At Everest, you're here because you want to be. You're here for
career education and to get on with your life. It's a decision
that deserves respect. Employers hire Everest graduates because
they recognize the quality of education we provide. They
understand that our graduates have the kind of career education
it takes to succeed in their chosen profession.
The Brandon campus is located off Dr. Martin Luther King Dr. Jr.
Blvd E (between Highway 301 and SR-93A). The 49,000 square-foot
building houses 22 classrooms, two medical labs, a surgical tech
lab, a massage therapy lab and five computer labs. In addition,
there is a learning resource center with Internet access to a
variety of online educational resource services, and sufficient
hard-bound research and subject specific publications to meet the
specific needs of the students.
Diploma in Massage Therapy
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This program provides you with the foundation, skills, knowledge
and education needed to start a practice or seek employment as a
massage therapist. We want to train people to excel as health
care professionals in the expanding market of massage and
bodywork. This program includes an entry-level curriculum in the
area of soft tissue dysfunction and massage therapy. A balance of
academic knowledge, technical expertise, clinical skills and
manual dexterity can provide you with a competitive advantage in
this ever-changing field.
The Massage Therapy program provides you with a solid base of
knowledge through instruction and hands-on learning. You will
learn how to properly assess and document massage sessions, as
well as communicate effectively with insurance professionals
through medical terminology, pharmacology and documentation
classes. Additional courses include medical law and ethics,
adjunctive therapy and business management, providing a
well-rounded educational experience.
Associate of Science in Medical Assisting
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The Medical Assisting program is designed to bridge the gap
between the traditional nurse in the physician's office and the
medical secretary. The degree prepares graduates to be
entry-level paraprofessionals in medical offices, clinics and
associated medical facilities. In addition to basic diagnostic
and laboratory procedures, students learn current medical
technology, medical codes and other skills necessary to excel in
the health care industry.
Upon completion of an Associate in Science degree in Medical
Assisting, students will have taken a variety of courses related
to the health care field. Courses include Anatomy and Physiology,
Clinical Assisting, Pharmacology and X-ray Procedures. To ensure
a complete background of the medical field, the Medical Assisting
program covers medical insurance billing, medical transcription
and business management as it relates to health care.
Associate of Science in Medical Insurance Billing/Coding
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Our Medical Insurance Billing/Coding program is designed to
prepare students for positions as medical insurance billers in
today's health care offices, clinics and facilities. Students
learn diagnostic and procedural terminology as it relates to the
accurate completion of medical insurance claims. A combination of
skills will prepare students for the ever-changing field of
insurance billing. Students learn not only coding procedures, but
also the proper management and execution of various medical
insurance plans and programs.
They will practice interviewing and documentation skills,
demonstrating the proper methods of obtaining patient information
necessary for successful claims management. In simulated
practice, students will prepare insurance claims manually and by
computer. The legal and ethical responsibilities of the health
care worker are introduced as they relate to the medical office
and common office billing practices.
Associate of Science in Pharmacy Technician
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Graduates from this program will become active participants in
this growing field by exhibiting competence through knowledge and
skills learned through the college. The Pharmacy Technician
program prepares the student with both administrative and
clinical skills for a position in retail, hospital, clinic and
home IV facilities.
Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology
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The Associate's in Radiologic Technology is designed to provide
students with the broad academic and clinical background needed
to work in the field of radiology.
The focus of this program is to give students skills in
radiography, including hands-on learning in the following:
- Fluoroscopy regulations
- Equipment
- X-ray intensification
- Image recording
- Digital fluoroscopy
- 3-dimensional and radiological anatomy
Associate of Science in Surgical Technologist
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Career opportunities for the surgical technologist are projected
to increase as the number of surgical procedures for a growing
and aging population escalates. Learn the skills to assist with
surgical operations under the supervision of surgeons, registered
nurses and other surgical personnel. Become a valuable member of
an operating-room team by performing tasks vital to a successful
surgery.
You will be responsible for essential duties before, during and
after surgical procedures. Tasks include the preparation of
operating room and patients, organization and maintenance of
instruments and equipment, cleaning of operating room and
replenishment of supplies.
The surgical technologist program provides education in the areas
of: Proper aseptic techniques for preventing and controlling
infection.
- Recognition of basic instrument sets (major, minor and
plastic).
- Ability to position patients with confidence and ease.
- Knowledge of the general makeup of the mayo tray and back
table.
- Ability to function effectively as a member of a surgical
team.
Additional education includes: anatomy, physiology, pharmacology,
professional ethics, medical terminology and CPR certification.
Prior to graduation, students will also get experience in an
operating room, working under the supervision of a nurse or
operating room technician.
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