Harrison College

Students come to Harrison College to finally realize their career goals. Marketable credentials, such as our career-oriented programs of AAS, diplomas and certificates, makes us the perfect choice for many students seeking careers in today's marketplace.

We invite you to read further about our mission, our President's message about why students pick IBC, and learn more about the certifications we offer. Upon reviewing the Admissions portion of our website, you can complete an online application or seek out specific information about the college.

Will IBC be the right college for you?

Individual encouragement: To obtain your goals, ranging from finding a career to determining an area of expertise, we work in conjunction with you.

Financial Aid: It may be of assistance if you qualify. Ninety-three percent of IBC students receive financial aid in some form and we can assist you in developing the best plan for financing your education.

Five Schools of Study: You will find that we offer career fields that present 30 plus programs like IT, health care, veterinary, business and criminal justice.

Intelligent Choices: We pick our courses in regards to the every changing needs of local employers.

Career Centered Degrees: Your courses will always be focused on your area of study. It is the only thing you require to get the job you desire.

Day and Evening Classes: We offer flexible daytime and evening classes. Taking classes online allows students to study full or part time.

Online Studies: We offer online studies for your convenience. If you prefer to learn via computer, we offer a number of online programs.

12 Real-World Campuses: We’ve strategically based our campuses to create a sensible commute for most individuals in the state.

A History You Can Trust: The school you have chosen has a long history of more than 100 years of development and specialization.

Assistance For Employment: We help you from start to finish, so you will always have support every step of your educational journey.

Nursing Schools

Harrison College attracts career-oriented students. We are well suited for many individuals with our career-oriented academic programs made for a modern job market including Associate of Applied Science Degrees, diplomas and certificates.

Associate Degree in Nursing

This program can be completed in 7 academic quarters. Students who complete this program learn the required scholastic, clinical, and professional skills necessary to begin their careers as staff nurses. Nurses in these positions may work in a variety of health care settings, administering care to individuals, families and even communities. The program trains students to collaborate with other health professionals to offer competent and responsible care to patients of all ages. In addition, it stresses lifelong learning. The Harrison College Associate Degree of Nursing program requires a clinical practicum, with some with late hours required. Graduates of the nursing program are fully prepared to take the National Council Licensure Examination - Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN), which qualify them to succeed in this expanding and rewarding field.

Harrison College attracts career-oriented students. We are well suited for many individuals with our career-oriented academic programs made for a modern job market including Associate of Applied Science Degrees, diplomas and certificates.

Associate Degree in Nursing

This program can be completed in 7 academic quarters. Students who complete this program learn the required scholastic, clinical, and professional skills necessary to begin their careers as staff nurses. Nurses in these positions may work in a variety of health care settings, administering care to individuals, families and even communities. The program trains students to collaborate with other health professionals to offer competent and responsible care to patients of all ages. In addition, it stresses lifelong learning. The Harrison College Associate Degree of Nursing program requires a clinical practicum, with some with late hours required. Graduates of the nursing program are fully prepared to take the National Council Licensure Examination - Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN), which qualify them to succeed in this expanding and rewarding field.

Massage Therapy Schools

Students come to IBC to visualize their goals for their careers. Our career-oriented certificate, diploma and Associate of Applied Science Degree programs are designed to meet the needs of today's job marketplace and are the right fit for many students.

At IBC, feel free to review our accreditation, read our President's statements about why students come, and learn more about our mission. After spending some time checking out the Admissions section of this site, you will be able to request information or submit your application via the Internet.

Associate Degrees: Therapeutic and Clinical Massage (Completion time: 6 qtrs.)

Students examine the body and all its functions. Upon doing so they become familiar with massage techniques and therapeutic skills. These techniques include specialized massage such as that used in sports massage, therapeutic massage, neuromuscular therapy and kinesiology. Upon completion students are able to begin entry-level work in the massage career positions and are able to pursue national certification and they will have gained skills for client-therapist relations, communication, and promotion while earning their all-inclusive degree.

The Certificate Programs

Therapeutic Massage Practitioner provides the needed skills for application and treatment goals of muscular and general relaxation, pain management, stress reduction, health promotion, recovery from injury, body awareness and education. To be successful in this program, the practitioner must be proficient at more than a simple “massage”. He or she must fully understand the body and its functions, master a variety of techniques, and perfect such skills as client assessment, communication, and self-evaluation. Students completing the program are able to transfer all credits earned toward the Associate of Applied Science degree program in Therapeutic and Clinical Massage.

