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Altierus Career College
Altierus Career College - Houston Bissonnet, TX
Guided by non-profit values, Altierus Career College holistically prepares students to forge new career paths. Its all-inclusive approach includes technology-enabled coursework that provides learning flexibility and meets the current day needs of employers; hands-on training in real-world environments; integrated professional skills development; and comprehensive support throughout the student journey. Current locations include Houston, Texas; Tampa, Florida; and Atlanta, Georgia. Altierus is part of ECMC Education, a nonprofit career and technical education provider that delivers holistic educational experiences that improve student outcomes.
Tuition includes an iPad, professional tools, externship (varies by program), and certification/licensure prep and testing, as applicable, at no extra cost so you are ready to begin your training fully equipped. You will gain hands on-training experience in professional learning environments complimented by technology-enabled instruction, such as interactive lectures and online coursework.
As a medical assistant, you’ll have the chance to make patients feel at ease. Be an integral part of a medical team as you perform administrative and clinical tasks in the offices of physicians, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities.
This program covers the structure and function of major body systems along with medical terminology, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, computer skills, administrative processes, bookkeeping and accounting practices, and the processing of medical insurance forms and claims.
As a medical billing and coding specialist, you’ll keep the business aspects of a healthcare facility running smoothly. Your ability to properly bill and code medical procedures will help healthcare facilities positively serve their patients.
Upon successful completion of this program, you’ll be able to proficiently identify components and use correct medical terminology of body systems, utilize proper ICD-10-CM/CPT/HCPCS coding, and determine the correct application of health insurance forms and documents.
As a pharmacy technician, you could play an essential role in improving the quality of people's lives. Partner with pharmacists to process and fill prescriptions, manage pharmaceutical inventory accurately, and process insurance claims.
This program is built to the guidelines of the American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP). It’s designed to prepare you to play a major role in pharmacy operations. You’ll gain knowledge in pharmacy calculations, drug distribution systems, and preparation of sterile dosage forms.
As a surgical technologist, you’ll have the chance to make a real difference in the operating room. You’ll play a vital role in providing quality patient care before, during, and after surgery as a critical member of the surgical team.
During the clinical portion of the program, you’ll complete a minimum of 120 cases of various surgical specialties in the first and second scrub roles while supervised by a clinical instructor. This program is designed to prepare you to work as a competent, entry-level surgical technologists with the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills) and affective (behavior) skills.
9700 Bissonnet St Suite 1400
Houston,