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Carrington College

26 Campuses
7 Programs

Carrington College can help you get started in a new career. Our focus is to help change your life for the better through education. That’s more than our purpose; it’s our promise to you. At Carrington, you can receive a quality college education at any of our locations in seven western states. You can work toward your choice of an associate degree or certificate level education.

You can count on us to help you learn about options for funding your education such as loans, grants, scholarships or other sources.* You can enjoy a small college experience, where you can get the attention you deserve. Here, your instructors will not only know you by name, they can get to know you as a person.

You will know what to expect from your career in the real world, because many of our instructors bring practical working experience from their field into the classroom. Many of our programs are designed to provide you with “hands-on” training that uses the technologies and processes that are used in the field, allowing you to build your confidence while you “learn by doing” as quickly and thoroughly as possible. You will have access to helpful services like tutorial assistance and advising to help you make the most of your college experience.

You’ll feel confident knowing that Carrington College offers a high quality education. Your dream is important to us and we’ll prove that to you every day you’re a Carrington student. That’s our promise. Now let us help you realize your potential. Get ready to SOAR!

*Student loans, grants and scholarships are available to those who qualify.

Available Programs

  • Dental Assisting
    Healthcare & Medical

    Dental assistants perform a wide range of duties in dental care facilities, from patient care to office tasks and laboratory procedures. Students become skillful at taking X-rays and impressions, as well as performing coronal polishing and assisting with an array of dental procedures. The program covers patient preparation, charting, administrative duties and office administrative functions. Students gain hands-on experience during lab class sessions and clinical experience.

    Available at these locations

    Albuquerque, NM

    1001 Menaul Blvd. NE
    Albuquerque, NM 87107

    Bakersfield, CA

    201 New Stine Road
    Bakersfield, CA 93309

    Boise, ID

    1299 North Orchard St
    Boise, ID 83706

    Fresno, CA

    295 E Sierra Ave
    Fresno, CA 93710

    Glendale, AZ *

    6751 N Sunset Blvd, Suite 330
    Glendale, AZ 85305

    Hesperia, CA

    9331 Mariposa Rd
    Hesperia, CA 92344

    Las Vegas, NV

    5740 S. Eastern Avenue, Suite 140
    Las Vegas, NV 89119

    Mesa, AZ

    1001 W Southern Ave, Suite 130
    Mesa, AZ 85210

    Phoenix North, AZ

    2149 W Dunlap Ave
    Phoenix, AZ 85021

    Pleasant Hill, CA

    380 Civic Dr, Suite 300
    Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

    Portland, OR

    2004 Lloyd Center, 3rd Floor
    Portland, OR 97232

    Sacramento, CA

    8909 Folsom Blvd
    Sacramento, CA 95826

    San Jose, CA

    5883 Rue Ferrari, Suite 125
    San Jose, CA 95138

    San Leandro, CA

    15555 E 14th St, Suite 500
    San Leandro, CA 94578

    Spokane, WA

    10102 E Knox Ave, Suite 200
    Spokane, WA 99206

    Stockton, CA

    1313 W Robinhood Dr, Suite B
    Stockton, CA 95207

    Temecula, CA

    27270 Madison Ave, Ste 103
    Temecula, CA 92590

    Tucson, AZ

    201 N Bonita Ave, Suite 101
    Tucson, AZ 85745

    Visalia, CA

    8344 W Mineral King
    Visalia, CA 93291

  • Medical Assisting
    Healthcare & Medical

    The Medical Assisting program at Carrington College comprises three educational areas: clinical, administrative and externship. Students enhance skills such as word-processing, typing and keyboarding. Throughout the program professionalism, client relations, critical thinking, adherence to the ethical and legal requirements of a medical practice and proper communication skills are emphasized.

