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North-West College maintains the relevancy and quality of its training programs through compliance and involvement with the following:

Accreditation and Approval

  • The North-West College West Covina, Pomona, Van Nuys, Glendale, Riverside, Anaheim and Long Beach campuses are accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).
  • North-West College San Diego and North-West College Bakersfield are accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
  • Licensed by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (www.bppe.ca.gov).*
  • Vocational Nursing programs are approved by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT).
  • The Surgical Technologist programs at North-West College are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP – www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA).
  • The Pharmacy Technician Program is accredited and recognized by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (West Covina, Pomona, Van Nuys, Glendale, Riverside, Anaheim and Long Beach Campuses).

Memberships and Affiliations

  • All programs are regularly reviewed by advisory boards comprised of doctors, dentists, pharmacists, paralegals and accountants.
  • Approved for the training of veterans.
  • Approved to train State Vocational Rehabilitation students.
  • Affiliated with hospitals, clinics, doctors, dentists, optometric, law, accounting and clerical professionals for internship and clinical training, and graduate employment. Our graduate services are well recognized by many employers.
  • We participate in the Greater Avenues for Independence (GAIN) Program.
  • A charter member of the California Association of Private Postsecondary Schools which includes the California Association of Paramedical Schools.

Recognized as a volunteer group for student’s community involvement by the following organizations:

  • American Cancer Society
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  • Cal Poly – Pomona – Health Center
  • Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy Center
  • Lanterman State Hospital
  • Foothill AIDS Project
  • Centers and clinics in Los Angeles and Orange County, San Bernardino County and San Gabriel Valley

*This institution is a private institution approved to operate by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. Approval to operate means the institution is compliant with the minimum standards contained in the California Private Postsecondary Education Act of 2009 (as amended) and Division 7.5 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations.

 

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Vocational Nursing

Vocational Nursing

North-West College can help you become a Vocational Nurse with its training programs and nursing courses. Learn more and enroll now!

Registered Nursing

Registered Nursing

Associates Degree Program for Nurses (ADN) offered at Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing can provide you with the education and hands-on training you need to begin a rewarding career as a Registered Nurse.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)

Registered Nurses (RN) are the largest group among all the health care occupations. RNs evaluate patient’s health problems and needs and provide nursing care to ill, injured, convalescing, and/or disabled patients.

Surgical Technology

Surgical Technology

Surgical Technologists (also known as surgical techs, operating room technicians, and OR techs) assist in surgical operations, preparing operating rooms and helping surgeons, nurses, and doctors before and during surgical procedures.

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

As imaging technology has continued to evolve, medical facilities continue to use ultrasound to replace more invasive, costly procedures. Ultrasound is often less expensive than other imaging technologies and is often used as a first-line tool for diagnosis.

Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

Medical Assistants are trained allied health care workers who perform routine tasks and procedures to support the work of physicians and other health care professionals.

Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant

The Dental Assistant program at North-West College is a career-focused technical course designed to provide you with the training programs you need to start working in a dental office.

Medical Insurance Biller & Coder

Medical Insurance Biller & Coder

The number of health insurance customers and people using health care services today is greater than ever as the aging population increases and more individuals have access to health insurance programs. As a result, there is a greater need for trained Medical Insurance Billers and Coders to organize and manage health care information data.

Associate of Science in Health Care Administration

Associate of Science in Health Care Administration

Designed to help students become familiar with the healthcare delivery system and can provide you with the essential business, medical, and human resources knowledge you need to launch or advance your administrative career in the world of healthcare.

Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technicians are skilled professionals trained to perform clerical duties and tasks related to preparing and dispensing of pharmaceutical drugs.

Eyecare Specialist

Eyecare Specialist

North-West College offers excellent courses and facilities for aspiring health care professionals. Read about our Eyecare Specialist program here.

Massage Therapist

Massage Therapist

North-West College offers excellent courses and facilities for aspiring health care professionals. Read about our Massage Therapy program here.

Online Medical Billing & Coding

Online Medical Billing & Coding

This program gives students greater flexibility than traditional classroom learning, by allowing you to attend classes Online from anywhere you can connect to the Internet.

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