About
Pima Medical Institute - Aurora understands the value of medical assistants in the healthcare industry and hence, offers a captivating, relevant, and thorough training program for them. This program is designed to equip the students with essential medical and administrative skills to ensure they are ready to step into the healthcare world confidently. Their training is a comprehensive blend of classroom and real-life experiences, providing students with a solid grounding in areas such as anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, medical office maintenance, confidentiality and administering medications. Pima Medical Institute takes a step further to help these aspiring medical assistants in gaining hands-on experience through an externship, facilitating them with a practical encounter with the real world of medical assisting. This structured curriculum empowers students to excel as multi-skilled medical assistants, ready to make their mark in clinics, physicians' offices, hospitals, and more. Pima Medical Institute - Aurora emphasizes on developing individuals who can adapt in a rapidly evolving medical landscape, hence supporting the healthcare industry with efficient and knowledgeable professionals.
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Bluegrass Community and Technical College - Lexington
Bluegrass Community and Technical College (BCTC) in Lexington, Kentucky, is a notable public institution dedicated to providing quality higher education and workforce training across its seven campuses. Located at 164 Opportunity Way, the main campus serves as a vibrant hub of learning and innovation. BCTC focuses on transforming the Bluegrass region through accessible and affordable educational opportunities, a mission supported by its diverse range of programs including health sciences, engineering technology, business, and liberal arts. Additionally, BCTC is home to the only accredited community college-based Equine Studies program in the U.S., highlighting its unique offerings in the equine industry.
Committed to student success, BCTC offers extensive resources such as academic advising, tutoring, and career services. The college’s emphasis on a supportive and inclusive environment is reflected in its 18:1 student-faculty ratio and the substantial amount of financial aid available to its students. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), BCTC remains the most affordable choice in Kentucky, with the lowest tuition rates statewide. The college also fosters community engagement and offers transfer pathways to four-year institutions, preparing graduates to excel in various careers and contribute positively to the local economy.