April 14, 2020 (Los Angeles, California) &/blog/category/admissions-spotlight/feed/8211; In effort to expand its offerings for adult education programs in the healthcare arena, 17cÆð²ÝÉçÇø has announced that it has launched its Online Health Information Technology (HIT) Associate&/blog/category/admissions-spotlight/feed/8217;s degree program. The next start date for the new program is July 6th, 2020. Students can review the details of the program, including the curriculum, obtain admissions information and apply online via the 17cÆð²ÝÉçÇø website or by calling (213) 427-2200.

17cÆð²ÝÉçÇø has specifically designed the new online HIT program so that students can schedule a full curriculum around their busy lives. 17cÆð²ÝÉçÇø’s programs are flexible and transfer-friendly so that students can make the most of credits they’ve already earned from other institutions. Many of 17cÆð²ÝÉçÇø&/blog/category/admissions-spotlight/feed/8217;s students are part-time workers who are paying their way through school.

In light of the recent restrictions many workplaces have imposed in order to allow for greater social distancing, as well as, the growing demand for flexible adult education programs, many students are turning to online degree programs for advanced career training. Furthermore, Health Information Technology is a critical component of the healthcare universe. Industry analysts predict that job growth for Health Information Technicians will increase 11% through 2028 according to the

The 17cÆð²ÝÉçÇø HIT degree program curriculum includes seven 11-week modules. In this program, students will learn all the industry-standard and emerging EHR systems, medical terminology, ICD-10 and CPT codes and healthcare industry best practices. Students will also engage in 40 hours of hands-on training as a part of the curriculum in the program.

To ensure that all of its programs are up to the standards students need to achieve their career goals, 17cÆð²ÝÉçÇø has confirmed that the HIT program is one of the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) Accredited Programs.

To view the details of the new health information technology program and learn more about start dates, financial aid and admissions requirements, go to /programs/online-associates-degree-health-information-technology/.

About 17cÆð²ÝÉçÇø: Founded in 1982, 17cÆð²ÝÉçÇø is located in the heart of Los Angeles. For over 30 years, 17cÆð²ÝÉçÇø has provided quality healthcare education and training to the local community. Over the years, 17cÆð²ÝÉçÇø has grown from a role as a smaller local educational institution to becoming one of Los Angeles’ top non-profit resources for healthcare career training. 17cÆð²ÝÉçÇø holds accreditation from the Accrediting Bureau of Health and Education Schools (ABHES) and is a Non-Profit Healthcare Career College. For more information about 17cÆð²ÝÉçÇø and their online degree programs, visit cbd.edu.

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I’m an Admissions representative in the Admissions Department here at 17cÆð²ÝÉçÇø. Prospective students will come in and see me, and I help them decide which program is best for them.  Many times students come in thinking one thing, and leave thinking another.  I let them know what to expect from classes and homework to school life.  We guide them towards the path that suits them best and set them up for success considering their work and home life.

What makes the 17cÆð²ÝÉçÇø student body unique?

Our students are very serious about what they want in the career they see themselves in.  We have students who come on board and go through interview processes and testing before they get accepted into a majority of our programs.

What should I start doing today to be accepted into my dream healthcare field tomorrow?

I always say volunteer in the field of your career choice.  Let’s say you want to do OTA, find an OTA location that will let you volunteer.  That’s how you can ensure that you’re doing what you want to do.  You don’t want to go through all this schooling and find out that’s not what you really wanted to do.

Do all majors have the chance to have internships, and are they a common part of the educational experience?

Yes they do.  Every student will be assigned a clinical site, and once they’re there, they hone in on the career.  You’re getting on the job training whether you’re side by side with a doctor or surgeon.  This prepares our students for what to expect once they have a job.  In the real world, tardiness isn’t accepted, your attendance is pivotal to the functioning of the clinic, office, or hospital.  They have to follow rules as if they’re one of the employee there.

How accessible are professors?  What are some examples of professor/student interactions outside of the classroom?

Many of our professors are here all day.  They have a break in between classes, and they’re here for students who need tutoring or extra lab time.  They’re very accessible.

How large are the largest classes? How small are the smallest classes?  What is the average class size?

The largest is 30, the smallest can vary.  For instance, in a program like Dental started with five students, then when the next module starts, there will be another five, so that’s 10 students.  That alone really sets us a part from other colleges because students are getting a considerable amount of one-on-one time with their professors and instructors.  Some classes have instructors and aides, so there’s always time to work with both of them.

Are there academic support services on campus such as tutoring and writing centers?

They can talk to their instructors, program directors, and aides for their office/tutoring hours.  Students often set up their own study groups in the Student Resource Center, where you can also talk to Student Affairs and Career Services for help with writing and résumé building, respectively.

What excites you about guiding someone to become a 17cÆð²ÝÉçÇø Student?

Seeing the transformation from the time they walk in to when they walk across the stage at graduation is my favorite part about being in admissions.  Many people come in, not knowing what they want to do or what they can do.  We set them up to be excited when they start and all the way through their time here.  You’ll never see a student who is not happy to be here on campus.  Of course, they’re nervous for finals, but they’re ultimately enthusiastic about their career choice and what they’re doing.

Do you have any advice for potential students interested in pursuing a career in the healthcare industry?

You have to have patience for this kind of work.  You’re working with people who aren’t themselves when they’re sick and need special attention.  You have to have a huge passion to work in the medical field.

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