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Kaplan College

Kaplan College provides career-oriented education and personal skills development. The school offers real-world programs that are designed to meet the needs of students and employers in the surrounding area of each of its campuses, which are located in Arizona, California, Colorado, Indiana, Maryland, Nevada, Ohio, Washington, and Wisconsin.

Each campus is accredited by one of several regional or national accrediting agencies approved by the US Deoartment of Education. The school offers extensive career planning and placement services through its Placement Office.

Degree and Certificate Programs and Courses of Study

Because the school tailors its programs to meet local requirements and student needs, exact courses and the degree, certificate, or diploma granted will vary by campus, and not every program is offered at every location.

Dental Assistant

This program includes training in the clinical and lab aspects of dental assisting, along with front office duties. Students may learn skills including four-handed dentistry, taking X-Rays, patient care, and taking dental impressions.

Find out more about the Dental Assistant program at Kaplan College.

Healthcare and Rehab Therapy Technician

This program provides training in the skills required to become a nurse assistant or a rehabilitation technician. Coursework includes training in medical terminology, phlebotomy, vital signs, and charting. Students learn the principles of home health care for different types of patients and illnesses. They are exposed to the principles of rehabilitative therapy, including ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and therapeutic exercise. Offered at the Vista campus.

Find out more about the Healthcare and Rehab Therapy Technician diploma program at Kaplan College.

Massage Therapy

As a member of the American Massage Therapy Association, the college offers a 36 week Massage therapy certificate or diploma that prepares graduates for the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage and Body Work exam. Students learn massage techniques and systemic pathologies for many of the body's systems. The program also includes career development training. Offered at the Palm Springs, Riverside and Vista campuses.

Get more information on the Massage Therapy certificate from Kaplan College.

Medical Assistant

The Medical Assistant program prepares the graduate for positions assisting physicians and other medical personnel in clinics, hospitals, and other health care facilities. The programs emphasize laboratory and clinical skills, including performing laboratory tests, charting, taking patient vital signs, and assisting in examinations and minor surgeries. The program may include an internship.

Get more information on the Medical Assistant diploma and degree programs from Kaplan College.

Medical Billing and Coding

Learn about insurance plan reimbursement and disease and treatment classification for reimbursement in this five quarter certificate program. The program teaches the operation of computerized billing systems, and how to properly submit insurance claims using the HCFA claim form. Students learn about several insurance plans, and the applicable regulations used in patient referral.

Learn more about the Medical Billing and Coding program from Kaplan College.

Medical Insurance Coder and Biller

Prepare for the Certified Medical Coder exam with this diploma program that teaches how to process medical insurance claims. You'll learn the ICD and CPT codes used in insurance processing, and how to process claims for HMOs and PPOs. The program includes training in computer skills, medical terminology, and medical management skills such as bookkeeping, correspondence, and time management. Offered at the Vista campus.

Find out more about the Medical Insurance Coder and Biller diploma from Kaplan College.

Medical Office Specialist

This eight month program provides training in the procedures used in medical offices. Students learn medical terminology, medical ethics, billing and collections, medical recordkeeping, and bookkeeping procedures. Graduates may work in outpatient clinics, insurance companies, hospitals, or dental offices.

Find out more about the Medical Office Specialist Certificate or diploma from Kaplan College.

Nursing

Students learn patient care and pathophysiology skills in this Associate degree program which offers both classroom and clinical experience. The program also covers patient education, client assessment, and a general studies and social studies program. Offered at the San Diego campus.

Find out more about the Nursing degree from Kaplan College.

Vocational Nursing

Learn the principles of direct patient care in this comprehensive training program. Coursework includes anatomy and physiology, rehabilitation and patient teaching, clinical diagnostics, and disease symptoms. Graduates are prepared to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-VN) for licensure as a Vocational Nurse. Program is offered at the Vista and San Diego campuses.

Get more information on the Vocational Nurse certificate program at Kaplan College.

Admissions and Financial Aid

To find out more about the programs offered, and the surprisingly simple application process, complete a contact form. You'll be contacted by an admissions representative who can arrange for a campus tour and interview, and answer any questions you may have. The school has a Financing Office, and each prospective student is encouraged to use its services to determine if any loans or grants are available. For additional information on admissions, financial aid, tuition and fees, click here.

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