Concorde Career College - Portland

• 1425 NE Irving Street,
• Bldg 300
• Portland, OR 97232

We believe hands-on experience is the best way to learn. And at Concorde, you'll find that a "learn by doing" approach to healthcare training will get you the skills you need to succeed-and get you into the workforce quickly.

Even in today's economy, the demand for skilled healthcare professionals shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Labor's Career Guide to Industries (2010-2011 Edition), the healthcare industry will generate $3.2 million in new wage and salary jobs between 2006 and 2016-more than any other

Now's a great time to get started-and to move toward a rewarding healthcare career.

At Concorde, we offer a wide range of short, affordable training programs-some you could finish in as few as 9 months.* Each program is designed to help you get into the career you've always dreamed of.

They include:

• Healthcare programs, such as Medical Assistant, Medical Office Administration, Respiratory Therapy, Surgical Technology, Pharmacy Technician, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant, and more.
• Nursing programs, such as Practical Nursing, Vocational Nurse/Nursing, Nursing -(AS/AAS), and the Nursing Bridge Program Option.
• Dental programs, such as Dental Assistant/Assisting and Dental Hygiene.
• Massage Therapy, at our Memphis, TN campus.

If cost is a concern, financial aid is available to those who qualify. You can choose from any of our 15 campus locations throughout California, Colorado, Florida, Missouri, Oregon, Tennessee and Texas- each located near major cities and transportation lines to make your commute to school easy and convenient.

Ready to take the next step? Getting started at Concorde is easy. For more information, fill out and submit the short form.

Programs vary by campus. *Program lengths vary.

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Dental Assistant

As a student in the Dental Assistant/Assisting program at Concorde Career Colleges, you will be prepared to work alongside a dentist in his or her front office. Through the program, you will receive ''multi-tasked'' training, which means you will receive education in both clinical and administrative capabilities in a healthcare field that is in demand. Clinical responsibilities include sterilizing and preparing instrument trays, exposing and processing x-rays, conducting oral inspections, preparing patients for treatment, and taking vital signs. Administrative responsibilities include patient charting, appointment setting, completing insurance forms, and processing accounts payable and fee collections.

Medical Assistant

As a Medical Assistant, you will be an integral part of the healthcare delivery team. In this position, you are considered a 'multi-tasked' provider, meaning you will receive training and be qualified in both clinical and administrative capacities. Your education in the Medical Assistant program at Concorde Career Colleges will give you the knowledge and skills to excel in this important position. Medical Assistants work closely with doctors in clinics and physicians’ offices. You will be entrusted with a variety of critical responsibilities. Clinical responsibilities include taking patient histories and vital signs, performing first aid and CPR, preparing patients for procedures, assisting the physician with examinations and treatments, infection control, collecting and processing specimens, performing selected diagnostic tests, and preparing and administering medications as directed by the physician. Administrative skills and responsibilities include scheduling and receiving patients, preparing and maintaining medical records, performing basic secretarial skills and medical transcription, handling telephone calls and written correspondence, serving as a liaison between physicians and other individuals, and managing practice finances.

Medical Office Administration

As a Medical Office Administrator, you will play an integral role in your employer’s office. You will handle most medical office business and financial operations and help make it possible for your employer to collect monetary reimbursements from patients’ insurance providers. Your work is essential to the success of your employer’s medical business. At Concorde Career Colleges, you will receive the education you need to be successful in this exciting healthcare field.

Practical Nursing

Upon completion of the practical nursing program at Concorde Career Colleges, and passing the licensing examination, you can enter the workforce as a competent, skilled nurse. Practical Nurses provide bedside nursing care at the direction of physicians and/or registered nurses. The practice of practical nursing is based on concepts from the physical, biological, and behavioral sciences. Each state has its own nurse practice act, so the scope of practice varies from state to state. We’re here to help you obtain the education and training you need to succeed in this important medical field. As a licensed professional, the LPN uses the nursing process for patient assessment, to contribute to the nursing diagnosis made by the RN, and for planning, implementation, and evaluation in providing care. LPNs are integral to nursing. They provide individualized care in a variety of healthcare settings such as acute care, long-term care, home healthcare, and other community healthcare agencies. Practical Nursing students benefit from extensive hands-on learning. Much of their preparation for nursing focuses on supervised clinical experiences with real clients in real healthcare facilities. This clinical component of education is one of the major strengths of the Practical Nursing program. Because of the versatility in their study, LPNs are among the most patient-focused members of any healthcare team.

Respiratory Therapy - (AAS)

Respiratory Therapists deal with one of the critical life-sustaining functions of the human body — breathing. As a student at Concorde Career Colleges, you will receive the education and training you need to be a successful professional in this all-important medical field. You will deal with life and death issues on a daily basis. You will conduct diagnostic testing procedures and administer treatments to improve patients’ breathing, as well as implement and monitor life support equipment. You will assist physicians in the diagnosis and management of cardio-pulmonary deficiencies and abnormalities, and use sophisticated equipment to measure lung function and monitor heart functions. You might treat newborns, trauma victims, drowning victims, and patients suffering from asthma, bronchitis, coronary heart disease, emphysema, and pneumonia. This is an exciting field in the healthcare community, and our Respiratory Therapy program will help you make the most of your opportunities in it.

Surgical Technology

As an entry-level Surgical Technologist, you will perform essential tasks before, during, and after operations. You will work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other key surgical personnel in hospital operating rooms and outpatient surgery centers. Surgical Technologists play a critical role in surgical patient care, and you will receive the training and education you need to successfully fill this role while you are a student in the Surgical Technology/Technologist program at Concorde Career Colleges. There are three major roles for entry-level Surgical Technologists: Scrub, Circulating Assistant, and Second Assisting. Scrub, Circulating Assistant, and Second Assisting Surgical Technologists have primary responsibilities in maintaining the sterile field, being constantly vigilant that all members of the team adhere to proper technique. The Surgical Technologist in the Scrub role handles instruments, supplies, and medical equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. They maintain a sterile environment and anticipate the needs of the surgeon. The Surgical Technologist in the Circulating Assistant role obtains additional instruments, supplies, and medical equipment while the surgical procedure is in progress. They monitor operating room conditions and assess the needs of the surgical team in order to provide safe patient care. The Surgical Technologist in the Second Assisting role assists the surgeon and/or surgeon`s first assistant during the operative procedure by carrying out technical tasks other than cutting, clamping, or suturing of tissue. The Second Assisting role is distinct from the surgeon’s first assistant, and may be performed at the same time as the Scrub role.



Accreditation

Accredited Member, ACCSC

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