Charter College

Charter College is a private, independent institution of higher education that follows a dramatically new direction. Charter is neither a liberal arts college, a university, nor a vocational school. Instead, Charter College borrows certain elements from each of those respected educational institutions to create a unique and innovative experience for our students.

We offer career-focused education in the growing fields of Health Care, Business, Criminal Justice and Information Technology and strive to provide our students, both young and old, with an education that's both relevant in today's workspace and cutting-edge in technology and focus.

Associate's - Computerized Accounting

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The program prepares students for a career in the accounting field through classroom instruction and utilization of computer software.

Areas of study include:

• Preparation and interpretation of financial reports and transactions
• Training with business and financial software such as QuickBooks and Peachtree
• Business law and communication

In addition, graduates will have attained Microsoft Office Specialist certification in both Word and Excel. Through practical application and a "real world" approach, students are better prepared for a rewarding and successful career.

AAS Degree - Computer Science: Conc. in Business Applications

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Charter College's Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer Science students are provided a diverse educational background in office administration.

Areas of study include:

• Introductory and advanced training in computer operations and applications
• Financial reporting
• General office administration and supervision

In addition, graduates will have attained Microsoft Office Specialist certification in both Word and Excel. With the diverse training and education provided, graduating students are highly competitive for the best jobs in offices everywhere.

Associate's - Medical Office Administration - Medical Assistant

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The Medical Assistant certificate program of study is designed to provide students with the knowledge, technical skills, and work habits required for entry-level positions as Medical Assistants.

The computer technology and word processing facets of the curriculum enhance the students' potential for placement, and the medical office administration orientation of the second portion of the program makes graduates more valuable in the fast-paced health care offices of today and the future.

This program is broken into two phases, the first phase being the Certificate in Medical Assistant program, and the second phase being the medical office administration courses. Prior to advancing to the medical office administration courses, students must complete the Certificate in Medical Assistant program.

This program offers courses such as:

• Record Management and Ethics
• Patient Care Concepts
• Minor Office Surgery
• Office Emergencies and Cardiac Care

You'll study computer applications and office management, as well as, career development and other medical courses. Our graduates seek exciting career opportunities such as:

• Clinical or Administrative Assistant
• Medical Receptionist
• Medical Assistant
• Medical Office Assistant

Associate's - Medical Office Administration - Medical Coding & Billing

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This curriculum offers an understanding of modern medical practice, of the requirements for accurate medical records, and of the significance of medical coding and billing. Importantly, the program teaches the skills to identify accurately a specific examination, diagnosis, and/or therapy, as well as the means to acquire reimbursement.

In pursuit of these objectives, the curriculum includes courses in:

• Medical terminology
• Human anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology and pharmacology
• Healthcare delivery systems
• Coding essentials and procedures
• Medical reimbursement methodologies
• Medical office procedures
• Encoding software
• ICD-9-CM Coding Essentials and Procedures
• CPT Coding Essentials and Procedures

The first three ten-week quarters of the curriculum constitute a certificate program in Medical Coding and Billing, and is designed to prepare the student for job readiness. To prepare for national certification tests, and to satisfy all requirements for the degree, the student completes the remaining three ten-week quarters.

Bachelor's - Business Management & Accounting

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The Charter College BS in Business Management Accounting prepares students with a superior management degree for the requirements of today's complex economy. Areas of study include:

• Strong foundation of accounting courses.
• Upper-division courses that are highly relevant to today's market, including non-profit and governmental accounting.
• 180 hours of accounting externship allows students to gain real-world experience in the job market.
• Coursework prepares students to sit the Certified Management Accountant examinations. According to the Institute of Management Accountants, "Industry salary surveys have shown that a certified professional earns approximately 22% more than a non-certified professional."
• Other courses include education in Finance, Economics for Managerial Decision Making, International Business, e-Business, and Research Methodologies.

Bachelor's - Business Management & Technology

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The Charter College BS in Business Management and Technology prepares students with a superior management degree for today's high-tech economy.

Areas of study include:

• Effective business skills: Business Communication, Project Management, Information Technology for Managers, and E-Commerce Strategies and Practices
• Lawful Employment Management
• Accounting Information Systems
• Advanced Microsoft Applications
• Contract Management
• Database Management
• Graduates also earn certification as a Microsoft Office Specialist, Master.

Armed with a Bachelor's Degree in the latest business, management, and technology skills, graduates are in high demand in today's fast growing job market.

Certificate - Computerized Bookkeeping

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• Advanced bookkeeping courses
• Computer applications
• Program completion in as little as 7 1/2months

Certificate - Computerized Office Specialist

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• Office administration and computer fields
• Computer, keyboarding, communication, and accounting courses
• Program completion in as little as 7 1/2 months

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