Utah Career College

Utah Career College

Utah Career College provides specialized career training programs for career minded individuals. Through our employer approved curriculum and hands-on training you can acquire the skills and education necessary to become successful in your chosen career.

We offer flexible class scheduling to accommodate academic and individual needs. Classes are offered both day and evening for full-time and part-time students. Many classes are also offered online, providing students with an opportunity to participate in distance education. This mode of delivery enables students to learn from the location of their choice and accommodates a schedule that is convenient for them. Training is provided by instructors with practical business, computer and medical knowledge and professional on the job experience.

With our help, students identify their career goals before their first day of class. Individualized attention and career specific training provide our graduates with an edge. Students learn skills that are in high demand by employers. These skills include:

• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Teamwork and leadership
• Oral and written communication

In addition to the academic experience you gain, the people you meet at Utah Career College will become your friends and mentors. They will influence your life and expand your networking opportunities.

Health & Exercise Science

Bachelor of Science - 15 quarters
Associate of Applied Science - 8 quarters

The health and exercise science programs at Utah Career College are designed to prepare graduates for employment opportunities in a broadly defined industry that encompasses recreation, rehabilitation, movement development, athletics, exercise and fitness, as well as sales and marketing of industry related products and services.

As a physical fitness specialist, graduates will be trained to administer diagnostic fitness assessments. They will learn the necessary skills to design, implement, and supervise wellness and exercise programs at health clubs, government agencies, corporations, health care facilities and at many other sites. They will possess the requisite skills to work with the general population, plus will also be qualified to work with people who possess special exercise/wellness needs.

Health and exercise science graduates may be employed (but are not limited to) the following organizational settings:

• Sports training and conditioning facilities
• Rehabilitation centers
• Chiropractic clinics
• Corporate wellness departments
• YMCA's and YWCA's
• Hospitals
• Convalescent facilities and senior citizen centers
• Health clubs
• Promotion and sales

Massage Therapy

Associate of Applied Science - 8 quarters
Diploma - 6 quarters

The massage therapy program offers classes taught by industry professionals who are dedicated to ensuring your classroom experience exceeds your expectations. You will get the personal attention you desire with small class sizes and individual attention.

Massage therapy is one of the fastest growing areas of today's health and wellness fields. Graduates will qualify to join the American Massage Therapy Association (ATMA) and are qualified to sit for the National Board Certification Test for Massage and Body Work.

Career opportunities include:

• Health clubs
• Sports medicine
• Spas, private practice
• Doctor's offices

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