    Available at these locations

    Albuquerque, NM

    1001 Menaul Blvd. NE
    Albuquerque, NM 87107

    Bakersfield, CA

    201 New Stine Road
    Bakersfield, CA 93309

    Boise, ID

    1299 North Orchard St
    Boise, ID 83706

    Fresno, CA

    295 E Sierra Ave
    Fresno, CA 93710

    Glendale, AZ *

    6751 N Sunset Blvd, Suite 330
    Glendale, AZ 85305

    Hesperia, CA

    9331 Mariposa Rd
    Hesperia, CA 92344

    Lancaster, CA

    42135 10th Street West, Ste 200
    Lancaster, CA 93534

    Las Vegas, NV

    5740 S. Eastern Avenue, Suite 140
    Las Vegas, NV 89119

    Mesa, AZ

    1001 W Southern Ave, Suite 130
    Mesa, AZ 85210

    Modesto, CA

    5380 Pirrone Rd
    Modesto, CA 95368

    Ontario, CA

    4580 Ontario Mills Pkwy
    Ontario, CA 91764

    Phoenix North, AZ

    2149 W Dunlap Ave
    Phoenix, AZ 85021

    Pleasant Hill, CA

    380 Civic Dr, Suite 300
    Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

    Portland, OR

    2004 Lloyd Center, 3rd Floor
    Portland, OR 97232

    Rancho Mirage, CA

    34275 Monterey Ave
    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

    Reno, NV

    5580 Kietzke Ln
    Reno, NV 89511

    San Jose, CA

    5883 Rue Ferrari, Suite 125
    San Jose, CA 95138

    San Leandro, CA

    15555 E 14th St, Suite 500
    San Leandro, CA 94578

    Santa Maria, CA

    303 Plaza Dr.
    Santa Maria, CA 93454

    Spokane, WA

    10102 E Knox Ave, Suite 200
    Spokane, WA 99206

    Stockton, CA

    1313 W Robinhood Dr, Suite B
    Stockton, CA 95207

    Temecula, CA

    27270 Madison Ave, Ste 103
    Temecula, CA 92590

    Tucson, AZ

    201 N Bonita Ave, Suite 101
    Tucson, AZ 85745

    Visalia, CA

    8344 W Mineral King
    Visalia, CA 93291

  • Veterinary Technology
    Healthcare & Medical

    The mission of the Veterinary Technology program is to provide local and global veterinary communities with ethical graduates committed to lifelong learning and professional development. Graduates will have the entry level skills and knowledge required for the contemporary veterinary practice. The core program focus is companion-animal practice, but all facets of veterinary medicine, including large animal medicine, biomedical research and industry-related topics are emphasized.

    Available at these locations

    Ontario, CA

    4580 Ontario Mills Pkwy
    Ontario, CA 91764

    Pleasant Hill, CA

    380 Civic Dr, Suite 300
    Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

    San Jose, CA

    5883 Rue Ferrari, Suite 125
    San Jose, CA 95138

    San Leandro, CA

    15555 E 14th St, Suite 500
    San Leandro, CA 94578

    Stockton, CA

    1313 W Robinhood Dr, Suite B
    Stockton, CA 95207

  • Respiratory Therapy Technician / Assistant
    Healthcare & Medical

    Carrington College’s Respiratory Care / Respiratory Therapy program prepares graduates to work in a variety of medical settings helping patients work on breathing and other respiratory problems.

    Respiratory therapists care for those who have trouble breathing. Some of the most common chronic respiratory illnesses are chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, occupational lung diseases, and pulmonary hypertension.

    Some common job duties of a respiratory therapist include:

    • Interviewing and examining patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders
    • Consulting with physicians to develop patient treatment plans
    • Performing diagnostic tests, such as measuring lung capacity
    • Treating patients by using a variety of methods, including chest physiotherapy and aerosol medications
    • Monitoring and recording patients’ progress
    • Teaching patients how to take medications and use equipment, such as ventilators

    Available at this location

    Phoenix East, AZ

    2149 W Dunlap Ave, Ste 100
    Phoenix, AZ 85021

  • Veterinary Assisting
    Healthcare & Medical

    Carrington College’s Veterinary Assisting program prepares students for the clinical, lab and administrative duties required for entry-level employment as a veterinary assistant. The program concludes in an externship that allows students to practice skills in an actual veterinary health care setting.

