Overview
Career Training Academy® offers students a variety of programs that include Massage Therapy, Dental Assistant, Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Tech, Business Administration and Health Insurance Claims Examiner, among others. Career Training Academy is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology and licensed by The State Board of Private Licensed Schools Pennsylvania Department of Education. The curriculum provided at CTA is career-oriented for students wishing to enter the work force immediately after graduation. Current locations are in Monroeville, New Kensington and Pittsburgh.
Student Appeal
Students appreciate the flexible class schedules with evening and daytime classes. At the New Kensington campus, there is also a daycare facility for students with young children. The curriculum at the school includes job search skills and graduates receive job placement assistance. Externships also give hands-on training that makes the transition into the work force easier. CTA is also adding new programs to expand its appeal to a wider selection of students.
Financial
Students have several options available to them to make their tuition more affordable. Federal programs include the PELL Grant and the Federal PLUS Loan Program, among others. State funding comes from grants such as the PHEAA Grant. Other qualified students can sign up for scholarships and loans from private organizations, including the Bureau of Indian Affairs, the Department of Public Assistance and the Department of Veteran Affairs. Local businesses, churches, service clubs and companies may also be willing to offer financial assistance to students from their local area.
Programs Offered:
Day and Evening classes are available.
Associate Degrees
- Advanced Bodyworker AST Degree
- Advanced Medical Coder ASB Degree
- Medical Assistant Comprehensive AST Degree
Diplomas
- Business Administration/ Accounting Technology
- Business Administration/ Hospitality and Tourism
- Comprehensive Massage Therapist
- Dental Assistant
- Health Insurance Claims Examiner/Medical Biller
- Medical Assistant
- Pharmacy Technician
- Therapeutic Massage Technician
