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Everest College - Merrionette Park
11560 South Kedzie Ave.
Merrionette Park, IL 60803

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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

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Dental Assisting - Diploma

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The variety of tasks you will learn will allow you to be challenged by diverse responsibilities in the delivery of dental care. You will gain knowledge of the basic dental sciences, proficiency in laboratory and clinical skills, and practical experience involving specialized skills. 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.

Our training program is divided into learning units called modules. Upon successful completion of the modules, you are required to participate in a 160-hour externship. This program provides you with the opportunity to interact with patients and apply the principles and practices learned in the classroom. 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.

Successful completion of the Dental Assisting program is acknowledged with a diploma, a Radiation Safety Certificate and verification of coronal polish completion.

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 health care settings. You will gain in-depth educational skills that increase your knowledge and develop specialized techniques of massage.

Medical Assisting - Diploma

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The Medical Assisting program is designed to provide graduates with the necessary skills to obtain an entry-level position as a Medical assistant in a physician's office, hospital, laboratory or clinic. The education includes the study of anatomy and physiology, law and ethics, medical terminology and pharmacology. Students also study clinical procedures such as vital signs, sterilization techniques, patient exam preparation, venipuncture, first aid, minor surgeries, EKG, CPR, injections and medical office and basic lab procedures.

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Medical Insurance Billing/Coding - Diploma

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In our Medical Insurance Billing/Coding program, 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.

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.

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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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