ONLINE CAREER TRAINING DESIGNED TO HELP IMPROVE YOUR LIFE

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1 ONLINE CAREER TRAINING DESIGNED TO HELP IMPROVE YOUR LIFE

2 THE CHALLENGE Rising tuition costs College tuition is up 500% since 1985.* Ballooning student debt The college class of 2012 graduated with an average student loan debt of $29,400 and total debt rose by 6% a year between 2008 and 2012.** Skills gap for in-demand jobs The majority of careers experiencing the most growth require 2 years or less of education. 13 of the 20 fastest growing careers require 2 years or less of education. 19 of the 20 careers projected to generate the most new jobs require less than 2 years of education. Sources: * ** U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, Fastest Growing Occupations, U.S Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, Most New Jobs, 2

3 THE CAREER STEP SOLUTION GET IN GET OUT GET WORKING

4 GET IN: HIGH-GROWTH INDUSTRIES Largest industry in the nation 24% employment growth (2.8 million new jobs) expected between 2012 and 2022 HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION TECHNOLOGY Office and administrative support expects 7% employment growth (1.5 million new jobs) between 2012 and 2022 Highest number of jobs of all categories 7.4 million job openings considering 69% of job openings will be due to replacement needs Computer and Information Technology 18% employment growth (651,300 new jobs) expected between 2012 and

5 GET IN: IN-DEMAND CAREERS Pharmacy Technician Computer Technician Executive Assistant Medical Transcription Electronic Health Records Office Professional Medical Administrative Assistant Medical Coding and Billing Medical Billing 5

6 GET IN: AFFORDABLE TUITION Cost $35,572 Program Tuition Pharmacy Technician $1,995 $30,000 Electronic Health Records Office Professional $2,395 $20,000 Computer Technician $1,895 Executive Assistant $1,695 Medical Administrative Assistant $1,695 $10,000 $0 $2,400 $6,528 Career Step program 2 years at public instate school* 4 years at public instate school* Medical Billing $1,695 Medical Transcription $2,795 Medical Coding and Billing $2,795 *Source: 6

7 GET OUT: FAST TRACK TO GRADUATION Time (in months) Career Step Certificate Program Certificate* Associate Degree* Bachelor's Degree* *Source: 7

8 GET OUT: PERSONALIZED SUPPORT One-on-one access to instructors You ll have one-on-one access to experienced instructors by phone, , and chat every step of the way just like having your own private mentor. Placement help after graduation Turn your education into a job with the help of our experienced Graduate Advisors who provide resume reviews, interview tips, and job search advice.

9 GET WORKING: EARN CERTIFICATIONS Program Pharmacy Technician Electronic Health Records Office Professional Credential Preparation CPhT CMAA, CEHRS Computer Technician CompTIA A+ Executive Assistant Medical Administrative Assistant Medical Coding and Billing MOS Master CMAA CCA, CPC

10 GET WORKING: START A REAL CAREER Average Earnings $50,000 $50,000 $40,000 $30,430 $32,670 $32,670 $33,560 $34,650 $36,700 $40,196 $30,000 $20,000 $10,000 $0 Pharmacy Technician Medical Administrative Assistant Electronic Health Records Office Professional Executive Assistant Medical Transcription Medical Billing Medical Coding and Billing Computer Technician Sources: *U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics 10

11 TOP 5 REASONS TO CHOOSE CAREER STEP 1. Fast track to graduation These courses are designed to get you in, out, and working in less than a year. 2. Flexible, convenient online training The online format of the program lets you study on a schedule and at a pace that fits your life. 3. Career-specific education Choosing training with employer recommendations and certification preparation included to ensure you have the skills employers are looking for. 4. Placement help after graduation Our training programs include instructor support while you re studying as well as help turning your education into a job after graduation. 5. Affordable tuition For a fraction of the price of a 2 or 4-year degree, you can develop the skills you need to start a career. GET STARTED TODAY! CareerStep.com/getworking

12 APPENDIX

13 HEALTHCARE PROGRAMS Prepares students for the CPhT credential Includes an externship opportunity with Walgreens or CVS Pharmacy Utah State Board of Pharmacy approved Industry Growth: 32%, or 108,300 new jobs, by 2020* Earnings: $30,430/yr* Pharmacy Technician Approved by the Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity Trusted and preferred by over 700 employers nationwide Industry Growth: Employerreported shortage Earnings: $34,650/yr* Medical Transcription Electronic Health Records Office Professional Prepares students for the CEHRS and CMAA credentials Includes hands-on training on a government-certified EHR platform Industry Growth: 41%, or 210,200 new jobs, by 2020* Earnings: $32,670/yr* Used by a leading healthcare employer to cross-train their employees Includes hands-on training with standard medical billing forms Industry Growth: 21%, or 37,700 new jobs, by 2020* Earnings: $36,700/yr* Medical Billing Medical Coding and Billing Approved by the American Health Information Management Association Prepares students for the CCA and CPC credentials Industry Growth: 21%, or 37,700 new jobs, by 2020* Earnings: $40,196/yr** Sources: *U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics **Average earnings for entry-level, CCA-certified coders. American Health Information Management Association Salary Survey 13

14 TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS Approved by the Computer Technology Industry Association Prepares students for the CompTIA A+ certification Industry Growth: 18%, or 110,000 new jobs, by 2020* Earnings: $50,000/yr* Computer Technician Microsoft Office Available for 2007 or 2010 versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access Prepares students for the Microsoft Office Specialist certifications Sources: *U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics 14

15 ADMINISTRATION PROGRAMS Prepares students for the Microsoft Office Specialist Master credential Includes hands-on training with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Industry Growth: 12%, or 492,900 new jobs, by 2020* Earnings: $33,560/yr * Executive Assistant Medical Administrative Assistant Approved by the National Healthcareer Association Prepares students for the CMAA credential Industry Growth: 41%, or 210,200 new jobs, by 2020* Earnings: $32,670/yr* Sources: *U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics 15

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