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The goal of the NATEF-accredited Automotive Technology Program is to prepare students for employment in the automotive services industry. Graduates are employed in sales, parts, and technician positions.

Computer Information Systems: Computer Support Option graduates provide technical assistance to computer system users. They may answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, via telephone, or from a remote location. They may provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems. Job titles may include: Help Desk Analyst, Computer Support Specialist, Computer Technician, Technical Support Specialist, Systems Administrator, Network Support Specialist, or Network Technician.

Computer Information Systems: Computer Support Option graduates provide technical assistance to computer system users. They may answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, via telephone, or from a remote location. They may provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems. Job titles may include: Help Desk Analyst, Computer Support Specialist, Computer Technician, Technical Support Specialist, Systems Administrator, Network Support Specialist, or Network Technician.

Computer Information Systems: Computer Support Option graduates provide technical assistance to computer system users. They may answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, via telephone, or from a remote location. They may provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems. Job titles may include: Help Desk Analyst, Computer Support Specialist, Computer Technician, Technical Support Specialist, Systems Administrator, Network Support Specialist, or Network Technician.

Computer Information Systems: Computer Support Option graduates provide technical assistance to computer system users. They may answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, via telephone, or from a remote location. They may provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems. Job titles may include: Help Desk Analyst, Computer Support Specialist, Computer Technician, Technical Support Specialist, Systems Administrator, Network Support Specialist, or Network Technician.

Computer Information Systems: Computer Support Option graduates provide technical assistance to computer system users. They may answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, via telephone, or from a remote location. They may provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems. Job titles may include: Help Desk Analyst, Computer Support Specialist, Computer Technician, Technical Support Specialist, Systems Administrator, Network Support Specialist, or Network Technician.

The Computer Information Systems: Criminal Justice Cyber Security Option combines information technology fundamentals and information systems security with an in-depth look at the criminal justice system. This unique combination of skills prepares students to repair and protect computer systems and networks in a law enforcement setting. Students will generally need to obtain a law enforcement POST certificate before or after completing this program to gain eligibility for employment.

The Criminal Justice program at Jefferson College teaches the fundamentals of the criminal justice profession, providing the student with a broad base of knowledge that integrates academic content in corrections, law enforcement, court systems, and private security. The primary goal of this program is to give students the broad-based preparation necessary to become qualified criminal justice professionals in the field.

The mission of the Jefferson College Law Enforcement Academy is to provide quality law enforcement training for both the new law enforcement recruit and the veteran law enforcement officer. The training is designed to provide individuals and agencies with the information and skills needed to meet the needs of the community, develop skills to remain current in information and technology, and to prepare law enforcement officers to successfully respond to the challenges of a diverse society.

The Criminal Justice program at Jefferson College teaches the fundamentals of the criminal justice profession, providing the student with a broad base of knowledge that integrates academic content in corrections, law enforcement, court systems, and private security. The primary goal of this program is to give students the broad-based preparation necessary to become qualified criminal justice professionals in the field.

The mission of the Jefferson College Law Enforcement Academy is to provide quality law enforcement training for both the new law enforcement recruit and the veteran law enforcement officer. The training is designed to provide individuals and agencies with the information and skills needed to meet the needs of the community, develop skills to remain current in information and technology, and to prepare law enforcement officers to successfully respond to the challenges of a diverse society.

The Criminal Justice program at Jefferson College teaches the fundamentals of the criminal justice profession, providing the student with a broad base of knowledge that integrates academic content in corrections, law enforcement, court systems, and private security. The primary goal of this program is to give students the broad-based preparation necessary to become qualified criminal justice professionals in the field.

The mission of the Jefferson College Law Enforcement Academy is to provide quality law enforcement training for both the new law enforcement recruit and the veteran law enforcement officer. The training is designed to provide individuals and agencies with the information and skills needed to meet the needs of the community, develop skills to remain current in information and technology, and to prepare law enforcement officers to successfully respond to the challenges of a diverse society.

The primary purpose of this program is to provide students with the background and professional competencies necessary for employment in the field of early childhood care and education. Upon graduation, students will be prepared for employment in a variety of settings including preschools, day care centers, school-age child care centers, residential centers, public schools (as classroom assistants), and recreation centers.

The primary purpose of this program is to provide students with the background and professional competencies necessary for employment in the field of early childhood care and education. Upon graduation, students will be prepared for employment in a variety of settings including preschools, day care centers, school-age child care centers, residential centers, public schools (as classroom assistants), and recreation centers.

A licensed Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic is a trained person who responds to emergency calls to provide efficient and immediate care to the critically ill and injured, stabilizes, and transports the patient to a medical facility. A career ladder in Emergency Medical Technology has been established which would enable the student to stop at any level with job skills or progress to the associate degree as a Paramedic. Qualified Emergency Medical Technicians/Paramedics may find job opportunities in many fields of endeavor including health service facilities, fire departments, industry, and ambulance services. This program is accredited through the MO Division of Health - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services. Successful completion of the course and board examinations results in certification with NREMT (National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians), which is pursuant to licensure in all participating states.

The Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT) provides students with a solid foundation both in the liberal arts and in teacher education coursework, thus ensuring a positive and effective start for pre-service teachers on their journeys into the field of education. As a result, this foundation not only effectively prepares graduates for their educational experiences as they continue their professional development at senior colleges and universities, it also enhances the quality of their performance in pre-school through secondary school classrooms.

The two-year hybrid Health Information Technology (HIT) Program is dedicated to producing competent health care professionals. Careers in Health Information Technology offer a variety of exciting opportunities for graduates. After successful completion of the program, graduates will be eligible to sit for the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification.

The Jefferson College occupational therapy assistant program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), located at 6116 Executive Boulevard, Suite 200, North Bethesda, MD 20852-4929. ACOTE’s telephone number c/o AOTA is (301) 652-AOTA and its web address is www.acoteonline.org.

The Physical Therapist Assistant Program at Jefferson College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: accreditation@apta.org; website: www.capteonline.org. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call the Program Director, Bridget Webb, at 636-481-3414 or email her at bwebb2@jeffco.edu.

A career in radiologic technology can lead in many directions. Radiologic technologists are needed in every health care setting. You could work in a large hospital, a suburban outpatient clinic or a rural physician's office. You could specialize in dozens of clinical areas ranging from prenatal care to orthopedics. You could manage an entire radiology department, including its budget and personnel. You could teach, inspiring new generations of radiologic technologists, or you could perform research that leads to breakthroughs in diagnostic imaging. View this message from the Program Director!

The Jefferson College Veterinary Technology Program is fully accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). This program combines the study of college-level general education courses and extensive course work in science and animal health theory and practice designed to prepare graduates for careers as registered veterinary technicians. Acceptance into the program is competitive; the Veterinary Technology Admission Committee evaluates applicants. Please see our admission procedures, additional inquiries contact either Veterinary Technology or the Office of Admissions.

Jefferson College's Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Technology training program prepares students for careers in the rapidly growing and increasingly technical field of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC).

The Welding Technology curriculum combines not only advanced welding skills but related technical courses designed to prepare students for employment as welders, welder-fitters, specialist welders, or ultimately, welding supervisors, analysts, inspectors, and welding technicians. The American Welding Society standards are stressed.