National American University

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Earning an associate degree in Applied Management through our unique program allows individuals to use their previous occupational, educational, or industry-related experiences towards college credits to advance completion time towards their degree. Military training, technical and trade school education, and business or health care experience can be taken into consideration for granting credit towards this associate degree. Our career counselors can let prospective students know if their training qualifies for these credits.

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Earning an associate degree in Business Administration introduces learners to basic business disciplines as well as the use of computer applications and technology that are widely used by businesses today. The program also encourages students to develop critical thinking and leadership skills and prepare for entry into a rewarding career.

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Earning an associate degree in Criminal Justice can prepare learners for entry-level positions in private security, advancement within criminal justice agencies, or after completion of additional training in an officer's training academy, policing and institutional corrections employment. Our program helps students identify and develop appropriate solutions for criminal justice issues and understand the need to handle their position of authority ethically, logically, and wisely within the parameters of their organization. Graduates will gain an overall knowledge of the various agencies and their responsibilities within the American criminal justice system.

Students in the state of Minnesota are not eligible to sit for the Minnesota Police Officer licensing examination upon completion of this program. Other public and private career options may be available to graduates.

This program may also benefit current officers who are seeking to advance their careers through education.

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Individuals who are interested in a career in the health care field without providing direct patients' care can earn an Associate of Applied Science degree in Health Information Technology and become a vital member of a health care team. Students will learn how to assemble patients' charts and ensure complete and accurate information for current and future providers of care to provide the best treatment based on each individuals needs and conditions. The prospect for graduates of this program are expected to stay in high-demand according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition.

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Earning an associate degree in Information Technology can prepare learners for a variety of entry-level positions in the information systems field. Students will work with an advisor to customize a program based on their own particular area of interest such as programming, database administration, Microsoft networking, or software applications.

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Earning an associate degree as a Medical Administrative Assistant prepares students for entry-level positions in multiple health care settings. Training includes managing medical records, insurance billing and coding, scheduling appointments and hospital admissions, and general medical office procedures. The program is designed to provide practical, experiential training in dealing with patients, staff, and paperwork involved in running a medical practice.

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The Medical Assisting associate degree program utilizes a combination of lecture and laboratory sessions, as well as an externship following completion of other required course work. The curriculum includes courses in administrative, clinical, and laboratory skills in order to provide graduates with the entry-level competencies required of medical assistants.