Columbia, South Carolina College

We understand that a traditional degree from a four-year college in Columbia, South Carolina may not be right for everyone. Yet, many adults who are juggling the demands of work and family still want to earn a diploma or degree. Remington College in Columbia remains dedicated to helping those individuals achieve their career goals and realize their dreams. ⁽¹⁾

Remington College offers diploma programs in Cosmetology, Medical Assisting, and Medical Billing and Coding at our Columbia, SC college campus.

About Our Columbia College

Our Columbia college campus has the distinction of being the newest of all the Remington College campuses. You can see it in the new classrooms, labs and Salon at Remington – and you can feel it in the energy and enthusiasm provided of the staff and students.

Remington College invested $2.6 million to turn a former Office Max building into a modern college campus. The campus held its grand opening in 2009.

Our campuse's small class sizes may allow college students more time with their course instructors. Our experienced and professional faculty can help mentor students. And our career-relevant education programs and hands-on training can help prepare graduates for entry-level jobs in a variety of career exciting fields. ⁽¹⁾

Our college in Columbia, South Carolina offers diploma programs that can be completed in as few as 9 months, with some classes available both day and evening.⁽²⁾ We provide opportunities for people who want to get the college education and career training they need in order to pursue the job they want. ⁽¹⁾

College Diploma Programs:

• Cosmetology Training Program

  Our college diploma program in Cosmetology offers specialized, real-world training in such areas as safety and sanitation, state rules and regulations, skin care, nail care and related diseases and disorders, hair treatments, hair shaping, hair styling, chemical reformation and application, hair coloring, hair lightening, cosmetology sales, and management. Students at our Columbia, South Carolina campus can gain the skills and knowledge they need to qualify for their state Cosmetology license⁽³⁾ and apply for entry-level work in a salon or spa.⁽¹⁾

• Medical Assistant Training Program

  Students in the Medical Assisting college diploma program at our Columbia, South Carolina campus work closely with experienced medical assistants to train in a clinical setting, develop professional standards, assist patients, and help manage the health care office. Graduates should be prepared for entry-level positions in patient care, performing such tasks as collecting samples and specimens, taking vital signs, and conducting routine medical office tasks. ⁽¹⁾

• Medical Billing Training Program

  Students in the Medical Billing and Coding Diploma Program at our Columbia, South Carolina campus are trained to work with health-related information and the systems used to collect, process, store, retrieve, and communicate medical billing and coding data. In as few as 9 months, our graduates should have the skills and training they need to prepare for entry-level positions as medical billers and coders in a medical facility or related health care setting. ⁽¹⁾

Our Commitment to Our Students' Higher Education

Our commitment to students and graduates continues outside of our Columbia, South Carolina classrooms with our Career Services Department. Our Career Services office was designed to help our college graduates find and apply for jobs, finalize their resumes, prepare for job interviews, and connect with potential Columbia employers.⁽¹⁾

Actively Involved in the Students' Community

Community involvement is a priority at all Remington College campuses. Being the "new kid on the block," we're just getting started with our community projects, but we have big things in store in the Midlands area of South Carolina.

Our Columbia college has collected toys for the Palmetto Project to help families during the holidays. We'll be holding blood drives and providing complimentary back-to-school haircuts for kids through our "Cuts for Kids" program. We're proud of the community that we're a part of - and we have made it a priority to give back.

Remington College in Columbia is located at 607 Bush River Rd. Columbia, SC 29210. The campus is close to both Interstate 26 and Interstate 20.

We encourage prospective students to start working toward turning their career dreams into reality by getting the education that they need. We invite them to contact an admissions representative for more information today.

Accredited Columbia College

Remington College – Columbia Campus is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). The Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.