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Occupational Therapy helps prevent depression from age-related vision loss
An occupational therapist at Thomas Jefferson University works with a patient who has low vision. Credit: Thomas Jefferson University Depression is a common risk for people who have lost their vision from age-related macular degeneration (AMD), but a new study shows that a type of rehabilitation therapy can cut this
Benefits of a Career in the Medical Field
There are many great jobs available in the medical field today. Unlike most career choices, the medical field is always changing and growing. There will always be a place for someone who wants a job in the medical field. Take a closer look at some of the benefits of working
Top 7 things a certification for medical coding does for you
Okay, so you’ve read a couple of our blog posts before, and you know that after graduating from our medical billing and coding program and working for two years, you can go get a certification for medical coding by passing the exam to become a CPC (Certified Professional Coder). The
What it’s like to practice massage therapy in California
Many students wonder if it’s worth it to pursue ACHT’s dual physical therapy aide/massage therapist program. “What’s it like to practice massage therapy in California?” they wonder. We’ve done the research for you. Here’s some basic information about being a massage therapist in California. Your role: Massage therapy in California
The growth of the pharmaceutical industry and what it means for pharmacy tech programs in California
Today, more students are entering pharmacy tech programs in California than in any previous decade. Ordinarily, this might be a cause for concern – unrealistic expectations might bring students disappointment if they don’t end up finding a job after graduating with this skill. After all, oversaturation of a field is
Why Surgical Technology Schools in California are Becoming More Popular
Lately, there has been a growing demand for surgical technology schools in California. Online and in print, people wanting to get jobs in operating rooms are looking for the best education to do that. Let’s talk about some of the reasons it’s happening. 1. Young people don’t see the point
FAQ: What is a Certified Medical Assistant? What about a Registered Medical Assistant?
Every now and again, we post the answer to a question our administrators and career counselors often see here on the blog, and one of the most popular ones is “What is a Certified Medical Assistant?” How is a CMA different from an RMA, and does a graduate need either
Why we offer medical assistant programs in California (Hint: we did a lot of listening.)
As anyone who uses public transportation can tell you, career training of all kinds is on the rise all over the U.S., and that includes medical assistant programs in California. People are abandoning the idea of liberal arts education, favoring something that can get them into the job market sooner
Physical Therapy: Career Outlook
Interested in careers in physical therapy? Whether you’re curious about becoming a physical therapy aide or a doctor of physical therapy, it’s useful to study the career outlook for the field. The good news: the physical therapy career outlook might be even better than the outlook for all healthcare professions.
Why I decided to become a surgical technologist A guest post
People often ask me why I decided to become a surgical technologist and how I did it. Here’s my story. As a kid, I had to get my appendix removed. The whole thing was a nasty experience, but I have to say, I was grateful when the pain of my