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Prepare for a Life-changing Career With the Easy Start program, a personal admissions representative can get to know you and guide you through your career goals, educational options and even help you enroll in a program - all in a few easy steps. To get started, simply fill in the form. Choose from career training programs in these fields:

Accounting
Business
Computers
Legal
Medical

Easy Enrollment
Our representatives will help you through each step of the enrollment process.
Financial Aid for Those Who Qualify
Many of our students qualify for financial aid. Our Financial Aid office will walk you through the application process.
Flexible Class Schedules
We offer day and evening classes structured to work around your schedule, not ours.
Small Class Sizes
You won’t get lost in the crowd. Our class sizes are small, so you can get the personalized attention you deserve.
Career Placement Assistance
Our Career Services office will assist you in your job search upon graduation.

Choose a Program Level

Accounting

Job openings in the accounting field are predicted to significantly increase over the next few years. Now is the time to position yourself for this trend by making sure you have a solid knowledge and understanding of the accounting profession. The Accounting program encompasses the fundamentals of accounting and provides the groundwork for a number of exciting careers. You will learn the theoretical concepts and practical applications of accounting, as well as data and information processing skills. Strong problem-solving, mathematic and analytical tools are essential to success in this field. The Accounting program includes instruction in the following:

Principles of accounting
Cost accounting
Financial statements
Payroll accounting
Finance
Marketing
Business Law
Corporate accounting
Tax accounting

As with other industries, technology plays an integral role in the accounting field. Computer applications, database and spreadsheet classes complement the core curriculum with an emphasis on computerized accounting applications. Armed with the principles of accounting, as well as practical business methods and procedures, you will have the necessary skills to succeed in a competitive industry. Some career opportunities include:

Accounting assistant
Bookkeeper
Management trainee

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Administrative Information Processing

Would you like to provide essential office support in the executive, legal or medical fields? The Administrative Information Processing program is designed to meet the requirements for entry-level employment in all business areas. You will gain valuable office and computer training enabling you to succeed in any corporate environment. As administrative support becomes an essential part of today’s business office, it is increasingly necessary to obtain the education and experience required to oversee the day-to-day activities of an office. The program provides a strong administrative basis with keyboarding, computer applications and transcription classes, while providing a business foundation with accounting, marketing and economics classes. You have the option to specialize in one of three areas, including the executive, legal or medical fields. The Administrative Information Processing program includes the following areas of concentration: 1. The Executive concentration focuses on:

Executive secretarial office procedures
Principles of management

2. The Legal concentration focuses on:

Legal secretarial office procedures
Legal terminology

3. The Medical concentration focuses on:

Medical secretarial office procedures
Medical anatomy and terminology
Medical insurance forms

You will succeed in this field with strong computer literacy as well as effective communication and office skills. Knowledge of a variety of business disciplines is also mandatory for a career in administrative information processing. Become a vital member of a business team!

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Business

It's all about choices. With a background in Business, you will have the tools you need to begin an exciting and challenging career in any number of today's business fields. Learn to apply classroom solutions to real-life business situations with our well-rounded curriculum. The program provides hands-on computer training, accounting skills and a solid business background. It is designed to provide you with a thorough understanding of the business principles found in today's corporate world. The Business program includes instruction on the following:

Principles of accounting
Cost accounting
Payroll accounting
Computer applications
Finance
Management
Human resources
Marketing
Spreadsheets
Communications

With the growth of the Internet industry and e-commerce opportunities, there is an even greater need for well-rounded business training. In this dynamic age, you will succeed with a diverse, broad-based knowledge of vital business policies and procedures. Be prepared to meet the challenges of the ever-changing business world. You can apply the necessary business, decision-making and organizational skills gathered from this program to the corporate environment. The core curriculum will enable you to enter the job market in a number of capacities. Some career opportunities include:

Executive assistant
Office manager
Bookkeeper

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Business Accounting and Applications

Would you like to learn real-world accounting procedures that prepare you for an exciting career in the corporate world? The Business Accounting and Applications program encompasses the fundamentals of accounting and provides the groundwork for a number of exciting careers. You will gain strong management, communication, and computer skills essential to this field. The curriculum provides you with the skills necessary to perform vital accounting tasks for a business, including instruction and hands-on training in financial and management accounting as they apply to the legal, medical and business environments. The Business Accounting and Applications diploma program includes:

Principles of accounting
Cost/managerial accounting
Payroll accounting
Tax accounting
Finance
Business law
Communications
Business writing

As with other industries, technology plays an integral role in the accounting field. Computer applications, database and spreadsheet classes complement the core curriculum with an emphasis on computerized accounting applications. Accountants are key components of a smooth-running business, as they gather, record, organize, and analyze financial data. Senior management relies on this information to make important business decisions. Armed with the principles of accounting, as well as practical business methods and procedures, you will have the necessary skills to succeed in a competitive industry.

