Medical Assistant Training

Medical Assistant Training

medical assistant If you are considering working as a medical assistant then you can look forward to a lot of choice in the locations you work, and a lot of variety on the work that you do.

All kinds of medical practices need good assistants to keep things running smoothly.

Physicians, podiatrists, and chiropractors are just some of the health care professionals who offer medical assistant jobs. You will need some skills in admin and office management.

As a medical assistant you would maintain patient records, handle insurance claims, take telephone calls, make appointments, and keep financial records, among many other tasks. Depending on the rules in the state you worked in, you might also help out with some aspects of patient care. In smaller practices you are very likely to combine admin and basic clinical work.

Medical Assistant Training and Qualifications

Naturally you want to compete for the best medical assistant jobs. The best way to do this is to undertake a formal instruction program. You can choose between a one-year program, leading to a certificate, and a two-year program, leading to an associate degree in medical assisting.

Your courses will combine the normal subjects required for office work (word-processing, basic accounting, record-keeping, correspondence) with courses designed to raise your knowledge of medical terminology, insurance claims, and working with patients.

Job Outlook

Medical assistant jobs are rapidly increasing in number. If you have a certificate or degree to show your future employer, then you will find no shortage of opportunities to work as a medical assistant in a variety of healthcare locations. Your job opportunities will be enhanced if you can demonstrate training in both administrative and medical skills, and out-patient departments in particular will be a fertile source of future employment for a medical assistant.

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Medical Assistant Training

Aakers Business College

Aakers Business College

Aakers offers career training that is designed to provide you with maximum job placement potential in a short amount of time. Graduate in as soon as 9 months or earn your 2 year degree! Financial Aid is available to those who qualify.

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Akron Institute

Akron Institute

Choose your future as a Dental Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Medical Biller and Insurance Coder.

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American Career College

American Career College

American Career College is one of the largest and most respected training schools in the country. American Career College has helped thousands of students start rewarding careers in short intensive programs.

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American Institute of Technology

American Institute of Technology

Ready for an exciting and rewarding career? Look no further than the American Institute of Health Technology. AIHT can give you the training you need to be a healthcare professional.

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Antonelli College

Antonelli College

Antonelli College has a wide range of programs to meet your needs, such as Medical Coding, Health Unit Coordinating, and Medical Transcription.

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Apollo College

Apollo College

Apollo has helped over 45,000 graduates realize their dream of a career in healthcare. Now it's your turn.

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Berkeley College

Berkeley College

Berkeley College offers higher education in programs like AAS in Health Services Administration & Medical Insurance, Billing, and Coding. These programs are designed to deliver the knowledge and skills employers are looking for.

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Berks Technical Institute

Berks Technical Institute

Look no further than Berks Technical Institute to give you the training you need to excel in Health Care. Berks Technical Institute offers courses on Medical Assistant and Professional Massage Therapist.

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Blue Cliff College

Blue Cliff College

You're just a degree away from a rewarding career in Massage Therapy. Blue Cliff College is an accredited school offering massage programs at its campuses in Louisiana and Mississippi.

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Bradford School of Business

Bradford School of Business

Bradford School of Business has a stellar reputation for preparing students just like you for a rewarding career in Healthcare.

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Bradford School

Bradford School

Choose either the 10 month diploma program or the 14 month Associate degree program, and receive hands-on training in skills needed by most hospitals, clinics, and physician's offices.

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Branford Hall Career Institute

Branford Hall Career Institute

Branford Hall Institue offers career-focused education programs leading to careers in massage therapy, health claims, and medical billing.

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Briarcliffe College

Briarcliffe College

Briarcliffe College offers an associate degree in Office Technologies, with a concentration in Administration.

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Brookdale Community College

Brookdale Community College

Brookdale Community College’s Scope Center has launched a Medical Coding program. Earn your medical coding certificate in just 38 weeks.

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CDI College

CDI College

Get the real-world training you need to build a better career at CDI College. Choose from morning, afternoon and evening classes at one of many community-based locations across Canada.

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CDM Institute

CDM Institute

Earn a Certificate in Medical Billing, Coding, & Office Administration from CDM Institute.

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CEI

CEI

At CEI, experienced instructors can help you build and develop the skills you'll need to begin working in a medical office as a Medical Administrative Assistant.

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CLC

CLC

Enhanced career training is a big step for many of us, but it's easier to get started than you think! Let California Learning Center show you how!

