A recent op-ed piece appearing in IBJ.com highlights the importance of boosting education in this country to positively impact companies and the economy. The author of the article, Jamie Merisotis, mentions that Indiana is far below the national 2025 goal of 60% of citizens holding a quality college degree. Harrison College shares the opinions of Mr. Merisotis' article and continually works towards graduating students with viable degrees to positively impact local, regional and national companies in a wide variety of fields.
Harrison College is based out of Indianapolis, IN and has 13 campus within the state as well as one campus in Columbus, Ohio. Harrison College campus locations beyond the Indianapolis area include Anderson, Columbus, Elkhart, Evansville, Fort Wayne, Lafayette, Marion, Muncie and Terre Haute. In addition to onground locations, Harrison College has an online division that serves students in over 20 programs, including Business Finance, Medical Assistant, Accounting, Criminal Justice, Information Technology and Health Care Management, to name a few.
As the economy becomes more globalized, it is vital that individuals in this country have meaningful college degrees in order to compete in the ever-changing marketplace. For a complete listing of programs offered by Harrison College, please visit the following link.
Other programs and employment opportunities stemming from Harrison College's School of Health Sciences include health care management, massage, surgical technology degrees and careers, Indiana nursing school degrees and careers and soon, Ohio nursing school degrees and careers.
As you can see Harrison College is committed to the growing hospital and health science fields. For more information on any of the above listed campuses or programs, please visit the Harrison College website.
A lot of students have difficulty writing research papers, but they shouldn't worry. A little bit of organization, and a research paper comes together quite nicely. It doesn't matter what your degree or major is. Students who are studying for degrees in Health Care Management and students who are studying for human resource careers or whatever the degree is, can write a decent research paper with these tips.
To begin, you must have a thesis. A thesis is more than just a topic. A thesis is a topic plus an opinion. "My black car" is not a thesis. That is a topic. I can't go anywhere with that. However, "my black car is the best car in the whole wide world" is a thesis, because it has an opinion attached to it. Now I have something to prove or argue.
Once you have the thesis, you can begin the actual research. You may want to think of three to five things that would prove your opinion to be true. These are the actual things you are looking for research on. These three to five things become the topic sentences for the body of your paper. For example, in my black car thesis, I might decide that my car is the best in the world because it gets great gas mileage, because it never breaks down, and because it responds to my emotions. Now I can go about gathering evidence on those three points, and ignore research in other areas of the car.
Now... make an outline! I can hear the groans of almost everyone reading this, but seriously... make an outline. This step organizes your paper and makes it easier to write. Write an introduction with a hook and a thesis, then go into your three to five main points. It should look something like this:
I. Introduction
A. Hook (story, quote, something interesting related to your thesis)
B. Thesis (Topic plus opinion)
C. Preview Statement (a sentence with your three to five main points that you intend to discuss that proves your thesis true.
II. Main Point 1 (state your first main point)
A. First bit of support or evidence that proves your first main point is true (make a citation)
B. Second bit of support or evidence that proves your first main point is true (make a citation)
C. Third bit of support or evidence that proves your first main point is true (make a citation)
III. Main Point 2 (state your second main point with a transition, such as "Not only is main point 1 true, but main point 2 also proves the thesis)
A. First bit of support or evidence that proves your second main point is true (make a citation)
B. Second bit of support or evidence that proves your second main point is true (make a citation)
C. Third bit of support or evidence that proves your second main point is true (make a citation)
IV. Main Point 3 (state your third main point with a transition, such as "Not only is main point 2 true, but main point 3 also proves the thesis)
A. First bit of support or evidence that proves your third main point is true (make a citation)
B. Second bit of support or evidence that proves your third main point is true (make a citation)
C. Third bit of support or evidence that proves your third main point is true (make a citation)
V. Conclusion
A. Summary Statement (a sentence with your three to five main points that you used to prove your thesis true.
B. Restate the Thesis (Topic plus opinion)
C. Close out with a final thought or related quote.
Now, write your first draft. When that is done, read it out loud to see how it sounds, then revise the draft. Repeat until you are satisfied.
For more help, you should check out these 57 tips on writing a term paper.
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1. That the state of Indiana seems to be in recovery mode according to this map.
2. That Harrison College has a program for nearly all of the "future's 15 most wanted workers."
Here's Career Builder's list and Harrison College's corresponding program. Click on the program name for more information.
