Give your life new direction ...
and still have time for other things.Virginia College will give your life new direction as we give you the chance to pursue a degree while maintaining commitments to work and family.
Virginia College offers Associate, Baccalaureate and Master's degrees through online distance education.
Our management, technical, professional and criminal justice programs are designed to prepare you for direct entry into today's jobs.
We'll help you learn today's in-demand skills and prepare for tomorrow's job market, and we even offer financial aid assistance for students who qualify.
Find out how Virginia College's online programs can give your life new direction (and leave you with time for family, friends and other interests). Contact us today!
Business Administration (Master's)
Give yourself the skills you need to succeed. Earn your Master of Science in Business Administration from Virginia College Online. The curriculum blends management theory and the real-world practical experience you need to be more marketable in today's business world. This comprehensive graduate business and entrepreneurial program prepares you for advanced employment in the leadership field you have chosen.
Business Administration (Bachelor's)
The Business Administration program is designed for students who are interested in acquiring the knowledge and skills necessary to perform a variety of administrative functions in the business world.
The Bachelor's degree in Business Administration is also beneficial for those in lower-tier management positions and who need the baccalaureate credential to progress in their corporate hierarchy. It has become more and more important for job seekers to have a bachelor's degree to compete for positions or achieve advancement in today's business climate.
Now, Virginia College offers students a chance to apply previously earned credit to completing a degree.
Human Resource Management (Bachelor's)
The Human Resource Management program is designed to prepare human resource professionals to deal with the complexities and challenges of managing today's workforce. The courses will show you how you can help in the professional development of men and women in the field of human resources. You'll prepare to work in such settings as business, industry, government, and nonprofit organizations and institutions. You'll learn to handle disputes, grievances, discipline, and dismissals while you acquire the skills you'll need to work with a variety of people in various work settings.
Private Sector Accounting (Bachelor's)
The Private Sector Accounting bachelor degree program is designed for those students who are looking for a career in the in-demand field of accounting. As a graduate from this program, you will be able to pursue a career in private industry, working in such areas as financial accounting, cost accounting, budget accounting, or internal auditing. The program also prepares you for a career in governmental or not-for-profit accounting positions. The course work gives you a thorough understanding of accounting theory and emphasizes your ability to apply the advanced accounting theories you learn in real-world situations.
Accounting Specialist (Associate's)
2 Year - Associate of Applied Science Degree
The Accounting Specialist Program is designed to meet the needs of those students who work in the accounting field or who are presently employed and want to complete additional accounting courses beyond the diploma level. As a student in this program, you'll prepare for positions such as accounting clerk, accounts payable/receivable specialists, personal income tax clerks, collection clerks, or professional bookkeepers.
You'll find a special emphasis placed on combining accounting theory and practice with the microcomputer with advanced computerized accounting classes. Upon graduation, you will be encouraged to sit for the Certified Bookkeeper (CB) national certification.
Administrative Office Management (Associate's)
2 Year - Associate of Applied Science Degree
Administrative Office Management skills put you in high demand with employers. Today's companies need highly skilled men and women who can organize, manage, and distribute information in the fast-paced business world. Virginia College helps you gain the special skills and prepare for the challenges you'll face with hands-on training in:
Database management
Word-processing
Spreadsheets
Presentation graphics
Accounting
Business management
Communication skills
Human Resource Management (Associate's)
The Human Resource Management program is designed to prepare human resource professionals to deal with the complexities and challenges of managing today's workforce. The courses will show you how you can help in the professional development of men and women in the field of human resources. You'll prepare to work in such settings as business, industry, government, and nonprofit organizations and institutions. You'll learn to handle disputes, grievances, discipline, and dismissals while you acquire the skills you'll need to work with a variety of people in various work settings.
Criminal Justice (Master's)
The Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ) degree is designed to provide an advanced and in-depth study of the criminal justice system from a management and administrative viewpoint. The curriculum includes advanced courses in the different fields of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, corrections, and juvenile justice, as well as courses that will increase the students' understanding of criminological theories and social science research. This program is designed to help prepare students to take on leadership and managerial positions at the local, state, and federal levels of the criminal justice system.
