Content and Approach
Vacation English courses are front-loaded studies in which the student completes courses before the career-oriented vocational programs at this College. Vocational English courses focus on the development of the communication and job search skills necessary for employment in the healthcare field in the United States. Topics include health professions in the United States, career pathways, communication with patients and co-workers, health care systems, current critical health issues, and intercultural communication skills. Participants will practice the skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing. We will use activities based on day-to-day healthcare situations, readings related to healthcare, and case studies from different health professions. The communicative approach of the courses is based on individual pairs, and group tasks and projects. Each class session will include problem-solving and critical-thinking activities in which you will work both individually and collaborate with classmates.
Goals
Vocational English is a 40-week study made up of several courses in English for health professionals. Participants will make progress toward the overall goal of Vocational English. At the end of the 40-week study, participants will have improved communication skills in English based on their increased ability to
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Use strategies and skills for pursuing career goals in health care and making informed career choices.
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Communicate effectively and appropriately with patients and families in healthcare settings.
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Communicate effectively and appropriately with other health care professionals in health care settings.
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Understand systems, requirements, and issues in health care in the United States and California.
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Understand how cross-cultural beliefs, traditions, and behaviors impact everyday communication in health care.
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Use strategies and skills for exploring your own ongoing professional development beyond the current program.
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PREREQUISITE
High School/College/University Diploma or Transcript
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CLASS SCHEDULE
Classes are offered at the Los Angeles or Whittier Campus. Program Length: 40 weeks, Monday through Wednesday. Tuition: $10,075.
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TOTAL TUITION
Total Tuition and Fees for the entire program:
$9,800.00
Hands-on learning and clinical experience
Financial aid is available to qualified students
Convenient class schedules
Full-time on-site career services
Curriculum for standard certification exams
Why choose ATI College?
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Nationally Accredited by ACCSC
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Government Financial Aid available for those who qualify
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Flexible day and evening schedules
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Advanced hands-on training with actual patients
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The wide variety of externship opportunities
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Dedicated Faculty and Staff
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Career placement assistance
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Small size classrooms
