valley college of medical careers
| General information: |
(818) 883-9002 |
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| Type: |
Private for-profit, less-than 2-year |
| Awards offered: |
Less than one year certificate
One but less than two years certificate
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| Campus setting: |
City Large |
| Campus housing: |
No |
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General information:
| Mission Statement: |
Valley College of Medical Careers (VCMC) will provide quality and valued-training programs and services to our students in order for them to obtain the skills and competencies needed for entry-level positions in their chosen fields; locate employment opportunities for our graduates; and promote an environment for employees and students which fosters teamwork, personal growth and respect for the individual. |
| Special Learning Opportunities: |
None |
| Student Services: |
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
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| Credits Accepted: |
None |
| Carnegie Classification: |
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting) |
| Religious Affiliation: |
Not applicable |
| Other Characteristics: |
None |
| OPE ID: |
04114500 |
Estimated student expenses (before aid):
Largest program prices for full-time students
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Largest program |
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Program length |
Average completion |
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Pharmacy Technician/Assistant |
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720 contact hours |
8 months |
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Detailed expenses |
2008-2009 |
2007-2008 |
2006-2007 |
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Tuition and fees |
$8,050 |
$7,050 |
$7,050 |
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Books and supplies |
$450 |
$450 |
$410 |
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Living arrangement |
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Off campus |
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Room and board |
$9,024 |
$8,256 |
$7,920 |
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Other |
$3,440 |
$3,216 |
$3,136 |
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Off campus with family |
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Other |
$3,568 |
$818 |
$792 |
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Total expenses |
2008-2009 |
2007-2008 |
2006-2007 |
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Off campus |
$20,964 |
$18,972 |
$18,516 |
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Off campus with family |
$12,068 |
$8,318 |
$8,252 |
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Next largest programs 2008-2009
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Program |
Program length |
Average completion |
Tuition and fees |
Books and supplies |
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Nursing, Other |
1560 contact hours |
15 months |
22150 |
350 |
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Medical/Clinical Assistant |
720 contact hours |
8 months |
8200 |
300 |
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Medical Office Management/Administration |
720 contact hours |
8 months |
8100 |
400 |
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Alternative Tuition Plans
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Type of plan |
Offered |
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Any alternative tuition plans offered by institution |
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Tuition guaranteed plan |
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Prepaid tuition plan |
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Tuition payment plan |
X |
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Other alternative tuition plan |
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Financial aid:
Full-time, first-time degree/certificate-seeking students
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Enrollment:
Fall 2007:
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Total enrollment |
86 |
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Undergraduate enrollment |
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Graduate enrollment |
86 |
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Age data are reported for Fall 2007. |
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Programs/majors
Completions 2007-2008:
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Program |
<1 Year certificate |
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Health professions and related clinical sciences. |
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Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller |
19 |
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Medical/Clinical Assistant |
20 |
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Pharmacy Technician/Assistant |
40 |
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Category total |
79 |
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Grand total |
79 |
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Data shown are for first majors |
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(-) Program is not offered at this award level |
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