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Choose from career training programs in these fields:

Electronics
Dental
Medical
Computers
Massage
Network Administration

Not all programs available at all locations.
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We offer day and evening classes structured to work around your schedule, not ours.
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You won’t get lost in the crowd. Our class sizes are small, so you can get the personalized attention you deserve.
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Our Career Services office will assist you in your job search upon graduation.

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Dental Assisting

educated to perform chairside assisting methods, patient procedures, and related office and laboratory tasks under the direction and supervision of a licensed dentist.
The variety of tasks you learn will allow you to be challenged by diverse responsibilities in the delivery of dental care. You will gain knowledge of the basic dental sciences, proficiency in laboratory and clinical skills, and practical experience involving specialized skills.
You will obtain hands-on experience in a laboratory setting using major equipment such as amalgamators, dental units and chairs, model trimmers, oral evacuation equipment, oxygen tanks, personal computers, ultrasonic units, and X-ray units.
Duties of a Dental Assistant may include: assisting a dentist at chair side with basic dental procedures; preparing materials for use by the dentist; cleaning and sterilizing dental instruments; providing education to patients about good dental health; and performing preventive procedures.
You will be trained in valuable clinical, radiographic, and administrative procedures, leading to career opportunities with dental offices, dental supply manufacturers, hospital dental departments, and insurance companies. Additional entry-level positions include dental receptionists, dental insurance clerks, dental supply salespeople, and administrative assistants.

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Medical Administrative Assistant

Do you like helping people? Healthcare is the largest industry in America. The aging of the population combined with continued medical advances will significantly increase healthcare demand and career opportunities in this exciting field.
The Medical Administrative Assistant program provides you with the skills necessary to manage the day-to-day operations of a medical facility. Office management and technical ability are vital parts of the professional office environment.
You will receive training that emphasizes the administrative and business aspects of overseeing a medical or dental office.
The Medical Administrative Assistant program includes instruction on the following:

Basic principles of accounting
Computer applications
Medical terminology
Medical law and ethics
Communications
Medical transcription

The administrative, business and communication courses will provide you with a well-rounded background to meet the needs of today's ever-changing medical industry. You will gain valuable skills, enabling you to become a vital link between patient and doctor.
Strong clinical and administrative skills will provide innumerable employment opportunities with medical and dental offices, clinics, long-term healthcare facilities, insurance companies, hospitals, and home health agencies.

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Medical Assisting

The Medical Assisting program is designed to bridge the gap between the traditional nurse in the physician’s office and the medical secretary. The degree prepares graduates to be entry-level paraprofessionals in medical offices, clinics, and associated medical facilities. In addition to basic diagnostic and laboratory procedures, students learn current medical technology, medical codes, and other skills necessary to excel in the healthcare industry.
Upon completion of an Associate in Science degree in Medical Assisting, students will have taken a variety of courses related to the healthcare field. Courses include Anatomy and Physiology, Clinical Assisting, Pharmacology, EKG Interpretation, Phlebotomy and Medical Computer Applications. To ensure a complete background of the medical field, the Medical Assisting program covers medical insurance billing, medical transcription, and business management as it relates to healthcare.

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Pharmacy Technician

Get involved in an exploding industry! The pharmaceutical industry is expected to surge over the next decade due to the increased needs of a larger and older population. You can join the ranks of thousands of others and start aiding licensed pharmacists providing medication and other healthcare products to patients.
Our program provides you with strong academic and clinical backgrounds in the areas of:

Pharmacy administration
Pharmaceutical calculations
Anatomy and physiology
Digestive, respiratory and reproductive systems
Nutrition
Medical terminology
Pharmacology
Health care systems

The program helps develop strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills needed to interact with patients, co-workers and healthcare professionals. Strong mathematical and organizational skills needed to manage inventories, count and measure medication, and use computers are provided.
Pharmacy Technicians can gain positions in both healthcare facilities and retail establishments including: hospitals, medical centers, outpatient clinics, urgent care centers, and pharmacies.
Some career opportunities include:

Pharmaceutical assistant
Sales representative

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Residential Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

Graduates of the Residential Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning program are prepared to specialize in residential heating and air conditioning service and repair.
Employment opportunities that call for the knowledge presented in this program are entry-level positions such as A/C mechanic helper, furnace cleaner service, intermediate positions such as A/C unit assembler and heating mechanic.

