• Complete a Data Sheet and have a personal interview with an Admissions Counselor.
• Schedule and complete Wonderlic verbal skills entrance exam. The results must demonstrate a 12th grade reading level for acceptance.

• Complete a Data Sheet and have a personal interview with an Admissions Counselor.
• Schedule and complete Wonderlic verbal skills entrance exam. The results must demonstrate a 12th grade reading level for acceptance.
• Criminal background check and drug screen will be required after enrollment in order to participate in internship assignments

• Complete an application for the Practical Nursing Program and have a personal interview with an Admissions Counselor.

• Take the HESI A2 Entrance Exam (registration information will be provided by the Admissions Counselor) Scores will be used to rank admission to the program
• Provide official High School/GED and any Post Secondary School Transcripts
• Provide 2 letters of reference (from past employers, professionals in business, government or educational occupations, community leaders, etc. No reference from a family member will be accepted)

Additional documentation that will be required during the admission process:

• Satisfactory health history and physical examination report from a licensed medical provider. The examination report must indicate that the medical provider approves the practical nursing candidate to perform functions of the practical nursing occupation.
• Completed Immunization records
• Criminal background check
• Drug screen
• CPR/BLS certification

• 45 Weeks
• 16 hours per week

• 50 Weeks or
• 57 Weeks evenings
• 18 hours per week or
• 16 hours per week evenings

• 65 Weeks
• 30 hours per week

The Medical Office Specialist program equips students with the essential knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a healthcare office setting. Courses cover medical terminology related to body systems, diagnostic procedures, and treatment methods. Students will learn the fundamentals of Medical Coding, including CPT and ICD-10 industry standards, and gain hands-on experience with Medical Billing processes, including working with major insurance programs and filing claim forms. This program prepares individuals for a variety of administrative roles in medical offices, hospitals, and healthcare organizations—such as patient billing, front desk reception, claims processing, and general office support.

Medical Assistants play a vital role in today’s healthcare teams, supporting both administrative and clinical functions. This program trains students to perform essential clinical tasks, conduct routine laboratory tests, and assist physicians during patient examinations and treatments. Graduates are prepared to pursue employment as medical office assistants in physicians’ offices, clinics, and a variety of healthcare settings.

The Practical Nursing program prepares students with the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to practice as licensed practical nurses in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, extended care and rehabilitation centers, clinics, schools, private residences, and group homes. Through a combination of classroom instruction, lab work, and clinical experience, students build a strong foundation to meet industry demands and are fully prepared to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN®).

• Keyboarding,
• Practical PC
• Career Development
• Medical Terminology
• Medical Coding
• Medical Professional Billing
• Medical Office Accounting
• Electronic Health Records
• Medical Office Procedures
• CBCS Prep

• Keyboarding
• Practical PC
• Oral & Written Communication
• Career Development
• Medical Terminology
• Clinical Procedures
• Laboratory Procedures
• Parmacology Medical Math
• Medical Professional Billing
• Medical Accounting
• Electronic Health Records
• Medical Office Procedures
• RMA Exam Review
• Medical Assistant Internship

• Anatomy and Physiology
• Medical Terminology
• Essential Math for Pharm
• Fundamentals of Nursing
• Pharmacology I & II
• Medical Surgical I
• Growth and Development
• Nursing Care of Older Adults
• Medical Surgical II
• Maternal Child Nursing
• Psychiatric Nursing
• Vocational Nursing

• Medical Biller
• Claims Coordinator
• Insurance Claims Specialist
• Payment Specialist
• Medical Office Receptionist

• Medical Assistant

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Median Annual Income $47,460

Source: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/medical-records-and-health-information-technicians.htm

Median Annual Income $44,200

Source: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/medical-assistants.htm

Median Annual Income $62,340

Source: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/licensed-practical-and-licensed-vocational-nurses.htm

The expected job growth for Medical Office Specialists is 9% over the next decade.

Source: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/medical-records-and-health-information-technicians.htm

The expected job growth for Medical Assistants is 15% over the next decade.

Source: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/medical-assistants.htm

The expected job growth for LPN’s is 3% over the next decade.

Source: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/licensed-practical-and-licensed-vocational-nurses.htm

Financial aid may be available for students who qualify through the following sources:

• Federal Financial Aid
• Workforce Development (WIA/WIOA)
• Department of Human Services/Rehabilitation Services
• Department of Veteran’s Affairs for Illinois Students

Financial aid may be available for students who qualify through the following sources:

• Federal Financial Aid
• Workforce Development (WIA/WIOA)
• Department of Human Services/Rehabilitation Services
• Department of Veteran’s Affairs for Illinois Students

Financial aid may be available for students who qualify through the following sources:

• Federal Financial Aid
• Workforce Development (WIA/WIOA)
• Department of Human Services/Rehabilitation Services
• Department of Veteran’s Affairs for Illinois Students

Certified Billing & Coding Specialist (CBCS) industry certification (recommended but not required for employment in the industry)

https://www.nhanow.com/certification/nha-certifications/medical-billing-and-coding-specialist-(cbcs)

Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) industry certification (recommended but not required for employment in the industry)

https://americanmedtech.org/medical-assistant

NCLEX-PN licensure examination passage required by state Board of Nursing as a criterion for granting an LPN license.

https://www.nclex.com/About.page

$11,520.00	Tuition
$1,714.00	Books/Fees
$13,234.00	Total (before tax)

$14,400.00	Tuition
$1,337.00	Books/Fees
$15,737.00	Total (before tax)

$25,920.00	Tuition
$3,809.89	Books/Fees
$29,729.89	Total (before tax)