Harrison Career Institute can be found in Deptford, New Jersey (a large suburb). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The Certificate is the highest degree at Harrison Career Institute.
The most common majors at the school are in medical assistant and technician.
Harrison Career Institute is welcoming, and offers open admission to students who meet its minimum qualifications.
In 2005, 320 students were enrolled in the school.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Harrison Career Institute specializes in training for careers in computers, medical/allied health and business. The nature of these programs is to prepare a student to be immediately employable upon graduation into an entry-level position. The method of instruction is individualized as well as classroom and group interaction, with the emphasis placed on integrating classroom instruction with current practices within the work environment."
More complete details are provided below.
Harrison Career Institute - Deptford
1450 Clements Bridge Rd
Deptford, NJ 08096
General Phone: (856) 384-2888
Admissions Phone: (856) 384-2888
Financial Aid Phone: (856) 384-2888
http://www.hci.edu
Harrison Career Institute awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 146 | cardiovascular tech, medical assistant, dialysis tech, dental assistant, pharmacy tech |
| Medical Adminstration | 25 | medical office assistant |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 20 | licensed practical nurse |
Number of programs and degrees for Harrison Career Institute in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 191 | 7 |
In 2005, Harrison Career Institute had a total enrollment of 320 students (269 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 59% |
| Black | 37% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 1% |
| Other Races | 0% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 9% |
| 20-21 | 13% |
| 22-24 | 23% |
| 25-29 | 20% |
| 30-34 | 13% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 14% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New Jersey | 100% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 72 % |
| Part-Time | 45 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2004):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 62% |
| Transfer Out | 2% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Deptford, New Jersey for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Admissions Phone Number: (856) 384-2888
Financial Aid:
Harrison Career Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2186703)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (856) 384-2888
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Medical Office Assistant/Specialist
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Renal/Dialysis Technologist/Technician
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Harrison Career Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in medical assistant and technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Grants credits for AP courses
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
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Medical Assistant And Technician
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