Program Number: T400700

CIP Number: 0647060411

1,050 Hours

2 years

Pell Eligible

Program Description

The Automotive Service Technology I program trains the student with the latest software, simulators, and diagnostic equipment in all phases of automotive services and electronics technologies.  The program combines classroom instruction with hands-on laboratory training in the troubleshooting, service and repair of automotive systems as well as a platform for continuing education or employment in a rewarding, high-wage career.  The program provides comprehensive skills enhancement training in the following automotive service areas: engine repair, braking systems, suspensions/steering systems, and electrical/electronic systems.  Program provides a gateway for current and qualifying future technicians with practical exercises in a wide range of electronics fundamentals as it applies to today’s technologically sophisticated simulators and vehicles featuring electronic fuel injection, computerized controlled ignitions systems, starting systems, accessory systems, anti-lock braking systems, and electronic emission control systems.  This program develops a mastery of the applications of electronics through practical skills training, problem solving methods, real-time simulation and live work experience.  Valid Driver’s License required for all students.

This program is eligible for full-time and part-time enrollment.

Occupational Description

Diagnose, service, repair, or overhaul automotive vehicles. 

Economic Opportunities: Engine Performance Technician, Automatic/Manual Transmission Technician, heating and Air Conditioning Technician, Electrical Technician, Brake Technician, Engine Technician, Steering/Suspension Technician, Automotive Technician, General Service Technician, Maintenance and Light Repair Technician, Service Writer/Customer Service Consultant, Automotive Shop Foreman, and Automotive Parts Salesperson.

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Mission Statement

The Automotive Service Technology I Program prepares students with entry-level skills to repair automobiles in five Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification areas. 

Program Number: D500100

CIP Number: 06120401102

1,200 Hours

1 year and 6 months

Pell Eligible

Program Description

The Cosmetology program is designed to prepare students for employment as a licensed hairdresser and cosmetologist.  Instruction is designed to qualify students for employment upon successfully obtaining a cosmetology license.  Specialized instruction and practical experience in hair, nail, and skin care procedures; related chemistry; anatomy; physiology; safety; and Florida Cosmetology Law are combined with communication and leadership skills to provide our graduates a “cutting edge” in the cosmetology industry.

This program requires full-time enrollment.

Occupation Description

There is a variety of employment opportunities upon successful completion of the cosmetology program and licensure.  Graduates can pursue jobs as nail technicians, facial specialists, estheticians, hairstylists, makeup stylists as well as many other careers in the design and entertainment industries.

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Mission Statement

The mission of the Cosmetology Program is to prepare students for employment and to be competent in the skills and knowledge needed to successfully pass the Florida Cosmetology license examination or obtain a registration from the State Board of Cosmetology.

Program Number: K700100

CIP Number: 0510030307

600 Hours

20 Weeks

Pell Eligible

Program Description

The Digital Design program offers a broad foundation of knowledge and skills to prepare students for employment in digital publishing positions.  This program is designed to prepare students for employment as an information technology assistant, production assistant, digital assistant designer, graphic designer, and multi-media designer.  The content includes enhanced practical experiences in computer generated art and text, graphic design, graphic production, electronic skills design, preparation of electronic layouts and illustrations, electronic scanning, as well as development of specialized skills in multimedia presentations.  Over the course of the program, the students will create a series of projects that will serve in the development of both printed and digital portfolios.

This program is eligible for full-time or part-time enrollment.

Occupation Description

The content includes enhanced practical experiences in computer generated art and text, graphic design, graphic production, electronic design skills, preparation of electronic layouts and illustrations, electronic scanning, as well as development of specialized skills in multimedia presentations.  This program focuses on broad, transferable skills and stresses understanding and demonstration of the following elements of the digital publishing industry: planning, management, finance, technical and production skills with underlying principles of technology and design.

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Mission Statement

The Business Program offers opportunities for quality education and training.  The Digital Design and Medical Administrative Specialist programs provide students with transferable skills allowing them to become competent and employable in the business community.

Program Number: B070300

CIP Number: 0551071603

1,050 Hours

1 year

Pell Eligible

Program Description

The Medical Administrative Specialist program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers as an information technology assistant, front desk specialist, medical office technologist, and medical administrative specialist.  This program provides technical skill proficiency and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning, problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the business, management, and administration career cluster.

This program is eligible for full time or part time enrollment.

Occupation Description

Graduates of this program are able to perform administrative duties using specific knowledge of medical terminology and hospital, clinic, or laboratory procedures.  Duties may include scheduling appointments, billing patients, and compiling and recording medical charts, reports, and correspondence.

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Mission Statement

Medical Administrative Specialist Program offers a broad foundation of knowledge and skills expanding the traditional role of the Medical Administrative Specialist.

Program Number: H170694

CIP Number: 0351390205

600 Hours

6 months

Pell Eligible

Program Description

This program is designed to prepare students for employment as advanced cross trained certified nursing assistants and home health aides. This program offers a broad foundation o knowledge and skills, expanding the traditional role of the nursing assistant, for acute and long term care settings along with home health; EKG performance and readings; phlebotomy; and rehabilitation assisting.

This program requires full-time enrollment.

Occupation Description

Home Health Aide: Provide routine individualized healthcare, such as changing bandages and dressing wounds, and applying topical medications to the elder­ly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities at the patient's home or in a care facility. Monitor or report changes in health status. May also provide personal care such as bathing, dressing, and grooming of patient.

Nursing Assistant: Provide basic patient care under direction of nursing staff. Perform duties such as feed, bathe, dress, groom, move patients, or change linens. May transfer or transport patients. Patient Care Technicians also assist nurses, doctors and other health care professionals. They perform duties of a CNA, but are also trained to perform some basic medical duties such as EKG readings and phlebotomy. The laws of each state determine the extent of technician duties.

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Mission Statement

The mission of the Patient Care Technician Program is to fulfil the need for cross-trained adults working in patient care by assessing, preparing, and placing students in a rewarding and successful career.

Program Number: H170607

CIP Number: 0351390101

1,350 Hours

11 months

Pell Eligible

Program Description

Becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is the quickest way to enter a nursing career. It requires three regular semesters for full time day students. Practical nurses must be very compassionate and patient, and be excellent caregivers. LPNs perform a variety of tasks, including monitoring patients and medical equipment, gathering and recording information from patients, administering medications, and patient care.

Occupation Description

Provide basic nursing care under the direction of registered nurses and supervisors. Licensing required.

Program Admission Requirements

Practical Nursing students are required to submit an application packet prior to enrollment.

AGE: 18 years or older at time of program completion

DIPLOMA: Standard High School or Graduate Equivalency Diploma (GED)

TABE:

Math – 11.0

Language – 11.0

Reading – 11.0

Or met other basic skill requirements

ADDITIONAL TESTING: ATI-TEAS VI: 55.0* (must be taken prior to submitting admissions packet)

*TEAS – only 3 attempts in a calendar year (January- December) - Scores are valid for 1 year only. Level 2 background screening (prior to enrollment).

Students must also provide: Immunization records from birth, physical exam or waiver on file, current Hepatitis B immunization or a signed waiver on file, current negative TB Skin Test.

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Mission Statement

The purpose of the RIVEROAK Technical College Practical Nursing Program is to provide education and clinical experiences that prepare the student to obtain their license in Practical Nursing and obtain employment in the health care field at the highest level of competency possible.