In addition to successful completion of all required courses and elective hours, students will be tasked with completion of four comprehensive examinations which will cover specific course materials as a means to fully demonstrate the students' mastery of the material learned. Students will also complete an Area Paper or a research paper in a field of interest within criminal justice. This project must be completed prior to graduation, and its topic and specifications required must be approved, overseen, and graded by an approved MSCJ faculty member.
Criminal Justice (Bachelor's)
Prepare for or enhance your career in law enforcement with the new Criminal Justice Program from Virginia College Online...where technology meets law enforcement!
Virginia College Online's bachelor degree in Criminal Justice allows you to fit your learning into your busy schedule. For those with work hours that vary from day to day, for students with an active family life, or for people who just want to complete their course work on their own schedule, online learning is an excellent option.
This program is right for you if you are currently employed in the criminal justice field, if you are interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice, or if you have a strong desire to make your community a better place in which to live. The program will help you succeed in a variety of criminal justice positions, including courtroom administrator, police officer, private security officer, probation or parole officer, juvenile delinquency case manager, corrections officer, or police detective.
Want to compete? Want to earn a degree while balancing family and work? Then complete the info request form and find out more about Virginia College Online's exciting programs. All VC Online programs are accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. Financial aid is available for those who qualify. And our faculty and staff are available to make sure you get the most from your educational experience at Virginia College Online.
Criminal Justice (Associate's)
Prepare for or enhance your career in law enforcement in an online setting. The new Criminal Justice Program at Virginia College…where technology meets law enforcement.
Virginia College's associate degree in Criminal Justice is offered online to fit the busy schedules of today's students. For those with work hours that vary from day to day, for students with an active family life, or for people who just want to complete their course work on their own schedule, online learning is an excellent option.
This program is right for you if you are currently employed in the field, if you are interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice, or if you have a strong desire to make your community a better place in which to live. The program will help you succeed in a variety of criminal justice positions, including courtroom administrator, police officer, private security officer, probation or parole officer, juvenile delinquency case manager, corrections officer, or police detective.
Health Services Management (Bachelor's)
Now there's an academic program for people on the go… people who want to complete a health-based interdisciplinary studies Bachelor of Science degree on-line, whether it's for initial entry into this rapidly growing field or for advancement in an existing job.
Are you interested in promotion in your current medical position but need a bachelor degree to move up the ladder? Are you ready for a career change to a dynamic, growing field where you can do good things for your own future while doing good for others at the same time? Then this new program is for you!
Have previous college credit? Let us help you determine if it may be applied to your degree. Learn from Virginia College's real-world instructional staff, many of whom work in the field and bring their expertise and unique, practical experience to the program. Prepare for mid-level management positions in health care organizations including hospitals, physician practices, ambulatory care centers, home health agencies, and more.
You know what government predictions say about the demand for well-trained individuals in health care careers. Be on the forefront! Learn more about this exciting educational opportunity today.
Want to compete? Want to earn a degree while balancing family and work? Then complete the info request form and find out more about Virginia College Online's exciting programs. All VC Online programs are accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. Financial aid is available for those who qualify. And our faculty and staff are available to make sure you get the most from your educational experience at Virginia College Online.
Healthcare Reimbursement (Associate's)
Healthcare Reimbursement focuses on the fundamentals of medical office protocol with specialized training in the areas you will need for a job in this growing field.
As a Virginia College student, you'll be prepared for entry-level positions in the medical field related to reimbursement procedures. You'll learn the fundamentals of medical office protocol and get specialized training in Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), International Classification of Diseases (ICD), and Health Care Financing Administration Common Procedural Coding System (HCPCS).
In addition to your classroom experiences, you will also serve an externship for on-the-job training. You'll be supervised by a physician, nurse, or health services professional and learn the billing and coding process from the working perspective.
Medical Office Administration (Associate's)
What do Medical Office Administration graduates do?
