About Blue Cliff College
Committed to Success
Your Career Path
Opportunities and Next Steps
WELCOME METAIRIE
We are driven to provide an education in a supportive environment helping students to succeed in their chosen careers!
Our training programs are designed to help you reach your
career goals - no matter what they may be! From the day
you enroll, you will have a dedicated team who will help you
every step of the way!
ABOUT BLUE CLIFF
Blue Cliff College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). ACCSC is a recognized accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education.
Licensed by the
Louisiana State Board of Regents.
Metairie is the main campus.
ACCREDITATION
Meet with
Financial Aid
Department
Discuss enrollment process
Take a
tour of the
campus
Review program
material
Evaluate your
desires, interests
and motivation
Discuss your
personal
career goals
CAREER PATH
DIPLOMA PROGRAMS
Clinical Medical Assisting
Diploma Program
Hybrid
- This diploma program can be completed in 9-15 months.
- Our industry-experienced faculty provide a career-focused curriculum.
- Prepares students for a career by offering a hands-on experience.
- A hybrid learning program. A handful of courses are conducted online. The remaining coursework takes place in person.
- Learn to work with patients, complete office tasks, perform lab work, take vitals, and more.
Clinical Medical Assisting
CH
Required Courses
AH 100
BIO 101*
BIO 102*
IT 101
MOA 101
MOA 102
MED 101*
MED 103
MED 104
MED 105
MED 106
MED 107
MED 205
MED 206
PPD 100*
MED 299
30
30
30
40
50
50
30
10
50
50
50
50
50
50
30
180
Introduction to the Healthcare Workplace
Anatomy and Physiology 1
Anatomy and Physiology 2
Computer Fundamentals
Medical Office Procedures 1
Medical Coding and Insurance
Medical Terminology 1
CPR/First Aid
Introduction to Clinical Procedures
Medical Techniques and Procedures 1
Phlebotomy/Laboratory Procedures 1
Pharmacology for the Medical Assistant
Medical Techniques and Procedures 2
Phlebotomy/Laboratory 2
Professional Development
Medical Assisting Externship
Clinical Medical Assisting
3
3
3
2
4
4
3
1
4
3
4
4
3
3
3
6
QCH
*Courses offered online
Total Required for Graduation
780
53
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Diagnostic Laboratories
Hospitals
Insurance Carriers
Nursing Care Facilities
Offices of Physicians
Outpatient Care Centers
Urgent Care Centers
Walk-In Clinics
Cosmetology
Diploma Program
- This diploma can be completed in 12 months.
- Our industry-experienced faculty provide a career-focused curriculum.
- Prepares students for a career by offering a hands-on experience.
- Licensed by the Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering.
- Learn the basics of techniques in hair cutting and styling, as well as manicuring and skin care basics.
Cosmetology
CH
Required Courses
COS 100
COS 101
COS 102
COS 103
COS 104
COS 105
COS 106
COS 107
COS 108
COS 109
COS 110
COS 111
COS 112
COS 113
120
120
120
120
120
90
30
120
120
120
80
80
80
180
Introduction to Cosmetology
Fundamentals of Haircare
Haircutting 1
Haircutting 2
Hairstyling
Texturizing Services
The Salon Business
Hair Color
Skin Care
Nails
Skills Enhancement
Skills Enhancement
Skills Enhancement
Skills Enhancement
Cosmetology
7.5
7
6.5
6.5
6.5
5
1.5
6.5
7
6.5
4
4
4
9.5
QCH
*Courses offered online
Total Required for Graduation
1500
82
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Day Spa
Private Practice
Performing Arts
Salons
Vacation Resorts
Dental Assisting
Diploma Program
- Complete in as little as 11 months.
- A supervised externship in a real dental office setting provides practical training, with graduates encouraged to pursue Louisiana’s Expanded Duty Dental Assistant (EDDA) certification.
- Industry-aligned training – outlined by the Louisiana State Board of Dentistry and include healthcare laws and regulations such as OSHA and HIPAA, along with dental office administration and management.
- Coursework covers anatomy and physiology, dental health & nutrition, oral histology, tooth form & structure, radiography, orthodontics, infection control, preventive dentistry, dental lab procedures, and patient care.
Dental Assisting
CH
Required Courses
DA 101A
DA 101 B
DA 102
DA 103A
DA 103B
DA 120
DA 122A
DA 122B
DA 219
DA 223A
DA 223B
DA 231A
DA 231B
DA 260
DA 232
DA 240
MED 201
PSY 102
44
44
44
44
44
44
44
44
44
44
44
44
44
44
44
210
44
44
Introduction to Dental Assisting Lecture
Introduction to Dental Assisting Lab
Dental Science 1
Preclinical and Chair-Side Dental Assisting 1
Preclinical and Chair-Side Dental Assisting 2
Nutrition and Dental Health
Dental Materials 1A
Dental Materials 1B
Dental Science 2
Dental Materials 2A
Dental Materials 2B
Dental Radiology A
Dental Radiology B
Dental Materials 3
Dental Office Management
Dental Assisting Externship
Healthcare Compliance
Therapeutic Communications
Dential Assisting
4
2
4
3
2
4
3
2
4
3
2
3
2
3
3
7
4
4
QCH
Total Required for Graduation
958
59
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Private Dental Practices
Specialty Dental Offices
Public Health Clinics
Hospitals
Corporate or Group Dental Practices
Esthetics
Diploma Program
Esthetics
Diploma Program
- This diploma program can be completed in 6-9 months.
- Graduates are eligible to sit for the required state board examinations to pursue licensure as an Esthetician.
- Coursework emphasizes industry standards, legal and ethical responsibilities, and best practices for working closely with clients.
