Career College of Northern Nevada

After you graduate from the diploma program, the graduate can take the PTCB certification exam. Career College of Northern Nevada offers top notch training that will prepare the graduate for a successful career. Nevada employers get what they are looking for by our hands-on training programs. You will graduate from our program knowing that you can get the job, keep the job, do the job and advance in the job. We provide the most modern and well equipped educational facilities in Northern Nevada where our career training programs have been designed with your prospective employer in mind.

A local advisory committee made of employers from area businesses, are included in each area of study. There are numerous advisory committees keeping us well updated on the needs of the local employers. Training at Career College of Northern Nevada (CCNN) provides you not just with education but planning for your career that is directed towards the needs of employers.

CCNN offers short diploma programs for the Microcomputer Office Specialist that specifically focuses on Information Processing and Legal Office. We are an approved testing site for the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification exams so graduates of the program can takes the test right here on campus. We also have abbreviated diploma courses in Medical Assisting and Electronics Repair Technician. Students who complete and graduate from the Electronics Repair Technician program are ready for employment in areas that repair or install electronic equipment. Associate of Occupational Studies Degree Curriculum are available in the fields of Medical assisting, Paralegal, as well as Computer and Engineer Systems.

Medical Assistant Schools

MA's conduct routine administrative and clerical duties to maintain the smooth operation of various medical offices and clinics.

Some duties of medical assistants:

• Recording patients' medical history and vital signs
• Going over treatment procedures with patients
• Preparing patients for exams
• Helping physicians during exams

MA's who concentrate on a certain health discipline may be assigned extra responsibilities.

The CCNN Medical Assistant curriculum was developed to help graduates to enter the fast growing healthcare industry.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, MA positions are predicted to be among the most booming fields from 2002-2012 as the medical field grows due to technological innovations in health and the increasing numbers of the elderly. Growing demand for MA's in the booming medical sector will trigger even more employment opportunities. Career outlook should be greatest for those possessing eligible MA instruction or certification.

MA's conduct routine administrative and clerical duties to maintain the smooth operation of various medical offices and clinics.

Some duties of medical assistants:

• Recording patients' medical history and vital signs
• Going over treatment procedures with patients
• Preparing patients for exams
• Helping physicians during exams

MA's who concentrate on a certain health discipline may be assigned extra responsibilities.

The CCNN Medical Assistant curriculum was developed to help graduates to enter the fast growing healthcare industry.

Pharmaceutical Technician

CCNN offers a 60 week (*15 month) Pharmaceutical Technician diploma program so students are job ready upon completion. *Program length is described in average completion time. Specific training is provided in conjunction with hands on training for the desired career choice. Completing the diploma program will make the Pharmaceutical Technician graduate eligible to take the PTCB certification exam.

So, what exactly is a Pharmaceutical Technician?

Pharmacy Technicians work under the direction of a licensed pharmacist to prepare medications. Their activities on the job include knowing how to measure medicine, knowing how to mix medicine, counting pills, putting labels on bottles, and keeping a record of the quantities of medication dispensed. Responsibilities of a pharmacy technician include receiving prescriptions and refill requests, verifying the information on prescriptions, and answering customer questions. Pharmacy Technicians must carry out exact work because incorrect details can result in life or death situations. In emergency and stressful situations, achieving accuracy is critical.

Medical Billing and Coding Certificates

When you enroll in The Medical Billing and Coding Specialist program, you will learn how to use medical coding ICD-9, CPT, and HCPCS coding. We provide a complete education on all of the rules and regulations governing medical billing and coding. The goal of the Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Program is to get students ready to conduct medical coding and billing in an entry-level position, as well as to be a responsible employee in any type of situation. The comprehensive training that students receive through the medical billing and coding specialist program gives them the hands-on experience they need to start a successful new career.

Medical Billing and Coding Specialists generally work for a physician's office or other health care facility, where they are required to use computers with medical billing software to imput patient data. Traits of a successful medical billing and coding specialist include flexibility, good attention to detail, maintaining a high standard of ethical and moral principles, adhering to patient confidentiality, and the ability to make solid judgments.

When you enroll in The Medical Billing and Coding Specialist program, you will learn how to use medical coding ICD-9, CPT, and HCPCS coding. We provide a complete education on all of the rules and regulations governing medical billing and coding. The goal of the Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Program is to get students ready to conduct medical coding and billing in an entry-level position, as well as to be a responsible employee in any type of situation. The comprehensive training that students receive through the medical billing and coding specialist program gives them the hands-on experience they need to start a successful new career.

Medical Billing and Coding Specialists generally work for a physician's office or other health care facility, where they are required to use computers with medical billing software to imput patient data. Traits of a successful medical billing and coding specialist include flexibility, good attention to detail, maintaining a high standard of ethical and moral principles, adhering to patient confidentiality, and the ability to make solid judgments.

List of education programs offered by Career College of Northern Nevada