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American College of Nursing, Concord:
Conveniently located in downtown Concord CA, in the East Bay area (just 30 miles east of San Francisco), the American College of Nursing (ACN) provides a range of general and continuing education nursing and healthcare programs. Designed for students interested in beginning, or furthering, a career in the healthcare industry, our courses include a 12-month Vocational Nursing program, a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) course, a Psychiatric Technician Program, and more.

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About the American College of Nursing:

American College of Nursing (ACN) secured it temporary approval for the Vocational Nursing Program in April 2007. The college officially admitted the first class into the Vocational Nursing Program in May 2007. ACN received approval to operate from the Bureau for Private Post Secondary and Vocational Education (BPPVE) in 2007.

Our Mission:
American College of Nursing aims to provide education and training to multi-level nursing practice, from nurse assistant training to entry level nursing education and culminating to advanced nursing education. ACN also aspires to assist in the professional development of individual students to meet the increasing demand in healthcare needs of the culturally diverse community, the community of Contra Costa County, and of the greater San Francisco Bay Area.

Our Vision:

ACN seeks to be the leader in nursing education and training by continuous enhancement of the curriculum to meet the increasing demand in healthcare needs nationwide, with areas of focus in Contra Costa County and the greater San Francisco Bay Area. It is structured to provide the educational services to the global community through a robust infrastructure and the latest in technology.

Nursing / Healthcare Career Training Programs:
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program
- Vocational Nursing (12-month Certificate)
- Dialysis Technician
- Psychiatric Technician

Healthcare Continuing Education (CE) Courses:
- Home Health Aide
- CPR / AED Training
- CNA Acute Care
- IV Therapy/Blood Withdrawal Certification

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Address: 1855 Gateway Blvd. Suite 180, Concord, East Bay, California 94520, USA
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2024-03-11 were from:

San Jose, CA, Evergreen; CA; Sacramento; Concord; Novati; Hawthorne; and more.
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Aviva Spray Tanning Academy - Onsite & Online
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• Gain spray tan certification in California or online with Aviva Spray Tanning Academy - we offer the longest-running spray tan classes in the world!

• Aviva provides onsite spray tan certification programs in Los Angeles and San Diego in Southern California and San Francisco in the Bay Area.

• In each city, our spray tanning training takes place in a leading hotel.

• We also offer convenient, short and comprehensive online spray tan certification programs to beauty professionals and complete beginners based in California and nationwide.

• On completion of your course, you receive a Certificate.

• All of our spray tan classes come with a 100% money-back guarantee.

• Our students are those who are looking to add sunless tanning certification to their beauty career portfolio, or to start a successful spray tanning business, want to host mobile spray tan parties, or improve the profitability of their current spray tanning business.

• We offer in-class spray tan training in a host of other venues throughout the U.S. & Canada, including Las Vegas & Reno NV, NYC, Boston MA, Houston & Dallas TX.

Student Review:
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In-Class Spray Tan Training - 1 day courses:

• Sunless 101 Spray Tan Certification Program:

For beginners to intermediate level

Online Spray Tan Certification Programs - study at your own pace:

• Sunless 101 Online Course:

3 hour course for beginner to intermediate level spray tanning professionals. This is a web-based course to study at your own pace
Career Care Institute
Courses / Programs
Located in Ventura CA, Career Care Institute (CCI) is a leading vocational medical training school.

We provide a range of accredited programs in popular medical career fields, including Medical Assisting, Nursing Assisting and Vocational Nursing. In addition, we are the only school in Ventura to offer the Limited Permit X-Ray Technician program.

CCI also has schools in Lancaster in Los Angeles County, and Moreno Valley in Riverside County.

We aim to ensures that our graduates are equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge to successfully meet the healthcare community’s increasing need for well-educated and trained health professionals today.

CCI is nationally accredited by the Council on Occupational Education (COE), an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

In addition, CCI is institutionally accredited to offer non-degree programs.
Allied Health / Medical Career Training Programs:

- Dental Assisting (9 months)
- Limited X-Ray Technician (10/11 months)
- Medical Assisting (9 months)
- Vocational Nursing (14 months)
SF State School of Nursing
Courses / Programs
Conveniently situated in southwestern San Francisco, the San Francisco State University School of Nursing provides bachelor degrees and masters programs in nursing.

Our comprehensive undergraduate and graduate nursing programs are designed to equip graduates with the skills and knowledge they need to meet the healthcare needs of individuals, families, and communities with diverse populations.