1. Business Operations Specialists---Business Management Program
2. Child care workers
3. Clergy
4. General and operations managers---Business Management Program
5. Home Health Aides---Nursing Program
6. Licensed practical and vocational nurses---Nursing Program
7. Nursing aides, orderlies and attendants---Nursing Program
8. Medical assistants---Medical Assistant Program
9. Medical and health service managers---Health Care Management Program
10. Personal and home care aides---Nursing Program
11. Receptionists and information clerks---Administrative Professional Program
12. Registered nurses---Nursing Program
13. Social and human service assistants
14. Teachers
15. Teachers Assistants
Within our 5 schools of study we offer more than 30 degree, certificate, and diploma programs. Keep an eye on Harrison College because if there's not already a program that interests you, there probably will be in the near future...
Programs in 2011 for the Lafayette Indiana Harrison College campus could include Bachelor Degrees in Health Care Management and Business Management, as well as a Spanish for Medical Professionals Certificate. Programs in the future for the Muncie Indiana Harrison College campus could include an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. Lastly, it is likely that Veterinary Technology training will be offered at the Harrison College Evansville campus in 2011 as well as at the Indianapolis Northwest Campus.
This is an exciting time for programs at Harrison College and we encourage you to forward any programmatic ideas you have to us via our website.
In the past, Medical Assisting has only been offered through Harrison's onground campuses. However, Medical Assisting will begin to be offered in a nearly 100% online delivery format in the very near future. Classes including Clinical I, Clinical II and Lab Procedures will be offered in an online format allowing students to learn through media rich content, including 3D animation. Built in knowledge checks will also be media rich, thus allowing for full engagement by participating students. As Medical Assisting is a program that requires clinical interaction, students participating in the online program will have set times to work with approved instructors and locations to receive hands on training before being tested on their skills.
Although Harrison College focuses mostly on Indiana based nursing and Medical Assisting programs, this online format will allow for broader range throughout the United States.
Look for more information regarding the online Medical Assisting program in the coming months or be sure to visit the Harrison College website.
The faculty and staff of the Anderson campus in conjunction with Harrison College Administration team members worked with local advisory board members as well as employers to identify programs that would positively impact the area employment market. As the city of Anderson and surrounding counties continue to draw new businesses to that part of the state, it is vital to have a pool of properly trained individuals to fill the viable job openings. Future graduates from the College of Criminal Justice will have numerous opportunities in their field. The health care field is growing tremendously throughout the state of Indiana. Harrison College Anderson campus graduates will have ample opportunities to purse health care management employment. A number of companies new to the geographic area of Anderson, such as Nestle and Brevini, will benefit from having a larger pool of Bachelor degreed Business Management graduates in the area.
For more information on Harrison College or the Anderson, Indiana campus, please visit Harrison College.
If you've dreamed about pursuing a degree in Health Care Management, Criminal Justice, or Network Administration but were afraid you might not be able to afford it, then read on because I've got good news and even better news for you! The Department of Education recently posted revised 2010-2011 Pell Grant payment and disbursement schedules in response to changes set forth under the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010.
So why is that good news? Well, it's good news because if you were eligible for Pell Grant funding under the first Pell Grant schedule published in January of this year, don't worry, you will not see any reduction in your awards. But, it's even better news because now more students, based on their individual need as determined by the FAFSA (for the 2010-2011 academic year) may now be eligible to receive a Pell Grant if their school's cost of attendance is at least $5,500!
If you are unsure as to whether or not you are affected by this change, of if you have any questions about Pell Grants or financial aid in general, please visit Harrison College's financial aid page at harrison.edu/financial-aid/eliminate-your-financial-fears.aspx.
What is a career college? I get this question often when speaking with high school students and non-traditional students looking for adult education programs that will aid in career advancement. Harrison College is an Indiana career college. Being a graduate and an employee, I feel I can give you the basics on what makes career colleges different and why that difference is exactly what many students are looking for today.
Career colleges offer education that is related to specific careers and fields of study. This education is designed to assist the graduate in finding a career position—not just another “job.”
Most career colleges are owned and operated by individuals, private investors, or public corporations. They pay taxes yet receive no direct financial support form the state.
Career colleges are accredited. Accreditation simply means that the college is held to high quality standards in academics and sometimes in career placement of graduates. Accreditation means that the degree the graduate receives is WORTHY of the hard work and investment the student made. Accreditation can be both national and regional. Note: always check to make sure the college you are interested in attending is accredited. You want to get your monies worth--so ask them about their accreditation and then research it online.
Career colleges focus on the needs of both students and employers! Often there is an atmosphere of service for the students—making it that much easier to achieve a degree while still maintaining family, work, and other life-obligations. Many career colleges like Harrison College also use Advisory Boards made up of local professionals and business owners. This allows the college to stay on track with what is needed by local employers--making graduates that much more prepared and employable!
