Concorde Career College can be found in San Bernardino, CA (a medium-sized city). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The Associate's degree is the highest degree at Concorde Career College.
The most common majors at the school are in therapy and counseling.
Concorde Career College does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted.
In 2007-2008, 749 students were enrolled in the school. Concorde Career College has a large minority student population.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"At Concorde Career Institute, we prepare learners for successful careers. At Concorde Career Institute, we...
Conduct all aspects of our business with integrity;
Are customer focused;
Are committed to life-long learning and believe in the value of continuous education;
Treat all individuals with respect;
Are committed to quality performance and continuous improvement; and
Are active community citizens.
We are a private career school, small enough to be concerned with individual student progress. Students learn by demonstration, study and practice in classroom, laboratory and on-the-job settings. They work with equipment and instruments under the supervision of trained faculty."
More complete details are provided below.
Concorde Career College San Bernardino
201 East Airport Drive, Suite A
San Bernardino, CA 92408-3403
General Phone: (909) 884-8891
http://www.concorde.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 422 | medical assistant, respiratory therapy assistant, dental assistant, respiratory care tech, surgical tech |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 111 | licensed practical nurse |
| Therapy and Counseling | 63 | massage therapy |
| Medical Administration | 56 | medical office management |
Number of programs and degrees for Concorde Career College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 420 | 5 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 140 | 2 |
| Associate's degree | 92 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Concorde Career College had a total enrollment of 749 students (821 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 19% |
| Women | 81% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 14% |
| 20-21 | 19% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 20% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 86 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of San Bernardino, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 193 | 193 | 100% | 193 | 100% |
| Men | 37 | 37 | 100% | 37 | 100% |
| Women | 156 | 156 | 100% | 156 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Financial Aid:
Concorde Career College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 853700)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 11 | $66,486 | 22 | $53,637 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 11 | $66,486 | 22 | $53,637 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Office Management/Administration
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Respiratory Therapy Technician/Assistant
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Concorde Career College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
On-campus library
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