If you have ever considered going to school for becoming a medical assistant, look no further than Star Career Academy. Star provides the necessary grounding in clinical and administrative procedures used by entry-level Medical Assistants. This program prepares students to work in hospitals, clinics, doctor’s offices and other health care settings. Throughout training, students learn the basics of anatomy, physiology and pathology along with current medical terminology. To improve employment prospects, students also learn important communications and human relations skills and are taught the professional, legal and ethical standards expected of today’s health care worker. A 200-hour externship in a working health care facility provides the hands-on practice and experience needed for permanent employment readiness.
Star Career Academy offers courses in Medical Assistant, Insurance and Health Information Technology, Dialysis Technician, Cardiology Technician, Surgical Technology.
Financial Aid and Admission
Star Career Academy participates in Title IV Federal Student Financial Assistance programs.
In order to be considered for admission into a Star Career Academy school, an applicant must:
Be a high school graduate, G.E.D. holder; or demonstrate the ability to benefit from the program of study as determined by the U.S. Department of Education (see below). Be 18 years of age, or over 17 and either out of school for one year, or with a letter of release from high school; and Undergo an admissions interview to demonstrate an understanding of and interest in the program of study, and be able to benefit from the training provided. Meet any special requirement for the program of study (see the official school catalogue for more information).
Accreditation
Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)
Locations in
Brick Campus 150 Brick Blvd. Brick, NJ 08723
Clifton Campus 1231 Main Ave. Clifton, NJ 07011
Egg Harbor Township Campus 3003 English Creek Ave., Unit 212 (English Creek Shopping Center) Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
Newark Campus 550 Broad St. (3rd Floor) Newark, NJ 07102
Norristown Campus 2501 Monroe Blvd. Norristown, PA 19403
Philadelphia Campus 2371 Welsh Rd. (Next to Social Security) Philadelphia, PA 19114
New York Campus 154 West 14th St. New York, NY 10011