Allied Business Schools, Inc.
Posted By: MT in TX on 2008-01-02
In Reply to: Allied Business Schools - macnme
I graduated from their course in Aug. 2006. I found employment within two weeks, of course, with no help from Allied. I went to Google and found as many transcription companies as I could and applied to all of them that would let me. I did a lot of foot work.
Just keep testing, and eventually, you will find employment. I know it is rough to get started, but it will eventually pay off. I just got a job working at a hospital on an Air Force base (coincidentally the same base my husband is stationed at), and I didn't even apply for the job. The staffing company that has the contract found my resume on Monster.com and called me. I don't work at home anymore, but it is a steady paycheck.
If you are this new to the business, then you might want to consider working outside the home just to get your foot in the door.
Hope this helps! If you have any questions, you can e-mail me, and I will help you out in any way that I can.
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 Has anyone else out there taken MT courses from Allied Business Schools, Inc. - and if so - have you had any trouble finding a job?
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I also graduated from Allied and I have had a terrible time finding employment. I graduated in October and have yet to start working.
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Has anyone out there actually graduated from Allied and found employment? I finised their medical transcription program on 10/25/07 and have yet to get any kind of job offer. I have sent tons of resumes with no luck. I am so frustrated I can't even begin to tell you. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I just want to find somewhere to start. Thank You. 
Allied Medical Schools
Yes, I am trying to find out if this school is a good school or not. Can someone give me some info on this school if possible.
Thanks
MT schools are in the BUSINESS of selling MT courses.
Of course they are going to paint a rosy picture of this career.
Allied is not a very good course, and the MT companies know it. That's why they say they require 2 years' experience. (But they will waive that for grads of the better schools.)
Forget "approved" schools. AAMT set the criteria, then approved schools that didn't meet i
Stick with Andrews or M-Tec (both of which happen to be "approved") but forget about any others, they are not worth it.
should I get into this business
Hello, I have been researching the medical Transcriptionist field for months. I have applied and been accepted into a training program but am finding myself hesitant to move forward for several reasons. Maybe someone could give me some advice? 1) I am seeing more and more comments about MT work being outsources overseas and I am concerned I am moving into a business that will be dying in a matter of a few years 2) I am concerned I am moving into a business that will take me several years to make a solid living wage above poverty(in building a business) as I read so often of those individuals starving to get started the first 2-3 years 3) In searching several boards it seems that many long hours are being put in by individuals just waiting for work, which actually makes the work day significantly longer. I am just expressing what I continue to read over and over again on several sites and hearing from MT's I have been fortunate enough to correspond with. Truthfully, I am a mother trying to ensure I secure a future for myself and my family. I am not trying to be negative, just realistic. I look forward to your advice
Should i get into this business
Medical transcription is a great business to get into. You set yyour own hours, you can work from home. Yes it is true that a lot of companies are outsourcing overseas, but if you look closely, a lot come back to America because they are not happy with the work. If you start working with a company, you can get the experience of doing your own invoicing, and transcription, you will eventually find the time to go out and search for docs in your area that may need a Transcriptionist and that is howu you start your own company. It is a lto of typing but if you put in the hours you are highly rewarded. I took a second job with a company when a doctor that I got on my own, became a hospitalist. I am trying now to find the time to go and look again for doctors on my own but it is hard, when I have one child at home and one child in school part time. GOOD LUCK
I have been trying business with no response
I have taken one test and did not pass because they wanted a 98% accuracy and I believe that I had a 94%. All the other companies that I have applied at tell me that they want experience or I keep bugging them to take their test. I am now cold calling doctor offices to see if they need anything. I know 3 people in this field that work from home and they did not have trouble finding a job at all. They all started about three years ago though.
MT business from home.
Thanks so much for your help. It's people like you that I hope will answer my emails. I'm going to keep making phone calls to schools locally and online. Thanks again Dee
You don't have to know if they checked on your business.
Good grief.
I don't think it is. I would not recommend this business
to anyone. With all the work going offshore or going to VR and the line rates dropping, or not increasing with inflation, plus all the horrible platforms, etc. it just isn't the business I woulud want to retrain for.
Future of MT business
EMR/VR is described in previous post. If you do VR you are an MT and an Editor with a pay of 3 to 4 cpl. Not my cup of tea but some people may prefer it. You will see the large outsourcing companies send work out alot more often now to increase their profit margin - ALOT. Therefore you are going to be limited as to how much you can make with them. If you earned $2500 a month full time, there is someone sitting in India or the Philippines just waiting to do your job for an average of $239 a month. Bottom line is that saving $$ will almost always be the deciding factor. To avoid that situation, I have gone to a company that hires U.S. MTs only. That is proudly posted on their web sites and companies who post on MT Stars. You get paid more, there is steady work, and it will not be outsourced. That is not to say that the client will not end up outsourcing as a cost saving measure. Try to support U.S. companies and help them to grow. They are the ones trying their best to protect U.S. jobs, not the AHDI. If it is up to them, in the future the MT positions will probably be cut in half or more by 2015.
