Medical Assisting - Diploma

The objective of the Medical Assisting program is to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to qualify for entry-level positions as medical assistants. Since medical assistants are trained in both administrative and clinical procedures, they are capable of filling a variety of entry-level positions including clinical or administrative assistant, medical receptionist and medical insurance biller. Upon successful completion of the modules, students participate in a 160-clock-hour externship. Students have the option to take the eight-month day program or the ten-month evening program.

Dental Assisting - Diploma

The objective of the Dental Assisting program is to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to qualify for entry-level positions as dental assistants. While it is not a prerequisite to employment as a dental assistant, the importance of becoming a Registered Dental Assistant is emphasized, and students become familiar with the types of practical and written exams they will encounter when they qualify to take the RDA exam. Upon successful completion of the Dental Assisting program, students receive a diploma, a Radiation Safety Certificate and verification of coronal polish completion.

Massage Therapy - Diploma

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.

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 health care 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 Administrative Assistant - Diploma

In this program, students receive education that emphasizes the administrative and business aspects of managing a medical or dental office. With strong administrative skills, graduates can become an integral part of a health care facility. Entry-level positions as receptionists, insurance processors, medical records clerks and medical transcribers are found in medical and dental offices, hospitals, clinics, home health agencies and insurance companies. Upon successful completion of the modules, students participate in a 160-clock-hour externship.

Medical Insurance Billing and Coding - Diploma

Medical billing and its related occupations are among the fastest growing opportunities in the health care industry. Give yourself an advantage as more and more insurance companies, medical offices and clinics look to hire well-trained and experienced professionals.

Medical insurance billing and coding professionals perform a variety of administrative functions within a health care company, this includes: organizing, analyzing and technically evaluating health insurance claim forms and coding diseases, surgeries, medical procedures, and other therapies for billing and collection. The medical billing career field is perfect for the individual who wishes to work behind-the-scenes within a health care facility, rather than directly with patients.

The purpose of this medical billing program is to provide students with the appropriate theory and hands-on learning necessary to prepare them for entry-level positions as medical insurance billers and coders. You will gain knowledge of basic coding definitions and how to apply those codes to medical documentation.