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| The facilities are located at 7000 Fleur Drive with the building occupying approximately 44,000 square feet. Associate of Occupational Studies Degrees are offered in Computer Systems and Network Technology, Dental Assistant Specialist, Medical Assistant with Limited Radiography and Diesel Mechanics. Diploma programs are offered in Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Maintenance Technician and Medical Assistant. There are twenty classrooms, a learning resource center, and a student lounge in the school. The Diesel Mechanic area has a large shop area that can hold up to three full size semi cabs and three welding areas with all the proper safety equipment.
The HVAC area has multiple heating and cooling units. The Dental department has one functional and one expansion laboratory, one large dental clinic with four operational operatories, three operational x-ray bays, a dedicated sterilization area, and a large darkroom that is shared with the Medical department. The Medical department has a large functional medical clinic with three private exam areas, a classroom computer lab, and a room with x-ray equipment used for positioning of patients and exposure of phantom body parts. The CSNT area has computer systems in each classroom with hardware and software appropriate for each program application. Maximum class size is 30 students. Enrollment Capacity: 500 students per session. Theory classes are limited in size to a 30:1 student/teacher ratio and labs are limited to a 20:1 ratio. Vatterott College – Des Moines Campus  Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
The objective of this program is designed to prepare the graduate in theory and working knowledge to enter the work field as an entry-level air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration service/maintenance technician. EPA certification which includes an exam will be required to work as an HVAC technician.
Information Systems Security
This program is designed to meet the ever-increasing need for trained computer professionals in the area of information systems security. The program addresses the more popular security needs today and focuses on business security issues. The completion of this program will assist the student’s preparation for the Security+ and CISSP certifications.
Medical Assistant
The objective of this diploma program is designed to prepare the graduate for entry-level employment as a Medical Assistant. Graduates of this program will have the necessary skills to obtain employment in both administrative and clinical areas and any similar positions within the health care field. Graduates are eligible to become Certified Medical Assistants by taking and passing an exam through the American Association of Medical Assistants.
Computer Systems and Network Technology
The objective of this program is designed to meet the ever-increasing need for trained computer service personnel. A graduate of this program will be able to work at an entry-level position in the information technology industry as a service technician, computer technician, help desk technician, or network administrator and will acquire knowledge of various operating systems.
Dental Assistant Specialist
The educational objective of the Dental Assistant Specialist program is to provide graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to obtain entry-level positions as Dental Assistants or office personnel in private dental offices or dental clinics. Registration with the state which includes examination, application, and fee are required to practice as a Dental Assistant in the state of Iowa.
Diesel Mechanic
The objective of this program is designed to prepare the graduate in theory and working knowledge for entry-level employment as a diesel mechanic, diesel technician, working on heavy trucks in a fleet or dealership or similar related employment within the trucking or transportation industry
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