Online Healthcare Degree Programs¹

Online courses typically have the same recurring deadlines you would experience in a traditional classroom. For exampleassignments and tests may be due on a specific day. Howeverother than these deadlinesyou will have the flexibility to complete your workeven at 2 a.m.! Night owls rejoice. These deadlines enable you to stay on track with your coursework while also allowing you to schedule study time around your busy life. In addition to avoiding a daily commute to campustaking classes online provides more flexibility to study and complete assignments around other responsibilities you may have throughout your day and night.

At UMAtuition covers more than just your courses. It also includes bookssoftwareand student services like one-on-one academic supportjob search assistanceinterview coachingand more. We also have Student Finance advisors who can help you understand financial aid options if you qualify. To learn more about tuition at Ultimate Medical Academyhead to our Tuition page.

Of courseyou’re looking for the best education — for you. Sowe recommend taking a look at your individual needs. If you’d like to talkcall us at 888-213-4473. UMA is here to listen and walk you through deciding which program may be a good fit for you. The more we understand about your unique situationthe more we can try to help.

How long it takes to complete an associate degree in one of UMA’s online allied healthcare programs depends on the student. Howevereach associate degree program at UMA will take 18 months or more to complete.²

Online courses at UMA are designed to include flexible study time.¹ Complete your classwork in the morningat lunchor in the middle of the night. It’s up to you. UMA is also here to help you every step of the way with online academic supporta student-friendly online library24/7 tech supportand more. Call us at 888-213-4473 to learn more.

For startersthe healthcare field is growing. The healthcare industry is projected to have 1.8 million job openings each yearon averagefrom 2022-2032.² And while some positions you may find can include on-the-job trainingothers may require completion from a four-year college programcertificationtrainingor some level of education in the field. Having a degree or diploma in a healthcare field can show that you already have a certain level of background knowledge and education needed for landing a position.

Ultimate Medical Academy is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES.org)a national accrediting agency that is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. Though UMA is not a university or collegewe offer online diplomas or degrees in 13 healthcare fields some of which offer on-site externships/practicums and certification preparation — all intended to put you in a position to pursue a healthcare career after graduation.