Utah Career College

Go for it! Prepare now for a fulfilling career in health care. Utah Career College offers the following programs:

• Health and Exercise Sciences
• Massage Therapy
• Medical Assistant
• Pharmacy Technician
• Veterinary Technician

With our condensed, short-term training, you can start your new career in less time than you think. Utah Career College can help you prepare now for a rewarding career helping others.

There is a certain fulfillment and satisfaction that comes from helping others. Those in the health care field experience this satisfaction every day. You can too! If you love working with people, if you're an animal lover, if you love helping those who are sick or injured, then a career in health care may be right for you.

At Utah Career College, we provide condensed, short-term, yet comprehensive, in-depth training for careers in health care. That means you can launch your new career--doing what you love to do--as quickly as possible.

Health Fitness Specialist - Bachelor's

The Bachelor of Science degree in Health Fitness Specialist will provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to gain entry-level to intermediate-level employment in the health, wellness and fitness industry. Students will also gain the knowledge necessary to own or manage a small business in the industry, or become successfully self-employed in the industry. Through practical application, lecture and industry experience, students will become proficient in areas such as exercise program design, individual and group fitness, nutrition, sport-specific training, injury prevention, as well as management and marketing in the health and exercise industry.

Graduates will be prepared to work with a variety of clients in multiple settings such as health clubs, wellness centers, recreation departments, equipment and supplement providers, clinics, schools and rehabilitation centers. In addition, students will complete courses in communications, humanities, natural sciences and social sciences, which are designed to develop essential academic skills for enhanced and continued learning.

Health Fitness Specialist - Associate's

If your interests lie in exercising and physical health, our Health Fitness Specialist programs at UCC can train you for a very "active" and rewarding career. Our programs can prepare you for a career that offers a broad range of possibilities, including: recreation, rehabilitation, movement development, athletics, exercise and fitness, as well as sales and marketing of industry-related products and services.

Why choose Utah Career College for your health and exercise sciences training?

UCC offers a wide range of courses and programs in this field. That means you can customize a program that's right for you and reflects your personal interests. We offer training in:

• Fitness Assessment and Training
• Nutritional Assessment
• Body Composition Assessment
• Exercise Prescription
• Exercise Therapy
• Client Education
• Injury Management
• Therapeutic Recreation
• Recreation

Massage Therapy - Diploma or Associate's

In the UCC massage therapy program, you can expect to gain an advanced knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and nutrition. You will receive hands-on training in the latest massage techniques and body therapies. You will learn how to communicate with your patients so you can customize a health plan to fit their needs. You will also learn about health care law and ethics, and the legal issues concerning the practice of massage therapy.

As a licensed massage therapist, you will be qualified to work in a broad range of health care environments, such as chiropractic, massage and treatment facilities; rehabilitation, health and wellness centers, and spas and resorts. Or go into business for yourself!

Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Plus we'll help you explore all your financial options. So take hold of your future. Do something you love and get paid to do it.

Medical Assistant - Diploma or Associate's

As a medical assistant, you'll work side-by-side with doctors and nurses, and interact with patients in this people-oriented field. You will help physicians examine and treat patients, and perform other medical procedures in caring for the patient. As a health care professional who performs both clinical and administrative duties, you will play an integral part in helping the office run smoothly.

Why choose Utah Career College for your Medical Assistant training?

• Certification Success: Our program is geared toward helping you to successfully pass the CMA examination.
  
  
• Externship Placement: We make sure you have the opportunity to apply your new skills in a real clinical environment.
  
  
• Career Placement: Upon graduation, we aggressively help you find your dream job quickly!

Medical Coding and Billing - Diploma

At Utah Career College, we believe in helping students achieve their career goals as efficiently as possible. Imagine this--you can complete a Medical Coding and Billing Diploma program in as little as twelve months and enter one of the fastest-growing career fields in the United States.

The growing demand for trained medical coding and billing specialists is driven by several factors, including federal regulations regarding medical coding and electronic record-keeping, and the growing number of medical procedures and tests scrutinized by insurance providers. Our Medical Program Advisory Committee (PAC), a group of professionals and employers in the Utah health care industry, oversees the program to ensure that our graduates have the necessary skills to handle responsibilities as entry-level medical coders, and that graduates are positioned for advancement in the medical administrative services field.

Veterinary Technician - Associate's

Love animals? Love variety? We can prepare you for an exciting, fast paced career as a veterinary technician. As such, you'll perform both administrative and clinical duties, helping our "furry friends" that can't help themselves. Patient sizes will vary, from 10 gram finches to 100 lb. Rottweilers.

In this career, you'll find there's never a dull moment. Your day could involve assisting with surgeries, educating clients about new pets, washing dogs, giving cats flea dips and assisting a pet hit by a car--all before lunch!

Why choose Utah Career College for your Veterinary Technician training?

Our Veterinary Technology program is condensed to allow you to quickly enter the job market. You'll also receive optimal training, including a veterinary externship, where you'll gain even more knowledge and experience in a real life setting.

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If you are interested in this school and would like to find out more, please Request Information from Utah Career College - Layton.