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California College San Diego

California College San Diego

The road to success road starts with our high-value, accelerated programs in business, healthcare, or technology.

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Central Pennsylvania College

Central Pennsylvania College

Offers a Bachelor of Science Degree program in Business Administration's Healthcare Administration concentration, which prepares students for administrative and strategic planning positions in all branches of the healthcare industry.

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Clayton College of Natural Health

Clayton College of Natural Health

Clayton College of Natural Health offers several degree programs tailored to provide the necessary skills and knowledge to become a naturopath, a natural health consultant or to integrate natural health methods into an existing healthcare practice.

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College of Westchester

College of Westchester

Offers Associate and Certificate programs that prepare students for careers as Medical Billers, Coders, Collectors, or Insurance Specialists.

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CollegeAmerica

CollegeAmerica

Some of the fastest growing employment opportunities are in hospitals, clinics, and physical therapy facilities. Medical Specialists are in demand across the country, and you can choose to work for a surgeon, pediatrician, or a general practitioner.

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Colorado Technical University

Colorado Technical University

Work. Family. Life. College degree? With Colorado Technical University Online, you really can do it all. Offers Associate degrees in Health Information Technology and Medical Assisting.

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Computer Career Institute at Johns Hopkins University

Computer Career Institute at Johns Hopkins University

The Computer Career Institute at Johns Hopkins University has helped prepare our graduates for successful careers by providing them with intensive, hands-on instructor led training in state-of-the-art facilities.

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Court Reporting Institute

Court Reporting Institute

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DeVry University

DeVry University

DeVry's Health Information Technology program prepares graduates to work with applications systems and manage electronic health information databases.

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Dover Business College

Dover Business College

Launch or advance your career with Dover Business College. Dover provides students with a superior level of specialized knowledge and skills that result in increased employment opportunities. Choose one of our two (Dover and Paramus, New Jersey) campuses.

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ECPI College of Technology

ECPI College of Technology

ECPI allows you to earn an accredited Associate of Applied Science Degree in Health Sciences 100% online. Gain the skills you need for various health-care related fields including medical transcriptionist, medical billing and coding specialists, medical o

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ECPI Technical College

ECPI Technical College

ECPI allows you to earn an accredited Associate of Applied Science Degree in Health Sciences 100% online. Gain the skills you need for various health-care related fields including medical transcriptionis & medical office managers.

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Everest College

Everest College

Develop the skills to succeed in today’s highly competitive business environment. Everest College can prepare you for a rewarding career in some of today’s hottest fields.

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Everest Institute

Everest Institute

Take your career to a whole new level with training from Everest Institute. Programs are available in business, healthcare, or legal studies.

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Florida Career College

Florida Career College

Florida Career College offers degrees, diplomas, and certifications in some of today's most in-demand fields, such as Health and Information Technology.

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Florida Metropolitan University

Florida Metropolitan University

At Florida Metropolitan University, you can get a higher education designed to meet the demands of employers in some of today’s hottest fields.

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Florida Technical College

Florida Technical College

Florida Technical College offers associate degree programs and diploma programs in healthcare related fields, such as Medical Assisting and Medical Administration. And you can earn your degree in as little as 18 months.

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Fox College

Fox College

As a Medical Assistant, you'll participate in a rewarding, highly respected field providing assistance to doctors and nurses. You can be trained to provide crucial skills in a medical office or clinical environment.

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Globe College

Globe College

Globe College offers Associate and Diploma programs in several areas, including Veterinary Technology, Massage Therapy, and Medical Administration

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Hagerstown Business College

Hagerstown Business College

At Hagerstown Business College you can train for one of many satisfying careers in just a matter of months. Our programs are designed with your future in mind.

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Hamilton College

Hamilton College

Hamilton College's medical training programs are designed to prepare students with the knowledge, technical skills, and work habits required for an entry-level position in medical or optometry offices, outpatient clinic, or hospital environment

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Harris School

Harris School

Harris School offers career-focused education that gives you the skills you need to make the leap into your new career.

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Herzing College Online

Herzing College Online

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Herzing College

Herzing College

With Associate and Diploma programs in a variety of medical fields, Herzing College is focused on providing students with marketable skills that will help them attain their career objectives.

