Keiser Career College offers quality career education in an atmosphere of personalized attention. The curriculum is geared toward entry-level students with no prior background in the subject matter. Keiser Career College programs focus on specialized skills and knowledge needed for today's marketplace and offer courses that apply to skill performance and career management development.

Programs Offered:

Emergency Medical Services (Associate's)
Emergency Medical Technician (Diploma)
Medical Assisting (Associate's)
Medical Billing and Coding (Diploma)
Paramedical Esthetician (Diploma)
Practical Nurse (Diploma)
Professional Clinical Massage Therapy (Diploma)

Emergency Medical Services - Associate's

Emergency Medical Services is an Associate of Science Degree program which encompasses two occupational opportunities, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Paramedic. Most students complete this program in units; starting with the EMT-B Diploma Program, then proceeding to the Paramedic Diploma program, and finally completing the additional general education courses required for the Associates Degree in Emergency Medical Services. In addition, The Associate of Science Degree in Emergency Medical Services program is designed for certified, professionally employed paramedics who want to pursue a degree. A degree will be awarded upon successful completion of the program.

Emergency Medical Technician (Paramedic) - Diploma

The (EMT-B)-Paramedic program provides learning experiences that enable the student to acquire and assimilate the necessary technical competencies to function effectively as a supportive health care provider. This program is designed to prepare the student for a career in the emergency medical services (EMS) field as an emergency medical technician-paramedic in accordance with the Department of Transportation National Standard curriculum. Paramedics are highly trained members of the health-care community who utilize clinical decision making to formulate a field impression in order to provide basic and advanced life support. Paramedics are responsible for bringing life-saving diagnostic and treatment skills to the patient at the scene of an emergency. As the highest level "out-of-hospital" healthcare provider, the paramedic acts as a team leader during an ambulance response to medical emergencies, rescue operations, mass casualty situations and crime scenes. A diploma will be awarded upon successful completion of this program.

Medical Assisting - Associate of Science

This program trains students to become Medical Assistants - multi-skilled people who assist a physician. Students learn to perform duties under the direction of a physician in all areas of medical practice. In addition to learning the clinical aspects of the career, students learn how to function in an administrative capacity in a medical office. This program is designed to train students to function effectively as an integral member of a physician's health care team. Students learn how to perform laboratory tasks including blood chemistry and urinalysis; clinical skills including X-Ray, EKG, patient assisting, vital signs, injections, venipuncture and administration skills.

Medical Billing and Coding - Diploma

This program is intended for those who wish to gain employment in medical billing and health information management in either the public or private sector, including positions in the offices of private physicians, hospitals and medical centers. Students will develop a thorough knowledge of medical terminology, health records management, insurance procedures and billing software, medical coding, as well as skills in business communications and office administration that are vital for success in this growing field. A diploma will be awarded upon successful completion of this program.

Paramedical Esthetician - Diploma

Train for a marketable career as a Paramedical Esthetician, also called an Advanced Medical Skin Care Specialist. Learn skin care techniques used in spas, salons and the medical community-–with plastic surgeons and dermatologists.

Develop skills to protect, heal and beautify the skin and help counteract the aging process.

Students who have met the requirements for a Diploma in Paramedical Esthetician at Keiser Career College may be candidates for the Florida State Registration Certificate as a skin care specialist. High demand is forecast for skin care specialist positions-–a 34% increase is predicted through 2016*

*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition

Practical Nurse - Diploma

Practical Nurses care for the sick, injured, convalescent and disabled under the direction of physicians and registered nurses. Healthcare employment opportunities are available in long term care, home health, hospitals and outpatient settings. Clinical experience is provided at extended care facilities and hospitals. A diploma will be awarded upon successful completion of this program.

Students who have successfully met all educational and institutional requirements for a Diploma in Practical Nurse from Keiser Career College are eligible to have their names submitted to the Florida Board of Nursing to be considered as a candidate for the NCLEX-PN. The Florida Board of Nursing is the state agency authorized to determine if the applicant qualifies to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) for licensure as a Practical Nurse.

Objectives

This program will prepare students for an entry-level position as a Practical Nurse. The program will familiarize the student with the techniques and procedures of basic bedside care. Students will learn how to take vital signs; such as, temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration. In addition, students will observe patients and report adverse reactions to medications or treatments, collect samples for testing, perform routine laboratory tests, feed patients, and record food and fluid intake and output. Experienced practical nurses may supervise nursing assistants and aides.

Professional Clinical Massage Therapy - Diploma

Join the fast-growing field* of massage therapy and a holistic approach to health care with training from Keiser Career College. Learn a specialized form of massage therapy training which broadens the therapeutic value of our students' skills. This includes physiological principles of blood flow, trigger points, nerve compression, postural distortion and imbalances in the musculoskeletal system, as well as Swedish (whole body) massage.

*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition, Massage Therapist.

Career Opportunities For Massage Therapists

• Enjoy the freedom of self-employment in private practice.
• Experience the satisfaction of working with physicians in health care offices specializing in chiropractic, osteopathy, neurology, orthopedic rehabilitation, physical medicine and podiatry.
• Gain the personal rewards as part of a team in health-related facilities such as spas, resorts, health clubs, sports clubs, cruise ships and nursing homes.

Our graduates will receive a Diploma in Massage Therapy and meet the requirements to take the National Certification Exam administered by the National Certification Board for therapeutic Massage and Bodywork or the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB) Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx). We also offer assistance with career placement. Contact us today and begin your career as a "healing arts" professional.

Accreditation

Keiser Career College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology, 2101 Wilson Blvd, Suite 302, Arlington, Virginia 22201. Further information may be obtained by contacting the Commission at (703)247-4212

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