
How To Become A Medical Coder
December 11, 2019
Medical Coders are essential to the healthcare system. If you want to play an important role in this field and direct patient care does not interest you, this could be a good career path for you. At Empire College, we offer medical coding classes that give you the in-demand skills employers are looking for. […]
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Where To Take Medical Billing And Coding Classes
November 8, 2019
What is Medical Coding? Medical coders, sometimes called Medical Records and Health Information Technicians, play an important role in keeping data secure, organized, and accessible. They must learn the classification systems that allow doctors’ offices, hospitals, and insurance companies to access medical data. Why should I pursue Medical Billing and Coding? Healthcare workers are always […]
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How To Learn Medical Billing And Coding
October 15, 2019
Many careers in the field of healthcare are growing. As the population ages and as the field grows increasingly digital, Medical Records professionals are in-demand. The job outlook is strong; employment in the profession is expected to grow at 11% between now and 2028, which is much faster than the average for most professions.* These […]
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Finding a Career That Is Financially Viable and Fulfilling
September 23, 2019
Finding a Career That is Financially Viable and Fulfilling – Excerpt from Sheena McDermand-Toledo’s Commencement Address to the Class of 2018
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Carl Oeschger Brings Excellence to Business & Accounting Classes
September 18, 2019
Carl Oeschger is Empire’s 2019 “Educator of the Year.” Carl holds both a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a Diploma in Information Technology, and his diverse background enables him to teach in a wide range of disciplines. Empire students may know Carl from their human relations and accounting classes, or from their courses in […]
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Why Earn a Microsoft Office Specialist Certification?
September 16, 2019
In today’s job market, you need to do whatever you can to make yourself stand out from the competition. If you are underemployed, working several jobs to make ends meet, or just can’t find a satisfying career, a Microsoft Office Specialist Certification may help you rise above the crowd. At Empire College, we believe in this certification so much that we have made it part of the curriculum in our School of Business.
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Cybersecurity Training
September 11, 2019
Cybersecurity is one of the fastest growing industries in California, and for good reason. With so many of society’s systems now managed online, cybersecurity is more important than ever. Cybersecurity professionals are employed in a wide variety of industries, and the Bureau of Labor Statistics only projects their demand to grow. Below, we will discuss […]
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Basic Computer Security: Why Everyone Needs It
August 30, 2019
By Nathan Jackson, MCSA, A+, Network+, Linux+, Security+ –
As an IT professional, one of the things that I hear from people is: “I don’t have anything on my computer worth stealing so why do I need anti-virus? When I hear this I feel that they don’t understand their own worth and how easy it is to protect themselves.
So let’s look at what is stored on your computer/laptop/phone/tablet that someone else could take and sell to the wrong people.
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Financial Literacy Education at Empire
August 27, 2019
America Needs a Financial Education. Empire Students Take Action. True or False: Checking my credit score hurts my credit. If you’re not sure, you are in good company. The average American has over $5,500 in credit card debt, half have less than $10,000 saved for retirement, and not quite half of student loan borrowers are […]
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Position Yourself for Job Growth Opportunities
August 22, 2019
Feeling stuck in a career rut? Need a boost? Certificates and industry certifications are growing in popularity as a path to break into or advance in your career. And the good news is, with the low unemployment rate, companies are also looking for ways to retain their employees and help them advance. According to a […]
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Entry-Level IT Cybersecurity Jobs in Santa Rosa
August 20, 2019
Job titles in the IT cybersecurity field are not always cut and dry. In fact, many do not include the word “cybersecurity” at all. Below, we will discuss three common entry-level information technology cybersecurity jobs in Santa Rosa, along with how they help organizations protect their digital information. Network Administrators Many IT professionals begin […]
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Why You Should Consider a Career as a Paralegal
August 13, 2019
Have you ever had to interact with a paralegal? If you haven’t, chances are you may not understand what the profession does. Many use the term interchangeably with “attorney,” but there are actually major differences between the two. Whether you might need one in your future, or are considering a job in this career field, here are some important facts about paralegals.
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What Can You Do with a Cybersecurity Degree?
