San Antonio College of Medical & Dental Assistants
San Antonio College of Medical & Dental Assistants is an institution of higher learning dedicated to providing quality programs that integrate the curriculum with professional skill development, empowering students to achieve their lifelong personal and professional goals.
San Antonio College of Medical & Dental Assistants recognizes the worth and dignity of all people and is sensitive to the diversity of its student population. All students are encouraged to reach their potential within the framework of their individual needs, interests and capabilities. The College employs instructional methods based on adult learning theory and is committed to the development of each student's intellectual, analytical and critical thinking abilities. Teaching techniques encourage active student participation and may include group discussions and projects, laboratory work, simulations, demonstrations, field trips, guest speakers and lectures. A strong emphasis is placed on ethics, accountability, professionalism and the individual's commitment to pursuing lifelong personal and professional development.
Programs*:
- Dental Assistant
- Electrical Technician
Diploma (San Antonio)
The objective of the Electrical Technician program is to prepare students with the knowledge, technical skills, and work habits required for an entry-level position as an electrical technician. This program provides instruction in the basic fundamentals of electricity and its practical applications; instructs students in direct-current and alternating-current circuitry and residential, commercial, and industrial wiring, along with specialized areas such as motors and motor-control circuits, transformer installations, and services requirements; and provides instruction on the National Electrical Code and its application to safe electrical installations. Students may use their skills in entry-level positions as electrical technicians on new construction projects, on additions for restoration sites, or may secure commercial or industrial maintenance positions.
Graduates of the program may utilize their skills to find entry-level employment as electrical technicians in various companies to include: building constructions and design, general building construction, commercial and residential construction, construction equipment and supply, hobby and model construction supplies, lake and pond maintenance, paving contractors and construction, and swimming pool contractors.
The length of the Electrical Technician program is 900 clock hours over a period of 36 weeks for day students, and 900 clock hours over a period of 56 weeks for evening students. All students must complete the program with a minimum of 71.0 quarter credit hours. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be awarded a Diploma.
This program is designed to prepare graduates for entry-level employment in the field, or for jobs in related fields, the specific job titles of which may not be represented in the program title. Although the College will assist students with job placement, finding a job is the individual responsibility of the student.
The College does not guarantee that any student will be placed in any particular job, or at all.
Diploma (McAllen)
The objective of the Electrical Technician program is to prepare students with the knowledge, technical skills, and work habits required for an entry-level position as an electrical technician. This program provides instruction in the basic fundamentals of electricity and its practical applications; instructs students in direct-current and alternating-current circuitry and residential, commercial, and industrial wiring, along with specialized areas such as motors and motor-control circuits, transformer installations, and services requirements; and provides instruction on the National Electrical Code and its application to safe electrical installations. Students may use their skills in entry-level positions as electrical technicians on new construction projects, on additions for restoration sites, or may secure commercial or industrial maintenance positions.
Graduates of the program may utilize their skills to find entry-level employment as electrical technicians in various companies to include: building constructions and design, general building construction, commercial and residential construction, construction equipment and supply, hobby and model construction supplies, lake and pond maintenance, paving contractors and construction, and swimming pool contractors.
The length of the Electrical Technician program is 900 clock hours over a 36-week period for day students, and 900 clock hours over a 56-week period for evening students. All students must complete the program with a minimum of 47.0 semester credit hours. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be awarded a Diploma.
This program is designed to prepare graduates for entry-level employment in the field, or for jobs in related fields, the specific job titles of which may not be represented in the program title. Although the College will assist students with job placement, finding a job is the individual responsibility of the student. The College
- Medical Assistant Clinical/Clerical
- Medical Office Specialist
- Pharmacy Technician
Campuses:
San Antonio, TX
7142 San Pedro Avenue, Ste. 100
San Antonio, TX 78216
McAllen, TX
1500 South Jackson
McAllen, TX 78503
*not all programs offered at all campuses