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Largest Vocational Programs at High Desert Medical College
The largest vocational programs at High Desert Medical College is Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician and the program is offered only on-site classes.
Its 2023 tuition and fees are $52,610 where the average tuition & fees of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician over all offered colleges is $41,328. The length of the program is 88 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 27 months.
The following table shows the 7 largest vocational programs at High Desert Medical College with tuition, fees, and completion time for each program.
| Program | Online Learning Availability | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies Costs | Program Length | Average Completion Time | Average Tuition Over Career Schools | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician | $52,610 | $6,510 | 88 Contact Hours | 27 Months | $41,328 | |
| 2 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $30,566 | $4,745 | 1679 Contact Hours | 13 Months | $18,035 | |
| 3 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $17,165 | $2,175 | 24 Contact Hours | 9 Months | $16,239 | |
| 4 | Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant | $17,140 | $2,200 | 29 Contact Hours | 9 Months | $20,397 | |
| 5 | Dental Assisting/Assistant | $17,400 | $1,940 | 24 Contact Hours | 9 Months | $16,730 | |
| 6 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $17,545 | $2,190 | 56 Contact Hours | 19 Months | $18,035 |
Offered Career / Vocational Programs and Completers
0 career program are offered via distance learning (online classes) where High Desert Medical College has total 11 vocational programs for Less than 12 Weeks Certificate, and Less than 1 Year Certificate, and 2 Years Certificate program.
The following table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 557 students have completed their vocational programs at High Desert Medical College.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12 Weeks Certificate | 3 | 0 | 146 |
| Less than 1 Year Certificate | 6 | 0 | 229 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 2 | 0 | 182 |
| Total | 11 | 0 | 557 |
Programs by Award Level
High Desert Medical College offers 11 programs through Less than 12 Weeks Certificate, and Less than 1 Year Certificate, and 2 Years Certificate The programs are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Last year total 557 students have completed their studies.
- 146 students have earned/completed Less than 12 Weeks Certificate program.
- 229 students have earned/completed Less than 1 Year Certificate program.
- 182 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers | Average Earning after graduation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences [+] | 146 completers | - | |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | 5 | $22,900 | |
| Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist | 49 | - | |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | 92 | - | |
| Total | 146 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers | Average Earning after graduation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture [+] | 28 completers | - | |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant | 28 | - | |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences [+] | 201 completers | - | |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | 33 | $22,900 | |
| Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder | 23 | - | |
| Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary | 1 | - | |
| Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | 49 | - | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services (other) | 95 | - | |
| Total | 229 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers | Average Earning after graduation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences [+] | 182 completers | - | |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician | 128 | - | |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | 54 | - | |
| Total | 182 |
Online Student Population at High Desert Medical College
75 students (5.80% of total students) are enrolled online exclusively and 391 students (30.22% of total students) are enrolled some online courses.
The fowlling table summarizes the online student population for High Desert Medical College.
| Number of Students | |
|---|---|
| Total | 1,294 |
| Enrolled Online Exclusively | 75 |
| Enrolled Some Online Courses | 391 |
| Not in Online Courses | 828 |
Directory and Accreditation Information
High Desert Medical College is accredited by Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (4/15/2013 - Current).
701 West Avenue K suite 123, Lancaster, CA
661-940-9300