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Carrington College - Tucson

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Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant Program A.A.S.

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Students in Carrington College’s Dental Assisting program begin with a broad base of knowledge on subjects ranging from anatomy of the head and mouth to sterilization techniques to front-office operations. Students’ progress to learning specific skills and building their understanding of dental procedures performed in dental offices. As they near the end of their studies, Dental Assisting students complete an externship.

Dental assistants provide patient care and chair-side support as dentists complete exams and procedures. Most visibly, people may see dental assistant’s passing instruments, but that’s just the beginning of their technical skills. By the end of Carrington College’s Dental Assistant programs, you’ll be able to:

Assist with dental procedures such as fillings, crowns, and extractions
Take & pouring dental impressions (molds of the mouth)
Prepare patients for surgery
Operate equipment and monitors
Talk with patients
Perform administrative tasks
Prepare examination areas
Clean up after procedures
Sterilize equipment

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Dental Assistant Program Certificate Program

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Students in Carrington College’s Dental Assisting program begin with a broad base of knowledge on subjects ranging from anatomy of the head and mouth to sterilization techniques to front-office operations. Students’ progress to learning specific skills and building their understanding of dental procedures performed in dental offices. As they near the end of their studies, Dental Assisting students complete an externship.

Dental assistants provide patient care and chair-side support as dentists complete exams and procedures. Most visibly, people may see dental assistant’s passing instruments, but that’s just the beginning of their technical skills. By the end of Carrington College’s Dental Assistant programs, you’ll be able to:

Assist with dental procedures such as fillings, crowns, and extractions
Take & pouring dental impressions (molds of the mouth)
Prepare patients for surgery
Operate equipment and monitors
Talk with patients
Perform administrative tasks
Prepare examination areas
Clean up after procedures
Sterilize equipment

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Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant A.A.S.

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Upon completion of the Medical Assisting program, graduates will be able to:

Perform clerical functions, bookkeeping functions and process insurance claims within the medical office setting
Conduct a variety of diagnostic tests using equipment, materials, and techniques within the scope of practice
Perform and assist with routine patient procedures and care as they relate to a medical setting
Maintain supplies and equipment as it relates to a medical setting
Demonstrate the ability to apply critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and professionalism

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Medical Assistant Certificate Program

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Upon completion of the Medical Assisting program, graduates will be able to:

Perform clerical functions, bookkeeping functions and process insurance claims within the medical office setting
Conduct a variety of diagnostic tests using equipment, materials, and techniques within the scope of practice
Perform and assist with routine patient procedures and care as they relate to a medical setting
Maintain supplies and equipment as it relates to a medical setting
Demonstrate the ability to apply critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and professionalism

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Medical Records and Health Information Technician

Medical Billing and Coding Certificate Program

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Carrington’s Medical Billing and Coding programs train future medical secretaries the specialized skills and knowledge necessary to perform medical coding and process medical insurance billing and claims within the health care setting.

Class instruction combines theory and practice to meet the competencies needed to be a medical biller and coder. Students learn to accurately interpret medical records and code the information for submission to insurance companies.

The medical billing and coding industry is changing, and you’re poised to be at the forefront of this growing industry. In Carrington College’s Medical Billing and Coding training program, you’ll receive a combination of theory and practical training to help you prepare for your career. You’ll also have the opportunity to build your skills and gain real-world experience through an externship. When you graduate, you should be prepared to put your knowledge, critical thinking and specialized skills to use.

Our program is built to give you the information and experience you need to be able to:

Demonstrate the skills and knowledge necessary to perform medical coding and process medical insurance billing and claims within the health care setting
Perform clerical functions and communicate with other professionals, patients and visitors in the health care setting
Demonstrate the ability to apply critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and professionalism

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Medical Billing and Coding Program A.A.S

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Carrington’s Medical Billing and Coding programs train future medical secretaries the specialized skills and knowledge necessary to perform medical coding and process medical insurance billing and claims within the health care setting.

Class instruction combines theory and practice to meet the competencies needed to be a medical biller and coder. Students learn to accurately interpret medical records and code the information for submission to insurance companies.

The medical billing and coding industry is changing, and you’re poised to be at the forefront of this growing industry. In Carrington College’s Medical Billing and Coding training program, you’ll receive a combination of theory and practical training to help you prepare for your career. You’ll also have the opportunity to build your skills and gain real-world experience through an externship. When you graduate, you should be prepared to put your knowledge, critical thinking and specialized skills to use.

