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The Associate of Arts in Health Care Administration focuses on health care organizations, the roles of health care workers, public policy, information technology, financial management, and regulatory and ethical issues of health care. In this degree program, students will examine current strengths, weaknesses and challenges of the U.S. health care system.

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The Health Care Administration concentration with an emphasis on Medical Records lays a foundation for further study in health care at the bachelor's degree level at University of Phoenix. Topics focus on medical terminology related to disease diagnosis and treatment, patient information management and medical claims processing. Software instruction synthesizes a variety of records processes common in medical facilities.

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The Associate of Arts degree program with a concentration in Criminal Justice focuses on policing practices, corrections, the criminal court system and juvenile justice. Students take a comprehensive look at these topics through interactive assignments that not only develop their critical-thinking skills, but also enable them to recognize the functions of the criminal justice professions within their communities.

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The Associate of Arts in Elementary Education degree program addresses major topics that impact instruction—such as the historical and philosophical contexts of contemporary education, diversity in the classroom and the exceptional learner. Students are required to apply writing and problem-solving skills to evaluate topics covered through written assignments, discussion and debate. Where available, this program prepares students for transition into the Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education at University of Phoenix.

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Earn your Associate of Arts in Business degree from Ashford University. Prepare yourself for entry–level work in the field of business, and be on a path to a better future. You'll find this 67–credit online program is a perfect foundation for the business world. Courses are taken one at a time for 5 weeks and focus on topics such as communications, management, marketing, and computer literacy. Upon completion of your Associate degree at Ashford, you have the ability to transfer your credits toward any of the Bachelor's degree programs at Ashford.

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Launch your education when you earn your Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education from Ashford University. Take the first steps toward qualifying for high-demand jobs in daycare, preschool, and elementary schools. You'll find your courses in this 67–credit online program, taken one at a time for five weeks each, focus on important topics in early childhood, such as: development, learning assessment, special learners, and instructional strategy. Upon completion of your Associate's degree at Ashford, you can transfer your credits toward any of Ashford's many Bachelor's degree programs.

Successful completion of the Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education program does not lead to certification or licensure. Completing the Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education by itself will not qualify a student for certification or licensure in any state. It is the student's responsibility to determine individual state licensure requirements for teacher certification or licensure. Please refer to the Education Resource Organizations Directory (EROD) for individual state requirements for teacher certification or licensure. Please be advised that states change their policies from time to time and students are advised to check with their state regulatory agencies' policies and procedures relating to licensure in that state on a regular basis. Further, a criminal record may prevent an applicant from obtaining licensure, certification or employment in this field of study. For additional information, please refer to your state licensing board or agency.

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Promote yourself and potentially your career — earn your Associate of Arts in Military Studies from Ashford University. This entry-level online degree program may help if you seek to advance in your military career. You'll find your courses in this 64–credit program, taken one at a time for five weeks each, focus on topics important to the military, such as: political science, international relations, history, and peacekeeping. Upon completion of your Associate degree at Ashford, you can transfer your credits toward any of Ashford's many Bachelor's degree programs.

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Take charge of your future! With your Associate of Arts in Organizational Management from Ashford University, you earn your basic credentials as a supervisor and administrator. You'll find your courses in this 67–credit online program, taken one at a time for five weeks each, focus on topics like leadership, communication, group behavior, and organizational change. Upon completion of your Associate degree at Ashford, you can apply your credits toward any of Ashford's many Bachelor's degree programs.

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The Associate in Arts in Business Administration program is designed to provide the latest information and technology in the field of management to prepare students for careers in business or government. Graduates of the associate in arts program may apply all the credits earned toward a Bachelor of Business Administration.

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The mission of the Associate in Arts in Criminal Justice (AACJ) is to educate students from diverse backgrounds in the theory and application of law enforcement and the prevention, adjudication, and correction of juvenile and adult crime. Students will develop the skills and knowledge to prepare them for public or private service careers within the criminal justice field. The program will emphasize ethics and leadership, evidence-based knowledge and analysis, and developing an understanding of the dynamic between society, law, and government.