Harrison College is an Indiana accredited college that offers degrees in the following areas:
- Medical Assistant
- Criminal Justice
- Massage
- Health Care Management
- Finance
- Business Marketing and Management
- Help Desk
- Human Resources
- Nursing
- Network Administration
- Surgical Technology
- Medical Laboratory Technology
- Fashion Merchandising
- Systems Administrator
- Veterinary Technology
For a complete listing of degrees offered at Harrison College, click here.
For more information on how career colleges are meeting the needs of the 21st Century Workforce, check out this video or visit the Career College Association site.
As advocates of education, sharing the importance of education is critical to the staff and faculty members of Harrison College Columbus Indiana college campus. For the past three years we have proudly hosted 
grade school students participating in the annual job shadow day.
Visiting students are given the opportunity to talk with Harrison College employees about how subjects like math and spelling will someday play a big role in their college and career success. They ask questions of a variety of Harrison College employees and return to school to report back to their classmates.
This year students showed a particular interest in learning more about degrees in Health Care Management and careers in Medical Assistant.
- Accounting
- Business Management
- Criminal Justice
- Health Care Management
- Hospitality Restaurant Management
- Human Resources
- Information Technology
According to research in 2002, over an adult's working life, high school graduates earn an average of $1.2 million, associate's degree holders earn about $1.6 million, and bachelor's degree holders earn $2.1 million. Not only is this a considerable amount of additional income but some also say that by obtaining your bachelor's degree you are more likely to:
- have higher levels of savings
- have increased personal mobility and career advancement
- have improved quality of life for your children
- have more hobbies and leisure activities
- have better health and a lower mortality rate
- be more open minded and cultured
- be more rational and consistant
- be less authoritarian
Alumni, keep your eye out for an upcoming scholarship that will be awarded to a Harrison alumni who has chosen to return to continue their education. More information will be posted on www.harrisonalumni.org in the future.
Information taken from:
Day, J.C., & Newburger, E.C. (2002). The Big Payoff: Educational Attainment and Synthetic Estimates
of Work-Life Earnings. (Current Population Reports, Special Studies, P23-210). Washington,
DC: Commerce Dept., Economics and Statistics Administration, Census Bureau. Retrieved from http://www.census.gov/prod/2002pubs/p23-210.pdf
Porter, K (2002). The Value of a College Degree. ERIC Clearinghouse
on Higher Education. Retrieved from http://www.ericdigests.org/2003-3/value.htm
Harrison College will continue to strive to offer the most viable programs for its students because the people that make up the institution are passionate about what they do. Hopefully our students feel our passion and are as excited about our recent honor as we are.
At one time or another, I think that many of us suffer from what I like to call “professional vertigo.” 
Vertigo is a condition often associated with a sensation of dizziness, confusion and a disoriented state of mind. In the ever changing world that we call “business,” it is not uncommon for our jobs to cause these same sensations. I started thinking about all of the different businesses having to make staffing changes during the economic downturn.
If asked, I believe that admissions teams at many of the Indiana accredited colleges, would agree that adult education programs have seen an increase in enrollments due to professional vertigo.
Jackie Griffith, Admissions Representative at Harrison College and graduate of Indiana Business College, explains it like this, “As the economy changes, so do the jobs. In order to stay employed or perhaps find a new job, people are finding it necessary to go back to school to earn a college degree or update a degree earned years before.”
“So many of the adult students I meet with are in need of some type of career development assistance because they now find themselves with new responsibilities in their current job or in need of finding a new career position,” adds Gina Pate, Director of Admissions at the Harrison College Columbus Indiana college campus.
Griffith is quick to add, “Those I talk with seem to understand that the key to surviving this economy is the ability to adapt and evolve. They know that in order to stay successful or to be successful in a new career, finding a college for working adults is the best way to have a competitive edge.”
If you find yourself suffering from professional vertigo, take a deep breath, relax and call Harrison College. Offering degrees in Health Care Management to Fashion Merchandising courses—from Criminal Justice to Veterinary Technology training—Harrison College has something for everyone!
We hear these words everyday... "diploma, certificate degrees, associates degree, bachelors degree.." but what do they mean?
I am going to go over these different terms so you can understand what they are and which one is the best fit for you.
Diploma/Certificate- Less than two years, usually less than 20 classes, programs include medical office assistant, office assistant, accounting assistant, and more.
Associates Degree- Typically a two year program, approximately 20 classes, programs include accounting, fashion merchandising, criminal justice, veterinary technology, business and more.
Bachelors Degree- Typically a four year program, approximately 40 classes, programs include accounting, criminal justice, health care management, hospitality restaurant mangement, and information technology.
