The main responsibilities of respiratory therapists are to evaluate, treat, and care for patients who are experiencing breathing difficulty or those with cardiopulmonary disease.  If you are interested in this career, you can learn more by reading our interview with a respiratory therapist or our article How to Become a Respiratory Therapist in California.
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Surgical technologists act as surgeon assistants during operations and surgical procedures. Qualified surgical technologists are in high demand and the pay scales are in the $35,000 range. Surgical technologists can work in a doctor’s office, dental, or hospital setting and the salaries vary depending on the field entered. In general, surgical technologists in dental settings tend to earn the highest incomes while hospital surgical technologists earn the lowest incomes.  Read more about what to expect as a surgical tech…

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Ultrasound (also known as sonography), X-ray, CT scans and MRI’s are all popular forms of medical imaging, which allow doctors to better diagnose and treat various medical conditions.

Ultrasound is particularly popular because it is non-invasive, low-risk and inexpensive. It relies on on sound waves (sonography) to create the images rather than potentially-damaging radiation.  It is often used during pregnancy to identify potential abnormalities in the fetus but is also very effective in diagnosing heart problems, gallstones and blood flow issues.

As an ultrasound technician (also known as a diagnostic medical sonographer), or an x-ray technician, you will be responsible for operating the imaging equipment and working with patients to obtain the best possible images for diagnosis.

Read more about a career as an x-ray technician or read an interview with an x-ray technician in California.

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• Career Colleges of America

  Locations: Los Angeles, CA / San Bernardino, CA / South Gate, CA
  • Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Ultrasound) (Diploma)
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• Daytona College Online

  Locations: Online
  • Medical Assisting and X-Ray (Diploma)
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• High Desert Medical College

  Locations: Bakersfield, CA / Lancaster, CA

• Kaplan College

  Locations: North Hollywood, CA / Vista (North County), CA
  • X-Ray Technician/Back Office Medical Assistant (Diploma)
  • Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Ultrasound (Diploma)
  • Diagnostic Vascular Sonography (Certificate)
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• Mt. San Antonio College

  Locations: Walnut, CA

• National School of Dental Assisting

  Locations: Galt, CA

• Newbridge College

  Locations: Santa Ana, CA
  • Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Diploma)
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• Orange Coast College

  Locations: Costa Mesa, CA

• Orlando Academy School of Health Professions - Online

  Locations: Online

• Pima Medical Institute

  Locations: Chula Vista, CA

• Simi Valley Adult School

  Locations: Simi Valley, CA

• West Coast Ultrasound Institute

  Locations: Beverly Hills, CA

By completing a program at a cosmetology school, you will have the skills necessary to obtain your cosmetology license and perform hair styling, cutting, coloring, manicures, pedicures and facials.  Learn more about the cosmetology training and licensing requirements in California.

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Are you considering a career as an automotive technician or mechanic?  First, read our interview with an automotive mechanic in California.  Then review the list of schools below that offer automotive training programs.

• Allan Hancock College

  Locations: Santa Maria, CA

• American River College

  Locations: Sacramento, CA

• Antelope Valley College

  Locations: Lancaster, CA

• Bakersfield College

  Locations: Bakersfield, CA

• Barstow Community College

  Locations: Barstow, CA

• Butte College

  Locations: Oroville, CA

• Cerritos College

  Locations: Cerritos, CA

• Cerro Coso Community College

  Locations: Ridgecrest, CA

• Chabot College

  Locations: Hayward, CA

• Chaffey College

  Locations: Rancho Cucamonga, CA

• Citrus College

  Locations: Glendora, CA

• City College of San Francisco

  Locations: San Francisco, CA

• College of Alameda

  Locations: Alameda, CA

• College of Marin

  Locations: Kentfield, CA

• College of the Canyons

  Locations: Santa Clarita, CA

• College of the Desert

  Locations: Palm Desert, CA

• College of the Redwoods

  Locations: Crescent City, CA / Eureka, CA

• College of the Sequoias

  Locations: Visalia, CA

• Columbia College

  Locations: Sonora, CA

• Contra Costa College

  Locations: San Pablo, CA

• Copper Mountain College

  Locations: Joshua Tree, CA

• Cosumnes River College

  Locations: Sacramento, CA

• Cuesta College

  Locations: Arroyo Grande, CA / Nipomo, CA / Paso Robles, CA / San Luis Obispo, CA

• Cuyamaca College

  Locations: El Cajon, CA

• Cypress College

  Locations: Cypress, CA

• Deanza College

  Locations: Cupertino, CA

• East Los Angeles College

  Locations: Monterey Park, CA

• El Camino College

  Locations: Torrance, CA

• Evergreen Valley College

  Locations: San Jose, CA

• Fresno City College

  Locations: Fresno, CA

• Fullerton College

  Locations: Fullerton, CA

• Golden West College

  Locations: Huntington Beach, CA

• Hartnell College

  Locations: Salinas, CA

• Imperial Valley College

  Locations: Imperial, CA

• Las Positas College

  Locations: Livermore, CA

• Lassen College

  Locations: Susanville, CA

• Liberty Training Institute

  Locations: Los Angeles, CA
  • Auto Electrical Wiring System Specialist (Diploma)

