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The healthcare industry is a growing field and offers many benefits to professionals within the industry. There are many roles within the healthcare field from doctors to medical office administrators offering a variety of careers for those interested in joining the Healthcare industry. Here are some of the top reasons to pursue a career in…Read More

What is a Computer Specialist?  A Computer Specialist can come in many different forms. Computer Specialists have many different skills including; Microsoft Suite, Computerized Accounting, Business Communications, Marketing, Web Design, and Organization. One common career a Computer Specialist may choose to pursue is Business Administration. Business Administration is a great field for those with the technical…Read More

About Our Programs:Prospect College is a technical school offering eight-month career training programs for future Medical Assistants, Medical Office Administrators, and Computer Specialists. Our Medical courses are offered in a hybrid format with classes on campus for hands-on learning and lectures held online. Over the eight months of our medical programs, you will complete seven…Read More

How does Prospect College help you find a Job? Here at Prospect College all of our students get to take advantage of our Career Services office! Our Career Services staff is dedicated to working with our students to find them the best job that fits their career goals! Students in the Medical Assistant program and the…Read More

What is a Computer Specialist?A PC Specialist or Computer Specialist can come in many different forms. Computer Specialists have the technical skills to succeed in various office and hospitality settings and have a passion for helping others through technology. With skills in Microsoft Suite, Accounting, Business Communications, Marketing, and more our graduates can take on…Read More

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Emily Mairena-Martinez shares a few reasons why she is thankful for Prospect College Opportunity to learn in a timely manner; I’ve learned so much from drawing blood to learning about medical procedures Availability of teachers; I can ask the teachers any questions I have and they are always there Financial aid; If it wasn’t for…Read More

“There are many reasons why I’m thankful for Prospect College but opportunities and relationships are a few of them,” Isis says. There were other schools that Isis went to visit but she decided that Prospect College was the best fit for her. “Prospect College opened my eyes to a lot of different things that I…Read More

Congratulations Pamela! Our shining student was matched with her externship as a Medical Assistant at the Asthma Allergy Clinic! This is her last course with us, she is just beginning her 170 hours, after that she is likely to be offered a permanent position here! That is what is great about our program, we take…Read More

Download PDF of the Medical Assistant practice exam kit. This PDF has many answers to the actual exam topics including Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Psychology, Scheduling, Diagnostics etc… Download a Medical Assistant Practice Exam Kit by clicking the imageRead More

Ever feel like you get off the phone after you were offered a job thinking “…I should have negotiated my wage, instead I just excitedly accepted their offer…” ? It happens to everyone! Here are some of our tips to BE PREPARED to jump on the negotiation when the offer is presented. Leave your tips…Read More

Alexis was so successful here at Prospect College and was a very determined student! She put the work in and we are proud to share her success story! She landed her first job right out of school as a Medical Assistant at @bella.cache Bella Cache Wellness Center! This is where we placed her for her…Read More

By Callie Malvik on 01/10/2019 https://www.rasmussen.edu/degrees/health-sciences/blog/9-reasons-become-medical-assistant/ There’s a lot that goes into transitioning to a new career—especially when you have a family. The years and money that often get poured into earning a degree can seem burdensome in a number of ways. The best thing you can do for both yourself and for your family is to study…Read More

A quick view of our Dupont circle campus. Our 3 programs are Medical Assisting, Medical Office Administration and PC Specialist(Javascript, HTML/css, Microsoft office) Training. We were voted one of the best Medical Assisting colleges in DC.Read More

  Prospect College Prospect College is a premier technical and career training institution in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Our mission is to provide students with knowledge, hands-on practical experience and skills necessary for them to secure and retain productive and rewarding careers as Medical Assistant, Medical Administration Assistant and PC Specialist. http://www.prospectcollege.edu Fortis With locations in Maryland and…Read More

Are you preparing for a job interview for a medical assistant position? Familiarizing yourself with these common interview questions will help you have answers ready and feel more comfortable. It might also help to have a friend use these questions to give you a practice interview. 1. Tell me a little about yourself. This is a…Read More

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A fascinating listen for all Medical Assisting students. Thanks to the Medical Assistants with experience Network group on facebook and Lawrence Laganelli for doing this podcast. Download Podcast http://www.insidemedicalassisting.com/home/an-unspoken-purpose-of-the-medical-assisting-profession/   Credits: Lawrence Laganelli, Producer Administrator, Medical Assistants with Experience Network Group  The Largest Online Medical Assisting FaceBook Group In The U.S.A.  Administrator, National Allied Health Educators Networking Facebook…Read More

What Kind of Person Makes a Great MA? For many medical assistants, they aren’t just assisting a physician; they are making personal connections that deeply impact relationships with their patients. As a medical assistant, you will get to know your patients on a personal level. You will be with them at challenging times in their…Read More

There are pros and cons to any job. If you are considering a medical assistant career, make sure you weigh your options and look at the good and not-so-good. Medical Assistants often love what they do but is this career right for you? Pros Job Opportunities With an aging U.S. population and expanded healthcare coverage through…Read More

A great article by Stephanie Tache of aafp.org on the benefits of what a Medical Assistant can do for your practice. Link to full articlehttps://www.aafp.org/fpm/2005/0400/p51.html Medical assistants can be versatile and valuable additions to family medicine practices. Stephanie Taché, MD, MPH, and Susan Chapman, PhD, RN Fam Pract Manag. 2005 Apr;12(4):51-54. In the interests of cost-effectiveness and…Read More

Read the original article herehttps://www.registerednursing.org/medical-assistant/salary/ How Much Does a Medical Assistant Make? The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is a great resource when researching career pay, job, outlook, and growth. According to 2018 data from the BLS, medical assistants make a mean salary of $33,610 annually. However, it’s important to realize the BLS reports mean salaries –…Read More

A day in the life of a Medical Assistant by Sharlene Colon. We love seeing the life.Read More

Helping others has always been a part of who you are. Whether you’ve always been the friend with tissues and ibuprofen at the ready, or the one binging on medical dramas during your downtime, everyone knows you’ve been destined for a career in the medical field since childhood.Read More

Medical Assistant is undoubtedly a promising career. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).1, Employment of Medical Assistants is projected to increase by 23 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for any other occupation. Such impressive growth is due to the growth of the aging baby-boom population. More Medical…Read More

Are you currently bored in your current career? Are you interested in working with computers? If so, the PC Specialist Program at Prospect College may be the perfect fit for you! What is a PC program specialist you might ask? A Computer Specialist or Computer Technician is someone who is passionate about helping others through…Read More

Once you’ve landed the job as a medical assistant, you can expect to make anywhere from $25-45 k per year! As far as job growth, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a whopping 29 percent job growth in the field through 2026. This is because medical practices and clinics need more trained staff to…Read More

Our Medical Assistant program prepares students for a career in the healthcare industry as a front or back office assistant. This is ideal for students who have a passion working people in a medical setting. Recent data shows that Medical Assistant jobs are projected to grow!Read More

Trade school, sometimes referred to as technical school, is a post-secondary institution that is designed to train students for a specific job in a skilled trade career. The most important aspect of trade schools is that they provide students with hands-on training and experience that will prepare them to work in their chosen fields.Read More