Brown Mackie College - South Bend
Grow, evolve, become at Brown Mackie College — South Bend

Convenient Scheduling with One Course a Month

At Brown Mackie College — South Bend, 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 — South Bend 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-0110

For your convenience there is also a Brown Mackie College school located in Michigan City. Click here for more information.

Health Care Administration - Associate of Applied Science

  Back to top

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 and other health care related organizations.

Health Care Management - Bachelor of Science

  Back to top

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.

Health & Therapeutic Massage - Associate of Science

  Back to top

The Health & Therapeutic Massage degree program at Brown Mackie College is an associate's degree program that provides you with instruction on how to utilize massage as part of a comprehensive approach to health care. In addition to standard massage techniques, you will be taught the fundamentals of nutrition and holistic health and wellness.

Medical Assisting - Associate of Science

  Back to top

The Associate of 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 coursework.

Occupational Therapy Assistant - Associate of Applied Science*

  Back to top

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 has applied for accreditation 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.

Physical Therapist Assistant - Associate of Applied Science

  Back to top

The Associate of Applied Science in Physical Therapist Assistant program prepares graduates for entry-level employment as a physical therapist assistant under the direction of a physical therapist. Students are trained to administer physical therapy treatments to individuals who have lost functional abilities due to illness, injury or disease. General education elements of the program enhance students' communication and problem-solving skills to enhance their professional effectiveness. Students develop a solid foundation in physical therapy.

Practical Nursing - Diploma

  Back to top

The diploma 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 and pharmacology. Graduates of this program are qualified to pursue LPN State Board licensure.

Veterinary Technology - Associate of Science

  Back to top

Students in the Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology degree program learn how to work with and under the direction of veterinarians in an office or other medical setting. Students gain valuable skills in:

• Animal patient care
• Anesthesia
• Surgical assistance
• Laboratory procedures
• Radiography

Additional general education courses assist professional growth as students move from the classroom into the workplace. Upon graduation, students are prepared for entry-level positions in veterinary offices and animal hospitals and shelters.

Certificate Programs

  Back to top

Certificate programs are also available in Medical Assistant.

Information

If you are interested in this school and would like to find out more, please Request Information from Brown Mackie College - South Bend.