 Heald College - Hayward 25500 Industrial Boulevard Hayward, CA 94545 |
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Heald College HaywardSince its establishment in 1967, Heald Hayward has evolved into a leading career college that offers business, technology, medical and dental programs. As the greater Hayward area emerges as a great market for new jobs with top Bay Area employers, we continue to carry out our tradition of educating students to become uniquely qualified for rewarding careers. It's a great place to go to school
Where you'll have everything you need to succeed
Where you'll make lifelong friends
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Associate's, Certificate or Diploma in AccountingBack to top
Is an accounting career right for me?Accounting is the perfect program for people who like to work with numbers. Individuals who specialize in this area are generally good at math and very detail-oriented. What's the job outlook?Because financial integrity and accurate reporting are crucial to business success across all industries, the accounting field enjoys relatively consistent growth, even in a fluctuating economy. Since today's accounting professionals play a pivotal role in a company's performance, people with a background in accounting are in demand. What will I do with my education?Graduates of Heald's accounting program pursue rewarding careers in positions, such as accounting assistant, bookkeeper, accounting clerk, accounts payable/receivable clerk, payroll clerk and administrative assistant. Your job responsibilities will vary depending on your job title and the size and type of company where you work. In smaller organizations, the accounting staff handles all aspects of financial management, whereas accounting professionals in larger offices are more specialized. While entry-level staffers generally post transaction details, total accounts and calculate interest charges, more advanced employees balance finances and ensure the accuracy of accounts. No matter what your position, you'll use computers to generate reports and manage spreadsheets. As technology continues to evolve, accounting professionals will be expected to keep pace. Your Heald education covers financial software and basic computer technology, which will give you the advantage you need to continue to grow and stay competitive throughout your career.
Associate's or Diploma in Business AdministrationBack to top
Is a career in business administration right for me?
Business administration is the perfect program for people who want to get broad exposure to the business world and a solid foundation in business fundamentals. Individuals who specialize in this area generally have good multi-tasking skills and a knack for problem solving. What's the job outlook?No business succeeds today without a broad base of versatile employees who can respond to the changing needs of the workplace. Today's job market demands capable, motivated, business-savvy individuals who exhibit proficiency in a range of business applications, and above all, professional polish. That's why employers are looking for people who are team-minded and can juggle multiple tasks at a time. What will I do with my education?Graduates of Heald's business administration program have a wide range of skills that can be applied in various fields. You'll be qualified to pursue rewarding business administration careers in positions, such as administrative assistant, office assistant, office manager, management trainee and customer service representative. It's a versatile degree, so the skills you gain will be of use to you in any business administration job.
Certificate in Office SkillsBack to top
Is office skills the right program for me?Office Skills is the perfect program for people who want to learn how to run an office efficiently. Individuals who specialize in this area are generally good at multi-tasking and working as a part of a team. What's the job outlook?Businesses rely on the expertise of their support staff more and more every day. Job applicants who know their way around office technologies and computer software have a competitive edge with employers. Those that can provide unbiased proof of their skills, in the form of industry-recognized certifications, have the greatest potential for becoming a valuable part of a business team. Official certifications reassure employers that you have the know-how to be productive on the job. What will I do with my education?Graduates of Heald's Office Skills program pursue a variety of rewarding positions. It's the perfect program for someone entering the workplace for the first time, someone re-entering the workplace after some time or a current jobholder who wants to upgrade his or her skills.
Associate's or Diploma in Sales and MarketingBack to top
Is a career in sales and marketing right for me?Sales and marketing specialists are good communicators. They're skilled at finding ways to convey a company's strengths and to promote its products. What's the job outlook?Sales and marketing are increasingly important to businesses as they battle for consumers' attention in today's complex communications environment. With so many products and services available in the global marketplace, companies are challenged to get the word out about the particular benefits of their offerings. That's why skilled sales and marketing professionals are in such high demand. Employees who can effectively communicate about a company's strengths and successfully promote its goods and services have the potential to propel their company forward. What will I do with my education?Graduates of Heald's sales and marketing program pursue rewarding positions, including sales consultant, retail sales associate, customer service representative, marketing coordinator, client service representative and call center representative. As a marketing specialist, you will be responsible for communicating about the advantages of obtaining your company's products or benefiting from the use of its services. Your objective will be to make your target audience aware of all that your company has to offer. If you were to work in sales, your role would be to secure new customers or clients and to increase your company's share of its particular market. No matter which position you hold, your Heald degree will help prepare you for great success in the sales and marketing field.
Associate's or Diploma in Software TechnologiesBack to top
Is a career in software technologies right for me?Software technologies is the perfect program for people who want to master both office and computer skills. Individuals who specialize in this area are generally good at multi-tasking and working with computers. What's the job outlook?Computers create countless efficiencies in today's marketplace, making them the essential ingredient to business success. The demand for computer support specialists is steadily increasing as their employers rely on them to provide technical assistance to their colleagues. In fact, computer specialists are projected to be among the fastest-growing occupations through 2010.* Employers in today's job market are seeking job candidates who have up-to-date computer skills and the ability to keep pace with evolving technologies. What will I do with my education?Graduates of Heald's software technologies program pursue rewarding careers in a variety of positions, including software specialist, computer support specialist, technology coordinator, help desk specialist, customer service representative and administrative assistant. As a specialist in this field, you will perform a variety of administrative and computer support tasks. Your duties might include creating presentation materials for your team members or troubleshooting problems with computer hardware and software. No matter what position you hold, your Heald degree will help prepare you for great success in the workplace.
Program availability may vary by campus and by quarter. InformationIf you are interested in this school and would like to find out more, please Request Information from Heald College - Hayward.
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