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| Associate's - Administrative Office Management |
Administrative Office Management skills put you in high demand with employers. Today's companies need highly skilled men and women who can organize, manage, and distribute information in the fast-paced business ...show more »world. Virginia College helps you gain the special skills and prepare for the challenges you’ll face with hands-on training in: - Database management - Word-Processing - Spreadsheets - Presentation - Graphics - Accounting - Business management - Communication skills. Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification is available.
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| Associate's - Criminal Justice |
Prepare for or enhance your career in law enforcement online in the Criminal Justice program at Virginia College, where technology meets law enforcement. Virginia College's associate degree in Criminal Justice ...show more »is offered online to fit the busy schedules of today's students. For those with work hours that vary from day to day, for students with an active family life, or for people who just want to complete their course work on their own schedule, online learning is an excellent option.
This program is right for you if you are currently employed in the field, if you are interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice, or if you have a strong desire to make your community a better place in which to live. The program will help you succeed in a variety of criminal justice positions, including courtroom administrator, police officer, private security officer, probation or parole officer, juvenile delinquency case manager, corrections officer, police detective, industrial security, commercial security, or homeland security. «show less
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| Associate's - Healthcare Reimbursement |
Healthcare Reimbursement focuses on the fundamentals of medical office protocol with specialized training in the areas you will need for a job in this growing field.
As a Virginia College student, ...show more »you’ll be prepared for entry-level positions in the medical field related to reimbursement procedures. You’ll learn the fundamentals of medical office protocol and get specialized training in Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), International Classification of Diseases (ICD), and Health Care Financing Administration Common Procedural Coding System (HCPCS). «show less
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| Associate's - Human Resource Management |
The Human Resource Management program is designed to prepare human resource professionals to deal with the complexities and challenges of managing today’s workforce. The courses show you how to help ...show more »in the professional development of men and women in the field of human resources. You’ll prepare to work in such settings as business, industry, government, and nonprofit organizations and institutions. You’ll learn to handle disputes, grievances, discipline, and dismissals while you acquire the skills you’ll need to work with a variety of people in various work settings. Want an exciting job where every day is different? Then click now and learn more! «show less
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| Associate's - Medical Office Administration |
Medical Office Administrators perform administrative duties in a medical office or clinic, reporting directly to an office manager, physician, or other health practitioner. You will help with communicating with patients ...show more »and other providers, billing insurance companies, code physician diagnostic comments and orders, and more. This program is designed to teach you how to work closely with doctors to organize and monitor patient care services. In short, you will be a vital part of the healthcare team in a physician’s office, a clinic, a hospital, a long-term care facility, or other medical office. «show less
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| Associate's - Paralegal Studies |
Get legal! Looking for a career in which you can positively affect the lives of others? Looking for a challenging career that offers prestige and excitement and a brighter future? ...show more »Then consider becoming a paralegal! The Paralegal Studies Program at Virginia College prepares you for this fast-paced and rapidly growing career field...offering you the skills and attributes employers are looking for. Paralegals can be found in courtrooms, corporations, insurance companies, governmental offices and bank trust departments, as well as in attorneys’ offices. Get the preparation you need from instructors with real-world experience.
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| Bachelor's - Business Administration |
The Business Administration program is designed for students who are interested in acquiring the knowledge and skills necessary to perform a variety of administrative functions in the business world. The ...show more »Bachelor's degree in Business Administration is also beneficial for those in lower-tier management positions and who need the baccalaureate credential to progress in their corporate hierarchy. It has become more and more important for job seekers to have a bachelor's degree to compete for positions or achieve advancement in today's business climate. Now, Virginia College offers students a chance to apply previously earned credit toward completion of a degree. «show less
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| Bachelor's - Criminal Justice |
Prepare for or enhance your career in law enforcement on-line or in a traditional classroom setting, in the Criminal Justice program at Virginia College where technology meets law enforcement. Virginia ...show more »College’s bachelor degree in Criminal Justice is offered online and on campus (or a combination of both) to fit the busy schedules of today’s students. For those with work hours that vary from day to day, for students with an active family life, or for people who just want to complete their course work on their own schedule, online learning is an excellent option. This program is right for you if you are currently employed in the field, if you are interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice, or if you have a strong desire to make your community a better place in which to live. The program will help you succeed in a variety of criminal justice positions, including courtroom administrator, police officer, private security officer, probation or parole officer, juvenile delinquency case manager, corrections officer, police detective, industrial security, commercial security, or homeland security. «show less
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| Bachelor's - Health Services Management |
Now there’s an academic program for people on the go… people who want to complete a health-based interdisciplinary studies Bachelor of Science degree on-line, whether it’s for initial entry into ...show more »this rapidly growing field or for advancement in an existing job. Are you interested in promotion in your current medical position but need a bachelor degree to move up the ladder? Are you ready for a career change to a dynamic, growing field where you can do good things for your own future while doing good for others at the same time? Then this new program is for you! Have previous college credit? Let us help you determine if it may be applied to your degree. Learn from Virginia College’s real-world instructional staff, many of whom work in the field and bring their expertise and unique, practical experience to the program. Prepare for mid-level management positions in health care organizations including hospitals, physician practices, ambulatory care centers, home health agencies, and more.
