The Culinary Arts Diploma Program offers students the opportunity to acquire the skills and knowledge needed to obtain an entry-level position in the field. Students will gain hands-on knowledge of sauces, meats, and baked products. In addition, they will learn about kitchen safety and sanitation techniques to ensure food safety. Finally, they will cover management and supervision in the food service industry.

A total of 1005 contact hours is required and divided into 460 lecture hours, 420 lab hours, and 125 externship hours. Employment opportunities: Banquet Cook, Line Cook, and Catering Cook.

The Baking and Pastry Diploma Program offers students the theoretical and practical knowledge required to work in the industry. Students will learn to create, prepare, and attractively present a variety of stand-alone desserts, bread-based products, and common or special baking recipes, pastries, and sweets. Students are eligible to sit for the certification exams: ServSafe Food Manager and ServSafe Allergens.

A total of 1005 contact hours is required and divided into 460 lecture hours, 420 lab hours, and 125 externship hours. Employment opportunities Bakers, Baked goods production prep technician, Bread Maker, Production Technician, Pastry Maker, Food Catering Service, and Bakery owner and operator.

The HVAC/R with PLC Diploma Program offers students the technical and practical knowledge and skills to perform heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration maintenance, assist with installations, and repairs.

Students will also learn basic skills related to programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Graduates from this program will be able to fill positions at construction firms, as well as residential and commercial refrigeration and air conditioning companies.

Students are eligible to take the following certification tests: EPA 608 Universal and OSHA 10 Safety. A total of 920 contact hours is required and divided into 500 lecture hours and 420 lab hours. Employment opportunities include HVAC Mechanic, A/C Tech, Installer Assistant, HVAC Service Technician, Systems Maintenance Mechanic.

The Medical Assistant Technician Diploma Program is designed to prepare students in obtaining entry-level employment as a medical assistant technician. This program offers students the opportunity to learn the necessary knowledge and skills both in the classroom and in a supervised clinical practice or capstone. The students learn how to prepare patients for various technical examinations such as EKGs and phlebotomy, as well as how to perform several such procedures. Students are eligible for certification in: National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) Certification, First Aid Certification, and BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification

A total of 720/760 contact hours is required and divided into 220 lecture hours, 420/500 lab hours, 120 externship hours, and 47 quarter credits. Employment opportunities Clinical Assistant, Lab Technician, Optometric Assistant, and Registered Medical Assistant

The Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Diploma Program is designed to prepare students to obtain entry-level positions in the medical billing and coding field through a combination of both clinical and administrative training. Students will learn and practice how to use management software and electronic health records (EHR). They will further become proficient in medical insurance and billing using the ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS II coding system manuals. The program is focused on preparing students for certification. Successful graduates of the Northbridge University Medical Billing & Coding Specialist Diploma Program can be prepared to enter the professional workforce in approximately 9 months after 48 quarter credits! If you are looking for a professional office career that offers meaningful, rewarding work opportunities, medical billing and coding could be an excellent career path for you. The Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Diploma Program will help prepare students to obtain entry-level positions in healthcare administrative offices through a combination of clinical and administrative training. The program is focused on preparing students for certification. Students are eligible for certification in: National Certified Insurance and Coding Specialist (NCICS) from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).

Employment opportunities are Medical Biller, Medical Coder, Medical Records, and Medical Insurance Specialist.

In the Electrical Diploma Program, students will develop technical skills and practical knowledge within the electrical trade. They will perform installation tasks, services, and repairs. Graduates from this program will apply their acquired skills in the fulfillment of positions as electrical assistants. Students are eligible for certifications in: OSHA 10 Safety Training Course, NCCER Core Curriculum, NCCER Electrical Level 1, 2, and 3.

A total of 720 contact hours is required and divided into 200 lecture hour and 520 lab hours. The program consists of 46 quarter credits. Employment opportunities include Electrician’s Helper/apprentice (residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems), and Maintenance and Repair Workers.

In the Welding Diploma Program, students will develop technical skills and practical experiences related to cutting metal. In addition, they will interpret manufacturing and construction drawings and measurements used in the field. Students will also apply gained knowledge of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) processes, as well as pipe welding techniques related to these four welding processes. Students are eligible for certification of completion and membership for: OSHA 10 Safety Training Course, National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) Core Curriculum, (NCCER) Welding Level 1, 2, and 3, and American Welding Society (AWS) Membership.

A total of 960 contact hours is required and divided into 260 lecture hours and 700 lab hours. The program consists of 61 quarter credits. Employment opportunities include Aluminum Welder, Maintenance Welder, and Mig Welder.

The Bachelor’s Degree program in Information Technology with Emphasis in Cybersecurity introduces students to a variety of topics, such as assessing the security vulnerability of computer and network systems, various computer and network safeguarding solutions, and managing the implementation and maintenance of security devices, systems, procedures and counter measures. As a graduate of the program, students will be prepared for a career as a developer of security design, information assurance, computer forensic investigator, ethical hacker, and/or any digital security related jobs. Students are eligible to sit for exams for:

CompTIA A+ , CompTIA Network + , and CompTIA Security +.

The duration of the program is 36 months and 181.5 quarter credits are required. The credits are divided into 75 credits lower level courses, 48 credits upper level courses, 54 credits for general education courses, and 4.5 credits for elective courses.

The Business Office Specialist diploma program prepares students with the knowledge and necessary skills to perform various business operational functions using computer equipment and software to manage technical, and administrative tasks in multiple office environments. Students will develop customer service, problem-solving, and communication skills to function appropriately in an office environment. Students are eligible for certification in: Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certifications, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint.

