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Medical Certifications Training ProgramsThe health care industry is one of the fastest growing sectors of the American economy, with many experts predicting that job opportunities for qualified nurses, doctors, and medical transcriptionists could far outpace the national average for most other occupational fields through 2016. People are living longer, medical advances are happening more quickly, and our understanding of the human anatomy continuously improves. If you have the requisite training to help cure people or provide administrative support to those who work on the front lines of the health care industry, your job prospects should be quite favorable in the years to come.

What Health Care Certifications Can Teach You

Each position within the health care industry requires a slightly different set of certifications and credentials. Below are just a few of the potential career paths available, from the easiest to the hardest:
  • Pharmacy technicians typically require the least amount of formal training, with many learning their skills entirely on the job. However, employers increasingly prefer those who have completed at least some post-secondary education.
  • Medical transcriptionists usually require a one-year certificate or two-year associate's degree in medical transcription, stenography, or dictation.
  • Nurses can complete a diploma, associate's degree or bachelor's degree in the field, followed up with licensing and certification.
  • Physicians require the most training, with four years of undergraduate pre-med study, four more years of medical school, and anywhere from one to seven years of residency training.
In most of the above medicine-specific programs, you cover everything from anatomy and physiology to chemistry and biology. However, there also exist countless support and administrative jobs in the non-health care world that can be transferred over with minimal training. For example, if you are already an accountant with a business, you can potentially transition into a hospital position after completing a few classes in health care auditing and billing. The same is true with video editors, marketers, teachers, Web designers, computer programmers, and many other careers not directly related to medicine.
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  University of Phoenix

With convenient class locations as well as online learning, University of Phoenix makes quality higher education highly accessible. Whether you’re seeking an associate's, bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree, we can help you reach your goal while you work—and much sooner than you might expect.

Campus Locations
Online
Certification Training Programs: Certificate in Nursing Health Care Education
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  University of Phoenix - Southern Arizona Campus

Founded in 1976, University of Phoenix is dedicated to meeting the needs of working students. Now the largest private university in North America, we have more than 190 campuses and learning centers as well as a flexible online learning format available in most countries around the world. Regardless of where or how you attend class, you'll receive a real-world education with real value.

Campus Locations
Tucson, AZ
Certification Training Programs: Nursing Informatics Certificate, School Nurse Certificate
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  Virginia College

Ready to earn a well-respected degree? Need a flexible schedule? Virginia College can help. Become an office superstar with our business program. Or make a difference in your community by earning a paralegal or Criminal Justice degree. Can't get enough of your computer? Try our programs in Information Systems or Cybersecurity. No matter what program you choose, you'll get the top-quality education you deserve with an associate's, bachelor's or master's degree from Virginia College.

Campus Locations
Online
Certification Training Programs: Certificate in Medical Assistant, Certificate in Medical Billing & Coding, Certificate in Pharmacy Technician, Certificate in Therapeutic Massage
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  DeVry University

DeVry University offers flexible scheduling and the convenience to study at any of 80+ locations, online or a combination of both. Earn a respected associate degree, bachelor's degree or master's degree from an accredited university. A career-oriented education from DeVry University will put you in a great place to begin or advance in the workplace when you graduate.

Campus Locations
Online
Certification Training Programs: Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management
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  Kaplan University

Kaplan University's accredited online degree programs allow you to earn the degree you need and advance your career without missing a day of work.

Campus Locations
Online
Certification Training Programs: Forensic Nursing, Legal Nurse Consulting
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  DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management

A degree from DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management gives you the credibility to succeed in your career, whether you are just starting out, already in the work force or contemplating a career change. For more than 34 years, Keller has delivered relevant, practical graduate management education that has helped thousands of alumni transform their skills and sharpen their competitive edge.

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Glendale, AZ Mesa, AZ Phoenix, AZ
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Seven Hills, OH Portland, OR Fort Washington, PA
Fort Washington, PA King of Prussia, PA Pittsburgh, PA
Memphis, TN Austin, TX San Antonio, TX
Arlington, VA Chesapeake, VA Federal Way, WA
Seattle Bellevue, WA Milwaukee, WI Waukesha, WI
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Certification Training Programs: Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management
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  Ultimate Medical Academy Online

Boost your career with an education from Ultimate Medical Academy Online. We offer career-focused training in dental assisting, nursing assisting, medical billing and coding, basic x-ray, and more. We provide our students with the hands-on training and credentials necessary to begin a career in health care in as little as seven weeks. Choose from day and evening classes.

