Brookline College

Highlights

• Providing education since 1979
• Some programs completed in as little as eight months
• No-cost child care at school's Child Activity Center
• Offers on-campus career fairs
• Provides continual placement assistance to alumni
• Flexible schedules including morning, afternoon, evening, and online classes
• Accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools

About the School

Brookline College offers accelerated career-oriented programs in the fields of business, healthcare, nursing and legal. The college provides undergraduate degrees and diplomas. Hands-on learning is a major part of the programs.

Academic Programs

In the healthcare fields Brookline College offers studies for medical assistant, medical insurance billing and coding, and patient care technician. Business areas of study include management, accounting, public administration, business administration, and business technology. Legal studies include paralegal, justice administration, and legal secretary. Its nursing program readies students for a wide range of entry-level positions.

More details for several of Brookline College's programs are shown below:

• Nursing Associate Degree – Students are prepared for entry-level jobs in various areas of nursing. The program includes training in a laboratory setting and classroom learning. In addition, students gain clinical experience at a healthcare facility.
• Medical Assistant Diploma – Offers comprehensive training in administrative and clinical procedures. The curriculum includes a strong foundation in medical legal documentation, technology and electronic medical records.
• Patient Care Technician Diploma – Blends classroom learning with laboratory based training. Extensive hands-on learning is provided through externships at healthcare facilities.
• Management Bachelor's Degree – Students study economics, leadership and managerial technology. The curriculum also includes a review of contemporary management theories.
• Paralegal Studies Associate Degree – Provides training in legal research, analyzing case law, legal writing and professional ethics. Graduates have opportunities to seek entry-level jobs in a variety of legal settings including courts, insurance offices, law firms, corporate legal departments and government agencies.
• Business Technology Specialist Diploma – Students are taught business principles, the basics of accounting and management and communication skills. Training in utilizing business software applications is also included.

Learning Options

• Students may select from morning, afternoon and evening classes
• Online courses are available
• The college offers frequent enrollment opportunities
• Classes are held four days a week

Faculty

The courses are taught by experienced instructors. Many of the teachers have advanced degrees.

Student Life

Career Services representatives provide graduates with a variety of help including finding job openings, scheduling interviews, resume writing and interviewing techniques.

Admissions and Financial Aid

Admission personnel are available to assist applicants with the admissions process. A personal interview is part of the enrolling procedure. The financial aid staff members are available to assist students in putting together a financial aid package. Financial aid such as Federal Pell Grants and loans as well as scholarships and VA benefits are available to eligible students.