City College

City College

Established in 1984. City College was originally established in 1984 as a branch of Draughon's Junior College of Business founded in 1896 in Paducah, Kentucky. The College considers the student as an individual and strives to be aware at all times of the needs of each member of its student body. The College seeks to give students an understanding of and respect for their own and others' ideas and thoughts. The mission of City College is to educate and train students in their chosen major for employment in specific career fields. The College awards diplomas, associate of science, or bachelor of science degrees based on the studen'ts completion of required coursework.

Three Florida Campuses. City College is a not for profit private college currently operating 3 campuses in Florida. City College's campuses are located in Fort Lauderdale, Gainesville and Miami. These distinguished faculties teach a comprehensive curriculum that is academically challenging and includes the latest knowledge and concepts in the related fields as well as the arts and sciences. Students may choose from a wide variety of electives and general education classes to achieve their career and personal education aspirations.

City College Programs - All programs are not offered at all campuses. Please contact City College for more details.

Talented and creative individuals drive the highly competative field of Broadcasting. The City College School of Broadcasting aims at preparing Television and Radio professionals both on air and behind the scenes.

Today's Broadcast professionals must possess performance skill, creativity, marketing savvy and equipment agility. The broadcasting industry is exciting and rewarding, and this program's competitive core ensures a successful career for the trained and motivated individual.

While theory is an important part of the curriculum, a great deal of emphasis is placed on the actual practice of Broadcasting in order to prepare you for your first job and to allow you to grow within the industry. At City College, you'll take a hands-on approach to learning the Broadcasting business. With a full TV studio, video production suites, a campus radio station, mock radio studios and audio production suites, you'll get practical experience while earning your Associate of Science Degree.

From show prep, writing for broadcast, and vocal interpretation to operating equipment our Broadcasting School Program at City College prepares students for entry-level positions in the exciting broadcast industry.

The South Florida area is perfect for the study of Broadcasting. Miami/Fort Lauderdale is one of the top 20 television markets in the country. It is also a major hub for international business, the U.S. center for the cruise industry, a huge tourism and service area, and home to a wide variety of mass media agencies. Electing to take an optional internship at one of South Florida's radio or TV stations will add credibility to your resume.

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• Broadcast Journalism
• Broadcast Advertising and Sales
• Voice and Diction
• Radio Station Operations
• Video Production
• Audio Production
• On-Air Programming

The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) major combines Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedics courses, inclusive of clinical externships in hospitals, ambulance services and fire rescue services.

Graduates are preparied with the knowledge, skills and professionalism necessary to obtain certification as an Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic to practice the art and science of out-of-hospital medicine in conjunction with medical direction. Curriculum is provided by the United States Government. Additional training in biological, chemical and hazardous materials is included. Schedule a visit to City College today

Complete your EMS Degree in 18 months. You will receive hands-on EMS training in South Florida's busiest trauma centers, Fire Rescue Departments and Ambulance Services.

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The legal assistant plays a vital role in the American justice system. Yearly increases in court caseloads increase the demand for skilled professionals. Attorneys are in need of trained legal assistants to research, draft legal documents and prepare cases for litigation.

In the City College Legal Assisting Program, you'll study various types of law, effective research techniques, preparation of legal documents and computer applications. Through externship, you'll get practical experience in a professional legal office before you graduate. Schedule a visit to City College today

In less than two years, you'll earn your Associate of Science Degree in Legal Assisting. Get started now on an exciting career in the legal field at City College.

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The Business Administration - Management curriculum encompasses many different areas. You will study organizational behavior, entrepreneurship, strategic management, human resource management, and operations management. Schedule a visit to City College today

You will also become proficient in communication skills and practical managing techniques, while acquiring a strong liberal arts background. You will study management with a focus on tomorrow, so that you will be prepared for corporate life in the future.

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The Medical Office Administration major with a Track in Insurance Billing and Coding provides students with the necessary background, knowledge, and specialized skills for a career in the medical billing and coding profession. Visit City College today.

Secretarial and administrative skills are emphasized, providing graduates with the opportunity to qualify for entry level opportunities such as Medical Coding Clerk, Medical Billing Specialist, Medical Records Clerk, and Medical Office Assistant.

The Medical Office Administration major with a Track in Insurance Billing and Coding provides students with the necessary background, knowledge, and specialized skills for a career in the medical billing and coding profession. Schedule a visit to City College today

Secretarial and administrative skills are emphasized, providing graduates with the opportunity to qualify for entry level opportunities such as Medical Coding Clerk, Medical Billing Specialist, Medical Records Clerk, and Medical Office Assistant.

Full-scale investigations can be challenging and exciting. Knowing where to find vital information can make the difference between success and failure, weeks of work or just a few hours of searching in the right place. The strategies behind an investigation can be very intriguing.

The Private Investigations Services Program equips graduates with the skills necessary to conduct an in-depth investigation. The hands-on approach that City College's instructors use is invaluable to you when you go out on your own investigations. Schedule a visit to City College today

Graduates will be equipped for entry- level positions into any size agency, from the one man sole proprietor to the full scale multi-investigator agency. Upon obtaining an Associate of Science Degree in Private Investigation, you will need only one year of internship to become a fully licensed "C" investigator.

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The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program with a concentration in Project Management is designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to effectively initiate, plan, execute, control, and complete a particular project in their area of previous technical training.

This program is designed as a degree completion program for AS degree holders from any nationally or regionally accredited college and will provide a student with preparation for advancement through the concentration skill set of project management. Schedule a visit to City College today

Technical expertise in applied management will prepare students for supervisory roles of other technical staff, mid-level management and administrative positions in both corporate and government communities. Thus graduates of local Associate of Science degree programs will develop the tools for advancement or possible career shift in leadership positions within their local, national, or international corporate and government communities.