From Clinic to Classroom: Medical Assistant Instructor Angela Davis
In her 18 years as a medical assistant, Angela Davis has worked side by side with doctors, surgeons, and nurse practitioners. Now she passes that experience on to her students at Ayers Career College. Medical Assistants Recognition Week runs October 19 to 23, 2026. To celebrate, Ayers is sharing her story. Here is a look at where her love of healthcare started, how she got into teaching, and the difference she makes for her students. Her Path Into Healthcare It all started at home. Davis’s mother was a nurse who always shared what she learned and experienced on the job.
READ MOREHow to Pay for Medical Assistant Training: Pell Grants, GI Bill, WIOA & More
A medical assistant career can start in under a year, but paying for it is often the first hurdle. Financial aid can help, though not every program or student qualifies for every type of aid. Knowing what you’re eligible for can save you thousands of dollars and a lot of frustration. Key Takeaways Here’s what every prospective medical assistant student needs to know before paying a single dollar for training. Accreditation is non-negotiable. Only programs meeting federal standards (600+ clock hours, 15+ weeks) qualify for Pell Grants and federal loans. Aid you don’t repay comes first. Pell Grants, WIOA, and
READ MOREMedical Assistant Certification in Louisiana
Key Takeaways No state license required: Louisiana doesn’t license medical assistants, but national certifications (CMA, RMA, CCMA) significantly boost employability and earning potential. Flexible education options: Choose from 9-12 month certificate programs for quick entry or 2-year associate degrees for deeper knowledge and higher pay. Excellent job prospects: Medical assistant employment is projected to grow significantly through 2031, with major employers actively hiring. Versatile career foundation: Medical assisting serves as a gateway to nursing, healthcare management, and specialized medical fields through continuing education. Healthcare jobs are in high demand across Louisiana, as it is across the US. Pursuing a medical
READ MOREAyers Career College Job Outlook for 2022
Learn about the best careers in 2022 As we enter 2022, skilled trade jobs remain in high demand, and trade schools just like Ayers are the best place to get trained for a career you’ll love. Trade schools are an excellent alternative to traditional four-year colleges because training generally focuses on what specifics you will need to know for your career, and you will graduate in less than a year. The cost for a trades program is also usually significantly less than four-year collegiate programs. Ayers Career College offers three programs that can have you working in a rapidly growing
READ MORESay What?! When Medical Jargon is Appropriate to Use
Medical terminology can be difficult for the average person to take in and understand. When trouble strikes, patients anxiously await information from medical staff. They rely on easily digestible information in order to make informed decisions about their healthcare. As a medical professional, you need to be sure that you are using the appropriate terminologies at the correct times – and with the right people. The Medical Assistant program at Ayers Career College will help you to identify when medical jargon is appropriate to use. MEDICAL JARGON VS. PLAIN ENGLISH A recent study published in the British Dental Journal stated that
READ MORETypes of Medical Assistants
What Does a Medical Assistant Do? Medical Assistants (MA) are one of the fastest-growing professions with a number of specialties. Meaning the average day in the life of a medical assistant can change greatly depending on your exact position. Regardless of where you are working as a MA, you will have the opportunity daily to positively affect someone’s life. With Ayers Career Colleges Medical Assistant Program you will be trained and qualified for any of these positions in no time! Four Basic Categories of Medical Assistant Duties The duties of a medical assistant can change based on a number of
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