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The marketing program seeks to prepare the student for careers in all aspects of marketing, from the small sole proprietorship to the large corporation. The graduate of the associate in arts program may apply all the credits earned toward a Bachelor of Business Administration.

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The Associate in Arts in Information Systems program seeks to prepare the individual for programmer/analyst, database management, Web development, networking, internetworking and security positions. This program allows students to explore state of the art information systems concepts. Graduates of this program may apply all the credits earned toward a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems.

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You can learn how to successfully manage a medical office with an Associate degree in Medical Administration from Rasmussen College. The Medical Administration degree prepares you for multiple challenges you will encounter in the office including coding, understanding medical terminology, recognizing medical law and ethics, learning proper medical insurance and billing procedures and success strategies in the office.

In the Medical Administration program, students will study core courses to develop communication, critical thinking and decision making skills. Students will also have the opportunity to take specialty courses including Medical Transcription, Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Office Procedures, and computer courses.

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Our Health Information Management Bachelor's degree can prepare you to successfully manage regulatory, confidentiality, and electronic medical records (EMR) issues within the healthcare industry, while also teaching strong technological and project management skills. Our Bachelor's degree program offers flexible, advanced, and hands–on curriculum from instructors with industry experience. Our fully–online HIM courses cover the most current health information management technologies, improve your critical thinking, and develop your management skills. Our Bachelor's degree also offers unique and comprehensive instruction that prepares you to manage a technologically–advanced system. Plus, our two professional practices provide you with direct industry experience that allow you to not only gain first-hand real–world professional experience, but also network with current health information management professionals.

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If you want to succeed as a small business owner, it's a good idea to get an education that will benefit you the most. The business field can be challenging, but if you stick with it and continue to change with the market, you will have a better chance to succeed. The Business Management Associate's degree with a Specialization in Entrepreneurship will teach you many of the skills you need to successfully run your own business. Entrepreneurs are self–motivated people, who are willing to take a high level of personal, professional, and financial risk. With this risk, there is also a chance for great reward. Entrepreneurs are real go–getters and the type of person that doesn't take no for an answer.

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The Human Services Associate's degree will prepare you for a career where you help people in need. The Human Services program is perfect for someone who finds joy in helping others and seeing their work directly benefit those around them. You will learn how to provide services to individuals or groups of people with diverse problems and help them overcome their obstacles. A degree in Human Services will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to make an impact in your community. After earning a Human Services Associate's degree, you will be equipped to work in many different areas as a Community Service Specialist, Social Service Assistant, Eligibility Specialist, Rehabilitation Counselor, or Social Service Specialist. Graduates of the Human Services program have the opportunity to work in many different environments. As of 2006, there were 338,700 Social and Human Service Assistants in the field and that number is expected to grow to 452,600 by 2016. There is a need for Social and Human Service Assistants and with an Associate's degree in Human Services, you will be ready to work with people and help them during their time of need.

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If you are interested in advancing your career, consider how the online Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration could help prepare you to pursue the career opportunities you seek. The program's curriculum combines accounting and microcomputer skills with managerial techniques. The program is designed to help you develop teamwork and leadership skills, as well as an ability to motivate people and communicate effectively. The program's emphasis on decision-making and problem-solving skills could help prepare you to pursue a rewarding career in business administration.* Students may personalize their degree by choosing a career focus area. Career focus areas allow you to focus your elective choices on an area of study that best fits your desired career path. Choose from event planning, sales, retail management, and more.
*Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in their field of study, or in related fields. However, the University does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any particular job, eligible for career advancement opportunities, or employed at all. Additional training or certification may be required.

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If you are interested in health information data as it relates to patient care and the use of computers in this area, this program may be for you. The program blends online coursework with on-ground clinical experiences and is designed to prepare graduates with the knowledge, technical skills, and work habits required to pursue entry-level positions in the competitive and growing health information management field.

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The objective of the Associate of Applied Science in Accounting program is to help prepare you with knowledge of accounting theories and principles as they apply to the business world. The program's focus goes beyond analyzing and interpreting numbers; you study how to communicate vital information effectively and network with people from all walks of business. Earning an associate degree in accounting online at Kaplan University may prepare you for a variety of entry-level opportunities in the field of accounting‡.
‡ Certain accounting positions may require further certification and/or licensing by individual states.

