The Everest College philosophy is to provide quality programs
that are sound in concept, implemented by a competent and
dedicated faculty, and geared to serve those seeking a solid
foundation in knowledge and skills which are required to obtain
employment in their chosen fields. The programs emphasize
hands-on learning, are relevant to employers' needs and focus on
areas that offer strong, long-term employment opportunities.
Everest College is also dedicated to providing vocational and
technical education that meets the current needs of business and
industry. The school will maintain its long-standing reputation
for innovation and high-quality, private vocational education.
The variety of tasks you will learn will allow you to be
challenged by diverse responsibilities in the delivery of dental
care. You will gain knowledge of the basic dental sciences,
proficiency in laboratory and clinical skills, and practical
experience involving specialized skills. You will be trained in
valuable clinical, radiographic and administrative procedures,
leading to career opportunities with dental offices,
dental-supply manufacturers, hospital dental departments and
insurance companies. Additional entry-level positions include
dental receptionists, dental insurance clerks, dental-supply
salespeople and administrative assistants.
Our training program is divided into learning units called
modules. Upon successful completion of the modules, you are
required to participate in a 160-hour externship. This program
provides you with the opportunity to interact with patients and
apply the principles and practices learned in the classroom. You
will obtain hands-on experience in a laboratory setting using
major equipment such as amalgamators, dental units and chairs,
model trimmers, oral evacuation equipment, oxygen tanks, personal
computers, ultrasonic units and X-ray units.
Successful completion of the Dental Assisting program is
acknowledged with a diploma, a Radiation Safety Certificate and
verification of coronal polish completion.
Medical Administrative Assistant - Diploma
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The Medical Administrative Assistant program provides you with
the skills necessary to manage the day-to-day operations of a
medical facility. Office management and technical ability are
vital skills learned in this exciting program. You will receive
education that emphasizes the administrative and business aspects
of overseeing a medical or dental office. The Medical
Administrative Assistant program includes instruction on the
following:
- Basic principles of accounting
- Computer applications
- Medical terminology
- Medical law and ethics
- Communications
- Medical transcription
The administrative, business and communication courses will
provide you with a well-rounded background to meet the needs of
today's ever-changing medical industry. You will gain valuable
skills, enabling you to become a vital link between patient and
doctor.
Strong clinical and administrative skills will provide
innumerable employment opportunities with medical and dental
offices, clinics, long-term health care facilities, insurance
companies, hospitals, and home health agencies. The aging of the
population combined with continued medical advances will
significantly increase health care demand and career
opportunities in this exciting field.
Medical Assisting - Diploma
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The Medical Assisting program is designed to provide graduates
with the necessary skills to obtain an entry-level position as a
Medical assistant in a physician's office, hospital, laboratory
or clinic. The education includes the study of anatomy and
physiology, law and ethics, medical terminology and pharmacology.
Students also study clinical procedures such as vital signs,
sterilization techniques, patient exam preparation, venipuncture,
first aid, minor surgeries, EKG, CPR, injections and medical
office and basic lab procedures.
Massage Therapy - Diploma
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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 Insurance Billing/Coding - Diploma
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In our Medical Insurance Billing/Coding program, you will learn
the basic concepts and procedures to perform the tasks involved
in health insurance as well as insurance claim forms. You will
also gain knowledge of basic coding definitions and how to apply
those codes to medical documentation.
To succeed in this field, you will need to possess a combination
of skills. A thorough knowledge of medical terminology, preparing
and processing of insurance claims, set up and maintenance of
patient records, and proper code selection and application are
all essential tools for this profession. Strong computer and
keyboarding skills are also vital to the effectiveness of these
jobs.
This program offers simulated practice where you manually and
electronically prepare insurance claims. You will practice
interviewing and documenting skills to obtain the necessary
patient information for successfully completing and managing
claims.
Pharmacy Technician - Diploma
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By completing the Pharmacy Technician program, you can join the
ranks of thousands of others and start aiding licensed
pharmacists by providing medication and other health care
products to patients.
Our program will provide you with strong academic and clinical
backgrounds in the areas of pharmacy administration, anatomy and
physiology, nutrition, medical terminology and pharmacology.
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