• Long Beach City College

  Locations: Long Beach, CA

• Los Angeles Pierce College

  Locations: Woodland Hills, CA

• Los Angeles Trade Technical College

  Locations: Los Angeles, CA

• Los Medanos College

  Locations: Pittsburg, CA

• Los Positas College

  Locations: Livermore, CA

• Mendocino College

  Locations: Ukiah, CA

• Merced College

  Locations: Merced , CA

• Miracosta College

  Locations: Oceanside , CA

• Modesto Junior College

  Locations: Modesto, CA

• Moreno Valley College

  Locations: Moreno Valley , CA

• Mt. San Jacinto College

  Locations: San Jacinto, CA

• North Valley Occupational Center

  Locations: Mission Hills, CA

• Oxnard College

  Locations: Oxnard , CA

• Palo Verde College

  Locations: Blythe , CA

• Palomar College

  Locations: San Marcos, CA

• Pasadena College

  Locations: Pasadena, CA

• Penn Foster Career School

  Locations: Online
  • Small Engine Repair (Diploma)
  • Diesel Mechanics (Diploma)
  • Motorcycle Repair Technician (Diploma)
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• Reedley College

  Locations: Reedley, CA

• Rio Hondo College

  Locations: Whittier , CA

• Sacramento City College

  Locations: Sacramento , CA

• Saddleback College

  Locations: Mission Viejo, CA

• San Diego Miramar College

  Locations: San Diego, CA

• Santa Ana College

  Locations: Santa Ana, CA

• Santa Rosa Junior College

  Locations: Santa Rosa, CA

• Shasta College

  Locations: Redding, CA

• Sierra College

  Locations: Rocklin, CA

• Skyline College

  Locations: San Bruno, CA

• Smart Detailing University

  Locations: Inglewood, CA

• Taft College

  Locations: Taft, CA

• UEI College

  Locations: Gardena, CA
  • Automotive Technician (Diploma)
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• Universal Technical Institute

  Locations: Rancho Cucamonga, CA / Sacramento, CA
  • Automotive Technician Training (Certificate)
  • Collision and Auto Body Repair (Certificate)
  • Automotive Technology w/ BMW FastTRACK (Certificate)
  • Automotive / Diesel / Industrial Technology w/ BMW FastTRACK (Certificate)
  • Automotive / Diesel Technology w/ Ford FACT (Certificate)
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• Ventura College

  Locations: Ventura , CA

• Victor Valley College

  Locations: Victorville, CA

• WyoTech

  Locations: Fremont, CA / Long Beach, CA / Sacramento, CA
  • Applied Service Management (Associate)
  • Automotive Technology (Diploma)
  • Chassis Fabrication and High Performance Engines (Diploma)
  • Advanced Auto/Diesel Combination (Diploma)
  • Advanced Diagnostics (Diploma)
  • Collision/Refinishing Technology (Diploma)
  • Street Rod and Custom Fabrication (Diploma)
  • Trim and Upholstery (Diploma)
  • General Automotive (Diploma)
  • Motorcycle Technology (Diploma)
  • Applied Service Management (Diploma)
  • Automotive (Diploma)
  • High Performance Powertrains (Diploma)
  • Light Duty Diesel (Diploma)
  • Motorcycle Maintenance (Diploma)
  • Motorsports Chassis Fabrication (Diploma)
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• Yuba College

  Locations: Marysville , CA

Here is a list of California paralegal schools which offer a wide variety of degrees and diplomas in the legal field. Find a school nearby that offers paralegal studies or legal secretary training. We’ve also gathered information about a career as a paralegal or legal secretary, located at the bottom of the page. Click on a school to find more specific information or just scroll down the page through all the schools and their programs.

Learn more about a career as a paralegal from someone who actually works in the field today. Read our interview with a paralegal who talks about the pros and cons of his job.

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Looking for a criminal justice program or degree?  Our list of programs in California should get you started.

Learn more about a career in Criminal Justice:

• General information on a career in criminal justice
• The Real-Life Role of a CSI
• Interview with a California Police Officer

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Here is a list of California homeland security schools. We’ve also gathered some information on homeland security careers. Click on a school to find more specific information or just scroll down the page through all the schools and their programs.

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Here is a list of California culinary arts schools which offer a variety of degrees and diplomas in the culinary field. We’ve also gathered some general information on culinary arts careers. You may also be interested in reading an interview with a personal chef to learn the ins and outs of this culinary arts career choice from someone who has been in the field for over ten years.

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Here is a list of California real estate schools which offer a wide variety of licenses in the real estate field. Find a real estate school nearby and earn your real estate license. We’ve also gathered information about a career in real estate, located at the bottom of this page. Click on a school to find more specific information or just scroll down the page through all the schools and their programs.

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