Heald College

IS AN ACCOUNTING CAREER RIGHT FOR ME?
Accounting is the perfect program for people who like to work with numbers. Individuals who specialize in this area are generally good at math and very detail-oriented.

WHAT'S THE JOB OUTLOOK?
Because financial integrity and accurate reporting are crucial to business success across all industries, the accounting field enjoys relatively consistent growth, even in a fluctuating economy. Since today's accounting professionals play a pivotal role in a company's performance, people with a background in accounting are in demand.

WHAT WILL I DO WITH MY EDUCATION?
Graduates of Heald's Accounting program can pursue rewarding careers in positions, such as Accounting Assistant, Bookkeeper, Accounting Clerk, Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk, Payroll Clerk, and Administrative Assistant. Your job responsibilities will vary depending on your job title and the size and type of company where you work. In smaller organizations, the accounting staff handles all aspects of financial management, whereas accounting professionals in larger offices are more specialized. While entry-level staffers generally post transaction details, total accounts, and calculate interest charges, more advanced employees balance finances and ensure the accuracy of accounts. No matter what your position, you'll use computers to generate reports and manage spreadsheets.

As technology continues to evolve, accounting professionals will be expected to keep pace. Your Heald education covers financial software and basic computer technology, which can give you the advantage you need to continue to grow and stay competitive throughout your career.

IS A CAREER IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION RIGHT FOR ME?
Business Administration is the perfect program for people who want to get broad exposure to the business world and a solid foundation in business fundamentals. Individuals who specialize in this area generally have good multi-tasking skills and a knack for problem solving.

WHAT'S THE JOB OUTLOOK?
No business succeeds today without a broad base of versatile employees who can respond to the changing needs of the workplace. Today's job market demands capable, motivated, business-savvy individuals who exhibit proficiency in a range of business applications, and above all, professional polish. That's why employers are looking for people who are team-minded and can juggle multiple tasks at a time.

WHAT WILL I DO WITH MY EDUCATION?
Graduates of Heald's Business Administration program have a wide range of skills that can be applied in various fields. You'll be qualified to pursue rewarding business administration careers in positions, such as Administrative Assistant, Office Assistant, Office Manager, or Management Trainee. It's a versatile degree, so the skills you gain can be of use to you in any business administration job.

IS A CAREER IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE RIGHT FOR ME?
Criminal Justice jobs are perfect for people who are passionate about issues related to public welfare. Individuals who specialize in this area generally have good people skills and a knack for problem solving.

WHAT'S THE JOB OUTLOOK?
Due to increasing populations in prison, on probation, and on parole, the criminal justice field enjoys relatively consistent growth, despite a fluctuating economy. The demand for employees in this line of work is steadily increasing to keep up with personnel needs in the private sector, as well in federal, state, and local government agencies.

WHAT WILL I DO WITH MY EDUCATION?
Graduates of Heald's Criminal Justice program can pursue rewarding careers in a variety of positions, including Criminal Investigator, Customs Agent, Insurance Investigator, Corrections Officer, and Animal Control Agent. You can also qualify for administrative support staff positions in various law enforcement agencies.

This program prepares students for a variety of entry-level employment related to such areas as criminal investigations, insurance investigations, corrections, customs, and security. While an Associate degree in Criminal Justice may open the door to many of these careers, it is important to note that certain jobs may require additional certification graduation from higher education programs, and completion of additional training.

IS A CAREER AS A DENTAL ASSISTANT RIGHT FOR ME?
Dental Assistants provide care and comfort to people with dental care needs. They're good with their hands and work well as a part of a team.

WHAT'S THE JOB OUTLOOK?
Dental assisting is expected to be one of the fastest growing occupations through the year 2012. This growth is fueled by an increasing population and greater retention of natural teeth by middle-aged and older people. As dentists' workloads increase, they are expected to hire more assistants to perform routine tasks, so they can devote their time to more complex procedures.

WHAT WILL I DO WITH MY EDUCATION?
Graduates of Heald's Dental Assisting program can pursue rewarding careers in a variety of settings, including general and specialty practices, dental clinics and hospitals, armed forces dental facilities, dental supply manufacturers, and insurance companies. You can succeed in positions, such as Dental Assistant, Chairside Assistant, Dental Receptionist, Dental Secretary-Bookkeeper, Office Manager, Dental Supply Salesperson, or Dental Insurance Specialist.

RECEIVE HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE IN FULLY EQUIPPED LABS:

• Training rooms with dental chairs
• Digital radiography equipment
• A dark room for dental x-ray development
• Sterilization and materials labs

IS A CAREER AS A MEDICAL ASSISTANT RIGHT FOR ME?
Medical Assistants provide care and comfort to people with healthcare needs. They're good at multi-tasking and work well as a part of a team.