Campus Locations
Online
Certification Training Programs: Medical Billing and Coding - Certificate
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  Independence University

From Associate's and Bachelor's to Master's degrees in health education and business, with Independence University you can achieve greater success through distance learning that suits your busy schedule. Continue working and earning as you pursue your online degree.

Campus Locations
Online
Certification Training Programs: Community Health Education, Gerontology, Health Care Ethics, Health Psychology, Polysomnography
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  Fortis Institute

At Fortis Institute, we provide students with the skills and training they need to prepare for a variety of in-demand career fields, including Medical Assisting, Medical Billing and Coding, Dental Assistant, and Medical Business & Clinical Specialist. We offer qualified instructors, personalized attention, career services for our graduates, and much more. Programs vary by location. Please contact each individual campus for accreditation information.

Campus Locations
Dothan, AL Foley, AL Mobile, AL
Montgomery, AL Phoenix, AZ Jacksonville, FL
Largo, FL Miami, FL Mulberry, FL
Orange Park, FL Pensacola, FL Tampa, FL
Winter Park, FL Smyrna, GA Indianapolis, IN
Hyattsville, MD Lawrence Township, NJ Wayne, NJ
Cincinnati, OH Cuyahoga Falls, OH Dayton, OH
Ravenna, OH Westerville, OH Kingston, PA
Scranton, PA Columbia, SC Salt Lake City, UT
Norfolk, VA Richmond, VA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Certification Training Programs: Dental Assistant, Massage Therapy, Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Office Administrator, Medical Office Assistant, Paramedic, Pharmacy Technician, Respiratory Therapy
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  Northwestern College

Prepare for a lifetime of opportunities at Northwestern College. Founded in 1902, Northwestern College is a family-owned business dedicated to helping career-oriented students just like you succeed in business and in life. We offer day, evening and weekend classes for the flexibility you need to balance work, school, family and other obligations. Small class sizes ensure that you'll receive plenty of personalized attention from our dedicated faculty.

Campus Locations
Bridgeview, IL Chicago, IL Naperville, IL
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Certification Training Programs: Coding Specialist, Health Care Billing Specialist, Massage Therapy, Pharmacy Technician
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  Pittsburgh Technical Institute

Pittsburgh Technical Institute offers the education you need to start the career you want. Whether you want to study business, technology, allied health or design, PTI has career-focused associate degree programs and 9 to 15 month certificate programs designed by industry insiders, so you'll get what you need in two years or less. Plus, PTI has one of the most successful career placement services to improve your career outlook even further.

Campus Locations
Cranberry Township, PA Oakdale, PA Pittsburgh, PA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Certification Training Programs: Medical Assistant, Medical Coding
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  Carrington College California

Carrington College California (TM) offers certificate, degree, and diploma programs that can help you begin a new career. Our highly respected instructors can provide you with the knowledge and hands-on skills you need to become a success. Choose from programs in Healthcare, Massage Therapy, Pharmacy Technology, Veterinary Services, Criminal Justice, Design & Visual Arts, or Business & Information Systems. Carrington College California has multiple conveniently located campuses in California.

Campus Locations
Antioch, CA Citrus Heights, CA Emeryville, CA
Pleasant Hill, CA Pomona, CA Sacramento, CA
San Jose, CA San Leandro, CA Stockton, CA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Certification Training Programs: Dental Assisting, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Fitness Training, Health Care Administration, Massage Therapy, Medical Assisting, Surgical Technology, Vocational Nursing
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  American Career College

American Career College (ACC) offers training to students interested in pursuing a career in the fast-growing healthcare industry. Programs vary by campus. Program lengths vary by session and schedule. Financial aid available to those who qualify. ACC cannot guarantee employment. American Career College is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools. To view our catalog, visit americancareercollege.edu/pdf/catalog.pdf. To view ACC's required outcome disclosures, visit http://americancareercollege.edu/cpl/disclosures.html

Campus Locations
Anaheim, CA Los Angeles, CA Norco, CA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Certification Training Programs: Dental Assistant, Medical Assistant, Medical Biller/Health Claims Examiner, Optical Technician, Pharmacy Technician, Surgical Technician, Vocational Nursing
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  Brown Mackie College

Brown Mackie College Schools can help you learn the skills you need for your career and future. We have many convenient locations across the Midwest, Southeast and Southwest, and we offer a unique one-course-a-month delivery format that's specifically tailored to fit into your busy lifestyle. Take advantage of small class sizes, flexible scheduling, an outstanding faculty, and financial aid for those who qualify. Choose from a range of diploma, certificate, associate's and bachelor's in the areas of Accounting and Business, Healthcare, Legal Studies, and Computer Technology.

