Posted on Thursday, Feb 28, 2019 by Altierus
March 3-9, 2019 is Dental Assistants Awareness Week™,[1] and as a career college that helps train students for dental assistant careers, we want to celebrate. Dental assistants help keep dental practices moving, doing everything from stocking supplies to providing patients support during procedures. We want to highlight how dental assistants make a difference in their […]
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Posted on Wednesday, Jan 16, 2019 by Altierus
Interested in training for a career in health care? You’ve probably seen surgical techs at work on TV dramas set in operating rooms, but what do they really do? Also known as surgical techs or scrub techs, surgical technologists play a critical role in keeping the OR running. They help surgeons perform procedures while ensuring […]
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Posted on Monday, Dec 17, 2018 by Altierus
Tired of going from job to job, but wondering whether it’s too late to change your career? We’re here to tell you it absolutely isn’t, and if you start today, you could be on an entirely new career path in less than a year. Read on for some inspiration that will help you get ready […]
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Posted on Thursday, Dec 6, 2018 by Altierus
If you’re interested in a hands-on career path, you may have considered heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) as one option. On the surface, HVAC might sound simple: it’s just about installing air conditioners and making sure radiators work, right? In reality, HVAC is a technical field that requires you to learn a broad range […]
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Posted on Tuesday, Nov 27, 2018 by Altierus
Registered nurses (RNs) are the front line of the healthcare system. More than 2.9 million RNs were at work in 2016, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), making nursing the largest health occupation by far. Nurses provide direct care to patients and play a critical role on treatment teams in hospitals, clinics, […]
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Posted on Tuesday, Oct 9, 2018 by Altierus
Medical assistants make a difference. They help clinics and physicians’ practices run more smoothly and efficiently while supporting patients. Demand for medical assistants’ skills is growing at a healthy rate. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 29% growth over the 2016-2026 period, adding about 183,900 new job openings to the economy[i]. A major part […]
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Posted on Wednesday, Oct 3, 2018 by Altierus
What Classes Do I Need to Become a Pharmacy Technician? Thinking about becoming a pharmacy technician? Demand for healthcare is growing each year. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that demand for pharmacy technicians will grow by 12% over the 2016-2026 period, an addition of up to 47,600 new jobs.[i] Becoming a […]
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Posted on Wednesday, Sep 26, 2018 by Altierus
If you love helping people and are interested in a healthcare career path, becoming a medical assistant is a great choice. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that job openings for medical assistants should grow 29% over the 2016-2026 period, adding as many as 183,900 new positions to the economy. This is a much […]
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Posted on Thursday, Sep 20, 2018 by Garry Leonard
Tired of going from job to job? Look for a career in the skilled trades instead. In a world where four-year college degrees are touted as the end-all, be-all for qualifications, skilled trades are an option many people overlook. Many skilled trades offer satisfying work that has the potential to bring in a good living. […]
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Posted on Wednesday, Jun 6, 2018 by Altierus
Pharmacy technician training programs prepare you for an entry-level position working with licensed pharmacists. At Altierus Career College, we offer a diploma program you can complete in as little as 8 months. What Do Pharmacy Technicians Do? Pharmacy technicians work directly under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Their duties include: Collecting and recording information […]
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