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New Financing Option Available to Students
Students looking to enroll at Altrain Assisting Academy who need tuition or financial assistance will now have access to an innovative new financing option to pay for their courses, thanks to our partnership with the Meritize platform. The new financing option will help future students finance their careers as Medical Assistants, Dental Assistant, Orthodontic Assistants,…
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A Day in the Life of an Orthodontic Assistant
There is no way we could describe what one-day looks like for a Dental or Orthodontic Assistant. Tasks change, but these are some things you may do over the course of a day. Maintaining Patient Records One of the roles of an orthodontic assistant is tracking, updating and maintaining patient records. This information is critical…
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Benefits of MyCAA
Being a military spouse can make it difficult to hold down a stable career when you move frequently. So, it’s up to you to adapt your career plans around the change. For many, starting a career that works around a busy schedule means additional training to earn a certification that’s portable to another location. Luckily,…
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How to Prepare for your Paralegal Certification Program
Professional certification has become the standard of excellence that many paralegals strive for and that many employers demand. Becoming a certified paralegal makes it clear that you have no intention of getting lost in the crowd. For many, earning a recognized credential is a sound investment and a great way to distinguish yourself from your…
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How to become a Traveling Medical Assistant
Medical Assistants play a vital role in ensuring patients receive quality healthcare. While medical assistants have a variety of responsibilities in a private practice, hospital or care center, they can also travel between different healthcare providers. What does a Traveling Medical Assistant Do? Travel medical assistants aren’t tied to one specific workplace. They act as…
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What’s the job outlook for a paralegal?
When deciding to pursue a Legal Assistant/Paralegal education program, it’s vital to also consider the job outlook. Fortunately, there are many lucrative and promising options available for students. Our nation’s legal system has long enjoyed strong and steady growth. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job growth is expected to remain strong between 2020…
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Why add Phlebotomy to the Dental Assisting Program
Phlebotomy is usually related to medical procedures, but a recent rise in the popularity of Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapies has led to a dramatic rise in the number of dental assistants looking to add Phlebotomy to their education path. What is Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy? At it’s most basic, PRP treatments use platelets…
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How to Prepare for your Medical Assistant Program
Once you have decided to become a Medical Assistant, the next step is to select the right education path. Step 1: Do Your Research Familiarize yourself with the basics: what’s the role of a Medical Assistant, what are the job duties and what’s the career outlook. Step 2: Select a Medical Assistant Program Consider factors…
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How to Become a Traveling Dental Assisstant
What is a traveling Dental Assistant? It’s a certified Dental Assistant who is willing to travel either to other cities or different states and work temporarily within a Dental office. Typically, a short staffed dental office will contact a dental assistant agency, and then provide you with an assignment based on your criteria. If you…
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What is MyCAA Scholarship
As a military spouse, the My Career Advancement Account Scholarship (MyCAA) is open to spouses of active-duty service members in pay grades E-1 to E-5, W-1 to W-2 and O-1 to O-2. If you’ve successfully completed high school and have the ability to request tuition assistance while your military sponsor is on Title 10 military…