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