Medical Assisting

The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), disability (physical or mental), age (40 and older), citizenship status, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, AIDS/HIV, medical condition, political activities or affiliations, or status as a victim of domestic violence, assault or stalking regarding college admission, access, treatment, or employment in any of its activities or programs. All admitted students must be able to read, write and understand English at a high school proficient level (all courses at the college are taught in English and no translation services are provided). A student may be enrolled in only one educational program at a time.

General Admissions Requirements

Once an applicant has completed and submitted the application packet and required documentation, the school reviews the information and informs the applicant if eligible for admission. If an applicant is not accepted, all fees paid to the school are refunded. The school follows an open enrollment system. The following criteria must be met before the student's start date:

• An applicant must be at least 17 years of age, and if an applicant is 17 years of age at the time of enrollment, a parent or legal guardian must co-sign the enrollment agreement. Note: Students must be 18 years of age at the start of any clinical or externship activity as required by their program of choice.
• Provide proof of completion of 12th grade level education (see Proof of High School Graduation below).
• Provide valid ID (Military IDs are prohibited).
• Must self-declare as a U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen as classified by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• Must have a valid social security number or Federal Tax ID number (for pre-licensure programs, nursing pre-requisite courses, and/or for federal Title IV financial aid eligibility).
• Achieve the program's passing score on any required entrance exam(s), as applicable.

General Admissions Procedures

The College requires all applicants to complete the following process prior to admission:

• Complete an Application for Admissions.
• Attend a live or virtual planning session, which includes both career and academic goals, with an Admissions Representative.
• Take and pass any required program testing requirements, as applicable.
• Complete a financial aid interview to develop a financial plan.
• Complete the enrollment agreement with an Admissions Representative to include collecting all necessary documentation.
• Meet with an appropriate Department Director to discuss any unusual enrollment circumstances or accommodations needed to successfully complete the program, as applicable.

Once all requirements have been completed, the Director of Admissions, Campus Director and/or applicable Academic Management review the application package for approval, and applicants are notified of their acceptance promptly.

Proof of High School Graduation

All students must show proof of completion of 12th grade level education in order to complete the enrollment process and be approved to start the program. Acceptable forms of proof include: a US High School Diploma or transcript from a state approved or US Department of Education approved school; G.E.D. certificate; homeschooling completion certificate; an Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's Degree or Doctorate obtained from a school with accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; or a foreign transcript evaluated by a recognized agency to be the equivalent of a U.S. High School Diploma.

Normal program completion time: 9 months. Method of Delivery: Hybrid. Seven courses run in 4-week “modules” sequentially throughout the year. New students may start the program in whichever module is offered at that time. After successful completion of all non-Externship modules, students are eligible to be scheduled for a full-time (40 hours per week) externship.

The Financial Aid (FA) Department strives to provide excellent service to deliver financial aid information to prospective, current & former students and their families. Information includes federal, state, institutional and private aid options to cover educational cost. FA Staff assist in the completion of required documents and processes all financial aid awards. The focus of the FA Office is helping students attend the college by alleviating or eliminating financial barriers and maximizing all available resources to help meet each student's financial needs.

Financial Aid is money that can be used to cover the costs associated with attending the college. This money can be in the form of grants, scholarships & federal loans. All loans & some grants must be repaid. All financial aid at the college is administered in accordance with the policies & procedures of the U.S. Department of Education. Unitek College is approved by the U.S. Department of Education to offer students the option of applying for federal financial aid through the Title IV program.

Cal Grant

Cal Grant (A, B & C) is a state-funded educational opportunity grant program administered by the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) to assist students in paying for a college education. All Cal Grant payments are credited to student accounts to cover outstanding tuition, fees, books & supplies. Cal Grants may be renewed if the recipient continues to meet the income, asset, unmet need eligibility requirements based on the results of a current Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Private Lending Options

Private loans are available to students through various lending institutions to help pay educational expenses. Private loans, which are not insured by the federal government, have repayment terms that vary depending on the lender. The college encourages students to explore federal & state grants & loans, & to consider the anticipated monthly loan payments along with expected future earnings before considering a private education loan.

Scholarships & Grants

All institutional scholarships and grants are offered with the expectation that students will enroll on a full-time basis and remain enrolled for the semester, term or payment period for which they were intended. Institutional offerings include Alumni Grants (MA to VN or BSN, PN/VN to BSN, ASVN to BSN, and NATP), the Cellan Education Resources Opportunity Grant, the Ontario Healthcare Workforce Inaugural Grant, the VN Prerequisite Course Scholarship for Veterans, and the Yellow Ribbon Program for qualifying Post-9/11 GI Bill funded students. Unitek College is also approved by the California State Approving Agency for Veterans Education (CSAAVE) to accept students using GI Bill® funding.

Total program tuition is $14,880 (tuition only; any fees billed separately).

A Career Services team member assists students and/or graduates with enhancing their professional skills and career-readiness to successfully obtain employment in their chosen field. Students' success in this relationship depends largely on:

• Attendance at all one-on-one sessions, meetings, seminars or workshops to which a student is invited by Career Services staff
• Submitting a resume as requested by the Career Services staff
• Demonstration of professional conduct and appearance

Students and graduates may receive employment assistance tailored to their individual circumstances and needs, which may consist of any of the following:

• Career development planning, career coaching and interviewing skills
• Preparation of resumes, cover letters and thank-you letters
• Establishing references
• Career Development seminars and workshops
• Communication and Public Speaking skills
• Job search techniques and networking skills
• Professional development in a business setting
• Reviewing “dress for success” strategies
• Volunteer opportunities
• Electronic and “Hot” Job leads

The Career Services staff is here to assist students and/or graduates but cannot and do not guarantee employment. To qualify for employment assistance after leaving school, students must have successfully completed their education program and satisfied all financial obligations with the College.

Methods of Delivery

Residential: Residential courses meet on campus in a traditional classroom and/or laboratory setting. Online: Online courses are offered through an online learning management system; students have access to their online courses 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Hybrid: In hybrid or blended programs students meet with faculty face-to-face onsite each week while enrolled in campus-based courses; other courses required in the program, such as general education courses, are delivered online and supported by both the online instructor and campus-based tutors as needed.

Library / Learning Resource Center

Learning Resource Centers (LRCs) provide a wide range of core reference materials such as online databases and search engines, instructional and resource CDs, books, and pertinent trade, professional and academic periodicals. In addition, LRCs are equipped with computers featuring a variety of software and a high-speed Internet connection, giving students access to a multitude of tools and information to assist them in all aspects of their education. Each LRC is staffed with a professionally trained librarian who maintains the LRC inventory, assists students, and conducts orientations designed to train them to effectively find, retrieve and integrate the information they need to solidify their learning.