August 5, 2019
What You’ll Earn from Empire’s Cybersecurity Degree Program Graduates Empire’s cybersecurity program are awarded an Associate of Occupational Studies in Information Technology with a concentration in Cybersecurity. This concentration prepares graduates for a variety of certifications, including: CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) CompTIA PenTest+ CompTIA A+ Technician CompTIA Network+ CompTIA Security+ Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) in […]
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The Power of Saying Thank You
July 31, 2019
“I chose her because I think she will be the perfect fit for our department. I was very impressed with her, the interview went well, and I chose her over a seasoned MA so that says a lot for her! I think the deal breaker was the email she sent to say THANK YOU for […]
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Certifications: Why Should You Get Them?
July 25, 2019
By Brandan Merrick, A+, Network+, MCP, MCSA –
All of our IT students here at Empire College know we push to get your certifications while you are in school. Today I’m going to address some of the questions you may have about why we do this.
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Cybersecurity Classes
July 22, 2019
What Do You Learn in Empire’s Cybersecurity Courses? A background in cybersecurity offers many benefits. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, careers in information security are projected to grow by 28 percent between 2016 and 2026. This is much faster than the average job growth of 7 percent. And while the national median salary […]
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Empire College Partners with CompTIA
June 27, 2019
Empire Launches D.o.D. Approved Cybersecurity Courses If you’re looking for an exciting career defending computer networks from hacking, along with good job growth and pay, there is now a unique, hands-on training option in the North Bay. Empire College has partnered with The Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA), a non-profit trade association issuing professional certifications for the […]
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Cybersecurity Job Outlook
June 24, 2019
Job future in cybersecurity: Santa Rosa’s Empire College instructor talks need for certified workers Those who want to make a living defending computer networks from hackers will have a new way to be certified to do so. Santa Rosa-based Empire College has announced it is partnering with The Computing Technology Industry, a nonprofit trade association, […]
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Advantages of Earning a Specialized Degree in Sonoma County
June 20, 2019
When deciding on a college to attend, there are many factors to consider. Most prospective students make a “pros and cons” list to help make sense of such a huge decision. It can be tempting to look at a university farther away – the idea of building an exciting life outside of Sonoma County. However, staying local holds many benefits for one’s future.
There are financial advantages to already being in Sonoma County – if you are able to stay local, you can save yourself the stress of long-distance travel or dorm fees. Staying in Sonoma County also means possible qualification for local or community grants. From the Community Foundation of Sonoma County, for example, the Michael F. O’Donnell Memorial Scholarship Fund offers a $2,500 scholarship to a law student from Sonoma County.
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The Future is Bright in Information Technology
June 14, 2019
Benefits of getting your IT certification Information technology certificates are growing in popularity as a path to break into or advance in the highly competitive California tech sector. With an impressive job outlook, lucrative salaries and a slew of added benefits; job seekers are continuing to migrate to the Bay Area in hopes of landing […]
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Become a White Hat Hacker
June 12, 2019
What You Should Know Before Pursuing a Career in Ethical Hacking To many, white hat hacking is somewhat of a mysterious phrase. Yet, even if you’re not quite sure what white hat hackers do, you probably know that they’re growing in popularity — particularity in California. This means that it’s an excellent time to […]
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Communities and Networking
May 28, 2019
By Brandan Merrick, A+, Network+, MCP, MCSA – One of the things we encourage our students to do here at Empire College is to set up a LinkedIn account and connect with their teachers and fellow students. Why do we do this? Because networking is a very useful tool for your career. This is true […]
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Why a Career in Medical Billing and Coding?
May 23, 2019
4.7 Million Reasons Why a Career in Medical Billing and Coding Is Awesome Reason #12: Diagnostic Coding The following are actual, no kidding, valid codes. Exhibit A: Initial contact with flying horses (W31.81xA)Exhibit B: Knitting Y93.D1xA in a prison courtyard (Y92.147)Exhibit C: Assault by poisoning with the venom of a Portuguese Man O’ War […]
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Empire College Expands Paralegal Faculty
May 22, 2019
Santa Rosa, CA—Empire College recently named Laura Krieg, CP as the Legal Department Head of the School of Business. In addition, Nina Cooney, ACP and Eric Young, Esq. have joined the faculty. Laura Krieg, who has been a member of the Empire College School of Business legal faculty since 2010, has worked at various law […]
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Faculty Profile: Alyson Brisco, Medical Instructor
April 9, 2019
Fourteen years ago I was sitting on this stage, excited to be graduating, but also a little terrified to be graduating. I had done it. I made it through all of my classes and now it was time to go out and apply everything I had learned. Sitting there though, my mind started to wander. “Would I get a job? Would I remember how to do all of those procedures I’d learned? Will they have a computer system I know? Will I actually use the math I had to learn?” – “Oh my goodness! Wait! What is the speaker saying? Pay attention Alyson. Oh, please, don’t let me fall when it’s my turn to walk across the stage.”
