The campus of Americare is in Wheaton, MD, which is a large suburb. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at Americare include, at the school's highest level, the Certificate.
The school is known for its programs in nursing and emergency medicine.
Admission at Americare is selective, not open to all who apply. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
In 2007, Americare had 158 students enrolled (101 full-time equivalent). The school has a large minority student population.
A lot of students at Americare attend part-time.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Americare School of Allied Health is to provide each student the opportunity for success by offering instruction and teaching the skills required to gain employment in the health care field as a Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant. We provide specialized training for the Nursing Assistant students that include all state and federal requirements necessary to prepare students to pass the State Competency Evaluations and to gain employment as a Nursing Assistant. The Medical Assistant program teaches all aspects of front and back office procedures required to gain employment in a doctor's office or Medical Clinic as a Medical Assistant. Upon successful completion of the Nursing Assistant and Medical Assistant Program, graduates will receive a Certificate of Completion."
More complete details are provided below.
Americare School Of Allied Health
11141 Georgia Ave #418
Wheaton, MD 20902
General Phone: (301) 933-4660
http://americareschool.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 203 | nursing assistant |
| Medical Support And Technology | 25 | medical assistant |
Number of programs and degrees for Americare in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 203 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 25 | 1 |
In 2007, Americare had a total enrollment of 158 students (101 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 12% |
| Women | 88% |
| Full-Time | 26% |
| Part-Time | 74% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 6% |
| Black | 76% |
| Hispanic | 7% |
| Asian | 5% |
| Unknown | 6% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 13% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 28% |
| 25-29 | 21% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 84 % |
| Part-Time | 87 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 84% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Silver Spring, Maryland for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Maryland Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 87 | 76 | 87% | 76 | 100% |
| Men | 12 | 9 | 75% | 9 | 100% |
| Women | 75 | 67 | 89% | 67 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | not required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Financial Aid:
Americare participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3771300)
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical/Clinical Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Americare Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 14% | ![]() |
Notable:
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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