Certificate Programs
Cosmetology
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| Nail Technology | Esthetician |
Certificate Program
- Court Reporting Program
Objectives: Upon successful completion of this program the student will be proficient in verbatim recording and transcribing skills using the machine shorthand method. The student will also develop medical and legal vocabulary skills and a basic understanding of the legal process in which he or she shall be working. The student will possess the necessary background to become a professional court/conference reporter.
Graduation Standards: Texas State Certification and National Certification require 225 wpm. For graduation students are required to do a verified internship of 60 hours. A student must be able to take machine shorthand dictation at 225 wpm at 95% accuracy. A student must pass a minimum of two 5-minute timed writings from unfamiliar material at a minimum of 60 gross words per minute with a maximum of 5 errors. The student must also complete at least 60 verified hours of extern/internship, of which a minimum of 40 hours shall be in actual writing time.
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Network Operations Technician |
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| Computer technology has created entirely new employment opportunities for today's business economy. International Business School's Network Operations Technician program is a targeted curriculum designed to offer students a diversified array of skills necessary to perform in the information technology environment. Graduates of this program will be prepared to contribute to the efficient operation of any business utilizing computer systems with a thorough knowledge of computer operation, hardware, software, networks, operating systems, data entry, word processing, and a wide variety of current business software programs. They will learn network design, spreadsheet applications, how to maintain and upgrade computers, necessary verbal and written communication skills for effective client/coworker relationships and be provided with opportunities for A+® and Microsoft® MCSE, MCSA, MCP, MOUS certification. Graduates of this program may find entry-level employment businesses in all sectors of the economy (manufacturing, wholesale, retail, non-profit, service) and in a wide variety of positions including: Hardware Technicians, Network Operators, Software Developers, Web Specialists, Systems Designers, Network Administrators, Information System Technicians, Computer Repair Specialists and System Engineer Assistants. Program Entrance Score - 150 |
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NURSES AIDE
Program Objectives: In this course, students will learn classroom and clinical hands-on applications that will prepare them to care for patients. The student will also learn to work as a team member with other health care providers.
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Legal Secretary
| Laws regulate business and govern all aspects of an ever-changing world. The dynamics of the legal profession offer the legal secretary an exciting and challenging environment. International Business School's Legal Secretary program is designed to develop student skills in areas such as organization, communication, legal transcription, computers, legal vocabulary, and litigation procedures. Graduates of this program are prepared for an entry level position in any legal office with a comprehensive knowledge of legal office procedures, legal terminology, court systems, legal record keeping, billing clients and the preparation, filing and service of legal documents. They will learn keyboarding, machine transcription, skills for effective client/coworker relationships and be provided with the opportunity to certify their typing speed, 10-key speed, editing skills and legal office software application abilities. Graduates of this program may find entry-level employment as legal office workers for businesses in several sectors of the economy (government/law enforcement, service/retail, non-profit) and in a wide variety of positions including: Legal Secretary, Junior Legal Secretary, Receptionist or Legal Support Employee for law firms, real estate companies, insurance companies, law enforcement agencies, and government agencies. |
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Computerized Accounting Specialist Program
| Accounting departments are becoming increasingly more dependent upon computerized databases and software utilities for their daily operation. International Business School's Computerized Accounting Specialist program is a specialized curriculum designed to offer students a focused set of skills necessary to perform in the computerized accounting office environment. Graduates of this program will become skilled contributors to the efficient operation of any accounting office through their knowledge of data entry, filing, 10-key, word processing, mathematics, computer operation and a wide variety of current accounting software and database programs. They will learn the necessary verbal and written communication skills for effective client/coworker relationships and be provided with the opportunity to certify their keyboarding speed, 10-key speed, accounting skills and software application abilities. Graduates of this program may find entry-level employment as office workers for businesses in all sectors of the economy (manufacturing, wholesale, retail, non-profit, service) and in a wide variety of positions including: Accounting Assistants, Customer Service Representatives, Office Assistants, Junior Auditors, Claims Processors, Data Entry Operators, Insurance Adjustors, Archivists, and Records Specialists. |
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Certificate Program - Micro-Computer Operator Specialist
| Computer knowledge is essential for today's business office and is valued highly among potential employers. International Business School's Micro-Computer Operator Specialist short program is a specialized curriculum designed to offer students the computing knowledge needed to perform in the technological office environment. Graduates of this program will become integral members of any business staff, prepared with their knowledge of data entry, computer office software, 10-key, word processing, and computer operation. They will learn the necessary communication skills for effective client/coworker relationships and be provided with the opportunity to certify their typing speed, 10-key speed, editing skills and computer software specialties. Graduates of this program may find entry-level employment as office workers for businesses in all sectors of the economy (manufacturing, wholesale, retail, non-profit, service) and in a variety of positions including: Customer Service Specialists, Computer Operators, Office Assistants, Clerks, Data Entry Operators, Telemarketers, Word Processors, and Network Technician Trainees. |
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Legal Assistant
| Laws regulate business and govern all aspects of an ever-changing world. The dynamics of the legal profession offer the legal assistant an exciting and challenging environment. International Business School's Legal Assistant program is designed to develop student skills in areas such as organization, communication, legal transcription, computers, legal vocabulary, and litigation procedures. Graduates of this program are prepared for an entry level position in any legal office with a comprehensive knowledge of legal office procedures, legal terminology, court systems, accounting, legal record keeping, billing clients and the preparation, filing and service of legal documents. They will learn keyboarding, machine transcription, skills for effective client/coworker relationships and be provided with the opportunity to certify their typing speed, 10-key speed, editing skills and legal office software application abilities. Graduates of this program may find entry-level employment as legal office workers for businesses in several sectors of the economy (government/law enforcement, service/retail, non-profit) and in a wide variety of positions including: Junior Legal Secretary, Legal Office Receptionist, Legal Assistant or Legal Support Employee for law firms, real estate companies, insurance companies, law enforcement agencies, and government agencies. |