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Empire Students Attend RSA Security Conference
March 20, 2019
On March 5, 2019, Empire College’s IT Department made its yearly field trip to the Moscone Center in San Francisco for the world’s largest IT security conference. Once again, the conference expanded as the need for IT security grows and more companies are looking to fill the security needs of organizations that have suffered data […]
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Free Tax Service at Empire College
March 7, 2019
Why is filing our tax return so cumbersome for most of us? A main contributor is that there are so many variables to consider. Whether it’s cross-referencing receipts for deductions, updating your marital status, or claiming a dependent for the first time. The process is overwhelming and lends the potential for individuals to choose the […]
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Free Tax Preparation in Sonoma County
February 14, 2019
Sonoma County Residents Turn Out for Free Tax Preparation Filing taxes is no favorite chore for a winter day, or any day for that matter. But for Christina Andrade of Santa Rosa, the experience Saturday morning was not so burdensome. She was one of more than 60 local residents who were able to get their […]
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Empire College’s Field Trip to DriveSavers
October 29, 2018
The Empire College IT Department learned the importance of backing up data, disaster recovery, teamwork and, of course, people skills during their recent field trip to DriveSavers in Novato. DriveSavers is a company that specializes in data recovery and forensics. DriveSavers restores and recovers data from inoperable hard drives, flash drives, tablets and cell phones. […]
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Mary O’Brien Named 2018 Financial Aid Professional of the Year
October 15, 2018
Empire College’s Director of Financial Aid Mary O’Brien has been named the 2018 Norma Ford Financial Aid Professional of the Year. The Norma Ford Award is presented by the California Association of Private Postsecondary Schools to an excellent financial aid professional in honor of CAPPS financial aid trainer and board member Norma Ford who passed […]
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Empire Paralegal Graduate Awarded Nation’s Top Honor for Community Service
August 8, 2018
Congratulations to Empire College paralegal graduate Andrea Hernandez Dominguez, who has received national recognition from the White House for her volunteer service of more than 100 hours as a legal translator at the Sonoma County Small Claims Advisory Clinic. As the second-ever Empire College recipient of the President’s Volunteer Service Award, she was recently presented […]
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Empire Instructor Named Paralegal of the Year
May 8, 2018
A wonderful piece of news recently arrived in our mailbox! Empire College instructor Deborah Cain has been named Paralegal of the Year by the Redwood Empire Association of Paralegals (REAP)! Her name will be submitted to CAPA (California Alliance of Paralegal Associations) where she will be honored at the next statewide conference and will be up for possibly winning CAPA’s Paralegal of the Year award.
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National Public Defender Week – March 18-24, 2018
March 14, 2018
By Professor Kathleen Pozzi, Sonoma County Public Defender Sunday, March 18th, marks the 55th anniversary of Gideon v. Wainwright, and the third nationwide celebration of Public Defense week. The Law Office of the Sonoma County Public Defender is joining forces with National, State and County wide public defense offices and other indigent defense organizations to […]
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Explore a Career in Public Law
March 5, 2018
Ever wondered what a career in the public law sector is really like? Professors Holly Rickett (Deputy County Counsel for the County of Sonoma) and Kathleen Pozzi (Sonoma County’s Public Defender) have organized a complimentary panel discussion for students, applicants, and new lawyers to explore careers in public service on Tuesday, March 13, 2018, from […]
Read MoreEmpire College UPDATE – Classes Restart Tomorrow, 10/17/17
October 16, 2017
To everyone in our amazing Empire College community: Over the weekend, we attempted to call every student to ensure that they were safe and to ask about when they could return to school. The overwhelming response from the students we talked to was that they wanted to be back in their classes. Based on this […]
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Summer 2017 Edition of The Empire Writes Back Newsletter
September 22, 2017
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September 19, 2017
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