WHAT'S THE JOB OUTLOOK?
The demand for healthcare professionals is at an all-time high. As our population rises and technology advances, the need for high quality services becomes increasingly great. Medical assisting jobs are an instrumental part of this expansion. In fact, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of medical assistants is expected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations through the year 2012.

WHAT WILL I DO WITH MY EDUCATION?
Graduates of Heald's Medical Assisting program can pursue rewarding careers in a variety of settings – including family and internal medicine clinics, hospitals, pain centers – and a wide array of specialty areas.

Medical Assistants' job duties typically include both clinical and administrative tasks. While clinical duties vary according to state law, medical assistants generally write medical histories, record vital signs, prepare patients for examinations or lab tests, and assist physicians with examinations. They also perform basic tests on the premises, including drawing blood, and administering injections. On the administrative side, Medical Assistants typically update and file patient records, handle insurance forms, schedule appointments, arrange for hospital admissions and lab services, and assist with billing. A Heald degree can help you qualify for positions ranging from Clinical Medical Assistant and Lab Assistant to Patient Services Representative.

IS A MEDICAL INSURANCE BILLING AND CODING CAREER RIGHT FOR ME?
Medical Insurance Billing and Coding is the perfect program for people who want to contribute to quality patient care from behind-the-scenes. Individuals who specialize in this area enjoy working with healthcare professionals and computer technology.

WHAT'S THE JOB OUTLOOK?
Medical billing and coding specialists play a critical role in healthcare organizations by maintaining accurate records and protecting patient health information. Because healthcare organizations are being held to higher standards, opportunities for medical billing and coding specialists are plentiful. In fact, employment of medical billing and coding specialists is expected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations through 2012. At Heald, we can help you prepare for a rewarding career in this growing field.

WHAT WILL I DO WITH MY EDUCATION?
Graduates of Heald's Medical Insurance Billing and Coding program can pursue rewarding careers such as medical record coders, clinical coding specialists, and insurance claims analysts. They communicate with doctors and other healthcare professionals, manage medical records, and code diagnoses and procedures for reimbursement and research purposes.

As a professional in this field, your job responsibilities would likely involve collecting, maintaining, and analyzing the data that doctors, nurses, researchers, and other healthcare staff use to treat patients. You could end up working in a hospital, managed care organization, ambulatory care facility, insurance company, or even a government agency.

IS A CAREER IN MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION RIGHT FOR ME?
Medical Office Administration is the perfect program for people who want to help provide care and comfort to people with medical or dental needs. Individuals who specialize in this area generally have good multi-tasking and communication skills.

WHAT'S THE JOB OUTLOOK?
The health services industry is thriving and medical office administration jobs are at the heart of its growth. As our population rises and technology advances, the need for high quality healthcare services becomes increasingly great. The medical office administration field is an instrumental part of this expansion, so there's never been a better time to follow this career path.

WHAT WILL I DO WITH MY EDUCATION?
Graduates of Heald's Medical Office Administration program can pursue rewarding careers in a variety of positions, including Medical Office Assistant, Medical Administrative Assistant, Patient Representative, and Administrative Assistant. With this expertise, you can be an integral part of any healthcare team, responsible for giving patients the most pleasant experience possible.

If you work for a small practice, you might handle general administrative tasks, such as greeting patients, scheduling appointments, filing records, purchasing supplies and equipment, and keeping the waiting and examining rooms in order. You might also educate patients about medication and special diets, and call prescriptions into a pharmacy. In larger practices and hospitals, medical office assistants tend to have particular areas of expertise, such as admissions, or insurance billing and coding.

IS A CAREER AS A PARALEGAL RIGHT FOR ME?
Paralegals are intrigued by the legal process. They have an inclination towards fact finding and documentation, and are excited by the idea of assisting lawyers with important court cases.

WHAT'S THE JOB OUTLOOK?
With Paralegals and other non-attorney law office positions in high demand, there's no better time to enter the legal profession. The consistent rise in operating expenses is forcing law offices to reduce costs by assigning important tasks to motivated support staff. As law firms and legal departments increasingly rely on this support, the demand for qualified Paralegals will continue to rise.

Employers in today's job market are looking for candidates who can multi-task to meet a variety of operational needs. Paralegals play a mission critical role, ensuring that law offices run efficiently and that lawyers are thoroughly prepared for their cases.

WHAT WILL I DO WITH MY EDUCATION?
Graduates of Heald's Paralegal program can pursue rewarding careers as Paralegals, Legal Administrative Assistants, Legal Office Clerks, and Legal Secretaries. They work in a variety of different organizations, including law firms, government agencies, financial institutions, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and social service agencies. A Heald degree serves as a solid foundation for graduates who choose to pursue certification as a CLA/CP (Certified Legal Assistant/Certified Paralegal) administered by NALA.org. Heald's Paralegal program was designed around AAFPE's Educational Standards (American Association for Paralegal Education), a well known and respected National Paralegal Organization within the Industry.