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Administrative Assisting
| Every office relies heavily upon several key components for smooth daily operation, and no one component has more impact upon efficiency in today's business world than administration. International Business School's Administrative Assistant program is a balanced curriculum designed to offer students the comprehensive set of skills necessary to perform in the administrative office environment. Graduates of this program will become essential personnel who are prepared for rapid advancement in any business office with a thorough knowledge of data entry, filing, 10-key, word processing, dictation, accounting, computer operation and a wide variety of current business software programs. They will learn the necessary verbal and written communication skills for effective client/coworker relationships and be provided with the opportunity to certify their typing speed, 10-key speed, editing skills and office software application abilities. Graduates of this program may find entry-level employment as office workers for businesses in all sectors of the economy (manufacturing, wholesale, retail, non-profit, service) and in a wide variety of positions including: Receptionists, Customer Service Representatives, Office Assistants, Clerical Specialists, Claims Processors, Data Entry Operators, Administrative Secretaries, Personal Assistants, Archivists. |
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Certificate Program - Medical Office Specialist/Transcriptionist
| With unprecedented scientific breakthroughs and technological advances, the healthcare field is one of our nation's largest employment industries. International Business School's Medical Office Specialist/Transcriptionist program offers students the knowledge they need for rapid advancement in the healthcare office setting. Graduates of this program are prepared with training in medical terminology, medical insurance billing, medical office procedures, computer operation, medical records maintenance, basic anatomy/physiology, human relations, word processing and medical transcription. They will learn the necessary verbal and written communication skills for effective patient/coworker relationships and be provided with the opportunity to certify their typing speed, transcription speed, 10-key speed, editing skills and office software application abilities. Medical Office Specialist program graduates may find entry-level office employment (Receptionists, Customer Service Representatives, Office Assistants, Clerical Specialists, Claims Processors, Data Entry Operators, Administrative Secretaries) in a wide variety of settings, including: managed care facilities, retirement communities, outpatient clinics, hospitals, doctor's offices, and nursing service facilities. |
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Computerized Office Specialist
| Computer technology has impacted every aspect of our daily lives, and this impact is most evident in the rapidly changing business office. International Business School's Computerized Office Specialist program is a comprehensive curriculum designed to offer students a diversified array of skills necessary to perform in the computerized office environment. Graduates of this program will become valuable contributors to the efficient operation of any business office through their knowledge of data entry, filing, 10-key, word processing, dictation, computer operation and a wide variety of current business software programs. They will learn the necessary verbal and written communication skills for effective client/coworker relationships and be provided with the opportunity to certify their typing speed, 10-key speed, editing skills and office software application abilities. Graduates of this program may find entry-level employment as office workers for businesses in all sectors of the economy (manufacturing, wholesale, retail, non-profit, service) and in a wide variety of positions including: Telephone Operators, Customer Service Representatives, Office Assistants, Receptionists, Claims Processors, Data Entry Operators, Telemarketers, Word Processors, Archivists, and Filing Specialists. |
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Word Processing Specialist
| Modern office technology has required today's businesses to screen potential employees closely for specialized skills. International Business School's Word Processing Specialist program is a targeted curriculum designed to offer students the necessary skills to perform in the modern office environment. Graduates of this program will become vital assets to the efficient operation of any business office through their knowledge of data entry, filing, 10-key, word processing, and computer operation. They will learn the necessary verbal and written communication skills for effective client/coworker relationships and be provided with the opportunity to certify their typing speed, 10-key speed, editing skills and computer abilities. Graduates of this program may find entry-level employment as office workers for businesses in all sectors of the economy (manufacturing, wholesale, retail, non-profit, service) and in a wide variety of positions including: Telephone Operators, Office Assistants, Receptionists, Data Entry Operators, Telemarketers, Word Processors, and Filing Specialists. |
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Cosmetology/Operator
Program Objectives: The careers in cosmetology will give the students an employable occupation by preparing them for the demanding studies in cosmetology. This program will prepare the student not only hands on experience but also the practical side of running a hair styling studio. During the year, the student will be taught the rules and regulations of the Texas Cosmetology Commission. They will be exposed to the theory and skills of shampooing, hair and scalp treatment, haircutting, chemical hair relaxing, and hair styling, shaping, and manicuring.
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Cosmetology/Instructor
Program Objectives: The careers in cosmetology will give the students an employable occupation by preparing them for the demanding studies in cosmetology. This program will prepare the student to instruct others in the field of cosmetology. With hands on experience and overall operations of running a hair styling studio. During the year the student will be taught the rules and regulations of the Texas Cosmetology Commission. They will be exposed to the theory and skills of shampooing, hair and scalp treatment, haircutting, chemical hair relaxing, and hair styling, shaping, and manicuring.
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Cosmetology/Nail Technology
Program Objectives: The careers in cosmetology will give the students an employable occupation by preparing them for the demanding studies in cosmetology. This program will prepare the student to be a nail technician. The student will be taught the rules and regulations of the Texas Cosmetology Commission. They will be exposed to the theory and skills of manicuring.
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Cosmetology/Esthetician
Program Objectives: The careers in cosmetology will give the students an employable occupation by preparing them for the demanding studies in cosmetology. This program will prepare the student with hands on experience for the field of skin care. During this program students will be taught the rules and regulations of the Texas Cosmetology Commission.
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