Everest College

Everest College offers flexible class schedules, supportive instructors, and dedicated career services to help you every step of the way. Everest focuses on hands-on training so that graduates hit the work force running. Whatever program you choose, you can rest assured that Everest College is committed to your future, and your success.

Let's face it, if your career training doesn't prepare you for actually working in that field from your first day on the job it doesn't make much sense. And who has time to spend years getting these skills? You certainly don't.

At Everest, you'll not only find programs in today's hottest career fields, you'll learn your trade from experienced instructors who can help you learn exactly what you need to know to be job-ready your first day.

Whether you're a recent high school graduate or a working adult looking to change careers, Everest College offers hands-on training with class schedules designed to meet your needs for flexibility and convenience. Climb higher in your career with training from Everest College.

Financial aid is available for those who qualify

If you struggle with the question of how you will pay for your education, let our student finance planners help you explore all of your financing options. We have helped many students identify and apply for financial aid to help them finish their education. Financial aid can help you pay for any legitimate school-related costs, including tuition, books, supplies and basic living expenses.

Everest College means educational excellence

Everest College is dedicated to the belief that students should have the chance to reach their full academic and professional potential. That's why we provide each student with small work groups and teachers who are professionals in the fields they teach. We've also designed each class to help you understand vital concepts quickly and easily.

We offer career placement services

Our career services team is dedicated to helping you prepare for your new career upon graduation. With a strong network of employers who know the value of our graduates, our career services team will connect you with job listings and help you fine-tune your resume and interviewing techniques.

We'll help you succeed in school

As an Everest College student, you'll have our support from your first day of enrollment through your entrance into the work force. Why? Because we want to see you succeed in your education AND in your career. We believe that a top-notch educational experience, with personalized attention and support, can contribute to the overall success of your future.

A few of the services we offer our students:

• Tutoring
• Library with Internet access
• Access to internships

Dental Assisting - Diploma

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Dental Assistants are educated to perform chairside assisting methods, patient procedures and related office and laboratory tasks under the direction and supervision of a licensed dentist.

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.

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.

Massage Therapy - Diploma

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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 learning in our well-rounded curriculum.

The Massage Therapist program is taught over a three-quarter period, with each quarter encompassing different courses of study. 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.

Medical Assisting - Diploma

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Have you dreamed of starting a career in the medical field, but weren't sure where to begin? Consider the role of Medical Assistant, which in recent years has become an integral part of the health care arena. Medical Assistants are trained in both administrative and clinical procedures, and are capable of filling a variety of rewarding positions.

The curriculum of the Medical Assistant program encompass lecture, laboratory and computer work in areas including patient care and communication, clinical assisting and pharmacology, medical insurance, bookkeeping and health sciences, anatomy and physiology, law and ethics, and medical terminology.

You will be prepared to maintain the highest quality of patient care; take vital signs, run laboratory and diagnostic tests, all while utilizing your organization, communication and management skills. Gain employment in a hospital, clinic, doctor's office, nursing home, medical supply business, home health care agency, insurance company or pharmaceutical company.

Medical Administrative Assistant - Diploma

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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 education that emphasizes the administrative and business aspects of overseeing a medical or dental office.

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 health care facilities, insurance companies, hospitals and home health agencies.

Medical Insurance Billing/Coding - Diploma

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Our medical insurance billing/coding program is designed to prepare students for positions as medical insurance billers in today's health care offices, clinics and facilities.

Students learn diagnostic and procedural terminology as it relates to the accurate completion of medical insurance claims. A combination of skills will prepare students for the ever-changing field of insurance billing. Students learn not only coding procedures, but also the proper management and execution of various medical insurance plans and programs.

They will practice interviewing and documentation skills, demonstrating the proper methods of obtaining patient information necessary for successful claims management. In simulated practice, students will prepare insurance claims manually and by computer.

The legal and ethical responsibilities of the health care worker are introduced as they relate to the medical office and common office billing practices.

Pharmacy Technician - Diploma

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By completing the Pharmacy Technician program, you can join the ranks of thousands of others and start aiding licensed pharmacists by providing medication and other health care products to patients.

Our program will provide you with strong academic and clinical backgrounds in the areas of pharmacy administration, anatomy and physiology, nutrition, medical terminology and pharmacology.

You will develop strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills needed to interact with patients, co-workers and health care professionals. You will gain strong mathematical and organizational skills needed to manage inventories, count and measure medication and use computers.

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