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Healthcare Career Resources

Explore Education 
Opportunities, Employers

and More

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.

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May 2024

Program
Host
Award
Length
Location
Distance Learning
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
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As of July 2024

Considering a Different Program?

If the program you’re considering isn’t included in the database above, we strongly encourage you to contact us to validate the program’s legitimacy.

More Healthcare Careers

Occupation
Typical Required Education
Median Salary
Annual Job Growth
Total Jobs
Job Openings
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
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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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