Students come to IBC to visualize their goals for their careers. Our career-oriented certificate, diploma and Associate of Applied Science Degree programs are designed to meet the needs of today's job marketplace and are the right fit for many students.

At IBC, feel free to review our accreditation, read our President's statements about why students come, and learn more about our mission. After spending some time checking out the Admissions section of this site, you will be able to request information or submit your application via the Internet.

Associate Degrees: Therapeutic and Clinical Massage (Completion time: 6 qtrs.)

Students examine the body and all its functions. Upon doing so they become familiar with massage techniques and therapeutic skills. These techniques include specialized massage such as that used in sports massage, therapeutic massage, neuromuscular therapy and kinesiology. Upon completion students are able to begin entry-level work in the massage career positions and are able to pursue national certification and they will have gained skills for client-therapist relations, communication, and promotion while earning their all-inclusive degree.

The Certificate Programs

Therapeutic Massage Practitioner provides the needed skills for application and treatment goals of muscular and general relaxation, pain management, stress reduction, health promotion, recovery from injury, body awareness and education. To be successful in this program, the practitioner must be proficient at more than a simple “massage”. He or she must fully understand the body and its functions, master a variety of techniques, and perfect such skills as client assessment, communication, and self-evaluation. Students completing the program are able to transfer all credits earned toward the Associate of Applied Science degree program in Therapeutic and Clinical Massage.

Veterinary Technician Programs

The Veterinary Technology program at Harrison College aids you in developing the skills you need to establish a career you will love helping animals (and their humans). The curriculum covers all aspects of prevention measures and health care of animals including lab tests, radiology procedures and counseling for the care of sick animals. On-site kennels help students gain real life experience. The facilities and equipment that are provided for student use include a surgical prep area, radiology room, IDEXX blood work equipment and management software specifically for the practice of veterinary medicine.

Graduates are well trained to sit for the state board exam which is essential to become Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVT). RVTs are required to do clinical work under the supervision of a veterinarian and their job includes giving injections, taking x-rays, anesthetizing patients, offering post-operative care, cleaning teeth and much more.

Veterinary Technology (Completion time: 6 qtrs)

This program is designed to make the students ready for working as a Veterinary Technician. Under the watchful eye of a veterinarian, the technician will perform various clinical tasks in a private setting, including, but not limited to providing anesthesia to animals, taking their x-rays, providing care to the animals after surgery, giving shots to animals, and cleaning the animals' teeth. You will be studying every part of animal patient care such as: preventative measure, lab tests, radiology procedures, and counseling for the care of sick animals. Graduates from the program will be ready to take the State Board exam and become a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT).

Possible Job Titles

There are many different job titles associated with Veterinary Technician, all of which are covered and clearly explained in each course, including:

• Veterinary Technician (Vet Tech)
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT
• Veterinary Assistant
• Certified Veterinary Technician
• Veterinary Technologist

Knowledge, Skills and Tasks Required on the Job

• Work under the direct supervision of a licensed Veterinarian, performing clinical work in a veterinary practice.
• Complete tasks including physically examining patients, nursing care for sicks animals, performing diagnostic laboratory tests and imaging, nursing care for surgical patients, inpatient treatment and care, surgical assistant and anesthesia, routine dental cleanings and scaling, managing the office and educating clients.
• Other duties may include getting animal patients ready for medical procedures and examinations, collecting, preparing and labeling laboratory samples, and cleaning and preparing examination and operating rooms, instruments and equipment.
• You will also be required to be proficient in attentive listening, reading comprehension, writing, critical thinking, and customer and personal service skills.

Work Environments Available

• Private veterinary practices and animal hospitals
• Educational institutions
• Research facilities
• Humane societies and animal shelters
• Food and drug manufacturing companies
• Agricultural development
• Food safety inspection facilities
• Government agencies at the local, state and federal levels
• Zoological parks and aquariums

The Veterinary Technology program at Harrison College aids you in developing the skills you need to establish a career you will love helping animals (and their humans). The curriculum covers all aspects of prevention measures and health care of animals including lab tests, radiology procedures and counseling for the care of sick animals. On-site kennels help students gain real life experience. The facilities and equipment that are provided for student use include a surgical prep area, radiology room, IDEXX blood work equipment and management software specifically for the practice of veterinary medicine.

