Westwood College

Students completing this degree will benefit from the education and hands-on experience needed to begin a career in the field of human resources. In this program you'll be exposed to:

•a curriculum developed with the assistance of human resource professionals
•topics covering legal issues and ethics to provide training in critical thinking and compliance
•a capstone course to demonstrate real-world application of human resource management skills to potential employers

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

As a marketing professional you'll be interested in marketing products and services that satisfy consumer needs and keep customer coming back for more. In this program instructors with in-depth knowledge in the field will provide you with:

•course content that addresses areas such as consumer behavior, integrated marketing communications and international sales and marketing
•instruction across a wide variety of other business disciplines
•a capstone course as a comprehensive project to demonstrate the application of marketing knowledge to potential employers

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

Through hands-on coursework and preparation you'll acquire the skills necessary to manage projects from start to finish. The program offers:

•a curriculum developed with the assistance of project management professionals
•courses that cover a depth of project management issues, from project initiation to project closing
•a capstone course to demonstrate real-world application of project management skills to potential employers

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

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.

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.

In this bachelor's degree program you'll enjoy interactive classes taught by industry professionals who will help you acquire:

•a broad-based understanding of the criminal justice field
•exposure to criminal law, juvenile justice and domestic violence
•writing and communications courses to enhance reporting skills needed in many criminal justice professions

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

With this bachelor's degree program you can have a positive impact on your community. Our faculty of professionals who work in the field will guide you through:

•an in-depth review of correction-related issues such as correctional environments, law, administration and counseling
•coursework that utilizes written and communications skills to prepare for writing reports and interviewing
•a discussion of the high ethical standards expected of criminal justice professionals

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

In this bachelor's degree program you'll acquire skills necessary to launch your career in criminal justice. In interactive classes taught by industry professionals you'll be exposed to:

•an in-depth review of investigation-related issues such as crime scene investigation and digital and white collar crime
•writing and communications courses to enhance reporting skills needed in many criminal justice professions
•investigative techniques that can be applied to a wide variety of career choices in this field

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

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.

Students studying for a bachelor's degree in the field of visual communications will enjoy rich course content including instruction in web and package design, page layout, print production and more. Taught by working professionals in their field, students will:

•be prepared for entry-level positions in print and film media
•courses that help prepare you for Adobe* certificates* such as InDesign^®, Illustrator^®, Dreamweaver^® and Photoshop^®
•complete a comprehensive portfolio to showcase 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.

During the course of this bachelor's degree program in the field of web design, students will team up with working professionals who have real-life perspectives and skills and can provide:

•coursework to help you prepare for industry-standard Adobe^® certificates* such as InDesign^®, Illustrator^®, Dreamweaver^® and Photoshop^®
•instruction in web design techniques using industry-standard programming languages such as HTML, JavaScript, CSS, PHP, HTTP and Actionscript
•assistance in creating a final portfolio in print, digital and web formats to showcase skills 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.

In this associate degree program Westwood's faculty of professionals will provide you with relevant knowledge, training and insight in courses that:

•prepare you for some of the industry-standard certificates available from Microsoft^® and CompTIA^®*
•feature key topics such as operating systems, database administration, web programming and desktop hardware
•address how to design and troubleshoot computer network and peripheral problems

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.

In classes taught by professionals in the field, students earning a bachelor's degree in this program will:

•prepare for industry-standard certificates*, such as Certified Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI) and some of those available from Microsoft^® and CompTIA^®*
•receive training in forensics, networking, and security similar to the that provided to law enforcement and industry professionals
•learn techniques for managing computer crime, handling evidence and dealing with malicious software

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.

In this bachelor's degree program, our faculty, who are working professionals can offer you:

•guidance in preparing for some of the industry-standard certificates available from Microsoft^® and CompTIA^®*
•training in advanced networking techniques and security skills
•a broad curriculum featuring key topics such as operating systems, database administration, web programming and desktop hardware

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.

In classes taught by industry professionals, students earning this degree will have the opportunity to:

•prepare for some of the industry-standard certificates available from Microsoft^® and CompTIA^®*
•take courses in the design and evaluation of secure computer networks and security strategies
•be exposed to new technologies such as virtualization

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

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.

With an associate degree in medical office management you will learn to plan, direct, coordinate and supervise the delivery of healthcare so that the clinical experts can focus on patient care. Our faculty of professionals who work in their field will guide you through:

•courses that cover a wide range of topics critical to managing the business side of a medical practice
•training in commonly used computer applications to make front-office operations run smoothly and accurately
•an understanding of accounting and insurance issues that relate to managing a medical practice

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

A paralegal associate degree will provide a student with the skills needed to be a critical player and partner to attorneys. Over the course of the program our faculty of professionals with relevant experience will:

•teach the use of industry-standard online research tools, such as Westlaw^®
•conduct classes that include content in areas such as real estate, bankruptcy and immigration and tort law
•emphasize legal terminology and how to conduct legal research and drafting legal documents

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

This bachelor's degree can prepare you for a career creating and programming games. During the course of the program our Westwood faculty of software professionals will share real-world experiences and insights with students and:

•address software development using industry-standard programming languages
•offer instruction in game artificial intelligence and game engine architecture
•assist you in creating a portfolio and complete working game to demonstrate to potential 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.