Harris School of Business

Harris School of Business is a private, post-secondary school that offers students an opportunity to pursue practical career education in the business, legal and allied health fields, with emphasis on administrative office support careers.

All students at Harris School of Business must have a high school diploma or a GED equivalent. Beyond that, Harris School of Business seeks students who have a true desire to apply themselves toward succeeding in their chosen career path. The programs at Harris School of Business are compact and intensive. Through completion of a short-term training program at our institution, students can develop confidence and a foundation for life-long learning through on-the-job training or going on to college for higher education.

Why Choose the Harris School of Business

The Harris School of Business dedicates itself to providing our students with quality post-secondary training so that they may have the necessary skills and knowledge to obtain administrative support positions leading to a successful career in the business and/or professional world.

Our objectives are:

• To offer curriculums which prepare students for successful employment in a modern office environment.
• To maintain the quality of our instructional programs through utilizing qualified instructors and updating the curriculums as needed.
• To motivate our students to grow personally and professionally, while fostering an appreciation for the attitudes and work ethic which are desirable for successful employment.
• To maintain connections with the community so that our training and placement efforts will be attuned to serving the needs of our students and their potential employers.

Massage Therapy - Diploma

With the surge in complementary health care, massage therapy has become one of the fastest growing professions in the wellness industry.

Our mission is to provide quality career education in the art and science of massage therapy, while also teaching sound business practices which will prepare students for success in the marketplace. Potential career opportunities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Working with athletic teams
• Physical therapy
• Hotels
• Day spas
• Corporate wellness programs
• Private practices
• Chiropractic clinics
• Airports
• Beauty salons
• Golf and country clubs
• Orthopedic clinics
• Fitness centers
• Resorts
• Cruise ships
• Hospitals
• Nursing homes

Medical Assistant - Diploma

The Medical Assistant Diploma program is designed to equip the student with no previously related background with basic medical assistant skills (terminology, vital signs venipuncture, First Aid) and specialized skills: EKG, medical lab procedures, office procedures, etc.

Medical assistants help physicians examine and treat patients and perform most of the administrative tasks needed to keep an office running smoothly, as well as care for hospital and nursing home patients.

The expected outcome of the program is to provide the graduate with the ability to obtain an entry-level position as a medical assistant, medical office assistant or hospital assistant.

Health Claims Specialist - Diploma

The Health Claims Specialist program is designed to provide students with the basic foundation of knowledge and skills in preparation for employment as qualified help to insurance and allied health industries. The program includes training and instruction in the fundamental areas of health claims examining and medical billing such as Medical Office Administration, Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Billing Forms and Health Claims Examining.

The expected outcome of this program is to provide the graduate with the ability to obtain and entry level position as a medical biller, billing clerk, medical records clerk, medical secretary, or other various positions in a physician's office and other Health Care facilities, and similar offices related to allied health or insurance industries.

Surgical Technology - Diploma

This program is designed to prepare the student with the necessary knowledge and skills needed to gain employment as a surgical technician. Students will study all aspects within the field of preoperative services, including but not limited to, medical law and ethics, preoperative environments, pharmacology, sterilization, anatomy and physiology, sterile technique OSHA regulations, anesthesia, instrumentation, communication skills, medical terminology and procedures within the medical specialties.

The expected outcome of this program is to provide the graduate with the ability to obtain entry-level employment in a variety of preoperative environments, such as surgical units, endoscopy units, sterile processing, surgi-centers and surgeon's offices.

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