Graduates are well trained to sit for the state board exam which is essential to become Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVT). RVTs are required to do clinical work under the supervision of a veterinarian and their job includes giving injections, taking x-rays, anesthetizing patients, offering post-operative care, cleaning teeth and much more.

Veterinary Technology (Completion time: 6 qtrs)

This program is designed to make the students ready for working as a Veterinary Technician. Under the watchful eye of a veterinarian, the technician will perform various clinical tasks in a private setting, including, but not limited to providing anesthesia to animals, taking their x-rays, providing care to the animals after surgery, giving shots to animals, and cleaning the animals' teeth. You will be studying every part of animal patient care such as: preventative measure, lab tests, radiology procedures, and counseling for the care of sick animals. Graduates from the program will be ready to take the State Board exam and become a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT).

Possible Job Titles

There are many different job titles associated with Veterinary Technician, all of which are covered and clearly explained in each course, including:

• Veterinary Technician (Vet Tech)
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT
• Veterinary Assistant
• Certified Veterinary Technician
• Veterinary Technologist

Knowledge, Skills and Tasks Required on the Job

• Work under the direct supervision of a licensed Veterinarian, performing clinical work in a veterinary practice.
• Complete tasks including physically examining patients, nursing care for sicks animals, performing diagnostic laboratory tests and imaging, nursing care for surgical patients, inpatient treatment and care, surgical assistant and anesthesia, routine dental cleanings and scaling, managing the office and educating clients.
• Other duties may include getting animal patients ready for medical procedures and examinations, collecting, preparing and labeling laboratory samples, and cleaning and preparing examination and operating rooms, instruments and equipment.
• You will also be required to be proficient in attentive listening, reading comprehension, writing, critical thinking, and customer and personal service skills.

Work Environments Available

• Private veterinary practices and animal hospitals
• Educational institutions
• Research facilities
• Humane societies and animal shelters
• Food and drug manufacturing companies
• Agricultural development
• Food safety inspection facilities
• Government agencies at the local, state and federal levels
• Zoological parks and aquariums

Medical Lab Technician Programs

This program offers a constantly updated curriculum including general studies, the fundamentals of science and math as well as both clinical and technical training. The objective of this program is to offer students in the area of academic, prodfessional, and clinical techniques required for them to take up an entry level position for Medical Laboratory Technician.

Students will learn not just the principles and regulations for the quality assurance, accuracy, and validity of laboratory tests, but the critical and analytical thinking skills to properly employ this knowledge. Upon completion of this program you should be able to perform the many skilled tasks of a Medical Transcriptionist. As part of the healthcare team, graduates will apply professional standards and ethics as they evaluate patients, assess quality, manage laboratory results, and communicate patient information.

As a Medical Laboratory Technician you have many options for employment. Medical Laboratory Technicians generally work in hospital laboratory settings, but they can also work in specialized reference laboratories, laboratories in doctor's offices, or industrial/research laboratories, under the supervision of a Medical Technologist/Clinical laboratory professional.

Program Details:

Total Credit Hours: 112

Total Quarters: 8

Possible Job Titles

Medical Laboratory Technician (Medical Lab Tech), Laboratory Technician, Laboratory Assistant and Laboratory Associate

Skills, Tasks and Knowlege required for the job:

• Performing collection procedures, processing and analyzing biological specimens, and carrying out procedures in the many aspects of routine clinical laboratory tests
• Prepare and maintain laborary equipment
• Interpret test results
• Consult with a pathologist for futher diagnosis or analysis of specimens
• May work under the supervision of either a Medical Laboratory Technologist, Scientist or Lab Manager

Typical Work Environments:

• A hospital laboratory under the direct supervision of a Medical Technologist or Clinical laboratory professional
• Specialized reference laboratory
• Lab in a Physician's office
• Industrial/research laboratory

This program offers a constantly updated curriculum including general studies, the fundamentals of science and math as well as both clinical and technical training. The objective of this program is to offer students in the area of academic, prodfessional, and clinical techniques required for them to take up an entry level position for Medical Laboratory Technician.

Students will learn not just the principles and regulations for the quality assurance, accuracy, and validity of laboratory tests, but the critical and analytical thinking skills to properly employ this knowledge. Upon completion of this program you should be able to perform the many skilled tasks of a Medical Transcriptionist. As part of the healthcare team, graduates will apply professional standards and ethics as they evaluate patients, assess quality, manage laboratory results, and communicate patient information.

