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Programs At a Glance

Career Training Academy provides short term training in Health, Business and Massage Therapy careers. CTA is licensed by the State Board of Private Licensed Schools and is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology.

The Medical Assistant Comprehensive Program and Advanced Bodyworker offer an Associate in Specialized Technology Degree. The Advanced Medical Coder/Biller program offers an Associate in Specialized Business Degree. All other programs are diploma programs.

We offer the following advantages to you and your future:
  • Small class sizes
  • Short Programs
  • Hands-on Training
  • Mentorship Program
  • Counseling Services (24-7)
  • Graduate Quality Assurance Program
  • Placement Assistance
  • Classes 4 days/week
  • Financial Aid for those who qualify
  • Free Parking


MEDICAL ASSISTANT COMPREHENSIVE - DAY (ASSOCIATE IN SPECIALIZED TECHNOLOGY DEGREE)

CTA offers a Medical Assistant Comprehensive program, Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:20 p.m. This Program consists of 1040 hours of classroom instruction and 460 hours of externship for a total of 1500 hours. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ARE:
  • Medical Assistant
  • Phlebotomist
  • EKG Tech
  • Rehab Specialist
  • Pharmacy Tech
  • Ophthalmic Assistant
  • Medical Biller
  • Health Unit Coordinator
  • Chiropractic Assistant
  • Podiatric Assistant


MEDICAL ASSISTANT - DAY/EVENING

CTA offers a Medical Assistant program, Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:20 p.m. for day classes and 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. for evening classes. Both programs consist of 480 hours of classroom instruction and 420 hours externship for a total of 900 hours. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ARE:
  • Medical Assistant
  • EKG Tech
  • Emergency Room Tech
  • Health Aide
  • Insurance Clerk
  • Lab Assistant
  • Medical Assistant
  • Medical Receptionist
  • Patient Care Assistant/Patient Care Partner
  • Pharmacy Assistant
  • Phlebotomist



MASSAGE THERAPY - DAY/EVENING

CTA offers four programs in Massage Therapy: Advanced Bodyworker - 1532 hours, Associate in Specialized Technology Degree; Diploma programs include: Comprehensive Massage - 900 hours, Therapeutic Massage Technician - 600 hours. Day classes are held Mondays through Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and two Saturday clinics per month from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Evening classes are held Monday through Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. and two Saturday clinics per month from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ARE:
  • Chiropractic Offices
  • Cruise Ships
  • Health Clubs/Resorts
  • Hospitals/Health Care Facilities
  • Nursing Homes
  • Private Practice
  • Rehab Centers
  • Salons
  • Sports Teams/Clinics



HEALTH INSURANCE CLAIMS EXAMINER/MEDICAL BILLER - DAY

CTA offers a Health Insurance Claims Examiner/Medical Biller program, Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:20 p.m. This program consists of 720 hours of classroom instruction, 144 hours of externship combined With 36 hours of in-house practicum. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ARE:
  • BC/BS Facilities
  • Dental Offices
  • HMO Facilities
  • Hospitals
  • Medical Offices
  • Other Health Care Facilities



ADVANCED MEDICAL CODER/BILLER - DAY (ASSOCIATE IN SPECIALIZED BUSINESS DEGREE)

CTA offers an Advanced Medical Coder/Biller program (A.S.B. Degree), Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:20 p.m. This Program consists of 1200 hours of classroom instruction, 60 hours of in-house practicum, and 240 hours of externship for a total of 1500 hours. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ARE:
  • Medical and Dental Offices
  • Hospitals
  • Insurance Companies
  • Clinics
  • Specialty Practice Billing Offices


DENTAL ASSISTANT - DAY

CTA offers a Dental Assistant program, Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:20 p.m. This program consists of 640 hours of classroom instruction and a 260 hour externship for a total of 900 hours. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ARE:
  • Chairside Assistant
  • Dental Assistant
  • Dental Receptionist
  • Insurance Clerk
  • Lab Assistant
  • Office Manager





Three Convenient Locations:
Main School
950 Fifth Avenue
New Kensington, PA 15068
(724) 337-1000
jreddy@careerta.edu
Branch Campus
4314 Old William Penn Highway
Suite 103
Monroeville, PA 15146
(412) 372-3900
director2@careerta.edu


Branch Campus
1500 Northway Mall
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
(412) 367-4000
director3@careerta.edu