We pride ourselves on providing excellent nursing education, with emphasis on patient safety, patient-center care, teamwork and collaboration, evidence-based practice, informatics, quality improvement, leadership and lifelong learning for all our students, as well as our highly-qualified and experienced faculty and staff.

Our students graduate with a strong foundation of knowledge from nursing and other disciplines such as sociology, psychology, anthropology, and philosophy.

They will collaborate with other healthcare disciplines (i.e. physical therapy, medicine, social work, psychology, and others) to provide ethical and compassionate care along the health-illness continuum throughout the lifespan.
Undergraduate & Graduate Nursing Degree Programs:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN)
- Master of Science in Nursing
- Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing
- Accelerated Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing

Post Master's Certificate Program:
- Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate
Shepherd University, Los Angeles
Courses / Programs
Shepherd University was founded in 1999 with the vision of establishing an excellent program of Christian higher education in the heart of Los Angeles, California. Our School of Nursing is committed to educating adult learners to become competent nursing professionals who integrate Christian faith into their nursing practice. We provide a range of Certificate and Degree Programs including LVN, RN, BSN and MSN.

Our nursing programs are committed to preparing nurses that utilize a Christian worldview to integrate beliefs, values, ethics, and service in their personal and professional life.

Shepherd University is recognized by the State of California as an institution of higher education. We have state approval from Bureau of Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) to confer the Licensed Vocational Nurse Certificate, the Associate Degree in Nursing, the Bachelor of Science in Nursing and the Master of Science in Nursing Education.
Specialized Nursing Certificate & Degree Programs:

Licensed Vocational Nurse Program:
- LVN Certificate Program

Registered Nurse (RN) Programs:
- RN Program (Associate Degree in Nursing)
- LVN to RN Program (Associate Degree in Nursing)
- 30-Unit Option Program (RN, non-degree)

Undergraduate Degree Program:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)

- Graduate Degree Program:
- Master of Science in Nursing Education (MSN)
Southern California Health Institute, Los Angeles
Courses / Programs
• Located in North Hollywood, in the east San Fernando Valley area, Southern California Health Institute (SOCHi) provides full-time certificate courses and training in a range of healthcare fields.

• Established in 1996, we are dedicated to helping students achieve their dreams by providing an exceptional education that enables them to become skilled and successful professionals in the fields of healthcare and wellness.

• We have graduated over 1,500 students who are now a part of a larger community of wellness & healthcare. Financial aid may be available.

• SOCHi is a California BPPE (Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education) Approved School, and is nationally accredited by Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET). It is also approved by the U.S. Department of Education to participate in Federal Student Financial Aid Programs.

• The SOCHi faculty is a team of wellness professionals that continue to pave the way for those aspiring to become a part of the health and wellness community.

• Our mission is to provide quality programs in an environment of scholastic learning to encourage empathetic and compassionate therapists and healthcare professionals, dedicated to the ethical and social principles of the profession and committed to a lifetime of continued learning.

Student Review:
"If you're looking to start a career in the health and fitness space, or to advance and further your education, I would highly recommend SOCHI."
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Full-time Certificate Programs:

• Medical Assistant Certificate Program - 36 wks

• Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Certificate Program - 900 clock hours

• Advanced Professional Massage Therapy Certificate Program - 37 wks

• Physical Therapy Aide / Sports Rehabilitation Certificate Program - 38 wks

• Personal Fitness Trainer / Health & Wellness Professional Certificate - 45 wks

• SOCHi is an NCBTMB Approved Continuing Education Provider, a California Board of Registered Nursing CE Provider, & a California Board of Acupuncture CE Provider.
California College of Vocational Careers, Bakersfield
Courses / Programs
Conveniently situated in Bakersfield CA, California College of Vocational Careers (CCVS) is a locally-owned and operated vocational college. We provide certificate programs in the field of allied health, including Medical Assistant, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer and Administration Billing & Coding. In less than 9 months, you can earn an certificate that opens the door to a exciting new career! For your convenience, morning and evening classes are available.

Established in 1999, our practical education and training prepares students for successful careers and enter the health field with confidence and professionalism. Our training meets the constantly changing job requirements of today's health-related industries. We keep our class sizes small to ensure individual attention. We provide lifetime job placement assistance.

Our externship program gives you advantages over other prospective job applicants. While under the supervision of physicians, office managers, nursing staff, lab technicians and other allied professionals, you will receive on-the-job training. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
9-Month Certificate Programs:
- Medical Assistant
- Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
- Administration Billing & Coding
- MRI Technologist