Akron Institute

Overview

Established in 1970, Akron Institute is part of the Herzing Educational System which operates over a dozen campuses in the US and Canada. Akron offers its students programs which lead to successful careers in the allied health, information technology, and administration fields. Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association. For further information, The Higher Learning Commission can be contacted by phone at 800-621-7440 or on the Commission's website at: www.ncahlc.org. In addition, the school's medical assisting program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Programs are targeted to meet certification standards established by industry leaders, including the Ohio Dental Association and the American Association of Medical Assistants. Herzing University holds programmatic accreditation or approvals at selected locations in a variety of allied health programs.

Points of Distinction

Industry externships
Provides individual assistance during the job search process
Works with area employers to develop job leads and interviews

Areas of Study

The Akron Institute offers diploma and associate degree programs in the following areas of study:

Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration (AASBA)
Associate of Applied Science in Computer Networking and Security Technology
Associate of Applied Science in Dental Assisting
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Billing & Insurance Coding
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AASN)
Diploma in Dental Assisting
Diploma in Medical Assisting
Diploma in Medical Billing & Insurance Coding

Admissions

The Akron Institute admissions process is a simple one. All high school graduates and individuals who have successfully completed their GED (General Educational Development) tests are eligible for admission. Prospective students must take a school tour prior to enrollment and submit to an interview by an admissions representative. For some programs, a physical examination, lab test and/or vaccination will be required upon enrollment. An enrollment fee of $25.00 completes the process.

Faculty

The Akron faculty is comprised of caring and knowledgeable professionals who continually demonstrate their commitment to the success of their students. Their goal is to provide students with highly marketable skills in high demand career fields and to help ensure that the career objectives of all students are met.

Student Body

The student body is comprised of approximately 300 students, about 70% of which are in a full-time status. Female students comprise about 85% of the full-time student body, based on recent enrollment data.

Student Life

Akron Institute is a commuter campus located in Ohio. The City of Akron is within 30 miles of two major airports, making it is an ideal location for traveling students. The student experience is enhanced by the opportunity for all students to work with the Institute to build long-lasting relationships both during and after completion of programs.

Programs of Study

(Note: Not all programs are necessarily available at all locations.)

Business And Management

Accounting
Bookkeeping and Payroll Accounting
Business Administration
Business Administration - Business Management
Technology Management

Computer Science And Engineering

Computer Network Technology
Network Systems

Medical Administration

Health Care Management
Health Information Management
Medical Billing and Insurance Coding
Medical Office Administration

Medical Support And Technology

Dental Assistant
Dental Assisting
Medical Assistant
Medical Assisting
Medical Laboratory Technician

Nursing And Emergency Medicine

Nursing - RN

Akron Institute Degrees or Coursework

(Note: Not all degrees and coursework are necessarily available for all programs of study.)

Degrees or Coursework

Associate
Bachelor
Diploma

Akron Institute Campus Locations

Ohio

Cuyahoga Falls

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