prepare them to take the national exam to become nationally certified.
Fee's Can Be Subject To Change
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Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy Certificate and Externship
Phlebotomy Certificate and Externship
This certificate program results in an externship. It meets on Monday evenings and offers extensive training in blood collection techniques, safety protocols, and patient interaction skills. You will learn to perform venipunctures, handle specimens, and adhere to proper lab procedures in line with healthcare standards. The program is a blend of classroom instruction and experience.
Phlebotomy Certificate Online
Online Phlebotomy Certificate and Externship
This certificate program results in an externship. This online course offers extensive training in blood collection techniques, safety protocols, and patient interaction skills. You will learn to perform venipunctures, handle specimens, and adhere to proper lab procedures in line with healthcare standards. The program is a blend of classroom instruction and experience.
Phlebotomy Training Program
Phlebotomy Training Program
This comprehensive 8-week program, held on Monday evenings, is designed to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel as a phlebotomist. The in-person course offers extensive training in blood collection techniques, safety protocols, and patient interaction skills. You will learn to perform venipunctures, handle specimens, and adhere to proper lab procedures in accordance with healthcare standards. The program is a blend of classroom instruction and practical experience and is tailored to prepare you for certification and entry-level positions in healthcare settings.
Fees Can Be Subject To Change