Here are some tips for selecting schools, based on an analysis comparing each school to all others across dozens of factors:
Schools Concentrating On Medical Assistants
- Focus: For schools with a focus on this career area, look at Pima Community College and Cochise.
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- Request Info: For the fastest information for prospective students, look at the Spotlight schools on this page.
Student Body
- Diverse: For a diverse student body, consider Cochise, Phoenix College, and Pima Community College.
- Adult Learners: For lots of adult learners, consider Yavapai College, Mohave Community College, Phoenix College, and Cochise.
School Setting
- Out of State: For geographic diversity, take note of Cochise, Yavapai College, Phoenix College, and Pima Community College.
- Dorms: For a residential campus environment, take note of Eastern Arizona College, Yavapai College, and Cochise.
Student/Alumnus Reviews of Schools for This Career and State
The University Of Arizona • Tucson, AZ
Studying Medical Assistance Program (completion in 2001)
• 12/25/2011
"It was a great school. Top in medical studies."
Ratings are on a 1-10 scale
| Characteristic | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Would Recommend? | yes | I would recommend it to anyone looking to go into medical assistance. It is amazing. |
| Program Reputation | 10 | U of A has a great reputation! They are a powerhouse in medical studies. |
| Program Quality | 7 | Class sizes were large. Lectures and program were easily understood and thoroughly explained. |
| Instruction | 9 | I was really prepared. I knew how to handle my situation once I got in my job. |
| How Difficult | 9 | The University of Arizona has a rigorous medical program, but it is one of the best in the country. |
| Hands-On vs. Bookish | There was work with cadavers a lot, as well as book learning. | |
| Schedule Flexibility | 9 | Since I was enrolled in college, the hours were okay. There were some late nights. |
| Academic Facilities | 9 | Libraries were abundant. The school has a great campus. |
| Social Life | 10 | I had a great social life with those in the program. They were very kind. |
| Placement Services | 9 | I was helped quickly in finding a career that suits my needs. I am very happy. |
| Alumni Network | 3 | I do not really make an effort to get in touch with the alumni. They do reach out to me. |
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