College doesn't have to be a juggling act.

One of the many student-friendly features of Brown Mackie College - Atlanta is our unique pace. Rather than juggle three classes concurrently each quarter the way full-time students at traditional colleges do, Brown Mackie students focus on one course at a time. Each class is offered at an accelerated pace, lasting one month. No switching gears between different subjects; no pulling all-nighters to study for three or four final exams at once. At the end of each month, you have another set of credits under your belt and you're ready to move on to the next course.

You can start taking classes as soon as you're ready.

Since each month offers a new start, there's no need to wait until September or January for the beginning of a new semester. This is just one more way that Brown Mackie College - Atlanta makes itself compatible to the individual needs of our students.

Advising
A student adviser is an important member of the administrative team at Brown Mackie College - Atlanta. The advisor works with students on academic issues, helping them develop appropriate solutions to problems.

Tutoring
Tutoring is available to all students at Brown Mackie College - Atlanta. In fact, the class schedule is designed so that Fridays are open and full-time faculty members are available for tutoring sessions. Tutoring services are provided at no charge to students. It's one of the many ways Brown Mackie supports our students' pursuit of academic success.

Career Services
Our students have consistent contact with our Office of Career Services from day one. The career services staff works with students to determine their areas of interest and employment options. We offer workshops and training sessions to help students develop job-seeking tools and skills, such as preparing a résumé, writing a cover letter and practicing for interviews. In addition, we work with students to develop a clear understanding of professional behavior and what will be expected of them in the workplace.

Financial Assistance
For students who qualify, some possible sources of financial assistance for educational expenses include:

• Federal Pell Grant
• Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
• Federal Family Education Loan Program
• Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) Loan Program
• Federal Perkins Loan Program
• Federal Work Study Program (FWSP)
• Vocational Rehabilitation
• Veteran Benefits

Accreditation
Brown Mackie College - Atlanta is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS); 750 First Street NE, Suite 980, Washington, DC 20002-4241; 1-202-336-6780.

Health Care Administration - Associate of Applied Science

The associate's in health care administration prepares students to understand the essential components of managerial and organizational support in the health care industry.

Students will learn how various health care systems operate and the multiple aspects of the field. At the same time, they will receive hands-on training in the administrative facets of health care services for the general public.

Graduates of this program will be prepared for entry-level positions in:

• Hospitals
• Clinics
• Health care insurance offices
• Home health care agencies
• Public health settings
• Other health care related organizations

Medical Assisting - Associate of Applied Science

The Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting program prepares graduates to work under the direction of physicians in a private practice or medical setting. Students develop a solid foundation in communication and problem-solving skills through general education course work.

Occupational Therapy Assistant - Associate of Applied Science

The occupational therapy assistant program prepares graduates for entry-level employment, working under the direction of an occupational therapist. Students are trained to administer occupational therapy treatments to individuals who have lost functional abilities due to illness, injury or disease. Course work combines lecture, laboratory and clinical experiences.

General education elements of the program enhance students' communication and problem-solving skills to enhance their effectiveness in the occupational therapy profession. The program prepares the graduate for the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Certification Examination for Occupational Therapy Assistants.

Students develop a solid foundation in occupational therapy, including:

• Anatomy and physiology
• Medical terminology
• Structural kinesiology
• Neurological dysfunction
• Mental health concepts and techniques
• Assessment of function
• Adaptive living skills
• Physical rehabilitation

The Occupational Therapy Assistant program is pending accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).

Pharmacy Technology - Associate of Applied Science

Students in the pharmacy technology associate's degree program learn how to work with and under the direction of pharmacists in an office or other medical setting. The program curriculum delves into studies in:

• Pharmacy procedures
• Anatomy and physiology
• Medical terminology
• Medical administrative practices

In addition, general education and business classes help students to grow professionally.

Surgical Technology - Associate of Applied Science

The Associate of Applied Science degree program in Surgical Technology is designed to provide students with the required knowledge base and technical skills required to obtain entry-level employment in the field of surgical technology.

To achieve this goal, the program curriculum provides study in:

• General and specialty surgical procedures
• Principles of anesthesia
• Anatomy and physiology
• Medical terminology
• Surgical technology techniques

Additional course work in general education helps students to grow professionally and develop the ability to assume leadership roles.

Diploma Programs

A medical assistant diploma program is also available.