    Available at these locations

    Bakersfield, CA

    201 New Stine Road
    Bakersfield, CA 93309

    Phoenix North, AZ

    2149 W Dunlap Ave
    Phoenix, AZ 85021

    Portland, OR

    2004 Lloyd Center, 3rd Floor
    Portland, OR 97232

    Spokane, WA

    10102 E Knox Ave, Suite 200
    Spokane, WA 99206

    Tucson, AZ

    201 N Bonita Ave, Suite 101
    Tucson, AZ 85745

  • Medical Office Administration
    Healthcare & Office Administration

    Carrington College's Medical Office Administration program offers comprehensive, hands-on training to prepare you for critical front-office roles across various healthcare settings, including private practices, clinics, facilities, or even insurance companies. In as few as nine months, you will develop essential administrative and clinical skills. The curriculum focuses on practical experience, teaching you vital tasks such as: Medical Billing and Coding: Learn to accurately process patient accounts and insurance claims. Patient Recordkeeping: Master managing and maintaining computerized medical records with precision and confidentiality. Office Management: Gain expertise in the daily operations of a medical office, from scheduling appointments to handling correspondence. Communication and Professionalism: Develop strong interpersonal skills crucial for effective patient interaction and collaboration within a healthcare team. Emergency Preparedness: Understand how to respond calmly and efficiently to various emergency situations within an office environment.

    Available at these locations

    Bakersfield, CA

    201 New Stine Road
    Bakersfield, CA 93309

    Fresno, CA

    295 E Sierra Ave
    Fresno, CA 93710

    Hesperia, CA

    9331 Mariposa Rd
    Hesperia, CA 92344

    Lancaster, CA

    42135 10th Street West, Ste 200
    Lancaster, CA 93534

    Modesto, CA

    5380 Pirrone Rd
    Modesto, CA 95368

    Rancho Mirage, CA

    34275 Monterey Ave
    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

    Santa Maria, CA

    303 Plaza Dr.
    Santa Maria, CA 93454

    Temecula, CA

    27270 Madison Ave, Ste 103
    Temecula, CA 92590

    Visalia, CA

    8344 W Mineral King
    Visalia, CA 93291

  • Pharmacy Technology
    Healthcare & Office Administration

    The Pharmacy Technology program provides both theory and practical training, which enables technicians, upon licensure*, to function as competent entry-level assistants to a licensed pharmacist. The program offers:

    • A combination of formal classroom instruction and hands-on training
    • Valuable real-world experience through a clinical externship at an approved local facility
    • Preparation for the Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) national certification exam

    Available at these locations

    Albuquerque, NM

    1001 Menaul Blvd. NE
    Albuquerque, NM 87107

    Bakersfield, CA

    201 New Stine Road
    Bakersfield, CA 93309

    Boise, ID

    1299 North Orchard St
    Boise, ID 83706

    Fresno, CA

    295 E Sierra Ave
    Fresno, CA 93710

    Hesperia, CA

    9331 Mariposa Rd
    Hesperia, CA 92344

    Lancaster, CA

    42135 10th Street West, Ste 200
    Lancaster, CA 93534

    Mesa, AZ

    1001 W Southern Ave, Suite 130
    Mesa, AZ 85210

    Modesto, CA

    5380 Pirrone Rd
    Modesto, CA 95368

    Ontario, CA

    4580 Ontario Mills Pkwy
    Ontario, CA 91764

    Phoenix North, AZ

    2149 W Dunlap Ave
    Phoenix, AZ 85021

    Pleasant Hill, CA

    380 Civic Dr, Suite 300
    Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

    Rancho Mirage, CA

    34275 Monterey Ave
    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

    Sacramento, CA

    8909 Folsom Blvd
    Sacramento, CA 95826

    San Jose, CA

    5883 Rue Ferrari, Suite 125
    San Jose, CA 95138

    San Leandro, CA

    15555 E 14th St, Suite 500
    San Leandro, CA 94578

    Spokane, WA

    10102 E Knox Ave, Suite 200
    Spokane, WA 99206

    Stockton, CA

    1313 W Robinhood Dr, Suite B
    Stockton, CA 95207

    Temecula, CA

    27270 Madison Ave, Ste 103
    Temecula, CA 92590

    Tucson, AZ

    201 N Bonita Ave, Suite 101
    Tucson, AZ 85745

    Visalia, CA

    8344 W Mineral King
    Visalia, CA 93291

    Disclosure

    *Carrington College 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.

Accreditation

Carrington College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACCJC/WASC), 428 J Street, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95814; 415-506-0234, an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education. Additional information about accreditation, including the filing of complaints against member institutions, can be found at http://www.accjc.org/

Disclosure

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Student loans, grants and scholarships are available to those who qualify.

Program availability varies by location.

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