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Diplomas

Diploma programs across the nation lead to academic awards of competency in a vocational, professional, or research field. Academic diploma programs can lead to associate, bachelor, masters, or PhD designations. Trade or professional diploma programs present student with direct training in a specific field or competency is a wide range of professions. A diploma tells prospective employers that the graduate has had pertinent training in their chosen field.

There are short-term diploma programs that offer direct professional training that can be completed in as little as nine months. These diplomas are trade-specific and often provide academic training combined with practical work experience. Many diploma programs are offered by trade schools and university continuing education extensions. The fields are exhaustive.

Diploma major fields may include theatre arts, massage therapy, culinary studies, interior design, office administration, dental assisting, photography, heating and air conditioning, drafting, nursing, medical billing and coding, electrical contracting, pharmacy technology, criminal justice, network security, computer repair, paralegal studies, retailing, web design, biotechnology, automotive and diesel, EMT, cosmetology, tax preparation, esthetics, surgical technology, legal secretarial, and digital animation.

Diploma programs are especially convenient for working adults or persons with families who want to attain job-specific training that is recognized by today's employers. They help people launch careers and enter their chosen fields without having to complete a four-year degree.

There are diploma programs that augment students' existing professional skills as well. For example, postgraduate diploma programs in education prepare teachers who already hold bachelor degrees in a specific field to enter the classroom.



Diploma Schools

      
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  • Strayer University

    Continue your education with Strayer University.

    Programs

    • Diploma: Acquisition and Contract Management
    • Undergrad Cert: Bus Admin: Entrepreneurship
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  • Ultimate Medical Academy Online

    Ultimate Medical Academy (UMA) offers industry-relevant knowledge and training for in demand careers in healthcare.

    Programs

    • Diploma - Medical Office Billing Specialist
    • Diploma - Medical Administrative Assistant
    • Diploma - Medical Billing & Coding
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  • Allied Health Institute

    Allied Health Institute is a post-secondary vocational school offering a variety of Diploma and Associate Degree programs in the field of Allied Health. By utilizing online learning, students have the flexibility to continue their education from the convenience of their own home. Our virtual classrooms will enable students to attend classes and communicate with instructors and classmates. Students can complete some programs without leaving their current employment or sacrificing family time.

    Programs

    • Electrocardiograph Technician
    • Medical Coding Specialist
    • Medical Assistant
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    Location:
    Fort Lauderdale: 51 N. State Rd 7, Fort Lauderdale FL 33317
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  • Keiser University

    For over 35 years, Keiser University has provided student-centered, quality career education.

    Programs

    • Accounting, Certificate (Online)
    • Medical Assisting, AS (Online)
    • Information Technology, AS (Online)
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    Location:
    Fort Lauderdale: , Fort Lauderdale FL 33309
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  • Kaplan University

    Kaplan University is focused on recognizing the achievements of military and veteran students and offers the flexibility of an online education.

    Programs

    • MISO / Psychological Operations – Marketing and Human Behavior Certificate (Military Only)
    • Pathway to Paralegal Postbaccalaureate Certificate
    • AS in Health Science - Army Dental Specialist (Military Only)
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    Location:
    Fort Lauderdale: 6301 Kaplan University Avenue, Fort Lauderdale FL 33309
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  • California University of Pennsylvania

    Study online with California University of Pennsylvania.

    Programs

    • BA in Arabic Language and Culture

    Location: Online

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  • Miller-Motte College Online

    Start the next chapter of your life with an Associate or Bachelor degree from Miller-Motte College Online Division.

    Programs

    • Criminal Justice - Associate of Applied Science
    • Accounting - Associate of Applied Science
    • Paralegal - Associate of Applied Science
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    Location:
    Clarksville: 1820 Business Park Drive, Clarksville TN 37040
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  • Brandman University Online

    Take a new step in your education with Brandman University.

    Programs

    • Early Childhood Special Education Authorization

    Location: Online

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  • NetCom Learning

    Get the premium IT training you need with NetCom Learning.

    Programs

    • MCITP: Enterprise Project Management with Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 Certification
    • SAS Certified Base Programmer Certification
    • CompTIA CTT+ Certification
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    Location: Online

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  • Stratford Career Institute

    Earn Your Diploma from Home!

    Programs

    • Electrician
    • Early Childhood Education
    • Funeral Service Education
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    Location: Online

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