South Coast College

About Us

We offer ideal facilities, resources and career-focused programs to help you gain the competitive edge employers look for. Our instructors are industry-proven professionals who care about helping you through every step of your educational journey.

Our friendly, student-oriented environment allows students to get one-on-one attention and academic guidance. Through classroom demonstrations, hands-on operation of equipment and by practicing on-the-job techniques in externships, our graduates are prepared to add value to their employers’ organizations the day they begin work.

We strive to help students from enrollment to graduation - even throughout the job hunt. Financial aid is available to those who qualify, and our advisors can help you through the admissions process.

Gain the career-focused skills, knowledge and technical proficiency needed for a great legal or medical career! South Coast College can help you get on the path to success. Request more information today!

With more than 45 years of experience, South Coast College is a leader in California court reporter training. We teach you all of the skills you need to pass the Certified Shorthand Reporter exam and begin a career in court reporting.

By training to become a court reporter with South Coast College, you can also qualify to work as a deposition reporter, a captionist for the television industry or even a congressional reporter. The career possibilities are endless!

If you want to be a valuable member of a professional healthcare team, the Medical Assisting certification program at South Coast College can prepare you for an exciting career in the in-demand medical field. South Coast College’s Medical Assisting graduates are qualified for employment in medical offices, clinics, hospitals and insurance billing offices. Our students leave with the career-focused knowledge needed for success, including how to:

* document transactions between physicians, the office staff and the patient to ensure appropriate and responsible care

* assist in patient care management

* perform administrative and clinical duties

* manage emergency situations, facilities and/or personnel

* display professionalism and provide effective instruction to patients

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, healthcare is one of the fastest-growing fields in the United States. South Coast College’s Medical Transcription training program provides career-focused training and a solid background for those interested in these in-demand careers.

Our Medical Transcription degree courses include general education requirements to give you the basics, as well as in-depth transcription courses that will prepare you for specific competencies in your career. Once you complete our Medical Transcription degree program, you will have a thorough understanding of:

* medical terminology

* technical demands of hospitals

* transcription agencies

* rapid data entry

Our Medical Transcription degree program concludes with an externship, providing you with real-world experience and invaluable hands-on training. Upon completion, you will have earned an Associate of Applied Science degree in Medical Transcription and will qualify for entry-level employment.

South Coast College provides one of the top Paralegal Studies training programs in California. Our main objective is to prepare students for careers as competent and capable paralegals.

By offering a range of classes from the core aspects of law down to the specifics of legal research and litigation, our graduates are able to work professionally in many paralegal career settings. Upon completion of our paralegal training program, you can pursue a career in several areas of law, from legal assisting and research to working in a law office, corporate legal department or government agency drafting legal memoranda or documents.

South Coast College offers more than just California paralegal training. Our Paralegal Studies program is offered both during the day and evening, so you have the convenience and flexibility to incorporate training around your busy schedule. Plus, your training includes an externship where you will put your skills to work in a real legal environment!