Dental Assistant - Diploma

The objective of the Dental Assistant program is to prepare students with the knowledge, technical skills, and work habits required for entry-level positions in the dental field. This program includes instruction in both the clinical (chairside) and administrative aspects of dental assisting. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be awarded a diploma. Graduates may become Registered Dental Assistants by passing the Registered Dental Assistant examination. Graduates are also eligible to sit for the State Board of Radiology Exam.

Our students will have the opportunity to practice the skills they learned in class during their externship.

• According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Dental Assistants are among the Top 25 fastest growing occupations in the nation, with a projected growth rate of 42% through the year 2008.

Medical Assistant (Clinical/Clerical) - Diploma

The objective of the Medical Assistant Clinical/Clerical program is to prepare students with the knowledge, technical skills, and work habits required for entry-level positions in the healthcare field. This program includes instruction in both the clinical and administrative aspects of medical assisting, anatomy and physiology, and CPR certification. Graduation is acknowledged by awarding a diploma upon completion of the program. Graduates may become Certified Medical Assistants by passing the Certified Medical Assistant Examination.

Our students will have the opportunity to practice the skills they learned in class during their externship.

Career Centers of Texas - Corpus Christi offers students the opportunity to become an RMA (Registered Medical Assistant).

• According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Medical Assistants are among the Top 25 fastest growing occupations in the nation, with a projected growth rate of 58% through the year 2008.

Medical Office Specialist - Diploma

The objective of the Medical Office Specialist program is to prepare students with the knowledge, technical skills and work habits required for entry-level positions in the medical field in a private physician's office, clinic, hospital clerical department or other medical facility. This program includes instruction in computerized medical procedures such as insurance, bookkeeping, word processing and transcription. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be awarded a diploma.

Our students will have the opportunity to practice the skills they learned in class during their externship.

• According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Medical Records Technicians are among the Top 25 fastest growing occupations in the nation, with a projected growth rate of 44% through the year 2008.

Patient Care Technician - Diploma

Patient care technicians play a vital role in the delivery of health care, often having more patient contact than any other team member including doctors and nurses. The patient care technician assists patients with tasks they cannot do for themselves, such as bathing, brushing their teeth and hair, eating, and dressing. Additional responsibilities may include performing range of motion exercises, transferring the patient to and from a wheelchair or bed, and helping the patient move from place to place.

At Career Centers of Texas, our professional instructors have experience in the health care industry and are dedicated to helping you succeed in school and in your future career. You will receive the level of personal attention you need to acquire the knowledge, skills and work habits employers require in today's health care environments. Our training labs are designed to simulate real-world patient care settings, so you can practice your skills and build the confidence you need to pursue your new career as soon as you graduate.

Vocational Nursing - Diploma

You can become an integral part of a health care team as a licensed vocational nurse with an education from the Career Centers of Texas. Reporting directly to a physician or registered nurse, licensed vocational nurses deliver care to patients ranging from infants to senior citizens in a wide variety of clinical settings. Our vocational nursing program can prepare you for entry into this exciting career field. At the Career Centers of Texas, you can gain the practical knowledge and training you need to stand out in today's health care job market. Our programs provide the hands-on experience and medical knowledge that can help you launch a satisfying career as a vocational nurse. Get started today by enrolling at the Career Centers of Texas.