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For those considering a career in healthcare, our Associate of Science in Allied Health Science program online can enable you get started in the right direction. The South University Associate of Science in Allied Health Science degree program online is designed to expose students to a broad education in general studies combined with an emphasis on life science subjects such as anatomy and physiology, chemistry, nutrition, and pathophysiology.

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If you have a flair for computing and a desire to pursue a career in this field, consider enrolling in the South University Associate of Science in Information Technology (IT) online program. Students who participate in this program will have the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of IT and gain the knowledge and capabilities that corporations and organizations are searching for. Our skilled, experienced faculty will teach you the skills that will resonate within the real world.

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This Associate of Science degree in Accounting online program provides students with the background, knowledge, and skills they need to enter the field of accounting. You will have the opportunity to gain an understanding of transaction analysis, accounting cycles and systems, internal controls and journals, assets and liabilities, and accounting processes for varying business structures.

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Students in the Associate of Science in Business Administration program have the opportunity to gain a practical working background that is built on a strong foundation of general studies in mathematics, science, language arts, and the social sciences. You will have the opportunity to develop a strong understanding of management concepts that will resonate in the real world and prepare you for a successful path in management.

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The Associate in Science in Business program offers introductory courses in business, marketing, finance, human resources, applied business law and principles of management. Students become familiar with standard business software and computer applications. Graduates can apply the necessary business, decision-making and organizational skills gathered from this program to businesses of all sizes.

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The Associate in Science in Criminal Justice program may provide students with the skills necessary to maintain law and order; protect life and property; and conduct administration, planning, and research services. It is designed to help prepare students for entry-level opportunities in corrections, probation, immigration or security administration.

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The Associate in Science in Computer Information Science program is designed to provide students with hands-on training in the latest data communications and computer operations technologies. The Computer Information Science program may equip you with the valuable skills to complete essential operating and programming tasks.

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Accounting is a field vital to business. If you're good with numbers, pursuing a career in accounting may be your ticket to long-term success. The Associate degree in Accounting program teaches the fundamentals of accounting and provides the groundwork for a number of exciting careers.

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Today's businesses run on computer networking technology. Now, you can join the high-tech world! With the Network Engineering Program at Virginia College, you will get Windows© 2008 MCITP training that helps launch you into an exciting career in this growing field. From hardware basics to complex networking, we help you gain the skills you'll need to join the exploding e-commerce revolution! Take the first step toward becoming a certified network engineer. Prepare for a selection of seven professional network and computer certifications: A+, Network+, Security +, Linux, MCP, MCITP and CCNA. Don’t let technology pass you by. Let Virginia College prepare you for the high-tech careers of today and the future!

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Are you interested in a career in business but not sure where to start? Do you have some skills that may be useful, but want to work toward reaching your full potential in the world of business? Would you like to gain the skills in the basics of business so that you can obtain an entry level job in an organization with the option of returning to school to earn a bachelor's degree? Then this program is for you. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of management principles and business-oriented computer and interpersonal skills. Course work includes fundamentals of business, management and finance, critical thinking, project planning and implementation, and communication.

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The Human Resource Management program is designed to prepare human resource professionals to deal with the complexities and challenges of managing today's workforce. The courses show you how to help in the professional development of men and women in the field of human resources. You'll prepare to work in such settings as business, industry, government, and nonprofit organizations and institutions. You'll learn to handle disputes, grievances, discipline, and dismissals while you acquire the skills you'll need to work with a variety of people in various work settings. Want an exciting job where every day is different? Then click now and learn more!

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Get legal! Looking for a career in which you can positively affect the lives of others? Looking for a challenging career that offers prestige and excitement and a brighter future? Then consider becoming a paralegal! The Paralegal Studies Program at Virginia College prepares you for this fast-paced and rapidly growing career field...offering you the skills and attributes employers are looking for. Paralegals can be found in courtrooms, corporations, insurance companies, governmental offices and bank trust departments, as well as in attorneys' offices. Get the preparation you need from instructors with real-world experience.

