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Celebrating Medical Assistants Recognition Week (MARW) 2025

October 20-24, 2025, All locations – American Institute staff, students, and faculty of the Medical Assisting program were delighted to join the American Association of Medical Assistants in honoring Medical Assistants Recognition Week (MARW) again this year. Their theme this year was...

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5 Common Misconceptions About the Medical Assisting Industry

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Have you always wanted to pursue a career in the medical industry? If you love to help people feel better, then an education in Medical Assisting could be a great option for you! Maybe you’ve thought about starting the application process, but there was something holding you back. There are a lot...

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What Does a Medical Assistant Do?

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Do you have a passion for helping others feel good about themselves? If you’re looking to make an impact on people’s lives, then you should consider working as a medical assistant. As someone in this profession, you can expect a variety of responsibilities that depend on where you decide to...

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RN Visits Toms River Medical Assisting Students

July 8, 2015, Toms River, NJ – Students in the Toms River Medical Assisting class were treated to a guest lecture by Registered Nurse, Susan McKenna. She shared her experiences starting in the health care field as a Medical Assistant, as well as real-world advice for the roles and...

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American Institute Celebrates World Diabetes Day

West Hartford, CT– On Friday, November 14th, 2014, World Diabetes Day was celebrated around the world. Our West Hartford and Clifton campuses both held Open Houses this year to recognize the important day. Diabetes is a disease American Institute holds close to its heart, especially at our...

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