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The Healthcare Career Collaborative works in real time with our healthcare partners to provide the most accurate, up-to-date information about formal education and informal learning opportunities. Whether you’re looking to take the first step toward a career in healthcare, simply exploring programs, or are considering a career change, this searchable and filterable table can connect you to key opportunities.
May 2024
Program | Host | Award | Length | Location | Distance Learning |
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Medical Assisting | ATA College-Cincinnati | Associate Degree | 10-17 Months | Cincinnati | Blended |
Medical Assisting | Apollo Career Center | Certificate | 9 months | Lima | No |
Medical Assisting | Ashland County-West Holmes Career Center | Certificate | 9 months | Ashland | No |
Medical Assisting | Athena Career Academy | Certificate | 9 Months | Toledo | No |
Medical Assisting | Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences | Certificate | 1 Year | Canton | No |
Medical Assisting | Belmont College | Associate Degree | 3-5 Semesters | St. Clairsville | No |
Medical Assisting | Belmont College | Certificate | 3 - 5 Semesters | St Clairsville | No |
Medical Assisting | Brown & Clermont Adult Career Campuses | Certificate | 300 Hours | Bethel | No |
Medical Assisting | Bryant & Stratton College-Parma | Associate Degree | 1-2 years | Parma | No |
Medical Assisting | Bryant & Stratton College-Parma | Certificate | 1-2 Years | Parma | No |
As of July 2024
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More Healthcare Careers
Occupation | Typical Required Education | Median Salary | Annual Job Growth | Total Jobs | Job Openings |
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Registered Nurses | Bachelor's degree | $77K | 938 | 131398 | 7,993 |
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | Postsecondary non-degree award | $51K | 171 | 40692 | 3,306 |
Pharmacy Technicians | High school diploma or equivalent | $37K | 42 | 17082 | 1,257 |
Medical Dosimetrists, Medical Records Specialists, and Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | Postsecondary non-degree award | $44K | 93 | 15580 | 1,221 |
Nurse Practitioners | Master's degree | $113K | 468 | 9664 | 1,095 |
Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | Bachelor's degree | $57K | 81 | 11967 | 859 |
Radiologic Technologists | Associate's degree | $64K | 57 | 9034 | 712 |
Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics | Postsecondary non-degree award | $39K | 21 | 8774 | 597 |
Dental Hygienists | Associate's degree | $76K | 51 | 8667 | 595 |
Speech-Language Pathologists | Master's degree | $83K | 154 | 6486 | 583 |
What is Program Accreditation?
Why is it important?
Program accreditation in the healthcare sector refers to a formal process in which a healthcare educational program is evaluated and recognized by an official accrediting body. This body assesses whether the program meets specific predetermined standards of quality, rigor and relevance necessary to prepare students effectively for professional practice in the healthcare field.
Ensures Quality Education
Accreditation ensures that healthcare educational programs meet high standards of quality. This includes the curriculum, faculty qualifications, student support services and resources available.
Accredited programs are regularly reviewed and must demonstrate continuous improvement, ensuring that they keep pace with the latest advancements in medical science and technology.
Protects Public Safety
By ensuring that healthcare professionals are adequately trained, accreditation helps to protect public safety. Graduates from accredited programs are more likely to have the necessary knowledge and skills to provide safe and effective care.
Accreditation standards often include requirements for clinical practice and hands-on training, which are crucial for real-world competency.
Professional Credentialing and Licensure
Graduating from an accredited program is often a prerequisite for taking professional licensing exams. For instance, to become a registered nurse, a student must graduate from a nursing program accredited by an appropriate accrediting agency.
Many certification bodies require candidates to have completed accredited programs before they can sit for certification exams, which are necessary for employment in many healthcare roles.
Employment Opportunities
Employers prefer to hire graduates from accredited programs because it assures them that the candidate has received a high standard of education and training.
Many healthcare facilities, especially those that are accredited themselves (such as hospitals accredited by The Joint Commission), require their employees to be graduates of accredited programs.
Eligibility for Financial Aid
Accreditation affects the ability of a program to offer federal and state financial aid to its students. Only students enrolled in accredited programs can access these financial aid resources, making education more affordable and accessible.
Accountability and Improvement
Accreditation processes encourage educational institutions to engage in self-evaluation and continuous improvement, promoting excellence in healthcare education.
Institutions are held accountable for maintaining the standards set by the accrediting bodies, leading to a more reliable and consistent educational experience for students.
Institutional Reputation
Accreditation enhances the reputation and credibility of educational institutions. Programs that are accredited are perceived as being trustworthy and of high quality, which can attract more students and faculty.
It helps institutions in building partnerships with other educational entities, healthcare organizations, and research bodies.
Program accreditation in healthcare is a critical mechanism for ensuring that educational programs produce competent and qualified healthcare professionals. It plays a vital role in safeguarding public health, enhancing the quality of healthcare education and providing a framework for continuous improvement and accountability in educational institutions.
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