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| Bachelor's - Human Resource Management |
The Human Resource Management program is designed to prepare human resource professionals to deal with the complexities and challenges of managing today's workforce. The courses will show you how you ...show more »can help in the professional development of men and women in the field of human resources. You'll prepare to work in such settings as business, industry, government, and nonprofit organizations and institutions. You'll learn to handle disputes, grievances, discipline, and dismissals while you acquire the skills you'll need to work with a variety of people in various work settings.
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| Bachelor's - Management Information Systems |
Today's business relies on technically skilled employees! With training in computer networking, programming and information system management from Virginia College, you’ll be exposed to valuable skills that are in demand ...show more »in today's marketplace. From hardware basics to complex networking, we train you to join the exploding revolution of evolving technologies!
Virginia College's Bachelor of Science Degree in Management Information Systems is designed to give you a comprehensive introduction to business information systems and equip you with valuable managerial skills. You’ll be prepared for a career involving the management and design of computer-based information systems... those of today and the innovations coming tomorrow. Choose one of three tracks... or mix and match: Computer Programming, Database Administration, or Network Engineering.
And completing your degree online allows you to pursue a bachelor’s degree without the hassles of coordinating business schedules, childcare or even finding a parking space.
Want to compete? Want to earn a degree while balancing family and work? Then complete the info request form and find out more about Virginia College’s exciting programs. All Virginia College programs are accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. Financial aid is available for those who qualify. And our faculty and staff are available to make sure you get the most from your educational experience at Virginia College.
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| Bachelor's - Network Management |
The Network Management bachelor's program will give you the skills you'll need for a career in a broad range of private and public sector organizations. You'll study networking, finance, marketing, ...show more »human resources, leadership, communications, decision-making, and ethical issues, all to complement, enhance and build upon what you've already learned about computer networking.
As a successful graduate from this program, you can expect to be qualified to enter a general management-training program within a large organization. And the elective area of the program allows you to explore related fields of study to further broaden your education. «show less
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| Bachelor's - Paralegal Studies |
The online bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies prepares graduates for employment in attorney’s offices, courtrooms, corporations, insurance companies, governmental offices and banks. This paralegal degree online provides knowledge of legal ...show more »office procedures, delivery of legal services, legal research and writing and paralegal training in professional skills, general education, and technical competencies. «show less
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| Bachelor's - Private Sector Accounting |
The Private Sector Accounting bachelor degree program is designed for those students who are looking for a career in the in-demand field of accounting. As a graduate from this program, ...show more »you will be able to pursue a career in private industry, working in such areas as financial accounting, cost accounting, budget accounting, or internal auditing. The program also prepares you for a career in governmental or not-for-profit accounting positions. The course work gives you a thorough understanding of accounting theory and emphasizes your ability to apply the advanced accounting theories you learn in real-world situations «show less
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| Master's - Business Administration |
Give yourself the skills you need to succeed. Earn your Master of Business Administration from Virginia College. The curriculum blends management theory and the real-world practical experience you need to ...show more »be more marketable in today's business world. This comprehensive graduate business and entrepreneurial program prepares you for advanced employment in the leadership field you have chosen. It has never been easier for you to acquire the skills and knowledge you need for success in today's business world. Click now for more information about this new and dynamic program. «show less
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| Master's - Criminal Justice |
The Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ) degree is designed to provide an advanced and in-depth study of the criminal justice system from a management and administrative viewpoint. The ...show more »curriculum includes advanced courses in the different fields of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, corrections, and juvenile justice, as well as courses that will increase the students’ understanding of criminological theories and social science research. This program is designed to help prepare students to take on leadership and managerial positions at the local, state, and federal levels of the criminal justice system.
In addition to successful completion of all required courses and elective hours, students will be tasked with completion of four comprehensive examinations which will cover specific course materials as a means to fully demonstrate the students’ mastery of the material learned. Students will also complete an Area Paper or a research paper in a field of interest within criminal justice. This project must be completed prior to graduation, and its topic and specifications required must be approved, overseen, and graded by an approved MSCJ faculty member.
Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
* Analyze the issues and decisions made at the administrative levels of the criminal justice system
* Develop the tools needed to conduct social science research in criminal justice institutions -
* Demonstrate a familiarity and understanding of criminological theories, past and present, which explain criminal and deviant behavior
* Conduct detailed research, analyze data, and report findings in a thorough manner
* Describe the strategies, principles, theory, and techniques of evidence gathering during criminal investigations - Identify the salient features of modern criminal justice policy
* Summarize the major tenets of modern criminal justice research
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| Master's - Cybersecurity |
Virginia College's master's degree in Cybersecurity is designed to provide you with an in-depth study in IT Infrastructure Security. You will be exposed to and challenged by the most popular ...show more »aspects of computer security, including cyber-law, cyber-terrorism, forensics, hardening the operating system, viral activity, and compliancy issues. As a graduate of this program, you will be prepared for employment positions involving the security management of a LAN, WLAN, and WAN environments, including our own nation's informational infrastructure.
