As the need for more trained medical workers continues to grow in Florida, Florida Career College (FCC) announces the addition of a new program to its School of Allied Health. FCC now is offering a two-year associate’s degree program in Health Services Administration designed to prepare students for administrative positions in physicians’ offices, hospitals and other healthcare facilities. Past and future graduates of FCC’s Medical Assistant Technician, Medical Coding & Billing and Patient Care Technician diploma programs can transfer into this associate degree program receiving full credit for successfully completed courses.
"This valued addition to our comprehensive School of Allied Health curriculum allows us to offer even more extensive training to those who seek allied health careers," said Ilia Martin, vice president of academic operations for Florida Career College. "Part of our mission is to offer courses of study that train students for careers that are in demand so they can move directly from the classroom into the workforce."
The Florida Agency for Workforce Innovation cited healthcare as the top field for employment in Florida from August 2009 through August 2010 as more than 22,000 new jobs were added, the largest single block of the state’s general employment gain of nearly 37,000 new jobs.
"This new degree program allows students who have completed their primary program of interest to continue their education with an advanced course of study," added Martin. "There are tremendous job opportunities in healthcare in South Florida and it is very gratifying to have the opportunity to add an academic program that will provide our students with the high level of training they need to help them succeed."
Florida Career College identifies the skills needed for today’s job market by working closely with industry experts, professional associations and employers to continually develop and update programs and courses according to industry needs. Classrooms, computer and medical labs and clinics are designed with real-world equipment and software programs to give students the advantage of "hands-on" training. Known as the "College that Cares," FCC’s goal is for students to build on their strengths and to study what specifically interests them in an environment designed to foster individual goals and learning styles.
Eight academic starts allow for year-round study. Small classes and programs are designed to create a positive learning environment where student individuality is recognized enabling students to meet their unique educational goals. Morning and evening sessions allow students to maintain jobs and attend classes.
FCC has South Florida campuses in Miami, Hialeah, Pembroke Pines, Lauderdale Lakes, Boynton Beach and West Palm Beach, which are accredited by the Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) to offer diploma, associate of science degree and bachelor of science degree programs. The newest campus in Margate is now enrolling for classes scheduled to begin on April 4.
Along with an array of allied healthcare fields, programs at FCC are available in business administration, cosmetology and clinical skin care, information technology, HVAC and nursing.
