National Veterinary Technician Week 2023
30 Years of Celebration Your beloved pets deserve the best healthcare possible, and that requires the attentive help of everyone on the veterinary clinic team! The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) recognized that and created a week intended to celebrate these professionals: National Veterinary Technician Week! Declared to fall on October 15-21, 2023, this year marks the 30th celebration. Because the celebration now spans three decades, the quite fitting theme is “Pearls of Wisdom,” pearls being the symbol of the 30th wedding anniversary. NAVTA has collected valuable advice from many Credentialed Veterinary Technicians that can guide you
READ MOREThe Veterinary Assistant to Veterinary Technician Career Jump
Making a change in your career is a major decision that requires plenty of thought and planning. To land a new role, a certain degree or certification may be necessary. You might need to go back to school or undergo additional training to be fully qualified. The day-to-day of your next position may look a bit different from anything you have done previously. It should not be surprising, then, that there is lots to consider when making the jump from veterinary assistant to veterinary technician. If you are a veterinary assistant aspiring to become a veterinary technician, we’ve come up
READ MOREUnderstanding Your Financial Options when Paying for Training
Tuition Assistance: Keeping it Simple Applying for federal financial aid can be intimidating, to say the least; especially if it is your first time. Milwaukee Career College understands there can be a lot of questions you need answered and understanding how the process works can be vital to your success. We want to keep it simple and give you the tools you need to take the next step. Here are the first 5 steps to take to get you started. Understand FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the form a college student is required to fill out
READ MOREMedical Assistants Recognition Week 2023
What is Medical Assistants Day? National Medical Assistants Day falls on October 18, 2023, however, many observe the entire third week of October as Medical Assistants Appreciation Week! This time of designated gratitude was created in 1980 by the American Association of Medical Assistants. This year marks over 40 years of celebration with the theme “Medical Assistants Shine Bright,” emphasizing the trail of light they leave behind with their compassionate care! Keep reading to learn about the many responsibilities of medical assistants, how important their contribution is, and why they deserve special recognition! A Vast and Vital Career Field There
READ MORE8 Tips for Medical Assistants in Senior Care
Medical Assistants help patients in all areas of the healthcare industry, which is great news when America has a rapidly aging population to account for. By the year 2030, America is estimated to have approximately 71 million Americans aged 65 or older. That’s a 200% increase from the year 2000. This means there are many more elderly individuals in assisted living or nursing care than ever before. Thus, there are more opportunities for medical assistants in senior care. Medical Assistants can help anyone at any age, from the youngest babies all the way up to elderly patients. They can share
READ MOREMedical Assistant Terminology to Know
Healthcare facilities cannot run without medical assistants. As a medical assistant, you will spend a lot of time with patients performing clinical care. Sometimes you will be working at the front desk handling billing and administrative duties. These responsibilities demand that you learn the rules, regulations, and the language of medics that more often look like nothing but codes. Fortunately, you do not have to earn all that in one sitting. Milwaukee Career College is here to guide you on your path to becoming a medical assistant. With our hands-on learning approach, we ensure you have a good mastery of
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