WHY A CAREER IN THE ALLIED HEALTH INDUSTRY?

Health care is dynamic and exciting work!

A career in the health care industry can provide men and women with rewarding work in a variety of medical specialties, while facilitating interactions with other medical professionals, increased job satisfaction, and the opportunity to work with and alongside people of all ages in every part of the country.

According to U.S. government statistics, health care is one of the largest and fastest growing industries in the United States.

WHO ARE WE?

PCI Health Training Center – Dallas - Richardson, Texas is a private medical training school structured to meet the educational needs of its students who desire a challenging and rewarding career in the growing allied health care industry.

Since 1978 the medical school has been preparing highly trained individuals for careers in the allied health care industry. The school originated as the Academy for Medical and Dental Assistants and was founded by Dr. Roy Rose.

In 1983 the school was purchased by the Texas Education Corporation and received its initial accreditation that year.

In May of 1990 Prince Careers Inc. purchased the campus to continue its tradition of providing highly skilled personnel for the growing allied health industry under the name PCI Health Training Center.

PCI made the commitment long ago, to provide training only for the allied heath careers, and we continue to concentrate our efforts in this area exclusively.

Through student focused, specialized, short-term career training programs, PCI can prepare an individual with the necessary skills and technical knowledge to begin functioning immediately upon graduation as a medical health care professional.

JOB PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE

At PCI, we're interested in your long-term employment prospects in the healthcare industry. Graduates in good standing are eligible to use the career services of the PCI Health Training Center Lifetime Placement Assistance at anytime during your healthcare career and career counseling workshops are available to assist in your job search. MORE

Employers / Graduates
Visit www.medcareers.org an on-line resource for PCI Health Training Center graduates and employers in the healthcare industry. Let us help you with your staffing needs!

STUDENT FINANCIAL AID

PCI Health Training Center participates in the Title IV Student Financial Assistance programs administered by the U.S. Department of Education, which are college grant and loan programs available to financial aid students who qualify under federal guidelines.

Veterans and other persons eligible to receive VA benefits may utilize VA Educational benefits for attendance for the training programs.

A number of federal, state and local organizations offer a variety of financial help in the form of student financial aid, guaranteed student loans, tuition assistance, financial aid scholarships, education grants, daycare assistance, transportation assistance, affordable tuition financing, etc. contact these entities directly.

SHORT TERM TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

Within these short-term training programs there are a number of career medical specialty, offering the PCI Health Training Center graduate a multitude of career path possibilities from which to choose. More About Programs

Dental Assistant * Disclosure

The Dental Assistant * program prepares a graduate to work as an entry-level Dental Assistant, Dental Receptionist, Office Manager or Dental Hygienist Assistant in a dental office, specialty practice, dental clinic or hospital. Graduates will be able to assist the dentist in a variety of dental procedures, take dental x-rays, perform various laboratory duties and perform administrative tasks using dental software. This program is taught with a combination of lecture, practical exercises in the dental operatory and dental lab and with real-world experience during the externship portion of training conducted off-campus at dental facilities... MORE

Medical Assistant Disclosure

Medical Assistant This program prepares a graduate to work as an entry-level Medical Assistant. Within this general career category are a number of specialty areas, including Administrative Office Assistant, Clinic Assistant, Medical Office Manager, Phlebotomist, Physical Therapy Technician in a doctor's or dental office, clinic or hospital... MORE

Medical Office Assistant Program Disclosure

Medical Office Assistant The Medical office assistant Program at PCI Health Training Center prepares a graduate to work as an entry-level medical front office assistant, receptionist, insurance biller, insurance coding /collector, appointment scheduler, or medical records clerk in healthcare centers, clinics, hospitals, ambulatory care centers, and medical billing offices... MORE

Patient Care Technician program Disclosure

Patient Care Technician The Patient Care Technician Program at PCI Health Training Center prepares a graduate to work as an entry-level Patient Care Technician in a hospital, nursing home or rehabilitation center... MORE

ADMISSIONS INFORMATION

Application for school admission to either campus may be made by applying in person at the PCI Health Training Center Admissions Offices during normal business hours or by scheduling an appointment with a PCI Admissions Representative at 214-785-8360
 

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WHY US

PCI Health Training Center we only focus on career education for the medical field. Individuals who are serious about a career in the allied health industry will find these programs at PCI Health Training Center able to help you quickly meet your medical career planning goals and increase your employment opportunitys.

  • Short-Term Medical Training

    We provide short-term career training programs that can be completed in approximately 9 months or less. The Medical Office Assistant and Patient Care Technician the programs can be completed in only 6 months the medical Assistant course is only 9 months. This allows you to be job ready for your new allied health career in less than one year!

  • Hands-On LAB Training

    Online medical training often overlooks or simply ignores the importance of hands-on laboratory knowledge and training. At PCI Health Training Centers our students receive laboratory training beginning with the very first week of classes. We believe that the graduate that is confident with their clinical and laboratory skills is the graduate that will get the job!

  • Training From Experienced Medical Professionals

    All PCI faculty members have a number of years of practical experience in the allied health care field. The faculty includes doctors, nurses and medical professionals with experience levels from five to more than twenty years in the industry.

  • Small Classes with Personalized Treatment

    Smaller class sizes make the training more personalized with a lower student to teacher ratio. Students are afforded as much one-on-one time as necessary with their instructors to insure that every student achieves the necessary skills required by his or her training program. If a student has a question or concern about their training or other matters the schools administrative offices maintain an open-door policy and encourage students to seek their assistance.

  • Flexible Scheduling

    Students can choose from a variety of class schedules that will accommodate their personal or work schedule. Many PCI students are working adults seeking to upgrade their skills or start a new career in the medical field. With two convenient campus locations in Dallas and Richardson offering day time, afternoon and evening classes, we have a schedule that will fit your busy life style.

  • Job Search, Placement and Lifetime Career Assistance.

    PCI students receive career guidance in resume writing and career development, job search, and practice interviews during their medical training. Upon graduation, the school will help them find a job in their career field upon graduation. PCI also provides job availability information to in-school students on local companies offering temporary or short-term employment to help students offset their training expenses.

  • Affordable Tuition Financing

    Student Financial Aid assistance is available to all eligible PCI students. As an accredited educational institution, PCI has available several federal financial assistance programs for those who qualify.