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Health Care

NEW! Medical Labratory Technician (Diploma, 18 Months)

If you’ve got a mind for science and a meticulous eye for detail, then LBI’s new Medical Laboratory Technician Program could be the right choice for you.

This new program, developed in conjunction with several local and regional medical organizations, will prepare you to perform laboratory procedures and work as a laboratory technician in a variety of medical settings.

You’ll start with courses in medical terminology, biology, chemistry, and algebra (among others) to develop a strong knowledge base in the sciences. Soon, you’ll be learning how to perform routine diagnostics, including tests in hematology, bacteriology, urinalysis, immunology, and chemistry.

As you advance in the program, you’ll learn to prepare specimens and use analyzers to generate data on blood, tissues, and fluids by using a variety of methodologies and technologies — all the while developing specific techniques and using instruments that will enable you to recognize factors that directly affect patient procedures and treatment outcomes. Then, in your final semester, you’ll get to put your knowledge to the test and develop real-world experience with a clinical internship in a laboratory or other medical facility.

And the outlook for Medical Lab Technicians is good. According to a May 13, 2009 article in the Wall Street Journal, the American Society for Clinical Pathology says job vacancy rates in some states currently top 50%. Furthermore, the federal government estimates that 138,000 new lab professionals will be needed by 2012 to replace retiring technicians, but only 50,000 will be trained by that time because a third of the training programs at colleges around the country have been closed down.

Interested? Good, but hurry. LBI plans to begin this program in September 2009. Call our Admission Department at 724-439-4900 or send them an email . You can also visit our contact page, and we'll be in touch with you shortly.

 

Careers

• Hospitals
• Surgical Centers
• Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories
• Medical Centers

Certifications

• Certification through the American Society of Clinical Pathologists

NEW! Pharmacy Technician (Diploma, 12 Months)

Need a prescription for a new career? We have it.

The need for well-trained and knowledgeable Pharmacy Technicians is increasing locally and nationally. Our Pharmacy Technician program — a well-rounded mix of classroom work, laboratory hours, and practical experience — is designed to teach you the skills to work as a Pharmacy Technician in private pharmacies, retail settings, hospitals, and medical centers.

You'll start by building a strong knowledge base with classes such as Pharmacology I, Pharmacy Law & Ethics, and Medical Terminology. Then, you'll take courses to develop and sharpen that core knowledge — learning how to interpret prescriptions, use medication distribution systems, distribute controlled substances, provide quality assurance, and use drug information resources such as pharmaceutical databases.

You'll round out these courses by focusing on career development and refining your skills with practical, hands-on experience during your internship. Once you graduate, you'll be prepared to sit for the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination.

Careers

• Private Pharmacies
• Retail Pharmacies
• Hospitals
• Medical Centers
• Outpatient Clinics

Certifications

• National Pharmacy Technician Certification

Respiratory Therapy (Specialized Associate Degree, 18 Months)

Does your career need a breath of fresh air? Then think about becoming a Respiratory Therapist and joining a respected profession that's growing in this region and across the country.

In this program at LBI, you'll start by developing basic medical skills like taking blood pressure and using oxygen delivery devices. Soon after that, you'll learn to use advanced technology such as EKG machines and oxygen analyzers, and you'll study advanced medical topics like cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology, pulmonary functions, and critical care issues. Most importantly, you'll develop and sharpen your skills by applying this knowledge in clinical situations throughout the program.

Once you graduate, you’ll be able to take the Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) exam and, after that, the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) exam. Then, you'll be ready to begin a career as an advanced level respiratory therapist, able to work in a wide variety of settings to evaluate, treat, and manage patients of all ages with respiratory illnesses and related conditions.

Careers

• Doctors' Offices
• Hospitals
• Clinics
• Personal Care Homes
• Other Medical Facilities

Certifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist
• CPR
• First Aid

Medical Assistant (Specialized Associate Degree, 18 Months)

If your career needs a shot in the arm, consider a Medical Assistant degree at LBI.

Medical Assistants are in high demand because they offer a healthy mix of clinical and administrative skills. With this degree, you'll learn office skills like scheduling and billing as well as clinical skills such as taking vital signs, giving injections, dispensing medications, and taking blood.

After graduation, you'll be prepared to take tests for certifications in Certified Medical Assistant and phlebotomy — both of which improve your skill set as well as your career opportunities.

Careers

• Doctors' Offices
• Hospitals
• Clinics
• Personal Care Homes
• Other Medical Facilities

Certifications

• Certified Medical Assistant
• Phlebotomy
• CPR
• First Aid

Medical Insurance Management (Specialized Associate Degree, 18 Months)

If you like the thought of handling medical billing for a doctor's office or hospital, this degree is a great place to begin.

You'll start by developing a solid base of skills in traditional subjects like accounting and software applications. Then, you'll begin building your medical knowledge with courses in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and medical office procedures. Finally, you'll get to specialized courses in coding and classification, medical insurance systems, and computerized medical billing.

Once you graduate, you can find career opportunities at any number of medical facilities — or even work from home.

Careers

• Hospitals
• Doctors' Offices
• Clinics
• Emergency Care Centers

Certifications

• Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word

Medical Office Administration (Specialized Associate Degree, 18 Months)

If you like to type and have an interest in the growing field of medicine, then take note of this degree in Medical Office Administration.

Quick, accurate typing skills are a requirement for success in this field, so you'll start with basic preparatory courses in transcription and word processing along with basic medical courses. Soon, you'll advance to courses in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, medical transcription, coding, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and billing.

Once you have your degree, your prognosis for success in any number of medical venues is excellent.

Careers

• Hospitals
• Doctors' Offices
• Clinics
• Emergency Care Centers

Certifications

• Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Word

Medical Secretary (Diploma, 12 Months)

This program provides you with a blend of traditional administrative skills and specialized medical knowledge for employment in the medical field. You'll learn word processing, medical terminology, medical transcription, and medical office procedures along with English, math, and accounting.

Careers

• Hospitals
• Doctor's Offices
• Private Medical Organizations

A new career could be the cure. Get in touch with us today about our Health Care programs. Call 724-439-4900 or email . You can also visit our contact page, and we'll be in touch with you shortly.

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