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Today’s healthcare landscape is made up of patients from all walks of life, each with their own values, languages, and beliefs. For medical assistants, understanding those differences is essential to providing respectful, effective care. When patients feel seen and understood, communication improves, trust grows, and outcomes are better. That’s why cultural awareness is becoming an… Continue reading Cultural Competency in Medical Assisting

Balancing work, family, and the pursuit of a new career can feel like a juggling act. For adult learners, medical assisting offers a practical path into healthcare without putting life on hold. With the right strategies, it’s possible to move forward confidently – even when your calendar is already full. Why Adult Learners Choose Medical… Continue reading Fast-Track Medical Assistant Training for Adult Learners

In the ever-evolving field of healthcare, practical skills are just as crucial as theoretical knowledge, especially for medical assistants who play a vital role in patient care. One of the most effective ways to develop these skills is through hands-on learning in a clinical classroom setting. Here’s why this learning approach is essential for aspiring… Continue reading Why Hands-On Learning in a Clinical Classroom is Important in Your Medical Assistant Program:

Learning phlebotomy and EKG (electrocardiogram) as part of a medical assistant program is important for success as a medical assistant. Follow below and learn why phlebotomy and EKG as part of your medical assistant program are important to your success. Enhanced Skill Set: Proficiency in phlebotomy and EKG allows medical assistants to perform essential diagnostic… Continue reading How Important is Learning Phlebotomy and EKG in a Medical Assistant Program:

What Role Do Internships Play in Training Future Medical Assistants? Internships play a crucial role in training future medical assistants by providing practical, hands-on experience that complements their classroom education. The Allen School of Health Sciences hybrid medical assistant program offers a 275-hour internship as part of our curriculum. Here are some key benefits of… Continue reading Instructors with Real World Experience Are an Important Part of Our Medical Assistant Program:

What Role Do Internships Play in Training Future Medical Assistants? Internships play a crucial role in training future medical assistants by providing practical, hands-on experience that complements their classroom education. The Allen School of Health Sciences hybrid medical assistant program offers a 275-hour internship as part of our curriculum. Here are some key benefits of… Continue reading What Role Do Internships Play in Training Future Medical Assistants?

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… Continue reading Allen School of Health Sciences Awarded on USA TODAY’s America’s Top Vocational Schools 2025 List

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… Continue reading If You are Undecided About College, it’s Time to Check Out a Medical Assistant Trade School

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.… Continue reading Common Challenges Faced by Medical Assistants in the Workplace:

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… Continue reading How Allen School Helps Adult Learners Balance Family, Work, and School