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Allen School Named a Top Vocational School in 2025

Posted on August 4, 2025

The Allen School of Health Sciences has been awarded to USA TODAY’s inaugural list of America’s Top Vocational Schools 2025. The award list was announced on July 22nd, 2025, and can currently be viewed on the USA TODAY website. The ranking of the best schools offering vocational training via undergraduate certificate or diploma is based on an analysis of five Key Performance Indicators. The five dimensions evaluated during our research were: Graduation Rate, Graduate Salary, Years to Pay Off Net Price, Social Mobility, and Diversity. Data on the schools’ performance was collected through...

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A Clear Career Path for Students Undecided About College

Posted on July 29, 2025

Choosing the Right Medical Assistant School If you're undecided about college, exploring a medical assistant trade school could be an excellent option worth considering. Medical assistant trade schools can be a practical and rewarding option for several reasons. Shorter Program Duration Medical assistant programs typically range from 9 months to 2 years, allowing you to enter the workforce quickly compared to traditional four-year degrees. At the Allen School of Health Sciences, our students can graduate in less than a year. Hands-On Training Trade schools often emphasize practical skills...

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Common Challenges Faced by Medical Assistants in the Workplace:

Posted on July 17, 2025

Medical Assistants can face a variety of challenges in the workplace. Some common challenges include: Heavy workload: Medical assistants often must juggle multiple tasks and responsibilities, which can lead to a heavy workload and feelings of stress and overwhelm. Time management: Balancing patient care, administrative tasks, and other responsibilities can be challenging for medical assistants. Effective time management skills are essential to ensure that all tasks are completed in a timely manner. Dealing with difficult patients: Medical assistants may encounter patients who are uncooperative,...

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How Allen School Helps Adult Learners Balance Family, Work, and School

Posted on July 15, 2025

Support for Adult Learners: Balancing Family, Work, and School Pursuing a new career while juggling work and family responsibilities can feel overwhelming, but with the right support, it’s entirely possible to achieve your educational goals. Many adults considering a healthcare career worry about how they’ll manage everything at once. That’s why the Allen School of Health Sciences is committed to providing support for adult learners in medical assistant programs, ensuring students have the resources, flexibility, and guidance they need to succeed. Challenges Adult Learners Face Returning...

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