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Electronics, Computer and Communications Technology

Almost every aspect of your life involves electronics. The electronics industry is one of the fastest growing fields today, with technology and computers creating an abundance of career opportunities. The Electronics and Computer Technology program will provide you with the technical skills and knowledge to succeed in this ever-changing field.
Whether you go to a bank, restaurant or retail store, the world today revolves around the use of electronics and computers. There is an increased demand for individuals with solid scientific and technological tools.
The Electronics and Computer Technology program provides theory and hands-on experience in the following areas:

Electronics
Integrated circuits
Microprocessors
Computer technology
Test equipment

The program offers instruction on the intricacies of computer networking, theory and practice. Laboratory experience is also an integral part of the curriculum.
You will be qualified for entry-level positions as a computer service technician, electronic laboratory technician, field service engineer, installation technician, and electronics technician in communications, instrumentation, and digital and computer electronics.

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Massage Therapy

Would you like the skills to relieve patients of pain? The Massage Therapy program provides the basic knowledge, tools, ethics, and behaviors that will enable you to successfully practice as a massage therapist in a variety of healthcare settings. You will gain in-depth educational skills that increase your knowledge and develop specialized techniques of massage.
A balance of academic knowledge, technical expertise, clinical skills and manual dexterity can provide you with a competitive advantage in this ever-changing field. You will acquire a solid base of knowledge through instruction and hands-on training in our well-rounded curriculum.
The Massage Therapist program is taught over a three-quarter period, with each quarter encompassing different courses of study.
1. This first quarter includes the following three courses:

General biology, medical terminology, and computer basics
Body systems
General psychology, customer service, and computer basics

2. The second quarter includes the following three courses:

Introduction to massage and anatomy/physiology
Therapeutic massage
Deep tissue sculpting

3. The third quarter includes the following three courses:

Sports massage
Traumatology
Personal fitness and nutrition

You will have the practical experience to obtain employment as a massage therapist in a number of healthcare settings, including medical and rehabilitation clinics, hospitals, and doctors´ and chiropractors´ offices. Opportunities also exist in health spas, hotels, fitness centers, sports organizations, tourist destinations, and cruise ships. There is the possibility of going into private practice as well. Employment is expected to steadily grow over the next few years. There will be an increased demand for massage services for management of pain and prevention of physical disabilities from injury or disease.

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Medical Insurance Billing/Coding

Medical billing and its related occupations are among the fastest growing opportunities in the healthcare industry. Give yourself an advantage as more and more insurance companies, medical offices and clinics look to hire well-schooled and experienced professionals. You will learn the basic concepts and procedures to perform the tasks involved in health insurance as well as insurance claim forms. You will also gain knowledge of basic coding definitions and how to apply those codes to medical documentation.
The Medical Insurance Billing/Coding program includes:

Medical insurance
Claims processing/collection strategies
Current procedural coding
Diagnostic coding

To succeed in this field, you will need to possess a combination of skills. A thorough knowledge of medical terminology, preparing and processing of insurance claims, set up and maintenance of patient records, and proper code selection and application are all essential tools for this profession. Strong computer and keyboarding skills are also vital to the effectiveness of these jobs.
This program offers simulated practice where you manually and electronically prepare insurance claims. You will practice interviewing and documenting skills to obtain the necessary patient information for successfully completing and managing claims.
Some career opportunities include:

Medical insurance biller
Medical receptionist

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Network Systems Support

Would you like to be responsible for the security and operation of a computer network? As computer technology expands, the need for individuals capable of updating and maintaining the equipment does as well. The Network Systems Support program provides you with the skills and training necessary to handle a network from development to management.
Completion of the program will provide you with the capability to provide all areas of network support. You will gain knowledge of the components within a computer, as well as the features of complex systems and network architecture.
The Network Systems Support program provides instruction on the following:

Computer technology
Networking concepts
Network routing and design
Operating systems
Network management

You will have the ability to perform tasks such as: connecting a network of computers, performing network maintenance jobs, and installing and configuring hardware and software in computers.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, and technical skills are essentials for success in this field. Gain a solid foundation in the key technologies that drive many of today’s corporate networks.
There will be employment opportunities as a network administrator, network engineer, or technical support positions in any type of business or organization using networked computers.

