Flagstaff Health Care School at CollegeAmerica
Start Your Health Care Career in Flagstaff, AZ!
Named after a Ponderosa Pine flagpole constructed by a scouting party from Boston in 1876, the city of Flagstaff lies at the edge of the largest Ponderosa Pine forest in the United States. Located in the heart of Flagstaff, CollegeAmerica is a leader in health care education and training.
There are many questions you must be asking yourself about going to health care school. How much is it going to cost? Is financial aid available? How long does it take? What type of degree will I receive? Will I be able to find a job? All great questions and answers are available.
Below is just some basic information about CollegeAmerica's health care program, but if you really want to learn more, fill out the short questionnaire and a representative from the school will contact you answer any additional questions about how to apply, costs, financial aid, entrance requirements, and scholarship availability.
CollegeAmerica – Flagstaff
1800 S. Milton Rd. Suite 104
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
About CollegeAmerica
As an institution, CollegeAmerica was formed in 1964. It was originally started to provide vocational training in the most-needed fields in the job market. It offers fast-paced educational training meant to get students on the road to employment.
They pride themselves on offering comprehensive learning options in an accelerated format, meaning that the emphasis is on careers after school. The Flagstaff, Arizona location offers an Associate Degree in Medical Specialties, which can be finished in as little as 20 months.
OAS in Medical Specialties
The Medical Specialties OAS degree covers a wide range of skills necessary for entry-level health care jobs. It includes training in physical therapy, coding & billing, phlebotomy, medical assisting, and even massage therapy.
Unlike most programs offered at other schools, all this training is provided by one degree. Graduates are trained to take a number of certification exams, including Certified Nursing Assistant licensure, NCICS-Billing and Coding, NCPT Phlebotomy, and Pharmacy Technician licensure (although none of these are guaranteed by the school).
Faculty & Facilities
The school offers flexible schedules and class times, including evening classes and start times every month. Although their facilities are spread throughout the West in an attempt to meet the demands of a variety of students, they also offer a number of their programs online.
In keeping with the school's focus on post-graduation employment, their technology, classrooms, and educators are chosen with current industry standards in mind.
Accreditation
CollegeAmerica is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology and is therefore recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Financial Aid
Federal and state funding in the form of grants and loans are available to those who qualify according to national standards and the FAFSA form. The financial aid office offers assistance in finding and filling out paperwork for the necessary funding options.
They list their private lenders as Sallie Mae, Citibank, CollegeInvest, U.S.Bank, and KeyBank. The school also offers career services during school and after graduation to better ensure post-school employment opportunities.
Going to School in Flagstaff, AZ
A great place to live, Flagstaff has received numerous awards and commendations for the quality of life its residents enjoy. From National Geographic naming Flagstaff as one of the "10 Great Towns That Will Make You Feel Young", to Men's Journal placing Flagstaff number two on its Best Places to Live list, the city of Flagstaff is the perfect location to live, work, and go to school.
Located in the midst of natural beauty, Flagstaff lies on the edge of the Colorado Plateau. In addition, the highest point in Arizona, Humphreys Peak, is located just 10 miles to the north of the city. Also located within a short distance of Flagstaff is the Oak Creek Canyon, Grand Canyon National Park, and the historic Route 66.
Home to a diverse economy, companies such as Purina, Nestle, Walgreens and Petcare all retain a strong presence in the town. While the economy of Flagstaff's early days was based upon the ranching, railroad and lumber industries, modern-day Flagstaff is a diverse and exciting place to work.
A great place to live, students of CollegeAmerica will love going to school in Flagstaff, AZ!
More Information
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