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Individuals who are interested in acquiring a fundamental knowledge of the practical skills and various business practices used today can earn an associate degree in Business Administration in two years or less. Our program features courses in marketing, accounting, communications, and business management techniques that are proven to be effective for today's business leaders. As technology advances we realize the need to update the curriculum to keep pace with current practices so our graduates can feel confident in the knowledge and skills they gain and explore future professional opportunities.

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Earning an associate degree in Criminal Justice can prepare individuals for career opportunities in corrections, private security, or law enforcement agencies in many states. With additional Police Officer Standards and Training (POST), the associate degree credential may enhance a candidate's qualifications for selection to become a peace officer in other states. The curriculum will examine current practices and influences on the American criminal justice systems and how the three branches of the government intertwine to enact, enforce, and uphold the laws of the land. Learners will also examine criminal investigation techniques, juvenile delinquency, the biological and psychological theories of crime and criminal behavior, and the future direction of public policy.

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Individuals who earn an associate degree in Information Technology will receive thorough training in the essentials of business information technology needs such as network administration, software development, database design, and information systems security management. Candidates may also apply previous education or work experience and industry certifications towards college credits to expedite completion of this program. Graduates will be well-prepared for several computer industry certification exams and learn significant business skills to round out their educational program.

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Individuals who earn an associate degree in our Accounting and Tax Specialist program can explore career options in corporations, small businesses, non-profit organizations, or governmental agencies. Our hands-on training prepares learners to track and analyze transactions for an organization to determine fiscal fitness and predict future trends. Graduates will also be enhancing critical thinking skills, honing analytical processes, and examining business techniques and strategies during the program. The program includes all coursework in the management accounting program as well as four additional classes that specifically address taxation.

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Earning an associate degree in Business Administration will teach students how to enter today's competitive business world with effective leadership skills, knowledge of various business disciplines, and how to utilize computer applications widely used in many businesses today. While completing the program graduates can earn Academic Certificates in Business Concepts and Management at no additional cost and without taking additional courses to enhance their credentials and career options.

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An associate degree in General Studies program allows students to build an interdisciplinary educational foundation for future career options and the flexibility to explore areas of interest that they may have otherwise overlooked. Students or military personnel may have some approved credits that they can transfer towards this program. Included at no additional cost is an Academic Certificate in Professional Communication to enhance the graduate's credentials.

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Students working toward the associate degree in graphic design will learn to use knowledge of fine art, marketing and computer software to visually communicate an idea. Our faculty of industry professionals can provide:

•instruction and practice in effective page layout, web design, image editing, print production and digital design
•coursework that can help prepare you for industry-standard Adobe^® certificates*, such as InDesign^®, Illustrator^®, Dreamweaver^® and Photoshop^®
•assistance in creating a portfolio to showcase skills and expertise to prospective employers

Program names, course topics and outcomes may vary by location. Please speak with a Westwood College admissions representative for full program details.

*Westwood prepares graduates for certification. Graduates wishing to attain certification must take and pass any applicable tests/exams.

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Students studying for this associate degree will use computer software to create the plans and drawings used to construct buildings. Faculty members with related professional experience can provide:

•in-depth training in industry-standard software such as Autodesk^®, AutoCAD^®, AutoCAD^® Architecture, and 3D Viz^®
•exposure to REVIT^® Architecture, a premier software program that showcases buildings in a virtual world
•assistance to students in creating a portfolio demonstrating skills and expertise to prospective employers

Program names, course topics and outcomes may vary by location. Please speak with a Westwood College admissions representative for full program details.

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This program, taught by a faculty of working professionals, focuses on the skills needed to assist in the business and financial operation of a hospital or medical office, providing students with:

•a keen focus on healthcare terminology, procedures and administration
•training in industry-standard ICD-9, CPT and HCPCS coding
•skills in working with patients and in submitting claims to insurance companies

Program names, course topics and outcomes may vary by location. Please speak with a Westwood College admissions representative for full program details.

