Career Training at SJVC’s Bakersfield Campus

Clinical Medical Assisting

The Clinical Medical Assisting program at SJVC’s Bakersfield campus provides hands-on training and entry-level courses for those interested in the field of medical assisting. Students will learn how to draw blood, maintain patient records, prepare patients for exams, and more.

Are you ready to advance your career in clinical medical assisting? Enroll today and earn a Certificate of Completion in as few as nine months. Graduates will be eligible to sit for the National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) exam after finishing the program.

SJVC prepares students to take appropriate certification and licensure exams related to their individual majors. The College does not guarantee students will successfully pass these exams or be certified or licensed as a result of completing the program.

Read on to learn more about how to become a medical assistant.

Dental Assisting

SJVC’s Dental Assisting program in Bakersfield trains students to perform administrative and clinical tasks that support a dental office. You’ll work under the supervision of dentists and dental hygienists to perform a variety of duties, such as taking vital signs, x-rays, and assisting with dental treatments. Our Dental Assistant program also gives you a chance to learn a wide range of subject areas. Some of which includes:

• Dental anatomy and radiology
• Dental practice software
• Dental practice management
• Preventive dentistry
• Coronal polishing

Start your path in Dental Assisting by earning a Certificate of Completion in as little as eleven months! After graduating, you’ll then be eligible to take the Dental Board of California Examination for state licensure.

SJVC prepares students to take appropriate certification and licensure exams related to their individual majors. The College does not guarantee students will successfully pass these exams or be certified or licensed as a result of completing the program.

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

SJVC’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography program in Bakersfield is designed to help students develop essential skills in the practice of sonography and healthcare-related fields. Our Diagnostic Medical Sonography students learn various skills through hands-on learning such as:

• Fundamentals and professional aspects of sonography
• Principles and instrumentation of ultrasound
• Abdominal ultrasound imaging
• Obstetrics, gynecology, and vascular imaging

At SJVC, you could earn an Associate of Science Degree in as little as 17 months. In addition, eligible to sit for the exams required to gain certification through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography® (ARDMS). Students also earn certification in CPR/First Aid. SJVC prepares students to take appropriate certification and licensure exams related to their individual majors. The College does not guarantee students will successfully pass these exams or be certified or licensed as a result of completing the program.

Graduates of this program earn an Associate of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography. Upon completion of 1,680 hours of work experience as a diagnostic medical sonographer, graduates are eligible to sit for the ARDMS certification exam. An alternative exam pathway is available to graduates who have earned a previous health studies credential (please see the Program Director for more information). Students also earn certification in CPR/First Aid. SJVC prepares students to take appropriate certification and licensure exams related to their individual majors. The College does not guarantee students will successfully pass these exams or be certified or licensed as a result of completing the program.

Are you ready for a career change? Join us by enrolling in our Diagnostic Medical Sonography program today.

Respiratory Therapy

SJVC’s Respiratory Therapy program in Bakersfield combines traditional classroom objectives with practical, hands-on experience. Our approach to learning prepares students to become members of vital healthcare teams as they help patients with lung or breathing disorders.

As a Respiratory Therapy student at SJVC, you will learn how to:

• Perform clinically as a competent advanced-level Respiratory Therapist
• Exemplify critical thinking and judgment skills
• Demonstrate personal and professional behavior consistent with a Respiratory Therapist
• Earn Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support Provider (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) certifications
• Become a Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Characterize the philosophies of lifelong learning and professional growth by participating in continued education and community outreach
• Demonstrate the social skills, professional appearance, attitudes, and behavior that employers expect of all SJVC graduates
• Relate and apply concepts of communication, reasoning, critical analysis, ethical behavior, and appropriate interpersonal interaction to situations in his or her career and personal life.

If you’re ready for a change in your career path, complete the first step by applying today! You could earn an Associate of Science degree in Respiratory Therapy in as few as 19 months and prepare for credentialing exams upon completion. We also offer clinical rotations at off-site facilities during the program.

SJVC prepares students to take appropriate certification and licensure exams related to their individual majors. The College does not guarantee students will successfully pass these exams or be certified or licensed as a result of completing the program.

Vocational Nursing

SJVC’s Vocational Nursing program in Bakersfield is designed for those who are new to the healthcare field and looking for high-demand career paths for the future. As a Vocational Nurse, you will be responsible for communicating with patients, assisting with care plans, and providing patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician. At SJVC, our nursing students enjoy hands-on education, faculty support, and interactive classroom learning.

Get started today by earning your Associate Degree in as little as 15 months! Upon completion, graduates are eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN).

SJVC prepares students to take appropriate certification and licensure exams related to their individual majors. The College does not guarantee students will successfully pass these exams or be certified or licensed as a result of completing the program.

Business Office Administration

Whether you enjoy front office responsibilities or want to climb the corporate ladder, get your career started with a background in Business Office Administration. Our program will serve as a guide for entry-level skills in accounting, computer software, inventory management, human resources, communications, and more.

The Business Office Administration program in Bakersfield uses hands-on education as a key part of its curriculum. In fact, each class offers you a new way to look at how businesses operate and where your competencies will fit in on a day-to-day basis.

In as little as eight months, you can earn your Certificate of Completion.

Get straight to business with SJVC’s Business Office Administration program.

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC-R)

Heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC-R) technicians install, maintain, and repair temperature control equipment found in modern homes and commercial businesses. No matter where you live, there is always a need for HVAC-R technicians.

SJVC’s HVAC-R program in Bakersfield is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment, as we provide career training in:

• Heating and cooling principles
• Electrical theories
• Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical problems
• Proper installation, servicing, and replacement techniques

Enroll in our HVAC classes in Bakersfield now and earn a Certificate of Completion in as few as ten months. Graduates also have the opportunity to earn EPA 608 certification.

SJVC prepares students to take appropriate certification and licensure exams related to their individual majors. The College does not guarantee students will successfully pass these exams or be certified or licensed as a result of completing the program.

Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician program at our Bakersfield campus provides students with hands-on learning and traditional coursework to perform basic maintenance in a wide range of facilities. As a student in SJVC’s Maintenance Technician program, you’ll have a chance to learn:

• Programmable logic controllers
• Motor control devices and wiring
• Fluid power systems
• Valves, actuators, and bearing applications

Enroll now to start earning a Certificate of Completion in as few as seven months. Make it happen with career training from San Joaquin Valley College!