Career Training at Carrington’s San Jose Campus

Available Programs

Medical & Dental Programs |

Veterinary Programs

Campus Information

5883 Rue Ferrari, Suite 125

San Jose,

95138

(408) 960-0161

Campus Hours

Monday – Thursday
8:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Admissions Hours

Monday – Thursday
9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Dental Hygiene Clinic Hours

Learn More About Our Dental Hygiene Clinic
Monday - Thursday
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM*
*Appointment times may vary, please contact the clinic for more information.

Practical Nursing / Vocational Nursing

There are multiple levels of nursing careers, but for those looking to help patients and enter the workforce quickly, vocational nursing is an option. Licensed practical nurses (LPNs), or licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) hold an entry-level nursing career that takes less time than registered nursing. In California, this career is called licensed vocational nursing. LVNs provide basic patient care under the supervision of RNs and doctors. Carrington’s Vocational Nursing program takes as few as 12 months.

Medical Assisting

Medical assistants are a vital part of any healthcare office, completing administrative and clinical tasks in the offices of physicians, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities. A medical assistant may take a patient’s vital signs, record a patient’s history and personal information, and schedule appointments. Learn more about the Medical Assisting program.

Pharmacy Technology

As another option for those who want to interact with the public daily, but who may not want to perform clinical tasks, our Pharmacy Technology program provides a comprehensive education for those who want to work as a pharmacy technician. Pharmacy technicians assistant pharmacists in delivering medications to the public. A pharmacy technician may work in a retail pharmacy like Walgreens or in an in-house pharmacy at medical facilities, among other work settings. Complete your pharmacy technician training in as few as nine months.

Surgical Technology

Prepare to enter the operating room with Carrington’s Surgical Technology program in San Jose. Surgical technologists—sometimes called operating room assistants—help prepare patients for surgery, drape patients before procedures, prep equipment, and generally assist surgeons as they operate. Surgical technology training can be completed in as little as 15 months.

Dental Assisting

Dental assistants help hygienists and dentists with routine procedures like passing instruments and sterilizing equipment, and may work to make patients more comfortable as they visit a dental office. Carrington College’s Dental Assisting program includes classes on anatomy, physiology, and radiography, dental sealants and procedures, as well as front office duties and patient care.

Dental Hygiene

During routine office visits, a patient may spend the majority of their time with a dental hygienist. Dental hygienists remove plaque and tartar, polish teeth, and help train patients on good oral health. Students in the Carrington College Dental Hygiene program gain the skills and knowledge to provide comprehensive dental hygiene care. Instruction helps students develop professional communication skills with patients, colleagues and the public, as well as knowledge of ethical standards and professional behavior.

Veterinary Technology

Veterinary technicians work with veterinarians and vet assistants to care for animals in both routine and emergency settings. Vet techs may draw blood, check vitals, administer medications, and communicate with an animal’s owner. You can earn an Associate Degree and prepare for the Veterinary Technician National Examination* in as few as 19 months at our Veterinary Technology program.

Train for a Career at Carrington College

San Jose Campus’ Career-Preparation Programs

Easy Student Access

Carrington College’s San Jose college campus provides hands-on training in a number of medical programs in California. Carrington College’s San Jose campus is centrally located just east of the 101 and north of CA SR-85. Just take the Silicon Valley Blvd exit north off the 101 to Rue Ferrari. Turn left on Rue Ferrari and you’re there!

Modern Facilities

Our 48,800-square-foot San Jose college campus includes classrooms with ceiling‐mounted LCD projectors, a student success center equipped with reference materials, textbooks and journals, a learning laboratory and a dedicated computer laboratory.

Classrooms Geared for Learning

The facilities also include a 24‐chair dental hygiene clinic, a six‐chair radiology lab, a four‐chair dental assisting lab, an eight‐bed vocational nursing lab, a professional veterinary technology surgery lab and surgical technology lab, a medical billing and coding lab, and 20 lecture/laboratories.

A Genuine College Experience

Between classes, there are plenty of resources and places to study. The San Jose college campus has a student lounge, a staff copy center, a staff lounge and student finance kiosks. The campus has 23 administrative offices offering a variety of student services including enrollment services, career services, and student finance.

“Creating a campus culture that supports and promotes satisfied, successful and job ready students has and always will be my priority. Campus leadership is my passion and getting to know students and helping them reach their potential is what drives me. It is all about the campus and the people – staff, faculty, and students – that is why I love coming to work every day.”

Melissa Ryan

Campus Director

Carrington College, San Jose

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Teaching Pharmacy Technology: Annamae Anderson’s Path of Perseverance

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Carrington San Jose 2020 Graduate Entered her Life with Challenges That Helped Shape her into the Medical Assistant she is Today

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San Jose Campus Announces Winner of Video Challenge

12 Reasons a Career as a Dental Hygienist Could be Right for You

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Career Training at Carrington’s San Jose Campus

Available Programs

Campus Information

Campus Hours

Admissions Hours

Dental Hygiene Clinic Hours

Practical Nursing / Vocational Nursing

Medical Assisting

Pharmacy Technology

Surgical Technology

Dental Assisting

Dental Hygiene

Veterinary Technology

Train for a Career at Carrington College

San Jose Campus’ Career-Preparation Programs

Easy Student Access

Modern Facilities

Classrooms Geared for Learning

A Genuine College Experience

Stories from Carrington, San Jose

The Vital Nature of Vital Signs: What Medical Assistants Need to Know About Monitoring Patients

Effective Patient Communication Strategies for Dental Assistants

From Classroom to Clinic: The Journey of the Medical Assisting Student

Teaching Pharmacy Technology: Annamae Anderson’s Path of Perseverance

Spreading Holiday Cheer: Carrington College Campuses Embrace Community Service

Carrington San Jose 2020 Graduate Entered her Life with Challenges That Helped Shape her into the Medical Assistant she is Today

Discover Compounding in our Pharmacy Technology Program

What Does a Dental Assistant Do?

San Jose Campus Announces Winner of Video Challenge

12 Reasons a Career as a Dental Hygienist Could be Right for You

WANT TO LEARN MORE?

Request Information

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