Diploma - Dental Assisting

Almost all dental offices employ one or more dental assistants. In the office, the person working directly with the dentist during patient procedures is the dental assistant.

Each state has a dental practice act that governs which duties dental assistants can perform. This varies from performing invasive procedures, such as placing retraction cord and dental dams, to non-invasive procedures, such as patient education. Dental assistants enable dentist to care for many more patients and to produce much more dentistry than they could alone. With training from Remington College you will have the skills and knowledge that will enable you to qualify for entry-level positions in the dental office.*

Diploma - Medical Assisting

If you want a career where you finish the day feeling satisfied and rewarded, medical assisting could be the right field for you.* Medical assistants are key to the smooth function of today's hospitals, clinics, and doctor's offices. With training from Remington College you will be prepared to function in both administrative and clinical situations. Now is the time to get the training you need for a career you'll love.*

Medical Assisting with X-Ray Tech (Limited Scope) and EKG

Are you interested in helping people? Can you see yourself working in the health care industry? Would you like the opportunity to use your credits to pursue an associate's degree in Allied Health Science at Remington College after you earn your diploma? (1)

Remington College's Medical Assisting with X-Ray Tech (Limited Scope) and EKG Diploma Program may help you answer these questions and give you an opportunity to explore a potential new career.*

Many people go through the process of getting an X-ray, an electrocardiogram (EKG), or both at some point in their lives. If you, a family member or friend have been through these procedures, you know the key role that an X-ray technician or EKG administrator has in the medical office and the physician diagnosis process.

With these two specializations combined, the X-Ray Tech (Limited Scope) with EKG Diploma Program at Remington College gives you the opportunity to learn both clinical and laboratory skills. Plus, you can choose to continue your education and pursue an associate's degree in Allied Health Sciences at Remington College. (1)

You can learn how to correctly operate x-ray equipment, position a patient, and develop radiographs of the human body. Meanwhile, our EKG classes include EKG laboratory study, clinical experiences, and classroom study in an effort to provide students with a real-world understanding of how EKG technology can assist in the diagnosis of health and heart issues.

An externship opportunity can provide valuable on-the-job experience at an approved medical facility. (2) You'll also have a chance to brush up on career development skills in the medical office environment.

If you've ever wanted to learn these valued clinical and laboratory skills and work in the growing field of health care, there may be no better time than now!*

Specialize in an area of health care that looks below the surface In as few as 12 months you could be prepared to work in an X-Ray Tech (Limited Scope) and EKG position.* Once you complete the program, you'll be eligible to take the Nationally Registered-Certified EKG Technician certification exam (NR-CEKG) and/or the ARRT's Limited Scope Radiography exam. (3)

Medical Billing and Coding

The objective of the Medical Billing and Coding Program is to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to qualify for entry-level positions in medical insurance billing.* When you complete the Medical Billing and Coding Program, you will be awarded a diploma and should have the basic skills and knowledge to start your career as a medical coder.