About us
Orion Technical College, formerly Hamilton Technical College, has proudly provided high-quality technical and medical training to the Quad City area for over 50 years. Founded in 1969 as the Academy of Radio and Television (ART) in Bettendorf, IA, the college evolved to meet industry needs—expanding from broadcasting exam preparation to launching an Electronics program in 1978 and rebranding as Hamilton Technical College in 1980. The 1990s saw further growth with the introduction of a Medical Assisting Technology program, followed by Medical Billing and Coding in 2006.
To distinguish these fields, the college established the School of Technology (Electronics Engineering Technology) and the School of Allied Health (Medical Assisting and Medical Billing & Coding). In 2024, Orion Technical College further expanded its offerings by launching three Master’s programs in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, and Business Analytics, reinforcing its commitment to cutting-edge education and workforce readiness. Now located on Elmore Avenue in Davenport, IA, Orion continues to train skilled professionals to meet employer demands and shape the future of technology and healthcare.
Here you can focus on what's really important. Your future.
Orion offers select programs with online and hybrid-online delivery. Orion also proudly offers enrolled students a tuition lock-guarantee, free tutoring, employment search assistance, and much more. For complete information please contact the Orion Admissions team.
Interested in pursuing an advanced degree? Orion offers Masters Degrees in the tech field!
Artificial Intelligence Business Analytics Computer Science
Interested in pursuing a career in the tech industry? Train with Orion!
Electronics Engineering Technology Mechatronics
Interested in pursuing a career in the health industry? Train with Orion!
Medical Assisting Medical Billing and Coding
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Because of our accelerated programs you can spend less time in the classroom, and get to work sooner.
As an Orion Tech grad, you’ll have access to many resources during your job search including our Career Services Office where you can get assistance in your job search, resume building, and much more.
During your program, you’ll receive direct hands-on training to help prepare you for your career field. From drawing blood in MA courses, to testing circuits in EET, you’ll practice these invaluable career skills in the classroom.
Our courses are taught by professionals in the industry. Which can help you learn and develop the skills that are in-demand and highly sought after by employers in the field.
Orion proudly boasts small class sizes. This allows our students and instructors to connect easier to provide individualized assistance and 1-on-1 training opportunities.
We understand, it can be challenging to balance work, family, and school. We try to make it easier by offering classes during the day and evening.
Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC); recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE), NC-SARA for online distance education, and the Iowa Department of Education, as well as other regulatory agencies.
