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Sanford-Brown Institute

Sanford-Brown Institute offers certificate, diploma, and degree programs in a number of health care related fields. The school's programs are career oriented, and focus on the skills needed to get the student's career started quickly. Many faculty members are practicing professionals in the fields they teach, and the school uses industry-current equipments in their labs. The Institute offers career assistance to all graduates.

Graduates of the school's programs have found employment at healthcare facilities including the Cleveland Clinic, Mount Sinai Hospital, Newark Beth Israel Hospital, and many more. Career preparation includes professional development coursework and resume reviews and submission. Graduates are eligible to return for refresher courses at no charge, on a space available basis.

Certificate and Diploma Programs and Courses of Study

Anesthesia Technologist - Associate Degree

This program, which conforms to the standards set by the American Association of Anesthesia Technicians/Technologists, prepares graduates to assist anesthesiologists in the operating room. Students learn to maintain anesthesia equipment and supplies, and to prepare equipment and patients prior to surgery. The program combines classroom instruction and clinical education, lasts 15 months, and is only offered at the Pittsburgh campus.

Get more information on the Anesthesia Technologist degree.

Cardiovascular Technology / Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Technology

The cardiovascular technology program teaches students to perform non-invasive diagnostic examinations, including EKG, echocardiographic testing, and EKG stress testing. In addition to learning to operate diagnostic equipment, students learn theory and gain clinical experience through an internship program.

Graduates of the Cardiovascular Technology program receive a degree in Tampa, and a certificate from the campuses in Atlanta, Iselin, NJ and Dallas. A certificate in Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Technology is awarded in Landover, Garden City, New York City and White Plains.

Learn more about the Cardiovascular Technology program at Sanford-Brown Institute.

Dental Assistant / Dental Assisting with Expanded Functions

These diploma programs prepare students for a variety of positions in the dental office, from chairside assisting to receptionist and front office work. Students learn dental terminology, anatomy and pathology, as they learn to assist the dentist in the lab and with dental procedures, including taking X rays.

The Dental Assistant program is offered in Monroeville and Trevose. The Expanded Functions program is offered in Ft. Lauderdale and Tampa. Click on the campus closest to you for more information

Diagnostic Medical Sonography / Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound

Learn the theory and application of Ultrasound technology in this 16 to 20 month program. Students are taught the theory of sonographic physics, gray scale and color flow sonography. They gain hands-on skills in areas including OB/GYN, abdominal sonography, and small parts sonography. Students participate in an internship program as part of their hands-on education.

Graduates of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program earn a degree in the Jacksonville, Pittsburgh and Tampa locations, a certificate from the Atlanta, Dallas, TX, Iselin NJ, New York City and White Plains campuses. The diploma in Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound is offered in Garden City.To learn more, click the name of the campus closest to you.

Health Care Administration - Long Term Care

This 18 month Associate degree program prepares the graduate for a position in the long term care field. Specialized courses include geriatric psychology, medical ethics, and death and dying. Students also receive a broad general education essential for developing personal communications skills.

Learn more about the Health Care Administration Degree from Sanford-Brown Institute-Melville.

Massage Therapy

Students learn almost two dozen Massage Therapy techniques and related modalities with hands-on practice. In addition, the programs provide an education in business skills for those who plan to open their own Massage Therapy clinics.

This program is offered in Ft. Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Monroeville, Pittsburgh and Tampa. The Atlanta campus offers a certificate in Advanced Massage Therapy.

Medical Assistant

The Medical Assistant program prepares graduates for medical assisting duties in a physician's office or clinic, including patient preparation, lab procedures, tests, and venipuncture. Students receive classroom education in medical administrative and clinical skills and gain practical clinical and lab experience through an externship.

The Medical Assistant program is offered at all of the Sanford-Brown campuses except Melville. Request more information.

Medical Coding and Billing Specialist

New procedures required by Federal legislation and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act have made the preparation, security and management of patient health information a critical part of health care operations today. The Medical Coding and Billing specialist program prepares graduates for positions in health information management. Students learn the proper procedures for preparing and coding medical records for insurance reimbursement, and the requirements for records maintenance and retention.

The Medical Coding and Billing Specialist Certificate or Diploma is offered at the all campuses except Melville. (Landover, Trevose and the Florida locations award a certificate or diploma in Medical Billing and Coding). Request more information from Sanford-Brown Institute.

Respiratory Therapy Associate Degree

This 22 month program includes nine terms of classroom and clinical instruction. Students take courses in anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology, in addition to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with respiratory illnesses. Students also take general education courses in computers, psychology, and other areas. Offered at the Monroeville location.

Learn more about the Respiratory Therapy degree program.

Surgical Technology

Prepare for a career as an operating room technician with an education in the theory and practice of surgical technology. With a combination of classroom and hands on experience, students learn to prepare patients for surgery, sterilize and prepare equipment for operating room use, and assist with tasks during surgery. Students can choose between daytime and evening class schedules, and participate in a full time internship program prior to graduation.

The Surgical Technology certificate program is offered at the following locations. Click a campus name to learn more. Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Tampa FL, Iselin NJ, and Houston, TX. The Pittsburgh campus offers an Associate degree

Admissions and Financial Aid

Prior to admission at Sanford-Brown Institute, students must have completed their high school education, and have completed an admissions interview at the desired campus. The schools financial aid advisors work with all students to determine qualifications for financial aid, including veteran's benefits, Pell grants, or employer reimbursement programs.

To find out more about the programs offered, schedule an interview, or learn about financial aid options, contact an admissions representative at your desired campus by clicking below.

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