Kaplan Career Institute

Pharmacy technicians help licensed pharmacists provide medication and other health care products to patients. Their specific duties may include counting tablets, labeling bottles, and a variety of other duties that vary according to state rules and regulations. As a pharmacy technician you could work directly under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, preparing prescription medications for distribution to patients. You may be responsible for obtaining refill authorizations, transcribing doctors' orders, and processing insurance claims. Other daily activities may include assisting with quality management and security measures, maintaining patient profiles in a computerized database, and monitoring, ordering, and stocking inventory.

The objective of the Computer Numerical Control Technology program is to prepare students for an entry-level position in computer numerical control manufacturing, mold making, die making or general machinist positions. Educational emphasis is placed on use of precision measuring tools, mathematics related to manufacturing, print reading as used in industry, computer numerical control turning, computer numerical control milling, and setup and operation of lathes and milling machines. Skill development and practical applications are stressed during the entire study program. Graduates will be qualified to work as a Computer Numerical Control Machinist or a General Machinist, or in positions related to quality control of machined products.

The objective of the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) program is to provide students with the electrical and mechanical knowledge and performance skills required of entry-level technicians to install, adjust, troubleshoot, maintain and repair residential and commercial heating and air conditioning equipment for proper operation and efficiency. The program teaches fundamentals of refrigeration and principles of electricity, heating, air conditioning, humidifying and air cleaning, residential heat pumps, heat load calculations and duct sizing.

The Electrical Technician program is to prepare students for an entry-level position as a electrical technician. This program provides instruction in the basic fundamentals of electricity and its practical applications; instructs students in direct-current and alternating-current circuitry; and provides instruction on the National Electrical Code and its application to safe electrical installations. Graduates of the program may utilize their skills to find entry-level employment as electrical technicians in various companies to include: building construction and design, general building construction, commercial and residential construction, construction equipment and supplies, hobby and model construction supplies, lake and pond maintenance, paving contractors and construction, and swimming pool contractors.

The objective of the Medical Office Specialist program is to prepare students for work in the front office of a doctor's office, medical clinic or other healthcare facility. Employment can be found as a receptionist in a hospital or physician's office, transcriptionist, insurance specialist or billing and coding specialist. The main skills students will learn include communication skills - both written and spoken - telephone skills, scheduling, electronic dictation and word processing, health information management, patient and insurance billing, patient records management and general office administration.

A Computer Support Technician Diploma could help you gain the knowledge and skills you need to search for entry-level employment in the computer support field. Through group discussions, lectures, and hands-on experience, you can learn about computer programs, hardware and software, and network systems. Don't miss your chance to develop the skills that could help you stand out in the job market.

Medical billing is vital to the smooth functioning of the medical office. Medical billers calculate the total amount due from a patient, prepare invoices to be sent out, and follow up to ensure that payment has been received. Medical Coding involves recording designated codes in patients' medical records. The curriculum includes classroom lectures and lab training in: health insurance including paperwork, legal issues, and insurance fraud and abuse; dental claims; general office procedures, including use of office machines, keyboarding and computer applications; and medical coding and terminology. Upon graduation, you will be able to seek entry-level employment in doctors' offices, clinics, hospitals, home health care services, nursing and residential care facilities, and insurance companies.

The objective of our medical assistant program is to provide the knowledge, technical skills, and work habits required for entry-level positions as a medical assistant. The curriculum includes computer technology and word processing to make you more marketable to employers. Prior to graduation, you will be required to complete an externship program at a local clinic, physician's office, hospital, health maintenance organization (HMO), or other allied health facility where you may also find job opportunities. This program offers a curriculum that can train you in the basic fundamentals to help you find entry-level employment in this growing field. Graduates of the program may seek entry-level positions in urgent care centers, outpatient surgical centers, and physicians' offices.