As far as satisfying work. If you have an account that you get good on, maximize your potential, and earn up to $20 or more than hour - that is satisfying!! And by the way, there is no way your husband could ever guess what it is like to be an MT. Stressful, yes. Boring, no. The knowledge and technology training you receive are invaluable, as long as you can make money doing it. Not so easy these days, but possible if you don't mind changing companies/clients until you find the right fit.
Allied
I am halfway through my courses with Allied and feel like I'm learning a lot. I hope you find a job fast. :)
Rhonda
Allied
I am halfway through my classes with Allied and have been happy with them so far. Before signing up, I called many times with questions and everyone was very helpful. Once I paid, I had all my materials within a week and they even called to make sure I got them and everything was there. They have called a few times since to see if I had any questions and how I was liking the class. They called a couple of weeks ago to congratulate me on passing my terminology class and wished me luck on the transcription course. If you want to email me privately, I can give you the name of the person that I deal with. He's been very helpful to me.
Allied
Thank you so much for the response. I am just so frustrated and can't wait to get a job. It is great to hear someone else went through Allied and did find employment. Thank again.
Allied
I am currently enrolled with Allied Schools in California. I know that there is more than 1 location for Allied. Will employers hire you even though you haven't completed the course work?
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I graduated last March from Allied (Laguna Hills, CA) and paid the 900.00 for their "career assistance". I am STILL unemployed and quite frustrated. They are great at keeping me posted and send plenty of links for assessment tests, but all of the links they send me clearly state that you need 2 years of experience to even be considered for employment. I was recently told that they had a partnership with a transcription company that had agreed to hire new graduates. I was so excited and faxed all of the necessary paperwork only to be told that the response was "overwhelming" and now the company has decided to put together a recruiting team to design assessment tests that the graduates will have to pass. I have asked repeatedly for a position as an intern and will work for little to no pay as long as there is a job waiting for me at the end of my internship. I still am waiting for word on an intern program although I was assured 4 months ago that such programs would be available to me if I was interested. My advice is hold onto your 900.00. As for the training, you're right, it's too late. I wish I had paid a little more money to a school that had mentoring or intern programs available to their graduates. Hindsight is always better! Good Luck and please let me know if you find anything.
How do you know about Allied? Did you go there?
How do you know about Allied? Did you go there?
Allied
Sorry if this is a repeat post--I am actually almost done with Allied's MT program. the only complaint I have about them is the VERY LONG turnaround time in the grading of the transcription assignments. I am already a RN, so it isn't so difficult for me; I am already familiar with the terminology. They are very attentive, they check on me often, and they produced a fantastic resume for me. I also have a lifetime of job placement services if needed. So for me, it's worth it. It is just taking longer than I had originally anticipated.
I went to Allied
I graduated from them over two years ago and had a job within a month. My MTSO has told me many times that he is so glad that he took a chance on hiring a newbie because I am one of his best transcriptionists, and he just hired another newbie. You get out of any course what you put into it. Allied is fine, you just have to put the time into it.
Allied
I went to Allied too, I am really unhappy, I paid the extra $1000 for the job assistance and well, I could really use that $1000 since I have no job yet. I test all the time and the only company that wanted me so far is a scam operation and I ended up loosing a lot of money. They say they provide jobs for life. Well I'm still alive and waiting. Good luck to you.
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Okay, so I am about 85% done with the Allied Business School Medical transcription course. I have done very well and gotten pretty much 90% to 100% up until this point, whereas now, as it is getting increasingly difficult am struggling through getting 80% to 90% when I'm lucky. But here's my question to you all. I have been reading through the posts here on Allied and needless to say, it has NOT been encouraging. I realize that with any message board there is a lot of negativitiy if you are searching for it. I have learned a lot. I quit work almost 2 years ago to be at home and concentrate on the studying. We are in desperate need of my income in our family and I am beginning to worry that I made the wronog choice in choosing Allied. They told me that there was job placement with benefits upon graduation. Now, I read here and see that I may have been misinformed. So, what would you do if you were me? I in now way would quit at this point after investing over $3000. But, should I search for further study or just hope that I can find work and if not, try Walmart? I plan on really going all out, but we can't afford an additional 2-year-long search for employment after taking 2 years off for study!
I like Allied
I feel like I am learning alot and they are always quick to help and/or assist. I am annoyed with the long waiting times for grades.
I also took the MT course from Allied
Are you talking about the Allied located in California? If so, I just graduated from there in December. The MT course can be difficult. The more you do, the easier it gets. If you ever have any questions, please e-mail me. I will try to help. My e-mail is gaburick@hotmail.com.
