"So we're experts in the field. Over the years, we've helped prepare thousands of graduates for successful careers in Allied Health, one of the fastest-growing industries in the nation.
With ten campus locations throughout the Southeast and 11 healthcare career training programs to choose from, MedVance Institute has a career program for just about everyone. We offer financial assistance to those who qualify, and career placement assistance to help you get started in your chosen career.
Our instructors are among the finest in their disciplines, and they offer a supportive and caring learning environment. Students learn in a hands-on setting, using advanced medical equipment. Externship training is available for most programs, so students receive valuable real-life experience."
Medical Assisting Programs
- Medical Assistant
- Medical Office Administration
Medical Billing Programs
- Medical Billing and Coding Specialist
Medical Technology Programs
- Medical Laboratory Technology
Pharmacy Programs
Surgical Technology Programs
Ultrasound Programs
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Mission Statement
"Innovatively Creating Opportunities For Each and Every Student
Our mission is to provide the finest education in a supportive atmosphere where career success is encouraged at every level. We are committed to graduating qualified professionals who can serve the medical needs of their communities, and contribute to the health and well-being of those in their care.
Medvance Students Gain:
Knowledge and skills they need to succeed
Pride and dedication in their chosen career
A sense of ethics and professional responsibility
The Medvance Advantage:
Focus on career preparation and success
Low teacher-to-pupil ratios
Individualized teaching approach
Professional relationship between faculty and students
Affirmative Action Statement
MedVance Institute does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, mental or physical handicap, veteran status, or national origin in educational and employment opportunities."
History
"MedVance Institute in Cookeville, Tennessee, formerly known as Cumberland School of Medical Technology, was established in June 1970 with a program of study for Medical Laboratory Technicians. The school was founded to provide career opportunities in the allied health professions. In 1988 the school changed its name from Cumberland School of Medical Technology to Cumberland School of Technology and added additional allied health training programs. In May of 2000, KIMC Investments, L.P. acquired Cumberland School of Technology. The school name was changed to MedVance Institute in July 2000.
MedVance Institute of Baton Rouge was founded in January 1991 in Baton Rouge, LA as Medical Careers Academy. When acquired by KIMC Investments, L.P. in May of 2001 the name was changed to MedVance Institute of Baton Rouge.
In November 2001, MedVance Institute opened the first Florida campus in Atlantis, Florida. In October of 2005, the school was moved to a beautiful campus in Palm Springs, Florida, which is southwest of West Palm Beach, Florida.
In June 2002, the second Florida campus was established in Miami, Florida.
In September of 2002, MedVance Institute of Ft. Lauderdale, the third Florida school, was established.
MedVance Institute, located in Stuart, FL was previously the Port St. Lucie School of Practical Nursing established in 1990. In June of 2003, the nursing school was acquired by MedVance Institute.
MedVance Institute in Houston, Texas was originally known as Transworld Academy, which was founded in 1991 to address the growing shortage of health care workers. In April 2003, MedVance Institute acquired the school.
In January 2005, the second Tennessee campus of MedVance Institute was established and is located in Nashville.
In January of 2008, the second MedVance Institute Texas school was established and located in the north Houston area.
In March 2008, the third MedVance Institute Texas school was established in Grand Prairie."
Accreditation Information
"The MedVance Institute campuses in Cookeville, Tennessee, Houston, Texas, and Miami and Palm Springs, Florida are accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Council on Occupational Education (COE); 41 Perimeter Center East, NE, Suite 640; Atlanta, Georgia 30346; telephone number (770) 396-3898.
The MedVance Institute campuses in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Fort Lauderdale and Stuart, Florida, Grand Prairie, Texas, and Nashville, Tennessee are accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, 7777 Leesburg Pike, Suite 314 North, Falls Church , Virginia 22043; telephone number (703) 917-9503.
The U.S. Department of Education lists COE and ABHES as nationally recognized accrediting agencies under the provisions of Chapter 33, Title 38, U.S. Code and Subsequent Legislation.
Programmatic Accreditation
The Medical Laboratory Technology Programs have, or are in the process of seeking, programmatic approval by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), 8410 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Suite 670, Chicago, IL 60631; telephone number (773) 714-8880.
The Radiologic Technology Programs have, or are in the process of seeking, programmatic accreditation through the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 900, Chicago, IL 60606; telephone number (312) 704-5300.
The Surgical Technology Programs have, or are in the process of seeking, programmatic accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), 35 East Wacker Drive, Suite 1970, Chicago, IL 60601-2208; telephone number (312) 553-9355.
Licenses to Operate
MedVance Institute –Cookeville and Nashville
Tennessee Higher Education Commission
Parkway Towers, Suite 1900, 404 James Robertson Parkway,Nashville, TN 37219,615- 532-7493
MedVance Institute – Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Palm Springs, and Stuart
The Commission for Independent Education
Florida Department of Education
325 West Gaines Street, Suite 1414 Tallahassee, Florida 32399 888-224-6684
MedVance Institute - Baton Rouge
Louisiana Board of Regents Proprietary Schools Section
P.O. Box 3677, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-3677 225-342-4253
MedVance Institute – Houston South, Houston North, and Grand Prairie
Texas Workforce Commission Career Schools and Colleges
101 East 15th Street, Austin 78778-0001, (512) 936-3100
Approvals
MedVance Institute is:
Approved at some locations and in various programs of study to train veterans and eligible veteran's dependents.
Approved to train for Vocational Rehabilitation at some locations.
Approved as an Eligible Institution of Higher Learning at some locations by the U.S. Department of Education, Division of Student Financial Assistance to Participate in the Federally funded Title IV Programs of Student Financial Assistance.
MedVance Institute of Baton Rouge is approved by the Louisiana Rehabilitation Services.
The Tennessee Board of Health, Laboratory Licensing and Certification has authorized MedVance institute in Cookeville, TN to offer the Medical Laboratory Technology program.
MedVance Institute's Practical Nursing Programs in Miami, Palm Springs and Stuart, Floirda are approved by the Florida Board of Nursing, 4052 Bald Cypress Way Bin CO2, Tallahassee, FL 32399-1701; telephone number (850) 245-4125.
MedVance Institute's Massage Therapy Programs in Ft. Lauderdale, Stuart and Palm Springs, Florida are approved by the Florida Board of Massage Therapy, 4052 Bald Cypress Highway Bin CO6, Tallahassee, FL 32399; telephone number (850) 245-4161."
Classification
Type:
Highest degree offered: Associates
Carnegie class: Associates Colleges
Enrollment Information
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