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Students in the criminal justice associate degree program at Westwood can choose from many paths including options in corrections and private security. The hands-on instruction by industry professionals provides:

•focus on writing and communications to enhance reporting skills needed to succeed in criminal justice professions
•course content based on current issues and trends in the field, including perspectives on the high ethical standards expected of criminal justice professionals
•exposure to policing, corrections, juvenile justice and other key topics

Program names, course topics and outcomes may vary by location. Please speak with a Westwood College admissions representative for full program details.

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The Associate of Arts in Business Administration degree program prepares students to enter today's demanding business world as they learn tools and strategies to assist them in beginning their new career. The broad base of fundamental business courses and general education requirements fosters critical thinking and communication skills as well as real-world applications that apply to situations. The concentration in business prepares students to conduct business in today's global and technological environments that keep pace with modern and changing trends.

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The Associate of Arts degree in Visual Communication is designed to educate and develop artistic and imaginative students for careers as creative professionals in commercial art and design. The program emphasizes the development of a student's creative process and their problem solving abilities. Students will have a strong foundation in traditional methods and learn to apply those techniques to modern digital methods and processes. Graduates of the program should be able to function as successful creative professionals in a variety of art and design markets.

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The Associate of Science degree curriculum in Criminal Justice is designed to prepare students to enter the criminal justice profession in a variety of first-line positions. Students in the program are exposed to the foundational areas of the criminal justice system: law enforcement, the courts, corrections and the juvenile justice system.

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The Post University Early Childhood Education program provides a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes the development and application of age-appropriate approaches to the education of young children.

Post University's Early Childhood program will prepare you for immediate employment as early childhood teachers in school districts as well as in public, private, or corporate settings. If you later seek teacher certification the Associate in Science degree program will also permit transfer into a baccalaureate degree program. You will study child development, psychology, and age appropriate approaches to literature, math/science, and social studies. This program includes practicums undertaken at an arranged site near you.

The Early Childhood Education program provides an excellent beginning point for a career in education. Exceptional career opportunities are increasing nationwide for qualified professionals in this field. So feel confident that you are making a sound career choice and the right decision in choosing Post University to meet your educational needs.

With Post University Online, you can earn an Associate of Science in Early Childhood Education entirely online, with no commuting or interruptions in your current career.

You will study in highly interactive, small classes in 8-week accelerated modules. Our faculty will actively engage you in a high quality and relevant curriculum that prepares you to enter a rewarding career in early childhood education.

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The Associate of Science in Management degree provides a foundation in business management in a supportive environment. The associate degree may be taken on the way to completing a bachelor's degree or as a separate program. The variety of business and management courses provides the background necessary for success in the higher level courses and helps you to confirm your decision to pursue a management degree and, if appropriate, the choice of a minor.

With Post University Online, you can earn your Associate of Science in Management degree entirely online, with no commuting or interruptions in your current career.

Central to all skills and competencies developed in the sequence of courses for the program is the ability to communicate effectively with well-rounded and educated colleagues. The 36 credits in general education with additional credits of electives are designed to develop the vital critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, and communication skills essential for participating in the management of organizations.

You will study in highly interactive small classes within a supportive learning environment. Your personal advisor will aid you in customizing your program.

Management positions are available in businesses of all sizes, government agencies, charitable, religious, and social service agencies, and many public or private, profit or non-profit organizations.

Post University graduates pursue careers as:

• Training and Development Managers
• Product Managers
• Customer Relations Managers
• Resort Managers
• Community Relations Managers
• Directors of Product Development
• Safety and Health Managers
• Governmental Affairs Managers
• Store Managers
• Retail Sales Managers
• Business Owners

Our faculty will actively engage you in a high quality and relevant curriculum that prepares you to enter a rewarding career in management.

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Post University's Associate of Science in Accounting Degree is designed to give you strong basis to continue your business studies and an opportunity to enter the accounting field.

After completing this degree program, you should have acquired an understanding of accounting through courses that cover finance, economics, finance, management, marketing, information technology, and related fields. An AS degree in accounting can also prepare you for continued educational endeavors in bachelor's level programs.

