Kaplan College

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Today, businesses increasingly depend on computers for their critical daily operations. As this trend continues and organizations continue to adopt sophisticated technologies, the demand for individuals trained in computer business systems is likely to increase. The diploma in Computer Support Technician program can provide you with the knowledge and hands-on computer skills you need to seek entry-level employment in such settings as help desks, call centers, and a variety of office environments.

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Earning a diploma to become a Dental Assistant can prepare individuals to become vital parts of dental health teams. Courses train learners to perform laboratory procedures, assist the dentist chair side, maintain records, office procedures, and much more. Graduates can find many opportunities in this fast-growing field.

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Our Medical Assistant diploma program trains students to assist physicians by preparing examination rooms, recording vital signs, assisting in laboratory operations, and taking x-rays. Training also includes learning the administrative duties many offices require such as scheduling appointments, updating patient records, and processing insurance claims. This well-rounded program provides all of this training and more.

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If you would like to play an important role as a member of a medical office team, earning a diploma in our Medical Office Specialist program can help. Our program offers training in the knowledge, skills, and work habits you need to become successful in the medical field. Medical office specialists work to ensure the operation of an efficient medical office. Our program offers you practical knowledge and hands-on training that can help you seek entry-level employment in this potentially rewarding field.

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The diploma in Pharmacy Technician program can provide you with the administrative and technical knowledge and skills necessary to set you on this career path. Some of the professional duties you may be responsible for can include assisting a licensed pharmacist in direct patient care, preparing and managing prescriptions and medications, overseeing collections and billing, purchasing pharmaceuticals, and maintaining confidentiality of patient and proprietary business.

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Skilled Phlebotomists – technicians trained to safely draw blood for clinical testing – are a vital part of medical teams in hospitals, clinics and private practices. In our Phlebotomy/EKG diploma program, students will receive hands-on training by experienced instructors to prepare candidates to become a vital part of the medical team and work in hospitals, clinics, and labs. Graduates of this program can acquire the knowledge and technical skills needed to carry out specific duties that may include performing venipuncture by vacutainer, butterfly, and syringe methods; collecting capillary blood; performing electrocardiography with basic interpretation; and assisting with infection control, minor laboratory testing, medical record documentation, and data entry.