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The Thompson Institute
Students at The Thompson Institute enjoy small class sizes and personal attention from highly qualified instructors. The school's campuse in south-central Pennsylvania features classrooms equipped with medical equipment similar to what you find on the job. Courses are career oriented, and feature hands-on training.
Programs and Courses of Study
Dental Assistant
Students in this program learn chairside assisting procedures used in the dental office. Students also learn preventive dentistry and dental radiology. Finally, students get an introduction to office procedures, including computer use, records management, and keeping inventory.The program includes a 300 hour externship.
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Medical Assistant
The medical assistant training program prepares graduates for medical assistant positions, not only in doctor's offices and medical clinics, but at insurance companies, medical supply companies, and pharmaceutical companies. Students learn clinical and administrative procedures. Special attention is paid to infection and disease control and therapeutic care.
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Medical Office Management
This certificate program includes training on medical insurance and insurance plans, patient processing, dental administration, and computerized office management. Students participate in a 160 hour internship at the end of the program.
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Admissions and Financial Aid
All prospective students are required to participate in an interview with one of the school's admissions counselor. During the interview, you can have all of your questions about the school and its programs answered. For more information on the admissions process, or to schedule an interview, complete an online request form. The school realizes the importance of financing in planning for an education, and has a financial aid department to assist each student in obtaining all aid that is available.
The Thompson Institute
3010 Market St.
Philadelphia, PA 19104