Updated Content 7/2/2024
Have you considered earning your degree online but want to be sure that your online program will provide you with a quality education? Choosing an accredited institution can help you ensure that the program’s curriculum is up-to-date so you will learn the skills you need to succeed in your new career. 
Want to learn more about accreditation and how United Career Institute (UCI)’s accelerated training programs can help you? If so, read on as we dive deeper into the importance of choosing an accredited online school!
What Does Accreditation Mean For Online Schools?
Accreditation is important when considering which institution to attend for multiple reasons, not only to ensure that students receive a high-quality education. For example, according to the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, some federal and state grants or loans can only be used for students who attend an accredited program. Additionally, some employers may use a school’s accreditation status to determine the credentials of new employees or provide tuition assistance.
United Career Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), which allows the institution to award associate degrees and diplomas for healthcare training programs. ABHES is an independent accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education since 1969. Attending an accredited school gives students peace of mind, knowing that the courses have been evaluated and approved by a third-party agency. Since the skills that students obtain in their training courses will be used in their healthcare careers, they must be held to high industry standards.
Earning a specialized associate degree from UCI allows students to take courses online and complete their lab and clinical experiences at local medical facilities while ensuring that the program meets industry standards. Along with being institutionally accredited, students in UCI’s online Medical Assisting diploma, online Medical Coding, online Clinical Medical Assistant, and online Medical Office Administration programs will be prepared to sit for industry-specific certification* exams. Students in the online/hybrid Practical Nursing program will prepare to sit for the NCLEX-PN^ exam.
What Are The Benefits Of Obtaining Certifications?
Earning an industry-specific certification proves to employers that you’ve mastered the appropriate skills for various allied healthcare positions, including medical assisting, medical coding, and medical office administration. As a student pursuing an online degree, certifications are essential because they show that you have the necessary understanding and skill level.
Another benefit of attending United Career Institute is that students will complete their training program in two years or less, allowing them to start their careers quicker than if they would attend a traditional college. UCI graduates complete their programs with certifications and hands-on experience, giving them a competitive edge in the workforce.
Why Choose United Career Institute?
United Career Institute has been training healthcare professionals since its establishment in 1987. UCI recognizes that students need the flexibility to balance family, work, and school, so we developed online healthcare training programs in medical assisting, medical coding, medical office administration, and practical nursing.
By taking classes online and then completing hands-on clinical and lab experiences at the UCI campus in Irwin, Pennsylvania, or at regional medical facilities, students can have the best of both worlds as they pursue their education.
Let Us Help You Start Your Dream Career!
Are you ready to take the next step to further your education at an accredited institution? Attending United Career Institute will equip you with the skills, knowledge, and opportunity to become certified in the healthcare industry. We are here to help you along the path to your new career. Contact us at 866-UCIONLINE or request information to get started today!
*Certification is contingent upon passing the corresponding industry certification exam.
^Passing the NCLEX-PN exam is required to become a Practical Nurse.