- Practical training in a spa-like setting to help students build confidence and industry-ready skills.
- Students gain the scientific knowledge, artistic principles, and hands-on training needed to begin a career as a professional skin care specialist.
Esthetics
CH
Required Courses
EST 100
EST 101
EST 102
EST 103
EST 104
EST 105A
EST 105B
EST 105C
120
120
120
120
36
120
90
24
Introduction to Esthetics
Intermediate Esthetics
Advanced Esthetics
Makeup and Hair Removal
Spa Management and Professional Development
Skills Enhancement
Skills Enhancement
Skills Enhancement
Esthetics
Total Required for Graduation
750
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Day Spas
Medical Spas
Dermatology Offices
Salons
Resorts & Cruise Ships
Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN)
Diploma Program
- This diploma program can be completed in 15 months.
- Capstone review for exam readiness – A final review course reinforces key concepts before taking the NCLEX-PN.
- Emphasis on patient rights, ethical care, and state laws governing practical nursing.
- Hands-on clinical training - Experience in medical-surgical, geriatric, maternal-newborn, pediatric, and mental health nursing, plus IV therapy and medication administration.
- Coursework includes anatomy and physiology, microbiology, pharmacology, dosage calculations, medical terminology, nutrition, and essential computer skills.
Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN)
CH
Required Courses
AH 100
BIO 101
BIO 102
BIO 103
COM 104
MED 101
MED 102
MED 103
NUR 100
NUR 101
NUR 102
NUR 103
NUR 104
NUR 105
NUR 106
NUR 107
36
36
36
30
30
30
30
36
30
72
18
96
64
54
60
60
Introduction to Practical Nursing
Anatomy & Physiology 1
Anatomy & Physiology 2
Introduction to Microbiology
Computer Applications for Allied Health
Medical Terminology 1
Medical Terminology 2
Ethics of Patient Care
Diet & Nutrition
Practical Nurse Fundamentals
Practical Nurse Fundamentals Lab
Pharmacology & Medication Delivery
Applied Math for Nursing - Dosage Calculations
Geriatric Nursing
Geriatric Nursing Clinical
Medical-Surgical Nursing & Pathophysiology 1
Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN)
2.5
2.5
2.5
2
1.5
2
2
2.5
2
5
0.5
6
4.5
3.5
2
3.5
QCH
CH
Required Courses
NUR 108
NUR 109
NUR 110
NUR 111
NUR 112
NUR 113
NUR 114
NUR 115
NUR 116
NUR 117
NUR 118
NUR 119
NUR 120
PPD 100
180
72
180
72
180
36
40
30
40
33
32
45
32
24
Medical-Surgical Nursing & Pathophysiology 1 Clinical
Medical-Surgical Nursing & Pathophysiology 2
Medical-Surgical Nursing & Pathophysiology 2 Clinical
Medical-Surgical Nursing & Pathophysiology 3
Medical-Surgical Nursing & Pathophysiology 3 Clinical
Maternal & Newborn Nursing
Maternal & Newborn Nursing Clinical
Pediatric Nursing
Pediatric Nursing Clinical
Practical Nursing Capstone
Principles of Mental Health Nursing
Principles of Mental Health Nursing Clinical
IV Therapy
Professional Development
Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN)
6.5
4.5
6.5
5
6.5
2.5
1.5
2
1.5
2
2
1.5
2
1.5
QCH
Total Required for Graduation
1714
90
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Hospitals
Long-Term Care & Nursing Homes
Physician Offices & Clinics
Home Health Agencies
Rehabilitation Centers
CAREER SERVICES
- Professional Development Workshops
- Resume and Cover Letter Development
- Targeting and Networking with Employers
- Career Guidance
- Community Resources
- Individual Career Workshops
- Interview Preparation
- Job Fairs
As a Blue Cliff College student and graduate, you have access to resources you can use to navigate the challenges of today's job market. Our Career Services Department will help you plan your career path, support your search for jobs, and ultimately guide you to reaching your career goals.
Features of the Blue Cliff College Career Services Department:
TUITION
DIPLOMA PROGRAMS
Tuition Amount = $16,683
TUITION
Clinical Medical Assisting
(Hybrid)
Diploma Program
A set of required materials and textbooks are provided at no additional cost. Tuition will not increase as long as there is no interruption in enrollment.
Tuition Amount = $26,459
TUITION
Cosmetology
Diploma Program
A set of required materials and textbooks are provided at no additional cost. Tuition will not increase as long as there is no interruption in enrollment.
Tuition Amount = $20,872
TUITION
Dental Assisting
Diploma Program
A set of required materials and textbooks are provided at no additional cost. Tuition will not increase as long as there is no interruption in enrollment.
Tuition Amount = $13,303
TUITION
Esthetics
Diploma Program
A set of required materials and textbooks are provided at no additional cost. Tuition will not increase as long as there is no interruption in enrollment.
Tuition Amount = $30,991
TUITION
Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN)
Diploma Program
A set of required materials and textbooks are provided at no additional cost. Tuition will not increase as long as there is no interruption in enrollment.
FINANCIAL AID
SELF PAY
LOANS
GRANTS
.
The financial aid team at Blue Cliff College is committed to helping you find ways to finance your education. Our team is trained to help you navigate the financial aid process and to help you address obstacles that may be standing in the way of your education.
How our students pay for their education:
HOW TO APPLY
A student must complete an enrollment agreement.
A student must complete an interview with an admissions representative.
A student must have a high school diploma, GED or the equivalent.
FUTURE POTENTIAL
Better Life
Savings
Home Ownership
Better Transportation
Improved Status
Vacations
Time for Family
Respect
Independence
Increased Earnings
Promotions
Self Satisfaction
Job Security
Recognition
Choices
Stability
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