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The Charter College Certificate in Network Technology program seeks to build a body of knowledge and skills to prepare students for careers as computer professionals. Students’ computer networking training begins by establishing primary understanding and skills in computer operations with Windows Server, then exposes students to computer hardware, Microsoft networking, and other networking technology. Specialists in Network Technology install, configure, optimize, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows networks.
The computer networking certificate program covers essential Microsoft programs and servers that are often used by small businesses. This program requires that the student become certified as a Microsoft Certified Professional.
Charter’s Network Security program educates students on computer security, installing security software, monitoring the network for security breaches, responding to cyber attacks, and gathering data and evidence. Graduates will understand how to install, configure, and manage firewall devices, as well as develop security policies and procedures. Training includes Linux, Microsoft, and Novell networking technologies.
This Network Security training program requires that the student obtain Security+, a vendor-neutral industry-recognized certification. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level careers in the field of network security.
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Enroll in Charter College’s Criminal Justice Program and be prepared for a career in law enforcement, probation/parole, corrections, and private security management. The Criminal Justice program can help provide students interested in policing, criminal law, or corrections with an interdisciplinary study of crime and justice in American society. The program's inclusion of interpersonal skills and managerial and administrative subject matter prepares students for positions of responsibility and leadership within the criminal justice community and related professions. Students enrolled in the Criminal Justice program can examine the criminal justice process and its key components, while at the same time learn the skills needed for effective interpersonal communication, administrative decision -making and personnel management. Contemporary issues such as human relations and social conflict, professionalism and ethics, and the injection of technology into crime and its detection are also addressed. The Criminal Justice curriculum can appeal to student professionals who are currently employed and seeking advancement within the criminal justice community, or to working adults pursuing a new career in a criminal justice related field. Graduates of the program may find employment opportunities within public and private policing agencies, corrections, the court system, social services, and in corporate security.
The medical profession is one of the fastest growing fields in the job market. Employment is expected to grow much faster than the average, at 16%, through 2018.* Managers in all settings will be needed to improve quality and efficiency of health care, while controlling costs.
Bachelors of Science Degree in Health Care Administration provides graduates with the skills and competencies needed to function as supervisors and managers in health care settings. This program is designed for health care practitioners who hold an Associates Degree in an allied health field.
* U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-1011 Edition
The Charter College Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management Accounting provides students with the knowledge, technical skills, and work habits required for management accountants in the public, private, or non-profit sectors. With our accounting degree program, you can build a versatile skill-set while managing your current work and family responsibilities. Whether you prefer to learn on campus or want to earn an online accounting degree, we can help you achieve your professional goals.
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The Charter College BS in Business Management and Technology can help prepare students with a superior management degree for today's high-tech economy. Areas of study include: * Effective business skills: Business Communication, Project Management, Information Technology for Managers, and E-Commerce Strategies and Practices * Lawful Employment Management * Accounting Information Systems * Advanced Microsoft Applications * Contract Management * Database Management * Graduates also earn certification as a Microsoft Office Specialist, Master. Armed with a Bachelor's Degree in the latest business, management, and technology skills, graduates are in high demand in today's fast growing job market.
The Computerized Office Specialist program is especially recommended to students seeking rapid computer literacy and operational skills. The program includes skills in mathematics and communications, word processing, computer operations, the use of essential business computer software, payroll reporting, customer service and career development. This program will prepare students for an entry-level position in many business environments.
Typical job titles for Medical Assisting entering the field include the following:
- Clinical Medical Assistant
- Electrocardiogram Technician
- Medical Secretary
- Medical Receptionist
The Medical Assisting program has been designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in a variety of medical settings, such as a physician's office or a medical clinic.
The content of the program provides the student with specialized training in procedures relating to:
- Industry-current medical
- Clinical
- Administrative procedure
Typical job titles for the Dental Assistant graduate entering the field include:
- Chairside Dental Assistant
- Dental X-Ray Technician
- Dental Office Manager The Dental Assistant program has been designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in a variety of dental settings.
The content of the program provides the student with:
- Didactic, laboratory and clinical instruction in chairside assisting procedures
- Infection control
- Treatment procedures commonly performed in a dental office setting
- Basic training in front office procedures
Emphasis is placed on the guidelines required by the California Dental Board of Examiners for a Registered Dental Assistant Program. Upon successful completion of the program, the Clarita graduate will be provided with a Certificate for Coronal Polishing and Dental X-Ray.
Charter’s Network Security program educates students on computer security, installing security software, monitoring the network for security breaches, responding to cyber attacks, and gathering data and evidence. Graduates can understand how to install, configure, and manage firewall devices, as well as develop security policies and procedures. Training includes Linux, Microsoft, and Novell networking technologies.
