Illinois School Of Health Careers

Highlights

• Providing career education since 1990
• Externships offer valuable career experience
• Focused on training for entry-level healthcare jobs
• Diplomas available for completion in less than one year
• Received accreditation by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools

About the School

Illinois School of Health Careers offers career-training diploma programs for entry-level positions in medical assisting, dental assisting, phlebotomy and massage therapy. The programs combine classroom learning with hands-on training. According to the school, they continually evaluate and update their curriculums. Illinois School of Health Careers is owned by ForeFront Education.

Academic Programs

The school's programs include:

• Dental Assistant – Offers a variety of courses including, restoration procedures, dental radiology, structures of the head and oral cavity, dental specialties and laboratory procedures. Students are able to acquire experience through an externship.
• Medical Assistant – Combines training in administrative and clinical procedures. The program also provides computer skills and an externship.
• Massage Therapy – Students receive hands-on training at the on-site clinic. Students learn basic, advanced and clinical massage techniques. Hydrotherapy, anatomy, physiology and pathology are also included in the program.
• Phlebotomy – Offers a thorough review of phlebotomy. The program also includes anatomy, physiology, electrocardiograph, vital signs and other subjects.

Faculty

The instructors are experts in their teaching field and many of them are healthcare professionals that are ready to provide first hand training based on their experiences.

Student Life

The school typically has about 400 students and the majority of them are women. Illinois School of Health Careers personnel assist graduates with finding employment, including help in preparing resumes and job interviewing skills.

Admissions and Financial Aid

To attend the school a high school diploma or a GED certificate is required. Regarding financial assistance, Illinois School of Health Careers has been approved by the U.S. Department of Education to participate in Federal Title IV programs such as Pell grants and loans.