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Tech Prep Medical Assisting
The Medical Assistant (MDCA) program offers three certificate plans and an Associate of Applied Science Degree that share a common technical core of courses that apply to each curriculum plan. Adminstrative certificate prepares the graduate to perform appointment scheduling, create and maintain records, medical transcriptions, filing of medical insurance and billing. Clinical Certificate prepares the graduate to perform patient-centered assessment, assist in the examination of patients, perform treatments directed by the physician and perform common laboratory procedures. Coding Certificate prepares the graduate to perform advanced coding techniques; data collection; documentation requirements in the health information environment; classification systems and appropriate codes; and to understand the federal regulation perspective payment systems and methods of reimbursement.

Computer Drafting & Design Technology
The Associate in Applied Science degree prepares students to utilize computer graphics equipment and hand drafting tool to produce drawings and solve problems in mechanical, electronic, structural, civil, piping and architectural drafting; learn principles of computer-aided drafting on various types of industry-quality graphics systems and basic principles of design as applied to printed circuit board production, electromechanical packaging, structural steel construction, architectural and civil engineering and other areas.

Computer Electronics Technology
The computer electronics technology department offers an Associate in Applied Science degree with specializations in Computer Technology, Telecommunications, Computer Networking Technology, and Biomedical Electronics Technology. One-year certificate in Computer Maintenance is also available for those who desire to prepare themselves for immediate entry into the workforce.

Computer Information Systems
The Computer Information Systems program offers an Associate in Applied Science degree, with specializations in Networking Technology, Business Applications or Media and Web Technology. The Computer Information System discipline also offers three certificates: Computer Information Systems – Basic Skills Certificate (1 semester), Business Applications Specialist (3 semesters), and Computer Information Systems – Personal Computer Support Specialist(1 year) for those who desire to prepare themselves for immediate entry into the workforce.

Applied Accounting
The two-year program in applied accounting is designed to prepare students interested in pursuing careers as bookkeepers, junior accountants in business, industry, and government; accounts receivable or accounts payable clerks; and other similar accounting positions.

Banking & Finance
This program is designed to train and produce capable management trainees in the banking and finance industry. The curriculum is designed to give the graduate a broad knowledge of banking training, principles of bank operations, money and banking, installment credit, home mortgage lending, marketing for bankers, credit administration and bank management.

Import-Export Management
The Import-Export Management Program is designed to train capable entry-level personnel in import-export operations. It is designed to give the students a basic knowledge of foreign trade definitions, payment terms and financing, commercial terms in foreign languages, understanding drafts and letters of credit, government foreign trade controls, export shipping documents, export invoices and packing lists, export traffic procedures, insurance, calculating prices, and customs procedures, and documentation activities related to the total operation in import/export management.

Office Systems Technology
The student will be awarded an Associate in Applied Science Degree or a certificate in Office Technology upon completion of course requirements. The Associate in Applied Science Degree Program is designed to assist students seeking employment in the clerical/secretarial areas. Included in the curriculum are technical courses to prepare the student with necessary skills for occupational competence and employment.

Management
The Management program is designed to assist students seeking responsible positions to develop managerial skills. Included in these courses is the internship (on-the-job) training program.

Management – Real Estate
This program is designed to train and produce capable management trainees in real estate operations and to develop the fundamental skills, knowledge, attitudes, and experiences which enable the student to function in real estate decision-making positions. The curriculum is designed to give the graduate a basic knowledge of fundamentals of real estate, law, finance, appraisal, practice, brokerage, property management, tax investments, economics, application, listing, land development, and other activities related to the total operation in real estate.

Diesel Engine Mechanics & Repair
This program offers two levels of study: A two-year Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Diesel Technology and (2) one-year certificates. The Diesel Technology curriculum is designed to prepare our students for entry level employment in the heavy truck industry.

Automotive-Collision Technology
The Automotive-Collision Repair Technology program offers a one-year certificate in Basic Auto Collision and paint. The curriculum is designed to prepare the student for entry level employment with competencies in Basic Metal Repair, Welding, Structural Analysis and the use of the frame straightening machine.

Automotive Technology
The Automotive Technology program offers two certificates in automotive technology, the one-year Basic Engine Service Technician Certificate and the two-year Automotive Technician Certificate. The advanced phase of study provides training in various areas of specialization, including electronic fuel injection, engine performance, electrical and electronic tuning and troubleshooting.

Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration
The two-year Commercial Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Program provides entry level competencies in the service and repair of commercial units. Domestic and residential air-conditioning and refrigeration competencies are incorporated during the first year of training. The student has the option of exiting after one year of training or following sequence of courses which will provide competencies in both fields.

Welding
Welding is a one-year program that provides students with a working knowledge in the field. The course is intended for beginners in the welding field as well as for students who have received previous training and want to improve their skills and knowledge of the trade.

Criminal Justice
The Associate in Applied Science program in Criminal Justice is designed to meet the needs of persons seeking entry level employment with or promotion within public or private agencies which maintain public safety, prevent crime, apprehend or rehabilitate criminals and insure social welfare.

Child Development
The Child Development curriculum is designed to train people as assistants, teachers, or directors in early childhood programs. Committed to the idea that quality care makes a positive difference in the lives of children and their families, the program responds to the demand for quality child care staff. The curricula address CDA competencies as well as criteria for quality early childhood programs developed by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

   
 

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