We both understood what we were going through when we were cramming for big tests. For Jose Garcia, returning to school never entered his mind until his wife encouraged him to give it a try. He received his certificate as a Pharmacy Technician in October and now works at an area Safeway. Swanson got a two-year associate degree as a respiratory therapist from PIMA after watching her son, born three months prematurely, thrive as a result of the care he received. Swanson works as a registered therapist at St. Joseph's Hospital.
Classes start year-round.
Financial aid is available to eligible students and PIMA provides lifetime job placement assistance. Two-year associate's degrees include Opthalmic Medical Technician, Radiology Technologist and Respiratory Therapist. Certificate programs include Dental Assistant, Extended Duties Dental Assistant Medical Assistant, Medical Secretary, Ophthalmic Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Physical Therapy Aide and Veterinary Assistant.