Healthcare Schools - Programs and Training
With an ever increasing need for health care providers, there has never been a better time to choose a health care career. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, health care support occupations, not including doctors and nurses, provide over 3.7 million jobs in the United States. Here's a spotlight on a few:
Health Care: Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapists provide a critical service to those who have lost the ability to do certain things for themselves. They help clients improve basic motor skills, among other things, so that they can go on to lead an independent and productive life. Below are some other highlights about the career.- A master's degree, or higher, is the typical minimum requirement
- Employment of occupational therapists is expected to increase by 26 percent between 2008 and 2018.
- Median annual wage was $66,780 in 2008.
Health Care: Dental Assisting
Dental assistants work along side a dentist and do a wide range of duties. A 36 percent increase in employment is expected in this profession over the next eight years.- Many assistants learn their skills on the job or are trained in dental-assisting programs
- Most dental assisting programs take one year or less to complete
- Median annual wage in 2008 was $32,380
Health Care: Medical Transcription
A career as a medical transcriptionist entails listening to dictated recordings made by physicians or other health care professionals and transcribing them for use in health records.- Job growth is projected to increase by 11 percent by 2018
- Post-secondary training or certification improves competitiveness for job openings
- Many medical transcriptionists telecommute from home-based offices.
- Median hourly wage (2008) was $15.41
Healthcare School Specialities
Herzing University - Birmingham
Take control of your career at Herzing College in Birmingham, Alabama.
Programs Offered:
Programs Offered:
- BS in Health Care Management
- AS in Medical Assisting
Remington College - Mobile
You can enhance your career potential quickly with Remington College. As a student, you will have access to a team of career placement professionals who will help you market your expanded skill set to potential employers. Attend one of 20 conveniently located campuses and learn from dedicated instructors who have a wealth of real-world experience. Enjoy small classes focused on your individual needs.
Programs Offered:
Programs Offered:
- Diploma in Medical Assisting
Strayer University - Birmingham
Earn a degree that fits your life at Strayer University.
Programs Offered:
Programs Offered:
- MBA: Health Services Administration
University of Phoenix - Birmingham Campus
University of Phoenix makes higher education highly accessible.
Programs Offered:
Programs Offered:
- BS in Health Administration/Long Term Care
- BS in Health Administration - Emergency Management
- BS in Health Administration - Health Management
Tri-State Institute - Birmingham
Develop the skills you need to launch a rewarding career at Tri-State Institute.
Programs Offered:
Programs Offered:
- Medical Assisting Specialist
- Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
Fortis College - Dothan
Get the skills and training you need for a great career at Fortis College.
* Programs vary by location
* Please contact each individual campus for accreditation information
* Fortis College - Indianapolis advertising code is AC-0163.
Programs Offered:
Programs Offered:
- HVAC
- Medical Assistant
Fortis College - Foley
Get the skills and training you need for a great career at Fortis College.
* Programs vary by location
* Please contact each individual campus for accreditation information
* Fortis College - Indianapolis advertising code is AC-0163.
Programs Offered:
Programs Offered:
- Medical Assistant
Fortis College - Mobile
Get the skills and training you need for a great career at Fortis College.
* Programs vary by location
* Please contact each individual campus for accreditation information
* Fortis College - Indianapolis advertising code is AC-0163.
Programs Offered:
Programs Offered:
- Massage Therapy
- Medical Assistant
Fortis College - Montgomery
Get the skills and training you need for a great career at Fortis College.
* Programs vary by location
* Please contact each individual campus for accreditation information
* Fortis College - Indianapolis advertising code is AC-0163.
Programs Offered:
Programs Offered:
- HVAC
- Medical Assistant
Charter College - Anchorage
Get the technical skills you need to reach the next level of career success at Charter College.
Programs Offered:
Programs Offered:
- Medical Assistant
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