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Louisiana Technical Schools
The Technical School Directory provides information on training opportunities that can lead you to a rewarding new career. This page lists tech schools in Louisiana, organized by the type of training offered.
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Business Administration Schools
Prepare for a management position in business with a degree in business administration. Business degree programs teach students a variety of skills applicable to all types of management positions, including finance, marketing, and research.
Herzing University Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration offers majors in business management and accounting. Core courses include marketing, business law, and project management. The Associate of Science program prepares students for entry level business positions with core courses in accounting and marketing, and electives in medical office procedures, public relations, and more.
Business Information Systems Training Schools
The business world is computer-driven. The office suites, desktop publishing, and other applications used in the office today keep everything moving. With training in business information systems, you'll learn to use spreadsheets, word processors, databases and other applications.
Career Technical College Associate degree in Administrative Office Technology prepares you for an entry level position a computerized office. Students learn currently popular software programs, along with business and accounting applications.
Remington College Business Administration degree program provides the training you need to enter or advance your career in bookkeeping, computer office specialist, or other office position.
Computer Networking and Information Technology Schools
With the growth of the Internet, the demand for qualified networking engineers and information technology professionals is at an all-time high. Technical schools offering degrees in computer networking provide training on computer architecture, network operating systems, networking hardware, and UNIX / Linux systems. Graduates of these programs can become network engineers, networking administrators, or hold other computer related positions.
Herzing University offers associate and bachelor level training that prepares graduates for an IT or networking career. The Associate of Science in Computer Network and Security Technology program trains students for A+ certification, and includes coursework on Novell and Microsoft network operating systems, hardware, and planning issues including network design and security. The Bachelor degree in Computer Science includes coursework on administering and designing network directory services and network infrastructure. Electives include Internet training, including HTML and graphics, and SQL server and enterprise applications.
Criminal Justice Schools and Training Programs
Prepare for a career in law enforcement, security, or the correctional system with training in criminal justice.
Career Technical College teaches the legal process from law enforcement, to the courts, and through the corrections system in its Criminal Justice Associate degree program. In addition to studying the legal process, students learn its effect upon society.
Remington College offers a training program leading to an Associate degree in Criminal Justice. Students learn about the court and corrections systems, prosecution, and law enforcement.
Legal Assistant and Paralegal Training Schools
Paralegals and legal assistants play an important role in the legal system. They are qualified to perform most legal tasks, except for representing clients and giving legal advice, which must be done by lawyers. Paralegals conduct case research, file court papers, and prepare legal briefs. Schools offering paralegal training teach legal principles and the skills necessary to work in a law office or courtroom.
Baton Rouge College offers four programs that provide training to work in a law office. The one semester Law Office Aide program provides an introduction to law. The two semester Legal Assistant certificate program, three semester Paralegal diploma program and four semester Paralegal associate degree program provide additional training and job preparation. Studies completed at each level roll forward to the next level.
Learn more about the Legal Assistant/Paralegal programs at Baton Rouge College in Baton Rouge
Herzing University Legal Assisting/Paralegal associate degree program prepares students for positions assisting attorneys with legal matters. The program presents the principles of law office procedures and legal research. Core coursework also includes training on computers and application software used in the law office. Elective courses include training in criminal, property, civil, or environmental law. The program is approved by the American Bar Association.
Get more information on the Legal Assisting/Paralegal program from Herzing University in New Orleans
Massage Therapy Schools
The holistic care provided by massage therapists is becoming an important part of the health care system. Massage therapy uses a variety of body manipulation techniques to reduce stress and provide treatment for soft tissue injuries to muscles and joints. Schools with massage therapy programs provide training in different massage therapy techniques, other related modalities, including hydrotherapy and spa therapy, and the business skills needed to open and run a massage therapy practice.
Blue Cliff College has diploma and degree programs in Massage Therapy. Both programs provide training in bodywork techniques, including Swedish Massage, Sports Massage, and Deep Tissue massage, along with instruction on the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Students gain hands-on experience through supervised clinical practice. In the degree program, students learn business and clinic operation skills, along with advanced therapy techniques and complimentary modalities.
Medical Assistant Schools
Medical Assistant schools offer classroom instruction about anatomy and physiology, and lab training in medical techniques. The skills you gain will let you be an active member of the medical team, participating in physical and specialty exams at a hospital, clinic, or doctor's office.
Remington College medical assisting training consists of 8 months of instruction in the technical and administrative procedures necessary for an entry level position as a medical assistant. Graduates receive a diploma in Medical Assisting. The school has two campuses in Louisiana.
Medical Coding and Billing Training Schools
Medical coders and billers turn patient treatment records into computerized forms used for insurance and Medicare reimbursement. They use standard coding systems, such as ICD-9 or CPT, to document each procedure used at an office visit or hospital stay. Graduates of these programs can be eligible for a number of professional certifications that will enhance their careers, including the Certified Professional Coder or Certified Medical Biller certifications.
Remington College teaches students to process and code health care claims for insurance reimbursement in its eight month Medical Insurance and Coding diploma program. At the end of the program, students participate in an internship where they can practice their coding skills.
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