Career Training at SJVC’s Temecula Campus

Clinical Medical Assisting

Medical assistants play an important role in any medical team, whether it’s in a doctor’s office, hospital, or outpatient facility. The Clinical Medical Assisting program at SJVC’s Temecula campus provides students with the basic skills needed to succeed in an entry-level position.

Also Check out: Guide to Becoming a Medical Assistant in California

Some of our courses may include:

• HCP 103 Foundational Office Skills
• HCP 203 Medical Office Management
• MAP 205 Front Office Procedures
• MAP 510 Certification Prep
• GRS 100 Graduate Readiness Seminar

San Joaquin Valley College uses hands-on training and classroom education to give students a dynamic, comprehensive learning experience for real-world applications. Take your career to the next level by earning a Certificate of Completion in as few as nine months. Graduates are eligible to sit for the National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) exam offered by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).

SJVC prepares students to take appropriate certification and licensure exams related to their individual majors. Graduates may qualify for other certifications depending upon location and placement requirements. The College does not guarantee students will successfully pass these exams or be certified or licensed as a result of completing the program.

Dental Assisting

The Dental Assisting program at SJVC’s Temecula campus allows students to learn administrative and clinical duties that support a dental team. You’ll work with dentists and dental hygienists to perform a variety of duties, like assisting with dental procedures, taking vital signs, and performing diagnostic testing. Our Dental Assistant program features a wide range of subject areas and skills necessary for the day-to-day job. You can expect to learn:

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

Jumpstart your career in Dental Assisting by earning a Certificate of Completion in as little as eleven months. Once you’ve finished training, 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.

Respiratory Therapy

Do you want to help people live better, more fulfilling lives? As a respiratory therapist, you can help treat patients who struggle with lung and breathing disorders. The Respiratory Therapist Education program at SJVC’s Temecula campus uses a dynamic mix of hands-on training and classroom education to prepare students for success. As a student, you will learn skills like:

• Respiratory care plans
• Life support measures
• Pulmonary function testing
• Respiratory medications and gases
• Arterial blood for blood gas analysis

Earn an Associate of Science degree in Respiratory Therapy in as few as 19 months while preparing for credentialing exams upon completion. In addition, 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.

Surgical Technology

Today’s healthcare teams rely on a wide range of surgical technology to help support patients and their overall wellness. Our Surgical Technology program in Temecula helps students develop entry-level skills using a blend of classroom instruction and real-world training.

Enroll today and start earning an Associate of Science degree in as few as 15 months. Upon completion of our courses, you are eligible to sit for the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) National Certification Exam. 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.

Electrical Technology

Are you interested in learning how to work safely with electrical technology? If so, then career training at SJVC’s Electrical Technology program might be a great path for you. We designed each course to help students train for entry-level employment as electrical technicians.

As an electrician, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical power, communications, lighting, and control systems in homes, businesses, or factories. Our Electrical Technology program in Temecula combines proven techniques with best practices in the field. Earn a Certificate of Completion in as few as ten months.

Graduates are eligible to take the California General Electrician’s Certification Exam, administered by the California Department of Industrial Relations (DiR). In order to be certified as a General Electrician in the State of California, pursuant to certification standards established by the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, an applicant must pass a certification examination and complete 8000 hours of work for a C-10 electrical contractor installing, constructing, or maintaining electrical systems covered by the National Electrical Code.

For additional information, please visit: https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/ECU/ElectricalTrade.html

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.

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

The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC-R) program at SJVC’s Temecula campus trains students on all the essentials to get started in the field. From heating and cooling principles to electrical theories, you will learn HVAC-R with hands-on practices from experienced faculty.

You can earn a Certificate of Completion in as few as ten months. Upon completing this program, you’ll also be qualified to pursue an Environmental Protection Agency (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.