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29Feb/12Off

Student Success: Grad begins career as medical records clerk and more!

Congratulations to the graduates who have recently begun their new careers in their chosen fields!

Alyssa M. – recent graduate of the medical office administration training program – began working at a medical records clerk at sports care clinic in Lompoc.

Dolores L. began her career as a medical receptionist/assistant at a woman’s health clinic. She earned her associate’s degree in medical assisting. Congrats Dolores!

After graduating from Santa Maria’s medical assisting training program, Djeraldine R. was hired as a health aid at a continuing care retirement community in Solvang.

Good luck to all the SBBC alumni who have interviews or license exams this week! Stop by Career Services or give them a call if you need some last minute tips.

To find out how you can get started towards your career goals, give us a call at 1-866-610-SBBC. We’re here to help.

15Feb/12Off

Student Success: Grads become Licensed Professionals!

Many of our career training programs prepare our students to become licensed professionals in their career field. SBBC would like to congratulate the following graduates for accomplishing their goals and becoming licensed professionals!

Lara D. recently graduated from the vocational nursing program, and has now successfully passed the State Board exam. She’s now a licensed vocational nurse – congrats Lara!

Graduate of the pharmacy technology program in Santa Maria, Callen W. just received his license from the California State Board of Pharmacy. Great job!

Good luck to all the SBBC alumni who have interviews or license exams this week! Stop by Career Services or give them a call if you need some last minute tips.

To find out how you can get started towards your career goals, give us a call at 1-866-610-SBBC. We’re here to help.

2Feb/12Off

College Night 2012 for Santa Maria – Career Training Workshops, Scholarship Info and More!

SBBCollege Santa Maria will host College Night 2012 on Thursday, February 2nd at 7:00 pm.

SBBCollege invites high school seniors, their parents, recent graduates and the rest of the Santa Maria community to see what it could be like to be part of the college experience.

During College Night, guests will receive a glimpse into academic and career training programs through mini program workshops – including visiting the nursing and medical school labs, as well as presentations from faculty in the business and criminal justice programs.

Want to know what it’s really like to be a college student? Current students and alumni will also be at College Night to answer questions about their experiences.

Guests will also learn about financial assistance available, including scholarships for recent high school graduates, and job-placement assistance.

SBBCollege Santa Maria is located at 303 Plaza Drive, and serves the communities of Santa Maria, Lompoc, Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, Nipomo and other surrounding areas. Whether you’re interested in earning a bachelor’s degree in just over 3 years or starting a nursing program that has no waiting list or prerequisites, stop by the SBBCollege campus on Thursday and see which program is right for you!

If you’d like more information about College Night or how you can receive job training or a college degree in Santa Maria, call 1-866-610-7222.

Learn more about SBBCollege Santa Maria.

SBBCollege is accredited by ACICS and offers financial aid to those who qualify.

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30Jan/12Off

Student Success: Nursing Grad Starts Career at Caregiver Agency, and More!

Graduate of the vocational nursing program in Santa Maria, Jay C. is now working at St. Matthew’s Caregiver Agency in Santa Maria.

Marlene W., recent graduate of the College’s pharmacy technology job training program, started her career as a pharmacy technician at a local hospital in Central California.

Saida E. will begin her career as a medical assistant in February at the Sansum Clinic in Lompoc. Saida graduated from the medical assisting training program.

After graduating from SBBCollege’s medical program, Liliana R. will begin her career in the medical field as a medical assistant at a local hospital in Lompoc this week!

Good luck to all the SBBC alumni who have interviews scheduled this week! Stop by Career Services or give them a call if you need some last minute tips.

To find out how you can get started towards your career goals, give us a call at 1-866-610-SBBC. We’re here to help.

11Jan/12Off

SBBCollege Santa Maria Commencement – Grads Ready for Workforce

SANTA MARIA, CA (January 11, 2012) – Santa Barbara Business College will hold a graduation ceremony to honor the College’s graduating class on Friday, January 13, 2012. The ceremony will take place at the Santa Maria Fairpark’s Convention Center at 7:00 pm.

Graduates will receive associate’s degrees or job training diplomas in the career fields of business administration, criminal justice, paralegal studies, pharmacy technology, medical office administration and medical assisting. Students in the vocational nursing class at SBBCollege will be graduating as well.

State Assemblywoman Hilda Zacarias will deliver the keynote address at the ceremony.

In keeping with the College’s theme of the new year – “bringing the campus to the community,” the campus is excited to help provide their community with well-prepared employees. Campus Director, AJ Schuermann, states, “Many of these graduates first attended SBBCollege a little unsure of themselves, and without the skills and knowledge to help them start a new career or advance in their current career field. Now, they’ve practiced hundreds of blood draws, passed their accounting or criminal justice exams, completed their externships – they’re ready to get out in to the work force and serve their communities.”

The College is currently accepting applications for their next class start.

Click here for information regarding the ceremony or to learn more about the College's academic and job training programs, or call 1-866-610-SBBC.

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4Jan/12Off

SBBCollege Students Investigate Crime Scene

Students in SBBCollege’s Criminal Justice degree program recently participated in a hands-on training lab where they investigated a mock crime scene, preparing them for real-life scenarios in their criminal justice careers, such as forensics or crime scene investigations.

Students were instructed to investigate the scene, and determine what happened and who possible suspects were. Students utilized photographs, fingerprinting and other investigative procedures to process the evidence taken from the scene.

Whenever possible, SBBCollege uses hands-on training in addition to traditional classroom lectures. This crime scene lab aided in putting theories taught in classes, such as crime scene investigation, criminology and criminal investigation, to practice.