As a Medical Laboratory Technician you have many options for employment. Medical Laboratory Technicians generally work in hospital laboratory settings, but they can also work in specialized reference laboratories, laboratories in doctor's offices, or industrial/research laboratories, under the supervision of a Medical Technologist/Clinical laboratory professional.

Program Details:

Total Credit Hours: 112

Total Quarters: 8

Possible Job Titles

Medical Laboratory Technician (Medical Lab Tech), Laboratory Technician, Laboratory Assistant and Laboratory Associate

Skills, Tasks and Knowlege required for the job:

• Performing collection procedures, processing and analyzing biological specimens, and carrying out procedures in the many aspects of routine clinical laboratory tests
• Prepare and maintain laborary equipment
• Interpret test results
• Consult with a pathologist for futher diagnosis or analysis of specimens
• May work under the supervision of either a Medical Laboratory Technologist, Scientist or Lab Manager

Typical Work Environments:

• A hospital laboratory under the direct supervision of a Medical Technologist or Clinical laboratory professional
• Specialized reference laboratory
• Lab in a Physician's office
• Industrial/research laboratory

Medical Assistant Schools

It is possible for a student to earn an Associate Degree at Harrison College in a very little amount of time, as little as 18 months or a Diploma in about twelve months time. There are options for students interested in either two-year or four-year programs, some campuses offer 24-month Certificate Programs, while others offer the more traditional four-year Bachelor of Science Degrees.

In today's job market which is highly competitive, a student of IBC is able to gain techniques which are important for him to be successful. Your training will be provided by teachers who are both extremely skilled and experienced, and who are committed to helping you succeed.

With a small class size, you get individual and personal attention to help you do well. Highly-respected professionals have been consulted, and their opinions have been integrated into the various programs that are offered. The training offered is made to help you gain skills in a short amount of time.

Medical Assistant (Six Quarters to Completion)

After spending six quarters in the Medical Assistant Program, students will be ready to perform both front and back office procedures with confidence and efficiency. Students will receive training in a professional environment, and they will be equipped to help physicians in a variety of ways, including minor surgeries and lab tests, assessing vital signs, and dispensing medications. Physicians' offices, medical clinics, laboratories, and other health-related agencies all employ the help of medical assistants. Additional Information on Accreditation of Program.

Medical Assistant with Functional Spanish (8 Quarters to Completion)

This program has been designed for native English speakers, and it is 8 quarters long. Practical training is imparted to the students enabling them to work on medical office software and help physicians in minor surgical operations, conducting laboratory tests, assess vital signs, medication administration, operation of ECG machines, and execution of therapeutic modalities as prescribed by the physicians. The program is also made to instruct Medical Assistants to work well with patients who primarily speak Spanish. Included within this program are reading comprehension, written communication, and a highlight on oral communication skills. Because of the growing numbers in the Hispanic population, students will benefit from this program by being able to assist Spanish-speaking patients with their medical needs. After finishing this program, students will have acquired a basic knowledge of the Spanish Language necessary in a health care environment. Many medical environments demand the services of qualified medical assistants, including doctors' offices, clinics, and health agencies.

It is possible for a student to earn an Associate Degree at Harrison College in a very little amount of time, as little as 18 months or a Diploma in about twelve months time. There are options for students interested in either two-year or four-year programs, some campuses offer 24-month Certificate Programs, while others offer the more traditional four-year Bachelor of Science Degrees.

In today's job market which is highly competitive, a student of IBC is able to gain techniques which are important for him to be successful. Your training will be provided by teachers who are both extremely skilled and experienced, and who are committed to helping you succeed.

With a small class size, you get individual and personal attention to help you do well. Highly-respected professionals have been consulted, and their opinions have been integrated into the various programs that are offered. The training offered is made to help you gain skills in a short amount of time.

Medical Assistant (Six Quarters to Completion)

After spending six quarters in the Medical Assistant Program, students will be ready to perform both front and back office procedures with confidence and efficiency. Students will receive training in a professional environment, and they will be equipped to help physicians in a variety of ways, including minor surgeries and lab tests, assessing vital signs, and dispensing medications. Physicians' offices, medical clinics, laboratories, and other health-related agencies all employ the help of medical assistants. Additional Information on Accreditation of Program.