The Dental Assistant program prepares students for entry-level positions as dental assistants in dental offices, clinics or lab environments, with the skills needed for advancement in the dental field, depending upon the student's goals. The program teaches students how to assist a dentist and perform tray setups. Students have the opportunity to learn about patient care techniques, infection control and sterilization, medical emergencies, taking dental x-rays, making dental impressions, various dental instruments, oral evacuation, fixed prosthodontics, pharmacology and pain control and preventive dentistry. Students may take the individual courses separately.

Our criminal justice programs could prepare you for a professional position in the public or private sectors of law enforcement, corrections, or security. Upon successful completion of the program, you may seek future entry-level employment opportunities in local law enforcement, court system personnel, private security, federal or state government. Further academy training may be required. Additional police academy training may be required for law enforcement jobs.

Occupational therapy is a challenging career field that can be extremely rewarding. If you would enjoy helping people overcome mental, physical, developmental, or emotional obstacles, you should consider a career as an occupational therapy assistant. Due to growth in the number of individuals with disabilities or limited function who require therapy services, employment for certified occupational therapy assistants is expected to increase much faster than the average for all occupations through 2014.* In the Occupational Therapy Assistant program you will have the opportunity to learn how to help people with varying levels of disability to develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills.

Are you looking to pursue a career in a growing field that allows you to assist others in need? Our health and medical programs offer in-depth training to help prepare you for entry into the exciting field of health care. Through group discussions, lectures, and hands-on laboratory experience, our programs could start you on your way to a rewarding career.

The Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal Studies offers a level of training that provides you with a solid foundation in paralegal studies and a liberal arts knowledge base. Comprehensive study in areas such as legal research, civil litigation, contracts, and criminal law prepares the student for diverse career opportunities. Upon graduation, you can confidently apply for entry-level employment as a paralegal in legal environments including private law firms, corporations, and governmental agencies. However, paralegals are not lawyers and cannot practice law or give legal advice to consumers.

The objective of this program is to provide the student with an in-depth knowledge of criminal justice with emphasis in the areas of corrections, probation and parole, juvenile delinquency, criminal behavior, crime and loss prevention, corporate security, and law enforcement. An ASB Degree is awarded on completion. Additional police academy training may be required for law enforcement jobs.

At Kaplan College, we could help you become a productive member of a business office. Through this program, you could acquire the necessary skills to become a network operations analyst, network systems support, network technician, or similar position. Enroll today to work on gaining experience that could help you stand out from the crowd. This is your opportunity to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully seek a career in the technology field. Our program can teach you how to install and maintain computer networks, troubleshoot hardware and software problems, manage databases, develop Web pages, and provide increased network security.

Are you looking to pursue a career in a growing field that allows you to assist others in need? Our health and medical programs offer in-depth training to help prepare you for entry into the exciting field of health care. Through group discussions, lectures, and hands-on laboratory experience, our programs could start you on your way to a rewarding career.

This program, with an emphasis in either Marketing or Management, prepares students to succeed in the global business environment. Today's employers expect prospective employees to have a well-rounded education, including computer technology and practical business experience. Students completing this program can seek careers in marketing, advertising, office management, business administration, and finance.

The Accounting Management curriculum is designed to provide an in-depth study of accounting and accounting applications. Students explore the growing use of computers and data processing in modern business with particular emphasis on the accounting field. Students also will study various related business subjects. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions in such area as business, accounting, insurance, finance and real estate. Graduation is acknowledged by awarding an Associate in Specialized Business degree upon satisfactory completion of the program.

Upon graduation, you can confidently apply for entry-level employment as a paralegal and pursue a rewarding career. The General Practice Paralegal Certificate program prepares you with the knowledge, practical skills, and work habits required for a wide variety of entry-level paralegal positions. Courses stress understanding fundamental legal terminology and concepts and developing basic skills that will enable graduates to make effective use of the training. This program can enable you to pursue occupational advancement or seek employment in legal environments, including private law firms, corporations, and governmental agencies.