Photos from SBBCollege Ventura’s crime scene lab are shown below.

The criminal justice training program at SBBCollege provides students a solid understanding of the US criminal justice system, including social and behavioral science, with emphasis on investigation, law enforcement, corrections, the criminal court system, juvenile justice and private security.

For more information on receiving training in criminal justice at SBBCollege’s Ventura, Rancho Mirage, Santa Maria, Bakersfield or Online campuses, please call 866-610-SBBC.

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4Jan/12Off

Success Stories: Medical & Business Grads Start Careers

Congratulations to the graduates who have recently begun their new careers in their chosen fields!

Nicole R., a grad from the online business degree program, was recently hired as a customer service representative at an insurance agency in Goleta, Ca. Congrats Nicole!

After graduating from the Santa Maria pharmacy technology program, Naomi T. has started her career as a pharmacy technician at a local retail pharmacy in Lompoc.

Nicole M. was recently hired as a medical assistant at a local Santa Barbara dermatologist’s office. She graduated in October from the medical assisting training program at our Santa Barbara campus, and is enjoying her new position!

Graduate of the medical career training program in the Coachella Valley, Esmeralda P. began her career as a caregiver for the Angel View organization in Desert Hot Springs. She started in early December, and is very excited to start her career!

Good luck to all the SBBC alumni who have interviews scheduled this week! Stop by Career Services or give them a call if you need some last minute tips.

To find out how you can get started towards your career goals, give us a call at 1-866-610-SBBC. We’re here to help.

29Nov/11Off

Success Stories: Grads Find Careers in Medical Offices and More

What could be better than receiving the gift of employment around the holidays? These are some of the graduates who Santa Barbara Business College helped reach their career goals this season.

Graduates of the medical assisting training program in Santa Maria, Monica R. and Agustina F. were recently hired at the medical office where they completed their externship – congrats ladies!

After receiving medical career training from our school in Santa Barbara County, Joanna B. accepted a job position as a medical assistant in Solvang.

Luz G., a recent graduate of our online paralegal studies training program, was hired as a legal secretary at a local law office in Palm Desert, CA.

Graduate of the criminal justice degree program in Rancho Mirage, Mitchel H. is now working with the Boys & Girls Club in their mentoring program ACES. This is a great step towards his goal of working in juvenile probation.

Good luck to all the SBBC alumni who have interviews scheduled this week! Stop by Career Services or give them a call if you need some last minute tips.

To find out how you can get started towards your career goals, give us a call at 1-866-610-SBBC. We’re here to help.

22Nov/11Off

College Night 2011 for Coachella Valley – Campus Tours, Career Training Workshops

SBBCollege Rancho Mirage will host College Night 2011 on Thursday, December 8th at 6:00 pm.

High school seniors, parents, recent graduates and friends are invited to see what it could be like to be part of the college experience.

During College Night, guests will receive a glimpse into academic and career training programs through mini program workshops – including visiting nursing and medical school labs, business and paralegal degree classrooms and a criminal justice crime scene lab.

Visitors will also learn about job-placement assistance and financial assistance available, including scholarships for recent high school graduates.

Want to know what it’s really like to be a college student? Current students and alumni will also be at College Night to answer questions about their experiences.

SBBCollege Rancho Mirage is located at 34275 Monterey Avenue. Whether you’re interested in a bachelor’s degree or shorter-term job training, stop by the SBBCollege campus on Thursday and see which program is right for you!

If you’d like more information about College Night or how you can receive job training or a college degree from an accredited school in the Coachella Valley, call 1-866-610-7222.

Learn more about SBBCollege in Rancho Mirage

SBBCollege is accredited by ACICS and offers financial aid to those who qualify.

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19Nov/11Off

From Sailor to Student: A Veteran’s Story at SBBCollege

Are you trying to find your place in the civilian sector? With high unemployment rates for veterans, it can be difficult to find success after returning from active duty. With help from family, friends and veterans-service providers, veterans can get back on their feet and begin a new chapter in their life.

Melissa S. was one such veteran who needed help finding her career after returning from the US Navy. She found the aid she needed with the help of Santa Barbara Business College, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, and the Yellow Ribbon Program.

“Before I was a student, I was a sailor. I served 4 years in the US Navy. When I got out of the Navy, I kicked around a few jobs but I knew in my heart I didn’t want a job, I wanted a career.

A friend of mine recommended Santa Barbara Business College because it was the school she was going to. I didn’t think I could afford it, but I went for an admissions interview anyways. The staff was so friendly and helpful. Between admissions and the financial aid staff, they helped me realize I could afford it. In fact, not only was my tuition paid in full, I received extra money for housing, books and supplies!

The bonus was the Yellow Ribbon Program. With this program, I received money back in a check for my own personal use because my tuition was already paid for.

Overall, I am doing so well at Santa Barbara Business College. The staff made my transition from sailor to student so easy. I am even considering furthering my college education with SBBC’s bachelor’s program. What makes this even easier, I still have money in the Post-9/11 GI Bill to do so.

Thank you SBBC for giving me the opportunity to better myself. When I am through, I can land the career of my choice.”

SBBCollege is proud to serve the veterans in our communities, and will help them receive the veteran career training they need to find a successful career.

Through participation in the Yellow Ribbon Program, eligible veterans can attend SBBCollege at no cost!

For more information on how you can use your military benefits and start at a Post-9/11 GI Bill school, please call 1-866-610-SBBC.