San Joaquin Valley College - Rancho Cucamonga Certificates
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Administrative Health Care Management
Program Highlights
SJVC's Administrative Health Care Management program provides in-depth training for the front office position of a busy medical practice or facility. Hands-on experience and classroom instruction include the study of office management, patient record-keeping, bookkeeping and accounting, and professional communication.
Learn
- Medical insurance principles
- Computer skills & concepts
- Microsoft© Office software
- Medical law & ethics
- Human relations
- Medical terminology
- General psychology
- Health care management
- Medical office billing & records software
- HIPAA regulations
Career Opportunities
Well-trained health care management professionals are in demand by busy medical and dental offices, hospitals, clinics, laboratories, billing offices, insurance companies and medical supply distributors. You can expect to qualify for roles such as:
- Front Office Medical Assistant
- Customer Service Representative
- Billing or Insurance Clerk
- Medical Coder
- Medical Secretary
Programmatic Accreditation
Depending on campus and program, graduates earn an Associate of Science degree or Certificate, are student members of the Academy of Professional Coders and are eligible for certification as a Medical Records Coder after one year of practice in the field.
Certifications Earned
Depending on campus and program, graduates earn an Associate of Science degree or Certificate.
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Business Administration
Program Highlights
SJVC's Business Administration program provides a framework of office procedures and skills that can adapt to any company's operation. Students develop into knowledgeable, ethical and technologically competent business professionals. You learn to organize and manage work tasks, sales and management techniques, general office procedures, as well as many computer applications.
Learn
- Professional Writing
- Microsoft© Office Software
- Accounting Principles
- Economics & Finance
- Business Ethics
- Human Resources
- Business Operations
Our learn-by-doing approach will help you develop the skills you need to build your career.
Career Opportunities
Employers want to hire those who are familiar not only with business technology and equipment but also with appropriate business practices and communication. Business Administration training qualifies you for a variety of career paths:
- Executive Assistant
- Administrative Assistant
- Accounts Payable Clerk
- Customer Service Representative
- Collections Officer
- Bookkeeper
- Payroll Clerk
- Account Manager
- Data Entry Clerk
Certifications Earned
Graduates are eligible to take the Microsoft© Office Specialist exam for Microsoft© certification in Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Access.
Depending on the campus and program selected, graduates earn a Certificate of Completion or Associate of Science Degree. Certificate graduates may continue on to earn their AS degree through SJVC or SJVC Online.
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Clinical Medical Assisting
Program Highlights
The Clinical Medical Assisting program at SJVC offers extensive back office training to provide support to physicians and direct patient care in a variety of medical settings. Training includes a balance of classroom instruction with laboratory experience to create the best opportunity for student understanding and performance.
Learn
- Injection administration
- Electrocardiograms
- Venipuncture & skin puncture
- CPR & first aid
- Assisting in minor surgery
- Front office procedures
- Basic lab tests
- Patient education
- Taking & recording vital signs
Career Opportunities
Health care careers are on the rise and expected to increase dramatically in the years ahead as an aging population requires growing medical attention. Graduates can expect to secure positions in a variety of career roles:
- Clinical Medical Assistant
- Medical Secretary
- Occupational Health Assistant
- Laboratory Assistant
With additional education or training career path advancement might take you into areas such as Licensed Practical Nurse, Emergency Medical Technician, Recreational Therapist, Physician Assistant or other advanced nursing positions.
Certifications Earned
Depending on campus and program, graduates earn an Associate of Science degree or Certificate and are prepared to sit for the Registered Medical Assistant Exam (RMA).
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Industrial Technology
Program Highlights
This program is designed to provide fundamental, hands-on training of industrial systems and equipment. Students will study and master the basic principles, applications, concepts, and functions of hydraulic systems, bearing and seal types, and power transmission components.
Learn
- Electrical theory
- Motor control
- Programmable logic controllers
- Fluid power systems
- Bearing applications
- Power transmission systems
Career Opportunities
Employers are looking for individuals who can operate and maintain the equipment required for the operation of modern industrial facilities. Troubleshooting skills and the ability to communicate solutions are valuable assets to these organizations. With SJVC's hands-on approach to training, you'll be qualified to go right to work in a variety of commercial and manufacturing settings.
Career Opportunities
- Maintenance Technician
- Production Supervisor
- Hydraulic Technician
- Machine Operator
- Plant Electrician
Certifications Earned
Graduates earn a Certificate of Completion and may choose to continue their education and earn an Associate of Science Degree through SJVC or SJVC Online.