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Hesser College

Hesser College

Hesser College is an institution of higher education offering quality programs that integrate general education, professional skills and career-focused education to empower students to develop and achieve their personal and career potentials.

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ICT College

ICT College

Earn a degree at ICT College and benefit from a diverse learning environment that emphasizes both personal and professional skill development for career success.

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Illinois School of Health Careers

Illinois School of Health Careers

Look no further than Illinois School of Health Careers to give you the training you need to excel in Health Care. At Illinois School of Health Careers, you can get the training you need to become a valuable employee in Health Care!

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Indiana Business College

Indiana Business College

At Indiana Business College, you can acquire the skills that are critical for success in today's highly competitive healthcare job market. Choose from medical training programs such as Medical Transcription, Medical Records Technology, Therapeutic Massage

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International Business College

International Business College

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Kaplan Career Institute

Kaplan Career Institute

Kaplan Career Institute provides affordable, career-focused programs designed to meet the demands of your busy life. Choose from flexible day or evening classes.

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Keiser University eCampus Online

Keiser University eCampus Online

Keiser University Online offers degrees in fields that are in high demand and provides job placement assistance to all its students and alumni. We research trends for growing fields and tailor our curriculum to prepare students for entry and advancement t

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King's College

King's College

As a Medical Assistant, you'll participate in a rewarding, highly respected field providing assistance to doctors and nurses. Choose from a 10-month diploma program or 14-month degree program.

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Las Vegas College

Las Vegas College

Move your career forward with training from Las Vegas College. Choose from courses in business, healthcare, alternative medicine, and legal studies.

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Lincoln College of Technology

Lincoln College of Technology

Lincoln College of Technology provides career-focused, hands-on training programs with industry experienced instructors. Get the skills for a rewarding in-demand career.

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Lincoln Tech

Lincoln Tech

The experienced instructors at Lincoln Tech can help you build and develop the skills you'll need to begin working in the health care field. Choose from Medical Administrative Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, or Medical Assistant training programs.

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Maric College

Maric College

Maric College offers a wide variety of program options for students looking to get into the healthcare field. Below is a list of the options you can study at Maric College.

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Medical Careers Institute

Medical Careers Institute

A degree from Medical Careers Institute prepares you for success in healthcare. Choose between day and evening classes taught in MCI's state-of-the-art teaching labs.

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Minneapolis Business College

Minneapolis Business College

As a Medical Assistant, you'll participate in a rewarding, highly respected field providing assistance to doctors and nurses. Choose from the 10-month diploma program or 14-month degree program.

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Minnesota School of Business

Minnesota School of Business

Minnesota School of Business offers Associate and Diploma programs in several areas, including Veterinary Technolgy, Massage Therapy, Cosmetology and Medical Administration.

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Missouri College

Missouri College

Missouri College offers exciting degree programs in Medical Massage Science, Health Care Management, Dental Office Administration and more.

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National Institute of Technology

National Institute of Technology

Start on the road to a brighter future with quality, job-relevant career training at the National Institute of Technology. Programs designed to fit your busy schedule.

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National School of Technology

National School of Technology

Advance your career or begin a new one with quality, job-relevant training from National School of Technology. Choose from many convenient Florida locations.

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New England Institute of Technology

New England Institute of Technology

New England Institute of Technology in Rhode Island is an accredited school offering tech focused degrees in 28 fields of study.

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Ohio Institute of Photography and Technology

Ohio Institute of Photography and Technology

Ohio Institute of Photography and Technology focuses on providing career training in diverse areas such as healthcare, multimedia, photography, criminal justice and graphic design.

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PC AGE

PC AGE

Earn more than four-year college graduates after only 8 months. PC AGE trains students just like you for lucrative careers in Information Technology and Web Design & Development

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Pennsylvania Institute of Technology

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology offers health care programs to help service the growing need for skilled professionals in this field. These health programs are designed to prepare students for entry level positions in their field of study.

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Pioneer Pacific College

Pioneer Pacific College

Pioneer Pacific offers a wide range of degree and diploma programs to prepare individuals to work in the health care field, including Medical Assisting and Healthcare Administration.

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Pittsburgh Technical Institute

Pittsburgh Technical Institute

Prepare yourself to enter the work force with a career-focused curriculum that's designed to give you the skills employers demand. Visit Pittsburgh Technical Institute and discover the career opportunities available to you with a degree in Medical Office

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Platt College

Platt College

Turn your talents into a career. Nationally recognized and accredited Platt College offers degree programs in Medical, Graphic Design, Multimedia, IT Networking and Paralegal.