The duration of the program is 9 months and 40.5 quarter credits. The employment opportunities are Office Clerks, Executive Assistant, Data Entry Clerk, and Administrative/Office Assistant.

The Bachelor’s Degree program in Business Administration consists of a combination of courses, which provide skills in such areas as capital planning, strategic management, leadership and organizational behavior, and internet marketing. This program is designed to prepare the student for a career as an entrepreneur, manager, and/or marketing professional.

The duration of the program is 36 months and 180 quarter credits. The employment opportunities are Business and Retail Operations, Financial Analyst and Services, Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialist, Administrative Assistant and Executive Assistant, and Banking, General and Operational Management.

The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) Diploma Program prepares students with the knowledge and necessary skills to develop efficient and safety-minded technicians that may be able to fill an entry level position in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning field. In addition, they will acquire the necessary skills, to perform installation tasks, service and repairs in heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning equipment. This program is designed to prepare graduates to take the certifications from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

Students are eligible to take the following certification tests: EPA 608 Universal and OSHA 10 Safety. A total of 960 contact hours is required and divided into 520 lecture hours and 440 lab hours. The program consists of 74 quarter credits. Employment opportunities include HVAC Repair Specialist, HVAC Assistant Installer, and HVAC Technician Apprentice.

The Medical Assistant Technician with Emphasis in Basic X-Ray Diploma program prepares students with the knowledge and skills to perform medical assistant with basic x-ray responsibilities. The student will acquire the necessary skills, to perform under the supervision of a physician, to provide medical office administrative services and perform clinical duties including patient intake and care, routine diagnostic, and basic x-ray procedures. Students will be able to prepare the patient for various examinations, including basic x-rays, electrocardiograms, and phlebotomy. Graduates will be eligible for Basic

Machine Operator licensure.

A total of 960/1,000 contact hours is requires and divided into 300 lecture hours, 580/660 lab hours, 120 externship hours, and 63 quarter credits. Employment opportunities are Basic Machine Operator Medical Assistant, Clinical Assistant, Radiation Technician Assistant, and Registered Medical Assistant.

The Electrical with PLC Diploma Program prepares the student with technical skills and practical knowledge to perform installation tasks, services, and repairs in the electrical trade specializing in Programmable Logic Controller (PLC). Graduates from this program will be able to fill positions as an electrician helper for services and construction firms in residential, commercial and industrial businesses associated with the electrical trade industry. Students are eligible for certifications in: OSHA 10 Safety Training Course, NCCER Core Curriculum, NCCER Electrical Level 1, 2, and 3.

A total of 900 contact hours is required and divided into 300 lecture hours and 600 lab hours. The program consists of 64 quarter credits. Employment opportunities include electricians' helper/electricians' assistant (residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems), maintenance and repair workers, and electrical service technicians.

The Computer Support Technician Diploma program prepares students to demonstrate proficiency in providing technical support and assisting users in troubleshooting, performing technical and system diagnostics, and making the necessary repairs. Students will examine computer concepts, information systems, networking, operating systems, computer hardware, software applications and the Internet. They will analyze the principles of customer service and the importance of problem solving and help desk supportive service. Students will develop the skills necessary to obtain an entry-level position in the field and prepare them to challenge the CompTIA A+ certification.

The duration of the program is 9 months and 40.5 quarter credits are required. The contact hours are divided into 288 lecture hours, and 288 lab hours. Employment opportunities: Help Desk Technician, Customer Service Specialists, and Computer User Support Specialists.

The Bachelor’s Degree program in Allied Health Management is comprised of a combination of courses, providing skills such as managing the administrative area within a health services organization, medical law/regulations and current procedural coding with health information resources. The program is designed to prepare a student for a career as an administrator in the health services field.

When graduates from this program have work experience in the medical field, upon completion of this program they can apply for healthcare management. The duration of the program is 27 months and a total of 187.5/188 credits are needed in order to qualify for graduation. Depending on graduates concentration track, they will be eligible to sit for one of the following exams through the American Academy of Professional Coders™ (AAPC), Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam, Certified Physician Practice Manager (CPPM®) exam or Licensure of Basic Machine Operator through the Florida Department of Health.

Admission Requirements

A student must first successfully graduate from an Allied Health (Medical Assistant Technician, Billing and Coding, or other) diploma or degree program, from either Northbridge University or another accredited institution, as a prerequisite for enrolling into the Allied Health Management Bachelor program. External transcripts must be evaluated by Academic Affairs to determine transfer of credits accepted into the program.

The Pharmacy Technician Diploma trains students in the knowledge and competencies required by the profession. Students will apply their theoretical and practical knowledge in preparing, compounding, dispensing, and supporting the administration of a pharmacy’s operations. Graduates of this program will be able to perform as pharmacy technicians (upon licensure) in different public and private scenarios, such as institutional pharmacies (hospitals), community pharmacies, wholesale drugstores, and health insurance companies, among others under the supervision of the license pharmacist, in compliance with the laws and standards of the profession and the Florida Board of Pharmacy.

The Graphic Design diploma program will prepare students with the competencies required for
planning, analyzing, and creating effective visual communication. Additionally, students will
apply sketching, color, typography, illustration, and printing techniques for designing
competitive visual statements or arguments. Students will also create designs for multimedia,
corporate identity, videos, web, social media, and advertising, among others. They will develop
skills in managing and operating a graphic design business. Graduates of this program may be
able to work as graphic designers or artists in print shops, advertising and marketing agencies,
and public or private companies, either in-person or remotely, or as owners of their creative
businesses.