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New Land, New Career: What You Need To Know to Succeed

Posted: August 24, 2018 by Catie Bergin

When you come to the states, you come with a fresh start and the opportunity to build the kind of life you’ve always dreamed of. At The Allen School, we help train students from all walks of life who want to work in the medical assisting field. Medical assisting is one of the fastest-growing fields […] Read More

Skills That Every Medical Assistant Should Have

Posted: August 23, 2018 by Catie Bergin

Medical assisting is quickly becoming one of the most popular careers in America. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts job growth within the field reaching 29% in the next ten years, making it one of the fastest-growing job markets in the country. With the incredible job opportunities, room to grow within the field, and flexibility […] Read More

The Top 5 Things to Know About Taking the CNA Exam

Posted: August 22, 2018 by Catie Bergin

A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) career is an essential piece of the healthcare industry, as well as a highly sought-after profession amongst those pursuing work in healthcare. It offers flexibility, a good salary, and opportunities to make a difference. At the Allen School of Health Sciences, we’ve specially tailored our premier Nursing Assistant Program to […] Read More

Bilingual Jobs: How Nurse Assistants Use Language to Improve Care

Posted: August 21, 2018 by Catie Bergin

Advantages of Being a Bilingual Nursing Assistant

The nursing assisting field is one of the most rapidly expanding in the nation. As more and more Americans are reaching retirement age, their medical demands become more pressing, as does the need for highly qualified professionals in the medical field. Working in the nursing assisting field is a challenging, rewarding career, and is highly […] Read More

What to Wear for a Medical Assistant Interview

Posted: August 21, 2018 by Catie Bergin

Updated August 17, 2021 You don’t get a second chance at a first impression, and at job interviews, first impressions are vitally important. In just an hour, employers will get an idea of who you are, what your work ethic is, and whether you’ll fit their team, and it all comes down to how you […] Read More

4 Great Apps for Medical Assistant Students

Posted: August 21, 2018 by Catie Bergin

Smartphones are an essential part of everyday life for many people. Smartphone technology has gotten so advanced that your iPhone or Android can act as a library, a music player, a map, an email server, or even a personal assistant. However, did you know that your phone can also help you in your career as […] Read More

Closer to the Dream: Time to Think About Nurse Assistant Training

Posted: August 20, 2018 by Catie Bergin

Many people come to America for one very important reason, to make a better life for themselves. America is a land of opportunity, with many different paths you can follow. While this can be exciting, it can also be challenging as you try to figure out what you want to do. If you’re looking for […] Read More

Active Listening Skills Every Healthcare Professional Needs

Posted: August 13, 2018 by Catie Bergin

In your time here at the Allen School you will learn many new things from clinical skills to professional best practices that will all help you begin your career as a healthcare professional. However one of the most important skills you can develop as you start working towards your goal of becoming a Medical or […] Read More

August is Immunization Awareness Month

Posted: August 9, 2018 by Catie Bergin

August is Immunization Awareness month. Today we take a look at the top ten facts about vaccines from the World Health Organization (WHO). As a future healthcare provider it is important that you are aware of these facts so you are able to help your patients understand the importance of immunizing themselves and their children […] Read More

Teeth – Managers of Good Health!!

Posted: August 1, 2018 by Catie Bergin

I know you are asking what does this mean? The first stop in digestion is the mouth; the teeth do the grinding and chewing of food so that saliva can begin the breaking down of food for use by the body. The muscles of mastication (chewing) are very strong which puts lots of force behind […] Read More