This Network Security training program requires that the student obtain Security+, a vendor-neutral industry-recognized certification. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level careers in the field of network security.
It includes:
- Install, configure, and manage firewall devices
- Monitor networks
- Respond to cyber attacks
- Gather data and evidence
The Computerized Accounting Specialist program seeks to prepare the student with the knowledge and skills in reporting financial transactions, computerized operations, computerized accounting and computerized business software, customer service and career development. This program can prepare students for an entry—level position in accounting.
As insurers use pharmacies for patient care centers and pharmacists become more involved in patient care, Pharmacy Technicians could see their roles expand and continue to be sought after. Pharmacy Technicians who work in pharmacies have various responsibilities, depending on State rules and regulations. In a hospital setting, technicians have added responsibilities, including preparing sterile solutions and delivering medications to nurses or physicians. You’ll help licensed pharmacists and provide valuable services to customers and patients.
Charter College’s Pharmacy Technician program is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment as an assistant to a licensed pharmacist.
The Charter College Certificate Welding program can help provide education on a combination of welding practices used in industry today. The program provides hands-on cutting, welding, layout, and fitting skills that are presently used and practiced in today's welding workforce.
Welders may work in a wide variety of industries and good job opportunities are expected for skilled welders because some employers are reporting difficulty finding qualified workers.* Welding is used in shipbuilding, automobile manufacturing and repair, aerospace applications, and thousands of other manufacturing activities. Welding also is used to join beams in the construction of buildings, bridges, and other structures and to join pipes in pipelines, power plants, and refineries. The basic skills of welding are the same across industries, so welders can easily shift from one industry to another, depending on where they are needed most.
*US Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition (www.bls.gov)
As the number of efficient and environmentally sound heating and air conditioning solutions continues to grow, so could the demand for residential, commercial and industrial climate control systems technicians. Employment in this profession is expected to grow 28% in the next few years, much faster than average for most other professions.*
HVAC/R Technicians install, maintain and repair essential temperature control equipment found in todays homes and businesses. Whatever the climate, wherever the place, there should be a need for proficient HVAC/R technicians.
Program highlights include:
- System Troubleshooting
- Maintenance Skills
- Environmental Systems
* U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-2011 Edition
The Charter College Certificate in Network Technology program seeks to build a body of knowledge and skills to help prepare students for careers as computer professionals. Students’ computer networking training begins by establishing primary understanding and skills in computer operations with Windows Server, then exposes students to computer hardware, Microsoft networking, and other networking technology. Specialists in Network Technology install, configure, optimize, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows networks.
The computer networking certificate program covers essential Microsoft programs and servers that are often used by small businesses. This program requires that the student become certified as a Microsoft Certified Professional.
Program Training includes:
- Understanding and skills in computer operations with Windows Server
- Microsoft networking and other networking technology
- Install, configure, optimize, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows networks
The paralegal program has been designed to help prepare students for entry-level employment as legal assistants, assisting attorneys in settings such as law offices, firms, or governmental agencies.
One of a paralegals most important tasks is helping lawyers prepare for closings, hearings, trials, and corporate meetings. They identify appropriate laws, judicial decisions, legal articles, and other materials that are relevant to assigned cases. After they analyze and organize the information, paralegals may prepare written reports that attorneys use in determining how cases should be handled. paralegals also organize and track files of all important case documents and make them available and easily accessible to attorneys.
The Computerized Office Specialist program is especially recommended to students seeking rapid computer literacy and operational skills. The program includes skills in mathematics and communications, word processing, computer operations, the use of essential business computer software, payroll reporting, customer service and career development. This program can help prepare students for an entry-level position in many business environments.
The Computerized Accounting Specialist program seeks to prepare the student with the knowledge and skills in reporting financial transactions, computerized operations, computerized accounting and computerized business software, customer service and career development. This program can prepare students for an entry—level position in accounting.
Typical job titles for Medical Assisting entering the field include the following:
- Clinical Medical Assistant
- Electrocardiogram Technician
- Medical Secretary
- Medical Receptionist
The Medical Assisting program has been designed to help prepare students for entry-level employment in a variety of medical settings, such as a physician's office or a medical clinic.
