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Common Questions About the NCLEX-RN® Exam

Interested in becoming a nurse? You’re definitely not alone this year: according to a recent article in U.S. News and World Report, some nursing schools ...

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Frequently Asked Questions About Becoming a Dental Assistant

Posted on Wednesday, Mar 17, 2021 by Altierus

Interested in our dental assistant diploma program? Read answers to some of the most common questions we get about training to become a dental assistant with Altierus—and about the dental assistant career path—here. Duties of a Dental Assistant What does a dental assistant do? Dental assistants perform office support in dental practices and also assist […]

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Frequently Asked Questions About Becoming a Massage Therapist

Posted on Wednesday, Mar 17, 2021 by Altierus

Interested in pursuing a career that doesn’t take years to train for, supports the well-being of others and gives you the option of going into business for yourself? Massage therapy training could be right for you. This page covers some of the most frequently-asked questions we receive about training for—and working as—a massage therapist. Duties […]

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HVAC Questions: How Do Refrigerants Work in My Air Conditioner?

Posted on Wednesday, Dec 16, 2020 by Altierus

Did you use your air conditioner more often this summer? It wouldn’t be a surprise if you did: the summer of 2020 was the hottest on record for the Northern Hemisphere.[i] While you stood in front of your A/C cooling off, you may also have wondered how that wonderful machine works.  The answer is refrigerants. […]

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Tips for Preparing for Your Nursing Clinicals

Posted on Monday, Dec 7, 2020 by Altierus

If you’re interested in training to become a nurse, you probably know that student nurses complete clinical rotations as part of their training. During clinical rotations, you will gain supervised hands-on experience in the medical/surgical, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN) and psychiatric departments. You’ll also have the opportunity to interact with patients as a nursing […]

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How To Get Motivated To Study

Posted on Tuesday, Nov 17, 2020 by Altierus

2020 has been a year for the history books. For many people, it’s also been an incredibly difficult year because of the global pandemic. Even if the coronavirus has not directly affected your health or your job, it may have impacted you in other ways. You may be feeling isolated because you can’t visit family […]

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How Medical Assistants Contribute to Patient Care

Posted on Tuesday, Oct 20, 2020 by Altierus

Looking to train for a new career in healthcare? Consider training to become a medical assistant. Medical assistants (MAs) help clinics, practices and hospital departments run smoothly by providing both administrative and clinical support. In fact, medical assistants can play an important role in ensuring patients receive quality care. Here are just a few ways […]

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Tips for Adjusting to Virtual Learning

Posted on Thursday, Oct 15, 2020 by Altierus

The coronavirus pandemic has sent many colleges and universities online this year. At Altierus Career College, we’ve always offered a blend of virtual and in-person learning, because we recognize that virtual coursework offers our students additional flexibility when it comes to completing their programs. This year, we are relying on our virtual classes more so […]

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Common Questions About the NCLEX-RN® Exam

Posted on Wednesday, Oct 7, 2020 by Altierus

Interested in becoming a nurse? You’re definitely not alone this year: according to a recent article in U.S. News and World Report, some nursing schools are seeing many more applicants as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.[1] If you’re looking into what nursing education involves, you’ve probably read about the coursework you can expect, what […]

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Non-Traditional College Student Statistics

Posted on Wednesday, Sep 16, 2020 by Altierus

Are you a recent high school graduate? Are you financially dependent on your parents? Are you single, without children or other caring responsibilities? If you answered “no” to any of those questions, that means you’re what the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) calls a “non-traditional” college student. The NCES defines non-traditional college students as […]

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What Are the Different Massage Therapy Styles?

Posted on Wednesday, Sep 9, 2020 by Altierus

Interested in training to become a massage therapist? Massage can offer clients many benefits, from relaxation to renewed range of motion. In a massage therapy training program, you’ll learn foundational concepts in human anatomy and physiology, along with several different massage styles. These aren’t just individual techniques—they’re entirely different approaches to treating patients. Each style […]

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