Brown Mackie College - Merrillville
Grow, evolve, become at Brown Mackie College
— Merrillville
Convenient Scheduling with One Course a Month
At Brown Mackie College — Merrillville, you don't need to
wait for a traditional "Fall Start." Because our students aren't
always living "traditional" lives we offer new starts each month
with day or evening classes that fit your schedule. Each class
lasts one month. There's no need to divide your time and energy
between coursework and exams for multiple courses. We keep the
focus on one course, one subject at a time to help you succeed.
Small Classes, Personal Attention
The difference at Brown Mackie College — Merrillville is
personal attention. We focus on individuals, not numbers. We keep
class sizes small to enable you to receive the individual
attention you need from instructors. Our community is one that
fosters interaction among students and our faculty and staff
members are committed to helping you succeed.
Professional Preparation
Our programs are practical and skill based. Our goal is to
prepare you to pursue an entry-level position in the field of
your study. Our classes and coursework integrate real world
experiences to give you the technical skills and the professional
approach you'll need to enter the workforce.
Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
Accreditation
Accredited Member, ACICS
This institution is regulated by the Indiana Commission on
Proprietary Education, 302 West Washington Street, Room E201,
Indianapolis, IN 46204; (317) 232-1320 Advertising Code: AC-0138
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Administration in Gerontology - Associate's
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The associate's degree program in Gerontology introduces students
to the biological, social and psychological process of aging and
how it impacts the health care industry. At the same time,
students will gain the technical knowledge and skills to enter
the administrative structure of the health care field as it
relates to an aging population.
Graduates of this program will be able to fill a variety of
entry-level positions in health care or social service settings
that specialize in serving seniors.
Health Care Management - Bachelor of Science
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The Bachelor's in Health Care Management is designed to
accommodate the needs and interests of students from a variety of
backgrounds. Courses provide a solid foundation for varied health
care careers. The program also incorporates an externship that
offers students real-world experience within health care
facilities that may include hospitals, nursing homes, ambulatory
care facilities, physician practices, and pharmaceutical and
medical equipment companies.
Medical Assisting - Associate's
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The 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.

Students also develop a strong foundation in administrative and
clinical procedures, including:
- Diagnostic testing
- Venipuncture
- Patient education for disease management
- CPR certification
- Basic pharmacological procedures
- Patient history
- Medical records and filing
- Medical office management
- Assisting with minor surgery
Medical Office Management - Associate's
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The program in medical office management is designed to prepare
students for entry-level employment in an insurance coding and
billing department of a physician's office, clinic or hospital.
Graduates may perform clerical and administrative tasks, analyze
information, and combine that with knowledge of insurance
reimbursement and coding guidelines to expedite physician
payments.
Occupational Therapy Assistant - Associate of Applied Science*
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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.
Coursework 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
- Entry-level employment opportunities
- Hospitals
- Offices of Health Practitioners
- Offices of Occupational Therapists
- Nursing Care Facilities
- Community Care Facilities Home
- Healthcare Services
*The occupational therapy assistant program is accredited by
the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education
(ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA),
located at 4720 Montgomery Lane, P.O. Box 31220, Bethesda, MD
20824-1220. ACOTE's telephone number c/o AOTA is (301)
652-AOTA.
Practical Nursing - Diploma
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The program in practical nursing balances classroom instruction
with clinical experience. Students receive a solid foundation in
the areas of:
- Medical-surgical nursing
- Pediatrics
- Obstetrics
- Geriatrics
- Pharmacology

Graduates of this program qualify to pursue the LPN State Board
licensure.
Surgical Technology - Associate's
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The Associate of 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.
Certificate Programs
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A certificate program is available in medical assistant.
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