Campus Locations
Tucson, AZ Miami, FL Atlanta, GA
Moline, IL Fort Wayne, IN Indianapolis, IN
Merrillville, IN Michigan City, IN South Bend, IN
Lenexa, KS Salina, KS Fort Mitchell, KY
Hopkinsville, KY Louisville, KY Akron, OH
Canton, OH Cincinnati, OH Findlay, OH
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Certification Training Programs: Certificate in Medical Assistant, Certificate in Medical Coding and Billing, Certificate in Practical Nursing
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  Sanford-Brown College

For over 135 years, Sanford-Brown College has been providing students with the hands-on skills employers are looking for. Some programs of study can be completed in as little as 9 months.

Campus Locations
Phoenix, AZ Farmington, CT Atlanta, GA
Hillside, IL Skokie, IL Tinley Park, IL
Indianapolis, IN Grand Rapids, MI White Plains, NY
Cleveland, OH Portland, OR Dallas, TX
Houston, TX San Antonio, TX
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Certification Training Programs: Cardiovascular Technology, Medical Assistant, Medical Coding/Billing Specialist, Surgical Technology
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  Kaplan College - KHE

Looking to gain a competitive edge in your career? Kaplan College offers a learning experience that is anything but typical. Our faculty and staff are not just academics—they're seasoned professionals who can give you the real-world knowledge you need to succeed. And we offer a flexible and accelerated schedule designed to meet the needs of your busy life. Our programs are designed to prepare you for success in any of a variety of fields, including Criminal Justice, Health Care, Business, Education, Information Technology, Legal Studies, or Fashion and Design.

Campus Locations
Phoenix, AZ San Diego, CA San Diego (North County), CA
Stockton, CA Denver, CO Hammond, IN
Indianapolis, IN Merrillville, IN Las Vegas, NV
White Plains, NY Cincinnati, OH
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Certification Training Programs: Certificate: Health Care & Rehab Technician, Certificate: Massage Therapy, Certificate: Medical Administrative and Insurance Specialist, Certificate: Medical Administrative Assistant, Certificate: Medical Billing / Coding, Certificate: Medical Insurance Coder, Certificate: Medical Insurance Technician, Certificate: Medical Receptionist, Certificate: Medical Transcriptionist, Certificate: Nurse Assistant, Certificate: Nurse Assistant Training Program, Certificate: Patient Care Assistant/Technician, Certificate: Phlebotomist, Certificate: Therapy Health Technician, Certificate: Vocational Nursing, Certificate: X-Ray Technician/Back Office Medical Assistant
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  Southeastern Institute

You can complete Southeastern Institute's training programs in as few as 8 months! Receive hands-on instruction from caring instructors with practical experience in the fields in which they teach. Southeastern Institute's small class sizes and individualized attention can be just the help that you need to succeed. For information on graduation rates, student debt levels, and other disclosures, visit www.SoutheasternInstitute.edu/ConsumerInfo

Campus Locations
Charlotte, NC Charleston, SC Nashville, TN
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Certification Training Programs: Diploma in Paramedic, Medical Assisting, Medical Billing and Coding, Professional Clinical Massage Therapy
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  American Career Institute

There's no better time than right now to become a medical professional, and American Career Institute can help launch your career. Free job placement assistance for graduates.

Campus Locations
Baltimore, MD Columbia, MD Wheaton, MD
Braintree, MA Cambridge, MA Framingham, MA
Springfield, MA Woburn, MA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Certification Training Programs: Dental Assisting, Medical Assistant, Medical Coding and Billing
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  Tucson College

Are you looking to move ahead in your career and your life? At Tucson College, we offer current, comprehensive career education designed to move your career forward in as little as 8 months. We provide modern facilities, faculty with extensive real-world experience, small class sizes and plenty of personalized attention. Program offerings include Pharmacy Technician, Administrative Assistant/Computer Applications Specialist, Medical Office Billing and Coding Specialist, Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, and Medical Assistant.

Campus Locations
Tucson, AZ
Certification Training Programs: Certified Nursing Assistant
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  Elmira Business Institute

Get your career started with a degree from Elmira Business Institute. Earn your certificate in as little as eight months or your associate's degree in just over a year. We offer programs in accounting, medical assisting, office assisting, office technologies, medical coding and billing, and medical office assisting. We also offer free career placement assistance to all of our graduates and financial aid to those who qualify.

Campus Locations
Elmira, NY Vestal, NY
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Certification Training Programs: Medical Coding & Billing, Medical Office Assistant
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