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Ultrasound Students Complete First Year Of The Sonography Program: Here’s What They Think So Far

Our Diagnostic Medical Sonography class of 2019 recently reached their one-year mark in the Caris College 2-year accelerated Ultrasound program! Lead Sonography Instructor, Kathy Brewer, had our day class students take some time to reflect as they concluded their first full year in the Sonography program. Below are some thoughts some of our students shared about their journey as they completed

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Now Accepting Financial Aid, For Those Who Qualify!

Caris College is excited to announce we are now accepting financial aid for those looking to use Title IV funding to further their education and work in the career field of their choice! Students interested in enrolling in our Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Patient Care Technician or Comprehensive Dental Assisting programs can now complete their FAFSA to see what funding is available, for those who qualify. Caris College

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PCT VS. CNA: A Students Perspective

PCT VS. CNA: ONE STUDENTS JOURNEY Autumn, a current Patient Care Technician student at Caris College, is currently working as a Certified Nursing Assistant at a long-term care nursing home. Autumn said there is a big difference when comparing the job responsibilities and duties of a Patient Care Technician (PCT) and a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). She said that is one reason why

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Ultrasound Students Complete First 6 Months Of The Sonography Program: Here’s What They Think So Far

Our Diagnostic Medical Sonography class of 2019 recently reached their 6-month mark in the Caris College 2-year accelerated Ultrasound program. Lead Sonography Instructor, Kathy Brewer, had our day class students take some time to reflect their time thus far in the Sonography program. Below are some thoughts our students shared about their journey so far in the Sonography program. Diagnostic Medical

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Considering a Career Change? Here Are 5 Things to Ask Yourself First

 5 things to consider before you take that next step. When considering a career change there are a lot of questions you should take into consideration before you take that big step.  Below are five of those questions you should ask yourself. Do The Hours Work For Me? The medical profession you choose determines the time you get to spend

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Certified PCT’s Are In Demand: Be One Of Us!

What Career Path Will You Choose? “I have always wanted to work in the medical field… especially in a Hospital. When I chose Caris College and the Patient Care Tech program as my new career I knew I would be able to fulfill that desire! I am looking forward to utilizing all of my certifications that I have earned: EKG, Phlebotomy, and

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Considering night classes but have other family commitments? Try these 7 tips to schedule school in your life.

It is very easy to say to yourself “I can’t go back to school!  I have a job, kids, husband, and responsibilities. There’s no way it’s going to happen.”  At Caris College we offer night classes and our seats are full with Dental Assisting and Patient Care Technician students just like you.  Learning in class, completing your externship and graduating

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Career Choices For Diagnostic Medical Sonography

The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program at Caris College in Indiana prepares you for a meaningful medical career. Sonography, or ultrasound imaging, is one of the advanced technologies being utilized in health care. Clinical settings, physician practices, small hospitals and large health care networks all depend on diagnostic medical sonography for the best in patient care. Based on the education and experience you

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Career Choices for Dental Assistants

When you earn a diploma from the Dental Assistant School at Caris College, you will have the medical knowledge you need to talk the talk with dentists and patients alike. Everyone on both sides of the dental chair will think you are a dream come true because you speak their language and know what they are going through. Just as there are

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What are Patient Care Technicians responsible for?

If you’ve ever been in a hospital or clinic, you have been around Patient Care Technicians. Patient Care Techs are the people who work with nurses and doctors, and they work directly with patients to help them feel safe and comfortable. Providing Direct Patient Care During the Patient Care Technician program at Caris College’s, Jeffersonville, IN campus, you will learn how to

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