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High-Tech Institute Kansas City to Offer Six New Associate of Science Degree Programs

High-Tech Institute Kansas City will offer six new Associate of Applied Science degree programs in Criminal Justice, Dental Assistant, Medical Assistant, Medical Billing & Coding, Massage Therapy and Surgical Technologist. The school also offers diploma programs in Dental Assistant, Medical Assistant, Medical Billing & Coding, Massage Therapy and Surgical Technologist.

"We are excited to now introduce associate degree programs in addition to our diploma offerings," said Marilyn Knight, president of High-Tech Institute Kansas City. "These degree offerings broaden the opportunities for our students to gain additional educational experience, making them qualified for a wider range of career opportunities."

Among the new Associate of Applied Science degree programs:

    --  Criminal Justice - An increased emphasis on homeland security had meant
        a demand for new graduates in criminal justice.  Graduates will be
        prepared to work as a corrections officer, juvenile detention officer,
        retail loss prevention officer, court bailiff and others in a variety of
        settings.
    --  Dental Assistant - Students learn the fundamentals of dental x-ray,
        education in dental science, chair-side training, dental equipment set
        up, lab procedures, dental health and basic dental office administrative
        duties.  Upon graduation students are qualified to work as a dental
        assistant, chair-side assistant or a dental receptionist.
    --  Medical Assistant - The Medical Assistant is a multi-skilled health
        professional who plays an important role as a member of the health care
        team in a variety of medical settings. This program introduces students
        to anatomy and physiology of the body systems, medical terminology, and
        required clinical and administrative skills. Upon graduation, students
        will be prepared to as an entry-level Clinical Medical Assistant,
        Administrative Medical Assistant, Medical receptionist, Medical
        Bookkeeper, and Laboratory Assistant.
    --  Medical Billing & Coding - Students will receive training in all areas
        of insurance billing and medical coding, medical records, as well as
        study the human anatomy, physiology and common diseases and an
        introduction to medical terminology and pharmacology.  Upon graduation,
        students will be qualified to work as a medical insurance biller, a
        medical records coder or health information technician.
    --  Massage Therapy -- Students will study anatomy, physiology and pathology
        in relation to soft tissue injury and treatment and train in various
        methods of massage.  Upon graduation, students will be qualified to work
        in a variety of settings as a massage therapist - from private practice
        to nursing homes, resorts to pain management clinics.

    --  Surgical Technologist - Students will study the anatomy and physiology
        of the body, receive an introduction to the operating room as well as
        training in skills of a Surgical Technologist, laboratory procedures and
        CPR certification.  An externship at a medical facility will be part of
        the education process and students will be qualified to work in hospital
        operating rooms, delivery rooms, surgical centers and clinics upon
        graduation.

Prospective students should call 866-296-2110 or visit http://www.hightechinstitute.edu/locations/high-tech-institute-kansas%20city/ for more information.

About High-Tech Institute

Established in 2003, High -Tech Institute Kansas City is part of the Anthem Education Group of schools and colleges. Anthem Education Group (AEG) is a Phoenix, Arizona-based family of schools and colleges that provides career focused training and education programs at 22 accredited institutions in 13 states and through online programs, offering masters, bachelors and associates degrees as well as diplomas. The Anthem Education Group family of schools, which has been providing quality post-secondary education for more than a century, includes Anthem College, Anthem College Online, Anthem Institute, The Bryman School of Arizona, Morrison University, Allied College and High-Tech Institute.

SOURCE High-Tech Institute