Advanced Degree- Masters or Doctorate. These programs will teach you beyond a bachelors degree.
Here is a link to view the programs offered by Harrison College formerly, Indiana Business College: www.harrison.edu/courses-and-programs/all-academic-programs.aspx
For more information, please contact your local campus and ask to speak with an admissions representative.
Choosing a career is difficult. After all many of us spend just as much if not more time at our jobs then we do with our families (although I don’t recommend doing that). Jobs many times choose us, we get busy paying the bills, keeping food on the table for ourselves and in many cases our children, when do any of us have time to find our calling?
The good news is Harrison College realizes that our students need flexible class schedules. Harrison College offers medical certificates, diploma, associates and bachelor degrees during the day, evenings and online. Take a look and see how easy career advancement can be for you; even if you are a working adult..
College of Health Sciences
Medical Office Assistant - Cert.
Medical Reimbursement Technology - A.A.S.
College of Criminal Justice
College of Business
Accounting Assistant - Diploma
Administrative Professional - A.A.S.
Make the time to invest in your future you may be surprised just how easily college fits into your life. Classes are forming now. Harrison College will also answer any questions you may have about college tuition assistance and financial aid.
Please contact Lucas Mahoney for more information on any of Harrison's programs.
A lot of people wanted more information about our health sciences program. I told them there are a lot of career options in the health sciences field of study such as getting a degree in medical assistant and degrees in health care management as well as medical reimbursement specialist.
Some people expressed concern for going back to school because they felt they were too busy, but Harrison College is a college for working adults because of our flexible class schedule. Even if you feel you are too busy, it's always a good investment in your career to further your education!
Harrison College will be at Verizon Wireless again this Friday and Saturday for the Dave Matthews Band concerts. Come check out our table to get more information or visit our website. Hope to see you there!
Friday, August 7th will be the first day of the 2009 Indiana State Fair. The Opening Ceremonies with Miss America 2009, Katie Stam, will begin at 8:30 am. Musical guests throughout the week include Jon McClaughlin on August 13th, Kelly Clarkson on the 14th, Keith Urban on August 15th, and Jason Mraz on the 18th.
Don't forget to stop by and check out Harrison College's booth! You can learn about our diverse areas of study including degrees in health care management, surgical technology degrees, and our college massage program. Harrison's flexible class schedule makes it a great college for working adults. Check us out at the Indiana State Fair starting August 7th!
This weekend there were many people who asked if Harrison College was new to Indianapolis which gave us an opportunity to let people know about our name change. Harrison College was formerly Indiana Business College; the name change occurred in May. The reason for the name change is that we now offer more degree programs than just in Business. We have 5 schools: Health Sciences, Criminal Justice, Information Technology, Veterinary Technology, and Business. We now offer Degrees in health care management, surgical technology degrees, veterinary technology training, and more. Because of our growth and expansion we had out grown the name Indiana Business College.
We also had many questions about a physical therapy program. While we do not have a physical therapy program we do offer a therapeutic and clinical massage program.
Thank you again to all of you who came out to the Indiana Black Expo this weekend. If you would like more information on Harrison College you can visit our website at www.harrison.edu.
Thank you to everyone who came out to see our Harrison College booth yesterday. We were so excited to see so many people looking to advance their career with higher education. Don't forget that today starts the Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration.
We have some great give aways for you to check out. We are giving out koozies, cherry lip balm, mints, bags, and hand sanitizer. You can also enter to win 2 free VIP experience tickets to any concert of your choice at Verizon Wireless Music Center next summer!
Of course we always have tons of information for you about the programs and services we offer here at Harrison. We offer fashion merchandising courses, veterinary technology training, degrees in health care management, surgical technology degrees and much much more.
If you were unable to make it by yesterday, come and see us at the Harrison College booth today to register to win your free VIP experience at Verizon Wireless Music Center to any concert of your choice next summer.
Hello again everyone. Today is the big day. It's the first day of the Indiana Black Expo and today is the Career and Education Fair.
Harrison College is excited to offer this years participants the opportunity for career advancement through higher education. In order to make that a reality for the many people who may not be able to afford the full cost of higher education during this tough economic time we offer college tuition assistance, and the opportunity to apply for an online college scholarship.
When tough economic times hit many people look to further their education to increase their marketability. Harrison College can offer those people the personal assistance, and one on one attention they need to further their education.
Here at Harrison we offer many different programs and degrees in today's most in demand fields such as degrees in health care management, surgical technology degrees, veterinary technology training, fashion merchandising courses, and many more.
Come stop by the Harrison College booth today for more information.
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