The program prepares students for Medical Assisting positions that are either clinical or administrative in nature. Students complete coursework in clinical procedures such as phlebotomy, EKG and lab procedures and in administrative areas such as computers and medical office procedures. The program also contains a clinical externship which is completed in an outside medical facility. Upon completion, graduates will have the entry-level skills of a Medical Assistant and be qualified to interview for positions in a variety of healthcare facilities. Read more about the Medical Assisting program in the school catalog by clicking on the Consumer Info page from the menu above, and viewing a copy from the location nearest you.

Our hybrid training approach combines hands-on lab work with online theory classes to give you the flexibility you need for your busy schedule. In the on-campus lab, you’ll learn to generate and recognize normal ultrasound images using actual ultrasound equipment to practice and develop your skills.

This program prepares students to sit for the Abdomen (AB) and/or Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN) specialty examinations through the ARDMS. This program includes vascular training, which provides students a wide range of options for specialization after completing their training. During Term 6 (the final term) students are eligible to sit for the SPI exam (Sonography Principles and Instrumentation) which is the first step to becoming ARDMS registered. After graduation, students will be eligible to sit for the specialty ARDMS exam of their choice, upon which they will become ARDMS registered. In addition, American Institute reimburses students for the SPI exam if taken during Term 6 and one specialization test if taken within 60 days of graduation.

This program is offered in a hybrid training format, a combination of distance education and on-campus classes. And, with American Institute’s hybrid approach, an instructor is available to help students even when they are not on campus in person by using a learning management system that students can access online. The distance education portion of the Dental Assisting program is available to students via any high-speed internet connection. Our online LMS allows students to log in for lectures, ask questions, and do homework assignments according to their own schedule. Faculty, administration and students can utilize live chats or video chats in an individual setting or with all students at once. Questions can be posted for the instructor to respond, which allows for enhanced communication – a key to the success of students in the hybrid program.

Students are nurtured as they develop a solid foundation in a variety of massage styles and techniques including Swedish, Sports, Therapeutic and Shiatsu, as well as administrative aspects of working a variety of environments and working independently. This program provides the students with the knowledge and skills necessary to be prepared for entry-level employment opportunities, both administrative and clinical, in Massage Therapy and related fields. Along with additional requirements, this level of education enables graduates to apply for a state license.