Medical Assistant with Functional Spanish (8 Quarters to Completion)

This program has been designed for native English speakers, and it is 8 quarters long. Practical training is imparted to the students enabling them to work on medical office software and help physicians in minor surgical operations, conducting laboratory tests, assess vital signs, medication administration, operation of ECG machines, and execution of therapeutic modalities as prescribed by the physicians. The program is also made to instruct Medical Assistants to work well with patients who primarily speak Spanish. Included within this program are reading comprehension, written communication, and a highlight on oral communication skills. Because of the growing numbers in the Hispanic population, students will benefit from this program by being able to assist Spanish-speaking patients with their medical needs. After finishing this program, students will have acquired a basic knowledge of the Spanish Language necessary in a health care environment. Many medical environments demand the services of qualified medical assistants, including doctors' offices, clinics, and health agencies.

Surgical Technician Programs

The program equips a student for an entry-level job in any health care facility including surgical centers, medical centers, and hospitals. In it, students learn the necessary skills to become knowledgeable, responsible, and professional members of surgical teams. Hospitals, medical centers, public and private surgical centers, and a number of other health care facilities have entry-level positions for the graduate of this program.

Total Credit Hours: 96

Total Quarters: 7

Potential Job Titles

Surgical Technologist, Surgical Tech, Surgical Technician, Operating Room Techncial

Skills, Tasks & Knowledge of the Job

• Assist in the operating room with surgical personnel supervising
• Prepare and maintain a sterile operating room
• Assist during surgeries, including passing instruments and adjusting equipment
• Stand for long periods of time and be able to lift at least 50 pounds
• Assist in preparing patients for surgery and moving patients afterward
• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, pharmacology, and surgical procedures
• Typical Work Environments
• All health care facilities including surgical centers, hospitals, and medical centers

The program equips a student for an entry-level job in any health care facility including surgical centers, medical centers, and hospitals. In it, students learn the necessary skills to become knowledgeable, responsible, and professional members of surgical teams. Hospitals, medical centers, public and private surgical centers, and a number of other health care facilities have entry-level positions for the graduate of this program.

Total Credit Hours: 96

Total Quarters: 7

Potential Job Titles

Surgical Technologist, Surgical Tech, Surgical Technician, Operating Room Techncial

Skills, Tasks & Knowledge of the Job

• Assist in the operating room with surgical personnel supervising
• Prepare and maintain a sterile operating room
• Assist during surgeries, including passing instruments and adjusting equipment
• Stand for long periods of time and be able to lift at least 50 pounds
• Assist in preparing patients for surgery and moving patients afterward
• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, pharmacology, and surgical procedures
• Typical Work Environments
• All health care facilities including surgical centers, hospitals, and medical centers

Medical Reimbursement Technology - Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S)

This program teaches students what they need to know to apply coding classification systems for billing medical professional services to insurance companies, maintaining patient accounts and performing billing procedures for optimal claim reimbursement. Students will be taught to use medical office software programs in order to enter patient insurance and registration data, manage health information files, schedule appointments and submit electronic claims forms. The importance of compliance with both managed care policies and with state and federal regulations will be emphasized. Important skills required for this profession are a high degree of accuracy and a working knowledge of medical terminology, diseases, and treatments. Multiple opportunities in medical coding careers exist in facilities such as physician’s offices, clinics, inpatient care, medical billing management and insurance organizations.

Likely Job Titles

Medical Billing Coordinator, Medical Billing Specialist, Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Billing Clerk, Medical Reimbursement Specialist, Medical Reimbursement Technician, Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerk.

Skills, Tasks & Knowledge needed for the Job:

• Utilize medical office software programs to input patient insurance and registration data, manage health information files, schedule appointments and submit electronic claims forms.
• Understand compliance with state and federal regulations and managed care policies.
• Maintain a high degree of accuracy and a working knowledge of medical terminology, diseases and treatments.
• Other required skills include: attentive listening, reading comprehension, mathematics, writing, critical thinking, customer and personal service and organization skills.
• Tools used on the job: Calculators, desktop computers, accounting and billing software, Internet and office suite software (MS Office: Word, Excel, etc.)

Typical Work Environments:

• Physicians’ offices
• Clinics
• Inpatient care facilities
• Medical billing management companies
• Insurance companies

Health Care Management - Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.)

This program in health care management gives medical students a basic understanding of accounting, marketing, finance, law and management, to give them the knowledge and skills required to assume management positions in the health care industry. Knowledge and skills in research, critical thinking, problem solving, current technology for application and use in a health care setting will be developed by the students. Students will develop teamwork and leadership abilities through their work in classroom assignments. Professional ethics and their role in the health care industry will also be a focus. This pro

List of education programs offered by Harrison College