Our program is built to give you the information and experience you need to be able to:

Demonstrate the skills and knowledge necessary to perform medical coding and process medical insurance billing and claims within the health care setting
Perform clerical functions and communicate with other professionals, patients and visitors in the health care setting
Demonstrate the ability to apply critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and professionalism

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Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technology Program Certificate

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Carrington’s Pharmacy Technology program provides both theory and practical training, which enables technicians, upon licensure*, to function as a competent entry-level assistant to a licensed pharmacist.

Our pharmacy technician programs offer courses that cover topics including knowledge of pharmacy calculations, drug distribution systems, characteristics of drugs, and how to prepare sterile dosage forms.

Pharmacy technicians receive and fill prescriptions under the supervision of licensed pharmacists. Duties related to the daily operation of the pharmacy are often parts of the job, such as answering phones, creating prescription labels, maintaining patient profiles and prescription histories, completing cash register transactions, preparing insurance claim forms and inventory tasks.

Upon completion of the Pharmacy Technology program, graduates will be able to:

Demonstrate the skills and knowledge necessary to function as a competent entry-level assistant to a licensed pharmacist
Demonstrate the ability to apply critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and professionalism

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Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapy Technology Certificate Program

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Carrington’s Physical Therapy Technology program trains future physical therapist aides through classroom study, lab exercises, and practice and clinical training in an off-campus professional environment

Students in the Physical Therapy Technology program practice a range of skills that encompass anatomy and physiology, pathologies, medical terminology, therapeutic exercises and a wide range of modality applications that would include ultrasound, electrical stimulation, therapeutic exercises, hydrotherapy and others.boration, communication, and professionalism

Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions providing support to physical therapists and physical therapist assistants, chiropractors and personal trainers and to patients who are recovering from an injury, adapting to trauma or disability or participating in a fitness training program.

Upon completion of the Physical Therapy Technology program, graduates will be able to:

Demonstrate the skills and knowledge to assist with various therapeutic techniques
Demonstrate skills required to complete a patient treatment session safely
Establish foundational knowledge of anatomy and physiology in relation to patient care

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Nurse - LPN / LVN

Registered Nursing (RN) License

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Carrington’s registered nursing training prepares future nurses to provide health care duties including taking medical histories, recording vital signs and symptoms, performing diagnostic tests, drawing blood, giving injections and more.

Courses, which are a mix of classroom lectures, practical training and clinical exercises, cover topics including anatomy and physiology, microbiology, maternal child nursing, medical-surgical nursing and pharmacology.

In addition to technical coursework, this degree program will include a broad base of general education course offerings focusing on:

Communication skills
English composition
Mathematics
Science
Social sciences

A career as a registered nurse is more than a job, it’s a whole life. Successful RNs care about people and want to help others. When you complete Carrington College’s Registered Nursing program, you will be comfortable in all aspects of life as a registered nurse. From communicating with patients to clinical duties, Carrington’s lectures, training and clinical exercises mean you’ll have hands-on experience before you get to your first job.

Upon completion of the Registered Nursing program, graduates will be able to:

Demonstrate the skills and knowledge to utilize the nursing process to provide care to clients in a variety of clinical settings
Demonstrate academic preparedness to take the NCLEX-RN examination
Demonstrate the ability to apply critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and professionalism

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Vet Technician

Veterinary Assisting Certificate Program

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Carrington College’s Veterinary Assisting program prepares students for the clinical, lab, and administrative duties required for entry-level employment as a veterinary assistant. The program concludes in an externship that allows students to practice skills in an actual veterinary health care setting.

Our veterinary assistant college offers courses that provide education in the clinical, laboratory, and administrative duties of a veterinary assistant. They include animal anatomy and physiology, nursing skills, pharmaceutical chemistry, and a wealth of other surgical and office skills.

Veterinary assistants typically work under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian doing clinical work such as performing various diagnostic tests and medical treatments. They also assist with dental care, prepare tissue samples and assist veterinarians in a variety of exams and procedures.

Upon completion of the Veterinary Assistant programs, graduates will be able to:

Perform a variety of administrative, clinical, nursing and surgical assisting procedures in veterinary medical settings
Demonstrate the ability to apply critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and professionalism

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Contact Phone Number

520-368-3028

Address

201 N. Bonita Ave. Ste. 101
Tucson, AZ 85745
United States