As part of this exciting program, you will be presented with various simulations and live lab projects to examine the overall security administration and computer forensics of network security in fields such as information security, network administration, and firewall management. The program provides a strong foundation in cryptography, forensics, intrusion detection, and firewall devices. Additional areas of study include hardening among various operating systems, simulated and real-life experience through VPN connections, and security measures applied to perimeter network devices.
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| Associate's - Business Administration |
Business Administration:
The Business Administration program is designed for students who are interested in acquiring the knowledge and skills necessary to perform a variety of administrative functions in the business world. ...show more »The Bachelor's degree in Business Administration is also beneficial for those in lower-tier management positions and who need the baccalaureate credential to progress in their corporate hierarchy. It has become more and more important for job seekers to have a bachelor's degree to compete for positions or achieve advancement in today's business climate. Now, Virginia College offers students a chance to apply previously earned credit toward completion of a degree. «show less
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| Bachelor's - Criminal Justice - Homeland Security |
The Criminal Justice – Homeland Security program at Virginia College teaches critical-thinking, program-management, and leadership skills needed within homeland security, as well as an understanding of its history, domestic crime, ...show more »substantive & procedural law within the criminal justice system, current homeland security policies, operational theories, functions and issues from domestic perspectives, and the ethical, political, social, environmental and economic issues related criminal investigations. Students will be able to differentiate the various threats to domestic security (including technological and political forms of terrorism) and the various phases of intelligence operations.
* Education requirements range from a high school diploma to a college degree or higher.
* Many agencies pay all or part of the tuition for officers to work toward degrees in criminal justice, police science, administration of justice, or public administration and pay higher salaries to those who earn one of those degrees.
* Federal agencies require a bachelor's degree, related work experience, or a combination of the two.
* The Departments of Defense and Homeland Security alone are expected to offer more than 83,000 new jobs.
* More than 15,000 new Customs and Border Patrol agents and 22,000 Transportation Security Agency airport screeners are expected to be hired over the coming three years.
As the population grows and national security remains a priority, many new law enforcement officers, such as detectives and criminal investigators will be needed.
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| Master's - Business Administration - Healthcare |
This program is designed for those already working in the healthcare field who seek advancement as well as for those who desire a career in the business side of healthcare. ...show more »A master's degree in such areas as health services administration, long-term care administration, health sciences, public health, public administration, or business administration is the standard credential for most generalist positions in this field. The program offers business management skills needed within in today's health care systems, emphasizing core management, strategy and analytics. The concentration includes courses in marketing for health care organizations, health care accounting, and health care law. Medical and health services managers advance by moving into more responsible and higher paying positions, such as assistant or associate administrator, department head, or chief. This program is specifically designed to give graduates the education they need to enhance a career in this growing field.
For what type positions does this program prepare me?
With the proper educational background, graduates are prepared for supervisory roles in a wide variety of organizations. Graduates of this program may start as department managers or as supervisory staff. They may also take jobs in medical group practices, clinics, hospitals, governmental agencies, pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, or insurance or managed care companies.
What is the potential for job growth for someone with this degree?
Employment of medical and health services managers is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics* data. The healthcare industry will continue to expand and diversify, requiring managers to help ensure smooth business operations. This is especially true for applicants with work experience in healthcare and strong business management skills.
Take the next step. Talk with an Admissions Associate now about this dynamic program. Learn more about the classes you will take and how they could benefit you in your career. Remember, Virginia College offers you practical, real-world education in a supportive learning environment. Even though you take classes online, anytime, anywhere, you are not on your own. We will be with you every step of the way!
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| Master's - Business Administration - Management |
You can increase your career value and earning power while putting yourself into a position to compete for top opportunities in business with this flexible and convenient online program. The ...show more »Business Administration—Management masters degree from Virginia College gives you broad management skills, ranging from analytics to strategic management to organizational relations. You may concentrate in more specific areas such as project management, marketing, new product development, or information systems. The core courses in management involve areas like accounting, finance, managerial economics, management and organizations, management and strategy, and business operations. «show less
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| Associate's - Accounting Specialist |
The Accounting Specialist Program is designed to meet the needs of those students who work in the accounting field or who are presently employed and want to complete additional accounting ...show more »courses beyond the diploma level. As a student in this program, you’ll prepare for positions such as Accounting Clerks, Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialists, Personal Income Tax Clerks, Collection Clerks, or Professional Bookkeepers. This program amplifies the student’s understanding of the role of accounting in business operations with a special emphasis on combining accounting theory and practice with the microcomputer. Upon graduation and with two years of experience, you will be encouraged to sit for the Certified Bookkeeper (CB) national certification.
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