Medical, Dental & Vet Programs at Carrington College’s Tucson Campus
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Carrington College Tucson, AZ
Carrington College’s Tucson campus provides hands-on medical training programs in southern Arizona, some of which can be completed in as few as 9 months. Our program offerings include Medical Assisting, Dental Assisting, Pharmacy Technology, Associate Degree in Nursing, Massage Therapy, Medical Billing and Coding, and Veterinary Assisting.
The campus is conveniently located just west of I-10 between Congress and St. Mary’s Road, close to public transportation. We serve Tucson and the surrounding communities, including Oro Valley, Vail, Catalina Foothills, Marana, and Dove Mountain.
Location Information
Carrington College, Tucson Campus
Location Hours
Monday – Thursday
7:30 AM – 10:00 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
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Healthcare Programs Available at Carrington College Tucson Campus
Pharmacy Technology
Students who want to help the public but prefer not to perform clinical tasks should consider our Pharmacy Technology program. Pharmacy technicians assist pharmacists in delivering medications to the public. They may work in a retail pharmacy like Walgreens or in an in-house pharmacy at medical facilities, among other work settings. (1) Complete your pharmacy technician training in as few as 9 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. (2) 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. Earn your Certificate of Achievement in as few as 9 months.
Registered Nursing
Carrington College’s Associate Degree in Nursing program in Tucson prepares students to coordinate patient care, educate patients and families about health conditions, and provide guidance and support across healthcare settings (3). Students develop practical skills through campus-based instruction in well-equipped laboratory environments designed to reflect realistic patient-care settings. They also have access to a Student Success Center and on-campus career, enrollment, registrar and financial services. The program can be completed in as few as 23 months and helps prepare graduates to pursue the NCLEX-RN examination and RN licensure*. It is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), with a most recent decision of Continuing Accreditation, and has full approval from the Arizona Board of Nursing.
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. (4) Our Medical Assisting program teaches students the skills for entry-level employment as a medical assistant, including how to take a patient’s vital signs, administer medication safely, record patient history, and schedule appointments. Earn your Certificate of Achievement in as few as 9 months.
Medical Billing and Coding
Carrington College’s Medical Billing and Coding program equips future medical secretaries with the specialized skills and knowledge to perform medical coding and manage insurance billing and claims processing. All coursework is delivered online, with the exception of an in-person externship completed at an approved healthcare facility. Students can earn a Certificate of Achievement or an associate degree in as few as 9-13 months.
Veterinary Programs Available at Carrington College Tucson
Veterinary Assisting
More interested in caring for furry patients than human ones? Carrington College’s Veterinary Assisting program might be the right choice for you. Vet assistants help feed and bathe animals, keep veterinary offices clean and sanitized, and generally assist other veterinary professionals. (5) Carrington College’s Veterinary Assisting program can be completed in as few as 9 months.
Why Choose the Tucson Campus?
Carrington College’s Tucson campus focuses on practical, hands-on training designed to prepare you for entry-level positions in your chosen career. Students learn in healthcare training labs designed to replicate real-world work environments, under the supervision of experienced faculty. Simulation-based learning adds another layer of training, allowing students to practice skills safely.
Our dedication to our students goes beyond the classroom. Carrington College’s Career & Student Services helps students prepare for employment with resume-building assistance, interview preparation, and opportunities to volunteer in their field.
Tucson Campus’ Career-Preparation Programs
Carrington College supports its career-focused programs in multiple ways, including:
Easy Student Access
Carrington College’s Tucson campus is easy to access. We’re just west of the I-10 between Congress and St. Mary’s Road on the other side of downtown. The campus is close to public transportation, including the #3, #21, and #22 bus lines and the Loop shuttle.
Modern Facilities
Our 26,000-square-foot campus offers a diverse learning environment, including classrooms featuring ceiling-mounted LCD projectors. The campus provides spaces designed to give students valuable hands-on training in realistic settings, including well-equipped Dental Assisting and Veterinary Assisting labs and a medical library equipped with reference materials, textbooks, and journals. Additionally, the Carrington College library website offers online resources and information on professional organizations.
Classrooms Geared for Learning
Campus classrooms include a simulation retail pharmacy laboratory, a digital imaging system for Dental Assisting students, and EKG machines, Autoclaves, and an Injection Arm Trainer for students in medical programs.
A Genuine College Experience
At the Carrington College Tucson campus, you’ll enjoy a small college experience where you can get the attention you deserve. Your instructor will know you by name and get to know you as a person. You will know what to expect from your career in the real world because many of our instructors bring practical working experience from their field into the classroom.
Frequently Asked Questions About Carrington College Tucson Campus
Resources:
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (n.d.). Pharmacy technicians. Occupational Outlook Handbook. U.S. Department of Labor. Retrieved July 20, 2026, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/pharmacy-technicians.htm
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (n.d.). Dental assistants. Occupational Outlook Handbook. U.S. Department of Labor. Retrieved July 20, 2026, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/dental-assistants.htm
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (n.d.). Registered nurses. Occupational Outlook Handbook. U.S. Department of Labor. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/registered-nurses.htm
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (n.d.). Medical assistants. Occupational Outlook Handbook. U.S. Department of Labor. Retrieved July 20, 2026, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/medical-assistants.htm
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (n.d.). Veterinary technologists and technicians. Occupational Outlook Handbook. U.S. Department of Labor. Retrieved July 20, 2026, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/veterinary-technologists-and-technicians.htm
*Carrington College prepares students to take appropriate certification and licensure exams related to their individual majors. The College does not guarantee students will successfully pass these exams or be certified or licensed due to completing the program.