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Automotive Technology

The Automotive Technology training program is comprehensive and up-to-date to prepare you for a career working as a professional automotive technician.
Courses include:

Basic Engine Management Systems
Drivability Diagnostics
Drivetrain Systems
Chassis

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Electrical Technology

Do you like the idea of working with electrical systems? Do you like to solve problems? The Associate of Occupational Studies in Electrical Technology provides training that allows you to apply scientific, technical and mathematical skills to the industrial electrical industry.
You will learn the tools necessary to plan and modify electrical systems that generate and consume large amounts of electricity. The electrical industry supplies and manages transformers, motors, generators, switchgears, and other equipment required to power homes, businesses and industries.
The program uses the skills acquired in the Electrician and Industrial Electronic Technology programs as a foundation and provides additional training and skills at a more in-depth level. You can choose your area of focus and tailor the program to meet your employment needs.
Some areas of study within the Electrical Technology program include:

Safety
Trade mathematics
Blueprint reading
National electric code
Business
Marketing
Management

Successful achievement of the Associate’s degree requires completion of the required general education, core, and major courses. This program will provide you with the skills to understand, design, analyze, and work effectively in industrial settings that utilize control systems and electrical power systems.
Employment opportunities include the ability to work in industrial maintenance, new construction electrical work and industrial automation control specialties.

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Electrician

Would you like to gain a solid electrical foundation essential to the many fields of the electrical industry? The Electrician program will provide you with the necessary technical, scientific, communication, and interpersonal skills for successful employment. You will be prepared for residential, industrial, and commercial tasks in this vital field.
The program provides you with the knowledge and ability to install, alter, repair and maintain all types of electrical systems. The training gives you the flexibility to pursue different areas of employment as entry-level electricians.
The Electrician program is taught over a three-quarter period, with each quarter encompassing different courses of study.
1. The first quarter includes:

Basic electrical theory and concepts
National electrical code and conduit bending
Commercial wiring and circuitry

2. The second quarter includes:

Power distribution and intermediate conduit bending
Motors and over-current protection
Advanced code concepts and blueprints

3. The third quarter includes:

Industrial controls
Advanced industrial control concepts
Electronic and computer-based control technology

A solid background in the theory and technology of the electrical field will expand your knowledge base and provide an advantage with career advancement.
You will be able to gain employment in industrial maintenance and automation, as well as new construction electrical work. Electrician positions involved in the service, maintenance and upgrading sectors are projected to experience continued growth.

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Industrial Electrical Technology

Do you want to become a multi-skilled technician? The Industrial Electrical Technology program combines science, computers, electricity, technology and mathematics to provide a solid foundation of knowledge in the electrical and industrial fields.
Electrical and lighting systems were once the only sources of power in buildings and facilities; however, the structures often now include signal and alarm, emergency lighting, communications and energy management systems. As a result, technicians need a larger base of knowledge and additional electrical skills.
The Industrial Electrical Technology program builds upon the Electrician program with additional training in the following areas:

Industrial controls and concepts
Electronic and computer-based control technology
Industrial automation control
Computerized industrial control
H.M.I.
Remote I/O
O.I.T. panels
Programmable logic controllers (PLC)

You will learn the necessary tools to work with electrical circuits, analog and digital electronics, microprocessors and microcomputers, motors and controls. Effective communication, technical and scientific skills are vital to your success as an industrial electrical technician.
You will qualify for entry-level commercial and industrial positions, such as those that utilize programmable logic controllers, industrial electronic controls and motor drives.

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Computer Technology

Does developing and managing business computer applications, management information systems, databases, and computer networks interest you? As technology advances, the need for competent computer professionals will also increase. The Computer Technology program will equip you with the valuable skills to complete essential operating and programming tasks.
The curriculum is built around real-world experience, with classes providing current and relevant instruction on computer applications. It is designed to enhance job skills and improve opportunities for career advancement.
The Computer Technology program includes the fundamentals and advanced theory in the following areas:

Computer software
Computer hardware
Peripherals
Network fundamentals
Network operating systems

Laboratory experience is an integral part of this program, providing essential hands-on practice.
You will learn skills that enable you to oversee the operation of computer hardware systems, including mainframes, minicomputers, or networks of personal computers. You will also be educated to anticipate problems and take preventive action, as well as solve problems that occur during operations. Opportunities will be best for graduates with a formal computer-related education, a familiarity with a variety of operating systems, and up-to-date knowledge of the latest technology. The areas of network operation, user support and database management provide excellent prospects for employment.

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Electronics Computer Technology

Almost every aspect of your life involves electronics. The electronics industry is one of the fastest growing fields today, with technology and computers creating an abundance of career opportunities. The Electronics and Computer Technology program will provide you with the technical skills and knowledge to succeed in this ever-changing field.
Whether you go to a bank, restaurant or retail store, the world today revolves around the use of electronics and computers. There is an increased demand for individuals with solid scientific and technological tools.
The Electronics Computer Technology program provides theory and hands-on experience in the following areas:

Electronics
Integrated circuits
Microprocessors
Computer technology
Test equipment

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