With Post University Online, you can earn your associate degree in Accounting entirely online, with no commuting or interruptions in your current career.

You will study in highly interactive, small classes in 8-week accelerated modules. Our faculty will actively engage you in a high quality and relevant curriculum that prepares you to enter a rewarding career in accounting.

We prepare you for a new career in accounting, career advancement within your current organization, and management positions in small and large organizations. Many of our graduates move on the complete 4-year degrees and pursue professional certification relevant to the accounting professions (CPA and CMA).

Our accounting graduates take positions in both large multinationals and small, local firms as accountants, auditors, actuaries, budget analysts, financial managers, loan officers and counselors, and underwriters.

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The Associate of Science in Marketing Degree focuses on the essential ingredients necessary to identify and satisfy consumer needs. You will become familiar with the specialized skills of selling, advertising, retailing and market research. Courses will provide you with an understanding of current marketing theory and practices with special attention to the "Four P's" of the marketing mix: Product, Place, Promotion, and Price.

The Associate of Science in Marketing Degree may be taken on the way to completing a bachelor's degree or as a separate program. This program provides you with a variety of marketing and business courses necessary to function in a marketing environment.

With Post University Online, you can earn your Associate of Science in Marketing degree entirely online, with no commuting or interruptions in your current career.

While many graduates begin their careers in sales or management at the retail level or as outside sales representatives in industrial sales, the marketing program will also prepare you for positions in product planning, marketing research, distribution, advertising, sales promotion, packaging, customer/public relations, and direct marketing.

Marketing majors with prior business experience learn how to develop effective business strategies and make decisions regarding product or service distribution.

You will study in highly interactive, small classes in 8-week accelerated modules. Our faculty will actively engage you in a high quality and relevant curriculum that prepares you to enter a rewarding career in Marketing.

Post University graduates pursue careers as:

• Sales Management
• Retail Management
• Sale Representatives
• Product Planning
• Marketing Research
• Distribution
• Advertising
• Public Relations
• Sales Promotion
• Packaging
• Customer Relations
• Direct Marketing

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Within less than two years of study, you'll complete 17 health information online courses in subjects including Pharmacology, Pathophsyiology, Health Systems and Procedures, Healthcare Data Applications, and much more. Our Health Information Technology Associate of Applied Science degree program also includes four internships, each designed to focus on specific topics as your knowledge grows, including Health Record Processing, Inpatient Coding, Nontraditional sites, and Health Data Processing. These experiential learning opportunities provide our students with the tools for personal and professional development needed for success in the workplace. You'll benefit from the chance to integrate and apply their theoretical classroom knowledge and technical skills with practical and relevant on-site work experience, leading to increased confidence and invaluable career preparation.

Lincoln College Online, a division of Lincoln College of Technology, West Palm Beach, FL, is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS).

Our Health Information Technology Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree program is offered for online delivery for all states except Texas, through Lincoln College of New England (located at 2279 Mount Vernon Road, Southington, CT 06489). Lincoln College of New England is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. (NEASC) through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education.

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The Pharmacy Technology program at Daymar College Online will teach students how to prepare prescriptions for patients, maintain patient profiles, prepare insurance claims, and keep updated inventory of all prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Graduates of this course will be able to work in hospitals, nursing homes, assisted-living facilities, and retail pharmacies.

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The Business Administration associate degree program at Daymar College Online will teach students about business theories and software applications necessary to oversee workflow in a business office. Students will be prepared for careers such as Office Administrator, Office Manager, Administrative Assistant, and Executive Assistant.

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The associate degree in Criminal Justice program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills for entry into, and/or advancement within, the criminal justice professions. This training program prepares successful students for employment in, but not limited to, law enforcement, corrections, court administration, juvenile justice, victim assistance, and loss prevention.

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The Accounting associate degree program at Daymar College Online will teach students about business practices and procedures involved in financial accounting, management accounting, income tax accounting, payroll accounting, and computerized accounting. Students will be prepared for entry-level positions in a variety of organizations that all need professionals in this field.