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Business Management

The Business Management program is designed to meet the requirements for entry-level employment in small businesses. Credits earned in this program can be subsequently applied toward a related Associate degree program at Rochester Business Institute. The largest number of business organizations in the United States are classified in the small and medium-sized categories. Service, retail, and wholesale industries require the owner, manager, and key employees to have a broad background in many disciplines to ensure the profitability and growth of the company. The program is designed to meet those needs by providing a solid background in management and marketing skills, coupled with studies in the financial aspect of business operations and computer literacy. Students are introduced to the fundamental accounting procedures, as well as financial and managerial accounting principles. The role and organization of the legal system is introduced and additional coursework covers the nature and requirements of the law relating to contracts. Students become acquainted with the basic managerial functions of planning, organizing, directing, controlling, and staffing through case studies. Due to the fact that modern management revolves around the extension of credit, this program also emphasizes credit management.

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Computer Information Science

Do you like the idea of working with computers? 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 Information Systems program will equip you with the valuable skills to complete essential operating and programming tasks. The comprehensive computer courses are built around real-world experience, with classes providing current and relevant instruction on computer applications. The curriculum is designed to enhance job skills and improve opportunities for career advancement. 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. Some career opportunities include:

Computer operator
Computer programmer
Network administrator

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Criminal Justice

Would you like to help enforce the law? The Criminal Justice program provides you with the skills necessary to maintain law and order, protect life and property, and conduct administration, planning, and research services. It is designed to prepare you for a career in corrections, criminology, forensic sciences, law enforcement, immigration, and security administration. You will gain excellent communicative, critical-thinking, research, and organizational skills in the specialized areas of this curriculum, providing you with the foundation required to build a successful career in this field. The Criminal Justice program includes instruction on the following:

Introduction to criminal justice
Criminal investigation and police procedures
Criminal evidence
Criminal procedure
Criminology
Introduction to corrections
Juvenile delinquency
Criminal justice report writing
Computer applications

The curriculum offers a balance of theory and application that will provide you with a well-rounded background. An optional office internship is available, giving you the opportunity to apply the principles and practices learned in the classroom to a work environment. The program includes a comprehensive study of the national criminal justice system, correctional organizations, and law enforcement agencies. You will learn the nature and extent of crime and delinquency, and the cause and explanation of criminal behavior. Rules of evidence, basic investigative techniques and the philosophy of criminal law are additional areas of study. Some career opportunities include:

Corrections officer
Security officer

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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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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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Paralegal

Join a profession that is ranked among the fastest-growing occupations in the United States! There is a growing need for paralegals in the legal profession. The Paralegal program will give you the training you need, providing a complete overview of practical litigation skills and tasks. Paralegals continue to assume a growing range of tasks and perform many of the same jobs as lawyers. You will gain the necessary tools to provide vital assistance to lawyers, clients and courts. The Paralegal program prepares you to perform duties such as:

Researching legal issues
Drafting legal documents
Preparing pleadings
Summarizing documents
Organizing trial notebooks
Interviewing clients

Learn fundamental knowledge about the formation of contracts, breach of contracts, and remedies for the breach of contracts. Become familiar with the terminology, policies and procedures applied to: estate planning, wills, trusts, estate taxes, estate sales, and joint tenancy. Family and criminal law are other principal subjects covered in this program. Family law specializes in: divorce, separation, custody, adoption, guardianship, and community property. Criminal law covers: common law, statutory crimes and punishment, crime classification, principles of liability, and basic criminal procedure concepts. Some career opportunities include:

Legal secretary
Litigation secretary
Executive assistant

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Programming For Business

Would you like to learn specialized, in-depth programming procedures? The Programming For Business program is designed to provide you with training to complement your educational background, or for immediate application in your present employment situation. You will be familiarized with various types of current hardware and software technology, as well as procedures and applications of existing system developments. The Programming for Business certificate program includes instruction on the following:

Principles of accounting
Computer applications
Basic programming and applications
Java programming and applications
Programming in C++
Spreadsheets

The program will enable you to successfully operate a computer, working with different programming languages and applications. You will also gain experience performing troubleshooting procedures. As software development becomes increasingly relevant in current business and industry environments, there will be an abundance of job opportunities in this field. Knowledge of a variety of programming languages and tools will prepare you for employment success.

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