The content of the program provides the student with specialized training in procedures relating to:
- Industry-current medical
- Clinical
- Administrative procedure
Typical job titles for Vocational Nursing entering the field include the following:
- Staff Nurse
- Industrial Nurse
- Private Nurse
- Practical Nurse
- General Nurse
The Vocational Nursing program has been designed to help prepare with nursing skills for direct patient care. Training in the following areas:
- Patient care
- Nursing skills
- Medical-surgical
Specialty nursing:
- Family nursing/obstetric
- Pediatrics
- Mental health
- Home health
- Hospice
- Rehabilitation
The program is designed to provide the student with the fundamentals of nursing. The program emphasizes theory, as well as hands-on practice. Graduates of this program should be qualified for the entry level position as a vocational nurse, functioning as part of the interdisciplinary health care team in selected health care settings with individuals, families, and communities across the life span. Employment in this field requires a license and the Vocational Nursing program can prepare you for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical/Vocational Nurses (NCLEX-PN Examination).
Charter’s Network Security program educates students on computer security, installing security software, monitoring the network for security breaches, responding to cyber attacks, and gathering data and evidence. Graduates can understand how to install, configure, and manage firewall devices, as well as develop security policies and procedures. Training includes Linux, Microsoft, and Novell networking technologies.
This Network Security training program requires that the student obtain Security+, a vendor-neutral industry-recognized certification. Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level careers in the field of network security.
It includes:
- Install, configure, and manage firewall devices
- Monitor networks
- Respond to cyber attacks
- Gather data and evidence
Typical job titles for Paralegal/Legal Assistants entering the field include the following:
- Legal Assistant
- Paralegal
- Legal Researcher
- Litigation Assistant
The Paralegal/Legal Assistant program has been designed to help prepare students for entry-level employment as legal assistants, assisting attorneys in settings such as law offices, firms, or governmental agencies.
The content of the program can help provide the student with specialized training in legal research and writing and exploration of legal issues, including:
- Family Law
- Criminal Law
- Real estate Law
- Business Law
As the number of efficient and environmentally sound heating and air conditioning solutions continues to grow, so could the demand for residential, commercial and industrial climate control systems technicians. Employment in this profession is expected to grow 28% in the next few years, much faster than average for most other professions.*
HVAC/R Technicians install, maintain and repair essential temperature control equipment found in todays homes and businesses. Whatever the climate, wherever the place, there should be a need for proficient HVAC/R technicians.
Program highlights include:
- System Troubleshooting
- Maintenance Skills
- Environmental Systems
* U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-2011 Edition
Typical job titles for the Dental Assistant graduate entering the field include:
- Chairside Dental Assistant
- Dental X-Ray Technician
- Dental Office Manager
The Dental Assistant program has been designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in a variety of dental settings.
The content of the program provides the student with:
- Didactic, laboratory and clinical instruction in chairside assisting procedures
- Infection control
- Treatment procedures commonly performed in a dental office setting
- Basic training in front office procedures
Emphasis is placed on the guidelines required by the California Dental Board of Examiners for a Registered Dental Assistant Program. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate can be provided with a Certificate for Coronal Polishing and Dental X-Ray.
The U.S. Department of Labor reports that many of the occupations projected to grow the fastest in the economy are concentrated in the health care industry.* Ten of the twenty fastest growing occupations are related to health care.
Charter College’s Medical Office Administrative Assistant is designed to help prepare you to seek entry-level employment in a medical front office, hospital office setting or medical insurance company.
Typical jobs for a Medical Office Administrative Assistant may include:
• Medical Secretary
• Medical Insurance Biller and Coder
• Medical Receptionist
The content of this program can help provide students with specialized training in industry-current medical administrative procedures.
* U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook,
2010-1011 Edition
Typical job titles for Massage Therapists entering the field include the following:
- Massage Therapist
- Masseuse
The Massage Therapy program has been designed to help prepare students for entry-level employment as a massage therapist and/or to enter private practice.
Employment opportunities include positions in:
- Massage offices and private practice
- Physicians' offices
- Hospitals and medical centers
- Chiropractic offices
- Nursing facilities
- Outpatient clinics
- Health clubs and fitness centers
- Spas and resorts, hotels
- Cruise ships
- Beauty and hair salons
- Pain management centers
- Sports team facilities
- Individual private practices
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computerized Accounting can help prepare you for a career in accounting - Areas of study includes: Preparation and Interpretation of Financial Reports, Business and Financial Software such as QuickBooks and Peachtree, Business Law and Communication. Attain Microsoft Office Specialist Certification in Both Word and Excel.
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer Science Concentration in Networking Technology - Areas of study include: Linux operating system Introduction, Microsoft Windows 2003 Server, Cisco Academy Semester 1, Wireless Technology Introduction, Novell Netware 6 eDirectory Administration, Computer Programming using Visual Basic, Configure, Troubleshoot, and Maintain Microsoft Windows 2000/XP.
