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Recommend a great school? - iansmomm


Posted: Apr 30, 2010

I am researching MT schools, and would like input from current MT's on which schools they suggest, taking all factors into consideration; price, course outline, payment program, length of program, etc. I am also considering billing and coding. I am an LPN, 8 years now, I know all of the terminology, A&P, but prefer to refresh my memory on it all. You may email me at *******************

Thanks!

iansmomm

iansmomm - Old MTSO

[ In Reply To ..]
You cannot go wrong with Andrews. They are number one. M-TEC would be my second choice. The cost should not be nearly so much of a consideration as the quality of education you will receive. The market is tough, tough, tough out there and you will be competing with many seasoned MTs with years of experience once you graduate and want to get a job. You want to give yourself the very best chance to build a broad knowledge base that will enable you to succeed. Avoid the so-called "matchbook schools," i.e., those that advertise in women's magazines and often say you can make 40K a year or so effortlessly, yada, yada in big bold type. I would also avoid going to those "informational seminars" which are really nothing more than infomercials done live. Be absolutely certain that whatever school you choose uses the SUM program. You are doing the right thing to do your research. Have competent legal counsel review any contract a school wants you to sign before you sign it. Good luck to you and I hope you find a school that is the perfect fit!


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