Technical Schools - By State - California - Medical and Healthcare Schools
California Healthcare Schools
The Technical School Directory provides information on training opportunities that can lead you to a rewarding new career. This page lists schools and colleges in California with healthcare or medical related programs, organized by the type of training offered:
- Dental Assistant
- - Massage Therapy
- - Medical Administration
- - Medical Assisting
- - Medical Coding
- - Medical Rehabilitation
- - Medical Transcription
- - Vocational Nurse
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Dental Assistant Schools and Training
Dental assistants work alongside the dentist, assisting him or her with radiography, dental instruments, and patient assistants. They also work in the laboratory and in the front office, helping everything run smoothly. Dental Assistant Training programs teach dental science, chairside procedures, and dental health.
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Massage Therapy Schools
Massage therapy is becoming more important within the health care system as people look for alternatives to traditional medical treatments, and for ways to reduce stress. Massage therapy training programs teach students the different types of massage techniques, including Swedish and chair massage, along with related therapies, such as hydrotherapy and soft tissue treatment. Students also learn about the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the human body.
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Medical Administration Training Schools
Medical Administrators are responsible for the non-clinical aspects of running a medical or health care office. Some administrators are generalists, responsible for all administrative aspects of the office, while others are specialists in areas such as insurance claims and billing, medical records, bookkeeping, or transcription. Medical administrators have to be familiar with general office and secretarial procedures, along with the specialized terminology and activities of healthcare.
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Medical Assistant Schools
Medical Assistant schools train students in anatomy, physiology and other technical subjects, as well as administrative skills necessary to land a new career in a doctor's office, clinic, or hospital.
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Medical Coding and Billing Training Schools
Medical coders and billers use computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology and procedures to code and classify medical records according to accepted standards. While most coders are employed in hospitals, the growth of outpatient clinics and increasing computerization means that the demand for these professionals will increase in medical offices and other settings.
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Medical Rehab Technician Training Schools
Medical Rehab technicians work with patients recovering from traumatic injuries or illnesses. Under the supervision of physical therapists and other professionals, rehabilitation technicians work with patients in clinics, hospitals, or at home to restore normal patient functionality.
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Medical Transcriptionist Schools
Medical transcriptionists prepare finalized patient records from handwritten notes or tape recorded summaries prepared by physicians. Because they must accurately interpret the information they record, they must know medical terminology and human anatomy, along with the procedures used to treat patients. In addition to transcribing records, transcriptionists are responsible for recordkeeping and storage of the material they prepare.
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Vocational Nurse Training Schools
Vocational nurses work under the supervision doctors and registered nurses to provide direct patient care. Duties of vocational nurses include administering medications, taking vital signs, and other forms of nursing care. Vocational nurse training prepares students for careers including certified nursing assistant, psychiatric vocational nurse, or home health nurse.
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