Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts, a well-established allied health and nursing school, opened a campus in Van Nuys. The campus will have an imaging focus offering an Associate of Occupational Science in Radiologic Technology program, X-ray Technician with Medical Assisting Skills diploma program, and a Medical Assistant program.
Gurnick Academy recognized the need to help the displaced students after the abrupt Brightwood College closure. These displaced students will continue their studies as Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts students beginning March 18, 2019. These students will complete their program with only a short delay.
The Associate in Occupational Science in Radiologic Technology Program includes academic lectures, laboratory training, and a clinical externship that correlates with theoretical knowledge. This program is designed to prepare students for employment as certified radiologic technologists. The program emphasizes the knowledge, skills, and entry-level competencies appropriate for examinations required by the State of California Department of Public Health, Radiologic Health Branch.
The Limited X-ray Technician with Medical Assisting Skills is a diploma program that prepares students for work in a physician’s office, a chiropractic office, a clinic, or a hospital. Jobs may also be available in private medical practices, industry, and government services. Duties may include performing chest, extremity, and torso skeletal X-ray procedures.
Learn more about the Van Nuys Campus.