Medical Office Administrators perform administrative duties in a medical office or clinic, reporting directly to an office manager, physician, or other health practitioner. You will help with communicating with patients and other providers, billing insurance companies, code physician diagnostic comments and orders, and more. This program is designed to teach you how to work closely with doctors to organize and monitor patient care services. In short, you will be a vital part of the healthcare team in a physician’s office, a clinic, a hospital, a long-term care facility, or other medical office.
What classes will I take?
At Virginia College, you will only take courses that pertain to your success in the workforce. Do not worry if you are not already skilled in the areas below. That is why you are coming to school! We are experienced in giving students the training they need to become successful in their chosen careers.
You will have classes in:
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Medical terminology
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Medical law and ethics
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Medical laboratory procedures
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Medical records systems
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Accounting
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Business
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Office automation
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Customer service
In addition to training from instructors with real-world experience, you will also complete an externship in a physician's office, clinic or related healthcare facility under the supervision of a physician, nurse, or health services professional.
Cybersecurity (Master's)
Virginia College's master's degree in Cybersecurity is designed to provide you with an in-depth study in IT Infrastructure Security. You will be exposed to and challenged by the most popular aspects of computer security, including cyber-law, cyber-terrorism, forensics, hardening the operating system, viral activity, and compliancy issues. As a graduate of this program, you will be prepared for employment positions involving the security management of a LAN, WLAN, and WAN environments, including our own nation's informational infrastructure.
As part of this exciting program, you will be presented with various simulations and live lab projects to examine the overall security administration and computer forensics of network security in fields such as information security, network administration, and firewall management. The program provides a strong foundation in cryptography, forensics, intrusion detection, and firewall devices. Additional areas of study include hardening among various operating systems, simulated and real-life experience through VPN connections, and security measures applied to perimeter network devices.
Management Information Systems (Bachelor's)
Today's business relies on technically skilled employees! With training in computer networking, programming and information system management from Virginia College Online, you'll be exposed to valuable skills that are in demand in today's marketplace. From hardware basics to complex networking, we train you to join the exploding revolution of evolving technologies!
Virginia College Online's Bachelor of Science Degree in Management Information Systems is designed to give you a comprehensive introduction to business information systems and equip you with valuable managerial skills. You'll be prepared for a career involving the management and design of computer-based information systems... those of today and the innovations coming tomorrow. Choose one of three tracks... or mix and match: Computer Programming, Database Administration, or Network Engineering.
And completing your degree online allows you to pursue a bachelor's degree without the hassles of coordinating business schedules, childcare or even finding a parking space.
Want to compete? Want to earn a degree while balancing family and work? Then complete the info request form and find out more about Virginia College Online's exciting programs. All VC Online programs are accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. Financial aid is available for those who qualify. And our faculty and staff are available to make sure you get the most from your educational experience at Virginia College Online.
Network Management (Bachelor's)
The Networking Management bachelor's program will give you the skills you'll need for a career in a broad range of private and public sector organizations. You'll study networking, finance, marketing, human resources, leadership, communications, decision-making, and ethical issues, all to complement, enhance and build upon what you've already learned about computer networking.
As a successful graduate from this program, you can expect to be qualified to enter a general management-training program within a large organization. And the elective area of the program allows you to explore related fields of study to further broaden your education.
Paralegal Studies (Associate's)
The field of law in could not function without Paralegals. They can be found in courtrooms, corporations, insurance companies, governmental offices and banks, as well as in attorneys' offices. With the Paralegal Degree from Virginia College Online, you can enter a career that offers prestige and a brighter future where you can positively affect the lives of others.
Every year more lawyers join the workforce, and more organizations are seeing the benefits of having skilled paralegals on staff. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics 2006-07 Occupational Outlook Handbook, Employment is projected to grow much faster than average, as employers try to reduce costs by hiring paralegals to perform tasks formerly carried out by lawyers. Classes are taught by instructors with real-world experience. Move toward an exciting new career without sacrificing commitments to work, family or service to your country.
The Associate's Degree in Paralegal Studies is taught by instructors with real-world experience. Getting your Paralegal degree online means you can complete the program in our "Anytime, anywhere" format that fits into your busy schedule. Move toward an exciting new career without sacrificing commitments to work, family or service to your country.