About National American University

National American University is a private, regionally-accredited, multi-campus institution of higher learning committed to building a learning partnership with students locally, nationally and worldwide.

The university provides quality career and professional undergraduate and graduate programs and continuing education to students of diverse backgrounds, interests and abilities.

The institution offers educational programs which are responsive to the career interests and objectives of its students, to the needs of employers and to society in general through traditional, accelerated and distance delivery methodologies.

Areas of Specialization
The following specializations allow you to tailor your studies to your career and personal interests:

• Medical Administrative Assistant
• Medical Assisting
• Medical Staff Services Management, A.A.S.
• Therapeutic Massage
• Therapeutic Massage, Diploma
• Pharmacy Technician
• Nursing RN-to-BSN (blended format), B.S.
• Nursing, A.S.N.
• Associate of Science: General Education Studies
• Equine Science, A.A.S
• Veterinary Technology, A.A.S
• Athletic Training, B.S
• Veterinary Assisting, Diploma

Medical Administrative Assistant
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Offered at Brooklyn Center, Colorado Springs, Denver, Mall of America, Roseville and Sioux Falls.

The medical administrative assistant degree program is designed to prepare students for entry-level administrative positions in a variety of health care settings. Administrative duties may include greeting patients, setting appointment times, scheduling hospital admissions, medical transcription, medical record management, insurance coding and billing, bill collections, office compliance and other general medical office procedures. The medical administrative assistant program utilizes a combination of lecture and laboratory sessions to address both clinical and administrative topics, as well as an externship following completion of other required course work. Students in the program must complete all professional courses in the curriculum with a minimum "C" grade.

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Medical Assisting
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Offered at Albuquerque, Brooklyn Center, Colorado Springs, Denver, Mall of America, Overland Park, Roseville, and Sioux Falls.

The medical assistant performs administrative and clinical duties in a physician's office or other outpatient care settings within the scope of specific training and state law and in accordance with assignments by a physician.

Administrative duties may include patient scheduling, receptionist duties, medical record management, medical transcription, office correspondence, medical insurance procedures and office accounts, fees, and collections.

Clinical duties may include interviewing and teaching patients, taking vital signs, preparing patients for examination and assisting the physician during the exam, performing routine laboratory testing, sterilizing instruments and equipment, and administering medications. A medical assistant with sufficient training and experience may become responsible for office management.

The curriculum includes courses in administrative, clinical, and laboratory skills in order to provide graduates with the entry-level competencies required of medical assistants. Students in the program must complete all professional courses in the curriculum with a minimum "C" grade. Upon successful completion of the program, each student will be eligible to take the national certification examination to become a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA).

Educational Goals for the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Medical Assisting

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Medical Staff Services Management AAS
The Medical Staff Services Management (MSSM) degree is designed to prepare graduates to work in a hospital or health care facility as a credentialing expert. A certified MSSM is qualified to become an integral part of health care administration that would be responsible for: managing compliance, adherence to government bylaws, credentialing of staff, operations management (staffing, budgets, database administration, etc.), continuing education, and upholding organizational policies, procedures, and regulations.

The coursework for the MSSM program helps prepare you for the Certified Professional in Medical Services Management or the Certified Professional Credentialing Specialist examinations which are recognized as the standard in the medical services profession and are a symbol of excellence within the industry. Earning these credentials signifies that an individual has demonstrated the knowledge and skills required to perform competently in today's complex medical credentialing environment.

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Therapeutic Massage
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Offered at Brooklyn Center, Mall of America, Overland Park, Roseville, and Sioux Falls.

The therapeutic massage industry is a rapidly growing profession. Taking into consideration the mind, body, and spirit the focus of the massage therapist is to meet the needs of the client by perceiving the body as a whole.

With over fifty different therapeutic approaches, the massage therapist is not limited to utilizing only one approach. Massage therapists may work with premature babies, infants, children with disabilities, adults, and geriatric clients. This program is designed to be the foundation of any massage therapists' career.

Massage therapists are found in a variety of settings. They may be found under the supervision of a health care facility such as a hospital, nursing home, rehabilitation center, or chiropractic office. Other massage establishments may include fitness centers, day spas, cruise lines, nutrition centers, or hair salons, and may be employed by the establishment or on an independent contract. Many therapists choose to be self-employed and open a private practice independently or with several associates. Administrative duties may include client scheduling, receptionist duties, client record management, office correspondence, medical insurance procedures, fees, and collections. Clinical duties may include interviewing the client, documenting client progress reports, administering massage techniques for the purpose of relaxation, revitalization, or rehabilitation, or conducting on-site corporate massage.

The therapeutic massage program utilizes a combination of lecture and "hands-on" laboratory sessions. Students will be required to demonstrate the massage techniques with accurate proficiency. Students must also complete all professional courses in the curriculum with a minimum of a "C" grade.

Educational Goals for the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Therapeutic Massage

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Therapeutic Massage
Therapeutic Massage, Diploma
Offered at Bloomington, Brooklyn Center, Roseville.