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Rasmussen College

Rasmussen College

You deserve a better career and a better life. Rasmussen College in Minnesota can help you get both. Earn a career-track degree in as little as 9 months.

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Remington College

Remington College

Enhance your marketable skill set quickly with Remington College. As a student, you will have access to focused classes and a team of career placement professionals.

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Sanford-Brown College

Sanford-Brown College

If you're interested in a school that can prepare you for the working world,come to Sanford-Brown College. Healthcare is one of today's fastest growing careers, and there's plenty of room for you!

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Sanford-Brown Institute

Sanford-Brown Institute

Get everything you need for the healthcare career you want. Sanford-Brown Institute’s programs allow you to complete your certificate program in as little as 9 months or your specialized associate program in as little as 18 months. Learn more today.

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Schuylkill Institute of Business & Technology

Schuylkill Institute of Business & Technology

At Schuylkill Institute of Business & Technology, you'll discover a school committed to you and your success. Our approach to learning is based on the belief that students learn best when they're treated as individuals.

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Seacoast Career School

Seacoast Career School

Seacoast Career School makes it easy to succeed. Benefit from flexible class schedules, career-focused skills training, an externship program, and placement professionals who work diligently with every student until they are employed.

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Southwest Florida College

Southwest Florida College

In the next few years, the medical field will have nearly 3 million job openings. Southwest Florida College can give you the education you need to get one of those jobs.

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Stevens-Henager College

Stevens-Henager College

Some of the fastest growing employment opportunities are inhospitals,clinics, and physical therapy facilities. Medical Specialists are in demand across the country, and you can choose to work for a surgeon, pediatrician, or a general practitioner.

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Suburban Technical School

Suburban Technical School

It's not too late for the job you want. Suburban Technical School can give you the skills you need to for the career you deserve. Offers the Medical Assistant Certificate.

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Sullivan University

Sullivan University

Nearly 3 million jobs will be opening up in the medical industry over the next few years. Get the training you need from schools in the Sullivan University System. Offering a variety of medical specialties including Surgical Technology and Medical Office

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TESST College of Technology

TESST College of Technology

TESST College of Technology of Alexandria, VA, provides career-based programs to students wishing to work in the healthcare field, offering Massage Therapy, Medical Assistant, and Pharmacy Technician certificates.

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TechSkills - Medical

TechSkills - Medical

TechSkills provides comprehensive training for rewarding medical careers in medical coding and billing, transcription or medical records office administration.

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Technology Education College

Technology Education College

Technology Education College offers a variety of technical programs for qualified students. For those interested in the healthcare field, Technology Education College offers Medical Assisting and Pharmacy Technician training programs.

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The Chubb Institute

The Chubb Institute

The Chubb Institute provides hands-on, comprehensive training to help students develop the career skills they need in a short amount of time.

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The Cittone Institute

The Cittone Institute

The Cittone Institute® has provided students like you with the technical skills needed to succeed. We help you build and develop the skills for working in a medical office in the health care specialties of Therapeutic Massage, Medical Assisting, or Pharma

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The Salter School

The Salter School

The Salter School is a private school of advanced standing for men and women offering complete training through programs in preparation for professional careers in health care and other fields.

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Thompson Institute

Thompson Institute

Thompson Institute of Philadelphia, PA, provides students with the skills they need to excel in the fields of Medical Services, Technology, and Business.

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Utah Career College

Utah Career College

Utah Career College offers associate and diploma programs in Veterinary Technician and other specialties.

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Vatterott College

Vatterott College

Medical programs at Vatterott College

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Western Career College

Western Career College

Western Career College offers the programs that can help you begin a new career. Choose from Healthcare, Massage Therapy, Pharmacy Technology, Veterinary Services, Criminal Justice, Design & Visual Arts, or Business & Information Systems.

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Western School of Health and Business

Western School of Health and Business

Western Business College offers real-world training for careers such as Optician, Surgical Technician, Radiographer, Dental Assistant, and more.

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Westwood College

Westwood College

Westwood College - Medical Assisting & Medical Transcription degrees

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Wood Tobe-Coburn School

Wood Tobe-Coburn School

The Wood Tobé-Coburn School prepares graduates for in-demand health care careers

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