The Associate of Applied Science in Computer Science: Concentration in Business Applications program is designed for students who are interested in taking courses in business and computer science. These courses in computer science can help prepare students to seek careers in receiving, processing, delivering, and storing information that is vital in both the short-term and the long-term operation and decision-making of virtually all businesses and governmental, social, and professional agencies and enterprises. This program requires that the student achieve the following industry certifications: (1) Microsoft Certified Application Specialist: Word; (2) Microsoft Certified Application Specialist: Excel.
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer Science Concentration in Network Security - Areas of study include: Security+ Network Security Fundamentals, Computer Forensics and Investigations, Check Point Security Administration, Hardening Infrastructure, Network Defense and Countermeasures. Attain the CompTIA Security+ Certification and Microsoft Office Specialist certification in both Word and Excel.
Do you have an interest in business and a desire to lead? This Associates Degree program can help teach you on how to hire and support personnel, comply with complex business laws and review financial data. Graduates can also earn certification as a Microsoft Office Specialist.
Charter College's Associates of Applied Science in Business Management Practice program strives to help students get a comprehensive overview of strategies and techniques for managing or owning a business from personnel management to financial applications and even the basics of business law.
The Medical Assistant program of study is designed to help provide students with the knowledge, technical skills, and work habits required for entry-level positions as Medical Assistants. The computer technology and word processing facets of the curriculum enhance the students' potential for placement, and the medical office administration orientation of the second portion of the program makes graduates more valuable in the fast-paced health care offices of today and the future. This program is broken into two phases, the first phase being the Certificate in Medical Assistant program, and the second phase being the medical office administration courses. Prior to advancing to the medical office administration courses, students must complete the Certificate in Medical Assistant program. This program offers courses such as: Record Management and Ethics Patient Care Concepts Minor Office Surgery Office Emergencies and Cardiac Care. You'll study computer applications and office management, as well as, career development and other medical courses. Our graduates seek exciting career opportunities such as: Clinical or Administrative Assistant, Medical Receptionist, Medical Assistant, Medical Office Assistant.
As insurers use pharmacies for patient care centers and pharmacists become more involved in patient care, Pharmacy Technicians could see their roles expand and continue to be sought after. Pharmacy Technicians who work in pharmacies have various responsibilities, depending on State rules and regulations. In a hospital setting, technicians have added responsibilities, including preparing sterile solutions and delivering medications to nurses or physicians. You’ll help licensed pharmacists and provide valuable services to customers and patients.
Charter College’s Pharmacy Technician program is designed to help prepare students for entry-level employment as an assistant to a licensed pharmacist.
Charter College's Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Technology can help provide a comprehensive education in modern medical practice. Students can learn the legal and practical requirements for accurate medical records and the significance of coding and billing. The program teaches skills needed to accurately identify a specific exam, diagnoses and/or therapy and the means accurately maintain electronic health records.
You can prepare yourself for career as a paralegal.
While lawyers assume ultimate responsibility for legal work, they often delegate many of their tasks to paralegals. In fact, paralegals are continuing to assume a growing range of tasks in legal offices. Employment of paralegals and legal assistants is projected to grow 28% through 2018.*
One of a paralegals most important tasks is helping lawyers prepare for closings, hearings, trials, and corporate meetings. They identify appropriate laws, judicial decisions, legal articles, and other materials that are relevant to assigned cases. After they analyze and organize the information, paralegals may prepare written reports that attorneys use in determining how cases should be handled. They also organize and track files of all important case documents and make them available and easily accessible to attorneys.
* U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-2011 Edition
Enroll in Charter College’s Criminal Justice Program and be prepared for a career in law enforcement, probation/parole, corrections, and private security management. The Criminal Justice program can provide students interested in policing, criminal law, or corrections with an interdisciplinary study of crime and justice in American society. The program's inclusion of interpersonal skills and managerial and administrative subject matter prepares students for positions of responsibility and leadership within the criminal justice community and related professions. Students enrolled in the Criminal Justice program can examine the criminal justice process and its key components, while at the same time learn the skills needed for effective interpersonal communication, administrative decision -making and personnel management. Contemporary issues such as human relations and social conflict, professionalism and ethics, and the injection of technology into crime and its detection are also addressed. The Criminal Justice curriculum can appeal to student professionals who are currently employed and seeking advancement within the criminal justice community, or to working adults pursuing a new career in a criminal justice related field. Graduates of the program may find employment opportunities within public and private policing agencies, corrections, the court system, social services, and in corporate security.
