Compass Career College

Compass Career College's Medical Assistant program in Hammond, Louisiana, prepares students for entry-level medical assisting roles in healthcare settings and preparation for certifications including the Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant exam, the Nationally Registered Certified EKG Technician exam, and the Nurse Aide Competency Exam. The program combines classroom instruction with hands-on learning and includes a 200-hour supervised clinical externship in a medical office setting. Coursework covers direct patient care, phlebotomy, clinical procedures, pharmacology, medical office operations, and electronic health records. Admission requirements include a high school diploma, transcript, or high school equivalency, state-required criminal background screening, and a TB skin test with current immunization records.

At a glance

• Format: Hybrid
• Leads to: Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) exam; Nationally Registered Certified EKG Technician exam; Nurse Aide Competency Exam; Nationally Registered Certified Phlebotomy Technician exam; BLS Provider CPR certification
• Financial aid: available (per the school's page)
• Payment plan: available (per the school's page)

Compass Career College’s Nurse Aide Training in Hammond, Louisiana, prepares students for entry-level nurse aide work and the Louisiana Nurse Aide Competency Exam. The program covers personal care, infection control, safety, communication, resident rights, vital signs, restorative care, and basic nursing assistance. Training combines classroom instruction, lab practice, and supervised clinical experiences, including 50 hours of supervised clinical practice in a long-term care setting, within 100 clock hours. Admission requirements include a high school diploma, transcript, or high school equivalency, state-required criminal background screening, a TB skin test, and current immunization records. The program uses open acceptance admissions without entrance or placement tests.

At a glance

• Format: In person
• Leads to: Louisiana Nurse Aide Competency Exam

The medical coding and billing certification curriculum at Compass Career College is outstanding. Students are prepared for success in the healthcare industry by their comprehensive curriculum and practical emphasis. Modern facilities develop an understanding of the subtleties of medical billing. The training develops the medical documentation and coding language interpretation abilities that are essential for precise billing. It includes claim processing, invoicing software, and compliance, all in accordance with industry standards. Externships offer practical experience, and all-encompassing education gets you ready for promotion. The curriculum at Compass Career College develops qualified healthcare professionals by bridging complexity with committed assistance for an enriching professional path.

Compass Career College’s Cosmetology program in Hammond, Louisiana trains students in hair design, skin care, nail technology, makeup application, sanitation, safety, client consultation, and salon management. The program prepares graduates for entry-level cosmetology work and eligibility to seek licensure as a Licensed Cosmetologist through the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology Theory and Practical Examinations. Instruction is delivered in person through classroom lessons, skills laboratory practice, and hands-on client services in a supervised salon setting at the Hammond campus; the program is also offered at an extension campus in Slidell. Admission may require a high school diploma, transcript, or high school equivalency, and applicants must be at least 16 years old.

At a glance

• Format: In person
• Leads to: Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology Theory and Practical Examinations for licensure as a Licensed Cosmetologist
• Financial aid: available (per the school's page)
• Payment plan: available (per the school's page)