NAU's diploma program in therapeutic massage offers a well-rounded curriculum with an excellent balance between lectures and experiential courses. With a solid grounding in anatomy and physiology of the human body, this program is strong on the basics, and it gives students optimal opportunities to develop their 'touch' skills. Best of all, this program gets students out into the working world quickly, because it is designed to be completed in as little as 12 months if attending classes full time.

After that, students can continue on part time to earn NAU's AAS degree in therapeutic massage, while they're already enjoying a career in the field.

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Pharmacy Technician
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Offered at Brooklyn Center, Mall of America, and Roseville.

The growing use of prescription medications has created a need for formally trained pharmacy technicians. National American University's Associate of Applied Science (AAS) program provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform the duties and responsibilities required of pharmacy technicians. These duties include assisting pharmacists in providing medication and healthcare products to patients, record keeping, and inventory management in a professional medical environment. Pharmacy technicians are also responsible for communicating with pharmacists and patients to ensure that quality care is being provided.

The AAS program at National American University is offered in a manner that accommodates traditional students and working adults. The program is designed to benefit individuals new to pharmacy and current pharmacy technicians interested in enhancing their skills and formalizing their training.

Educational Goals for the AAS degree for Pharmacy Technicians:

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Associate of Science Degree

Nursing is a career that is in great demand, makes a difference in peoples’ lives 24 hours a day/7 days a week, and offers opportunities in multiple settings with individuals, families, and communities. The nursing program at NAU offers the Associate of Science degree in Nursing. The motivated student is able to complete the program in seven (7) quarters. The associates degree in nursing program produces competent and caring professional nurses prepared to take the NCLEX-RN licensure exam. (Completion of the program does not insure student eligibility to take the licensure exam; potential students are responsible for meeting the eligibility requirements for licensure determined by the Nurse Practice Act in the state in which they anticipate licensure.)

All general education and prerequisite courses may be taken prior to admission to the nursing program. Enrollment in the nursing program is selective. Acceptance is based on available resources and selection of students with the highest probability of successfully completing the program. Meeting the minimum prerequisites does not ensure acceptance. Please see an admissions representative for further information.

Educational Goals for the Associate of Science Degree in Nursing

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Offered at Zona Rosa

Nursing, A.S.N.

Nursing is a career that is in great demand and makes a difference in peoples' lives 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This area also offers opportunities in multiple settings with individuals, families and communities. National American University's Associate Degree of Nursing program is an excellent program for students who have a serious desire to help people in need of medical care.

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Associate of Science: General Education Studies

The associate of science degree in general education studies offers an opportunity for those students who have not declared a career goal. Upon completion of this degree, the student may apply most of the course work toward a four-year degree at National American University. The number of credits applicable toward the four-year degree will depend on the program selected.

The program will:

Offered at Albuquerque, Colorado Springs, Denver, Independence, Rio Rancho, Sioux Falls and Zona Rosa.

Equine Science, A.A.S

The Associate of Applied Science in Equine Science degree program offers students specialized hands-on instruction in basic horse care and equine training. Graduates will be prepared to evaluate and train horses, provide lessons, and perform non-managerial roles in the equine industry. During their time in the program, students will learn how to properly start young horses and train performance horses for owners. Students will also receive practical facility management experience when assisting with day-to-day operations of NAU's Equine Center. In addition, students will be exposed to a wide variety of industry disciplines while assisting with a variety of equine events sponsored by NAU's equine program.

Offered at Rapid City campus.

Veterinary Technology, A.A.S

This is an 8-quarter program with the last quarter consisting of an externship during which students will work with a veterinarian in a veterinary office. The veterinary technology program is accredited by the Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA), a division of the American Veterinary Medical Association. Students in this program are trained to assist veterinarians in all aspects of a veterinary practice, including patient care, medical administration, surgical preparation, equipment maintenance, radiological procedures, laboratory procedures, public relations and office procedures. Upon graduation, the veterinary technician is qualified to take the National Veterinary Technician Exam and/or any other state exam required for registration, certification or licensure in that state.

Offered at Rapid City campus.

Athletic Training, B.S

Athletic Training is the allied health care field concerned with the management of health care problems associated with sports participation. Athletic trainers work cooperatively with physicians, coaches and other allied health professionals to form the sports medicine team. Employment opportunities include medical offices, professional sports teams, university and high school teams, physical therapy clinics, corporation fitness centers, health clubs, senior citizen centers, and city recreational facilities.

Offered at Rapid City campus.

Veterinary Assisting, Diploma

Veterinary assistants are becoming more important as valued members of the veterinary health care team in today's modern practices. This one-year program prepares students to support veterinary technicians and veterinarians in a veterinary practice. Duties performed by veterinary assistants include animal restraint, preparing animals for surgery, care of surgical instruments and other equipment, care and feeding of in-patients, processing radiographs and front office procedures. Veterinary assistants are trained to give injections, take blood samples, perform laboratory procedures, administer anesthetics, monitor patients during anesthesia and assist in surgery.

Offered at Rapid City campus.