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Career Point College
Introduction
Career Point College (CPC) is a leading post-educational and vocational training institution, which was originally based in Kansas City, KS. Since its origination, Career Point College has now relocated to San Antonio, TX. The roots of Career Point College began in Kansas City back in 1921 at the Dickinson Business School. At that time, it was a school to train secretaries and was the birthplace of the “Dickinson” shorthand method. Later, in the 1980s, CPC was able to expand into other fields and locations, to include the campus in San Antonio, TX. The name was changed to Career Point Business School; and later, in 2001, the name became Career Point Institute. Today, it is known as Career Point College and it has had that name since 2007. Throughout its transitions, CPC has remained a good choice for those who wish to train in the medical, business, and technical fields.
Career Point College
Academics
Career Point College has been accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to offer bachelor’s degrees in business, health, and information technology (IT) administration as well as in IT web design. Associate degrees can be sought in legal, administrative and medical assisting along with networking and accounting technology. In recent years, Career Point College has been approved to offer associate’s degrees in the applied sciences and to become an online school; offering most of its programs on the Internet.
CPC divides its coursework into categories such as business, medical, nursing and technical. Under the business division, a student can become an administrative assistant, legal secretary, general office manager, an accountant or an early childhood educator. The medical and nursing divisions provide students with an education necessary to run a medical office, become a medical assistant, medical secretary, nursing assistant or licensed vocational nurse (LVN). Most of these degrees and certificates can be secured in 10 months or less while the LVN program takes a little over 15 months to complete.
In Texas, many organizations have approved and licensed Career Point College to train students in the areas mentioned above. These licensing bodies include the Texas Nursing Board, the Texas Workforce Commission and the Department of Aging and Disability.
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at Career Point College.
Once a student has decided CPC is the place to advance their career goals, the student must complete an application for admissions. Prospective students are required to have a high school diploma or GED, or the prospective student can take the Career Programs Assessment Test (CPAT). The CPAT is sanctioned by the ACT to serve as a guideline in determining educational achievement when a high school diploma or GED is not available. The CPAT also helps differentiate financial need, as the scores can be used on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA. Prospective students also have to submit transcripts from other educational experiences or vocational training he or she may have experienced if transferring to Career Point College.
Financial Aid
Each student is encouraged to visit the financial aid department at Career Point College and speak with a financial aid advisor. If the prospective student is not local, they have the ability to speak with a financial aid officer on the telephone or through the Office of Financial Assistance section of the CPC website.
New students are required to receive financial counseling to ensure that he or she understands what is available, become knowledgeable regarding the application process, and to prevent student loan default after graduation. All students are encouraged to submit an application for financial aid by filling out the FAFSA. FAFSA stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid. This form determines eligibility, federal funding amounts for various types of loans and for the Pell grant (which does not have to be paid back) based on the applicant’s financial data. The form can be submitted online or mailed.
Students are also encouraged to apply for financial aid or grants that may be provided in the state in which he or she resides or where he or she attends school. Institutional aid of various types, private loans from banks, and scholarships are also options to be considered. CPC offers work-study programs with affiliates and partners which also helps with career placement. The Lora Garza scholarship is available to students who score at least a 410 on a specific math and language test offered by the College.
There is also the Emily Buck Memorial Fund, which offsets some cost incurred while attending CPC. These funds are to be paid back after matriculation. Any students interested in applying for the various scholarships can secure all the necessary information online.
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
Career Point College 4448th for the average student loan amount.
Secrets to getting the best Texas scholarships and financial aid
The student body at Career Point College is a diverse group of professionals desiring to enhance their careers; high school graduates wishing to learn a trade either in IT or in the legal and medical professions; international students who want an education in the United States; and military personnel, active or retired who are retooling or enhancing his or her life’s path. Students at CPC have a rich and engaging culture on campus and online. There are a number of clubs and organizations students can participate in which aid in learning leadership skills, offer tutoring or encouraging excellence in attendance and academics. CPC is a member of the Alpha Beta Kappa Honor Society and also has a charter of the Collegiate Secretaries International.
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at Career Point College?
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Additional School Information
Career Point College was authorized to begin offering online classes in the fall of 2009. Since that time, CPC’s online community has grown exponentially. This vibrant virtual neighborhood includes highly trained faculty, a well-trained support staff and of course, many students from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Most of the same courses offered in the traditional classroom setting are also available online. Each student has access to a comprehensive online library, and a plethora of resources and opportunities to network with other students. All of this and more is available with a few clicks of a mouse.
Another interesting element at CPC’s San Antonio campus is its certified daycare center. Students can bring their child(ren) to school and have them cared for by licensed child educators and caretakers while the parents attend classes. The center is licensed to provide childcare by the Child Care Delivery System (CCDS), which is a branch of the childrens’ resources division in San Antonio, TX. The CCDS is responsible for maintaining over 500 childcare facilities and it helps train child care providers.
Bibliography
Career Point College. Career Point College Admissions. Web. 24 July 2011.
Career Point College. Career Point College Academics. Web. 24 July 2011.
Career Point College. Career Point College Financial Aid. Web. 24 July 2011.
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near San Antonio, TX 78201
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