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Holisticjunction.com Featured School of the Week July 15, 2007: Everest University

In any one of its 10 locations throughout the Sunshine State, Everest University (Formerly known as Florida Metropolitan University-FMU) offers a vast assortment of career training programs from accounting to massage therapy. Prospective students interested in earning their associate or bachelor’s degrees, or would like to earn a diploma have the options to do so in a variety of vocational programs like medical assisting, Pharmacy Technician, or even an MBA (Masters in Business Administration).

For example, the massage therapy program at Everest University provides hands-on training in core massage techniques including Swedish and deep tissue massage and neuromuscular therapy. In addition to practical education, students Learn How to do orthopedic assessments, about anatomy and pathology, and acquire necessary skills through courses in medical law, ethics, adjunctive therapy, and business management. Massage therapist entrepreneurs find these supplementary courses both informative and essential in making the move towards opening private massage businesses or day spas. Upon completion of this program, graduates are awarded a diploma and are career ready for entry-level employment as professional massage therapists.

If you find the field of medicine appealing, the pharmacy technician program at Everest University is a great career Training Course that teaches candidates the fundamentals of working in the pharmaceutical industry. Students participating in this course of study learn about anatomy and physiology; digestive, respiratory and reproductive systems; healthcare systems; medical terminology, nutrition, pharmacology, pharmacy administration, pharmaceutical calculations; and more. Graduates of this program can go onto achieving occupations as pharmacy technicians in pharmacies, retail outlets, hospitals, medical centers, and other healthcare-related facilities. Earnings for pharmacy technicians range from nine dollars to over $16 hourly.

Want to earn a degree in medical assisting? At Everest University, students have the option to enroll in its associate in science degree in Medical Assisting program where they gain necessary skills and education in anatomy and physiology, EKG interpretation, clinical assisting, medical computer applications, medical coding, pharmacology, phlebotomy; among other coursework. Today, medical assistants have the potential to earn upwards of $34,000+ annually.

While aforementioned programs are just a sampling of the over 20 educational courses available at Everest University, prospective students are pleased knowing that Everest University’s Student Finance Planners also assist students in searching for adequate financial aid to meet educational goals. Everest University also participates in a variety of federal and state student financial assistance programs (for students who qualify). Furthermore, Everest University is an accredited university that has met or surpassed standards for educational quality.

Boasting online courses and flexible day and evening classes, Everest University extends career service assistance to its students, which helps students in developing job-winning resumes, interview preparedness and support in locating gainful employment. HolisticJunction.com acknowledges Everest University and applauds its comprehensive programs in professional vocational training.

If you would like more information about this diverse career training university, please visit Everest University today.

Salary source: Bls.gov (US Bureau of Labor Statistics)

Featured School of the Week: Everest University

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