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I really feel mislead by Allied as they gave me the impression that they would place me in a job when I had graduated. So far they have not done anything to help other than make a resume
starting an mt business from home
Help - I'm currently looking to do medical transcribing from home but don't know where to begin. I'd really like to talk to someone that can help. I worked at a hospital for 2 years in the orthopedic department as an mt. However that was 27 years ago. I have been with a major airline for the past 21 years which is now bankrupt, so I thought I'd go back to MT. At least that way I'll be home once in awhile. Where do I begin. Thanks so much for any information you can give me. I'm in Northern Kentucky if that matters.
help with starting mt from home business
I don't know what online schools are legit! Any suggestions. I'd like a quick refresher course online if possible. I want to get started now. I'm still going to keep my other job and transcribe part time.
Okay, we believe you. We are also aware there is no guarantee any particular business is going to b
I suggest you research companies carefully before accepting employment. I could have taken a job with a brand new company a few years ago, but understanding the risk, I looked for something with a proven track record. That's still not a guarantee, and I am now leaving the company I'm working for because the current manager is so untalented that I am concerned about the expansion she is currently planning. I don't think she's up to the challenge, so I'm getting out before I get burned. Posting about her here won't convince anybody of what it's taken me years to be able to see by close observation.
Many MANY of those places listed are out of business now, though, so
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Millenium Business Solutions
Anyone out there heard of Millenium Business Solutions? Any information you might have would be great. Thank You
I didn't know Allstate went out of business...sm
Do you know why? I did the AIM program and worked for Allstate too.
Yes, I graduated from Allied
I graduated on Aug. 3, 2006, and it only took me a week to find a job. I just found a list of MT companies, applied, and tested at every one that would allow me to. You know, a year later, I don't work from home anymore, but I work at an Air Force base hospital making a lot of money. Just stick in there and apply everywhere you can.
I also graduated from Allied... sm
I found a full-time per diem position fairly quickly at my local hospital. However, they downsized a few weeks later and the four of us in per diem positions were let go. So I can TOTALLY relate to your frustration, as I am now also again looking. Hang in there, the jobs are out there.
I'm not an Allied grad, but if they can't/won't help you get a job
after they "supposedly" trained you to be an MT, you sure as heck do NOT want to give them another 900 bucks. There is no way that is going to help you find a job.
Allied/New Grad
I wouldn't pay them another 900 bucks. They should have given you a business communication class that would have helped you to write a great cover letter and resume. You can get some good advice on Career Builders and websites like it on how to write your cover letter and resume. Did you do an externship/internship? If you did not, you should definitely gain some experience that way first. Your school should be able to help you out with that and should have done that for you.
Also, don't wait until you graduate to look for work, the sooner you start the faster you will work. Just don't give up! I graduated in December and just now got hired by some one, and I graduated with high honors. It can take awhile, but my understanding is that now is the "season" that the MT business picks up, and you are more likely to find a job now than later. Good Luck! 
If you take an MT program at an outside college or business school, you might just be able to take
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thinking about selling my transcription business...
 and just wondering if any one has any opinion on interest in that. The person owning the company would make a minimum of $82,500 a year, running the business and doing some transcribing part time. It would be very easy to do some marketing and bring in some new accounts, which could easily push that 82500 to over 100000 a year. I have repetitive stress injury and my doctor has told me I need to find something else to do. I was thinking if there was an MT or a group of MT's (the company is incorporated so shares can be sold) that would like to get together, they can eliminate the middle man, earn retail price for their lines and establish job security, not to mention satisfaction. Price would be around $250,000 but like I said, a group of people could go together to cover that and with a little work in marketing, it could be paid off in three years. The business is about 10 years old and to the point where it is generating its own referrals. It could really go places if someone wanted to spend a little time marketing to a few new hospitals. Any one have any thoughts on this.
Sorry to hear about your lost business. We aren't seeing that.
I'm seeing more business than ever before. I hope yours will pick up. Don't get discouraged.
MBS (Millenium Business Solutions)/Medlytics
Can anyone please tell me, specifically,
what problem there is with MBS? I was just notified by e-mail to fill out their job application and did so. I have been trying in vain since 11/07 to find a job (new grad from LearnTranscription.com) and am getting desparate!! There is a posting that they are terrible, but not really any specifics about them. Anyone worked for them?
Allied/ Soon-to-be new graduate question
Has anyone had any experience with Allied? I am completing my training through them and although they have been very helpful, I have regretted my decision to go to school there (after reading numerous message boards, they simply are not the best school but it’s too late now!) Anyhow, I am looking for anyone who is currently going though OR graduated from Allied's MT program. I would love some helpful suggestions on how to get a job after graduation (the famous question!) Allied suggested that I pay 900 bucks to be placed in their "lifetime career assistance program" which assists you with your resume and helps you find a job. Does anyone think it's worth the $$$? Has anyone graduated from Allied and found a job? If so, please respond!! ANY SUGESTIONS from MT's would be greatly appreciated-I feel like I'm in the dark and don't want to make another bad decision!!! Thanks a bunch! 
Can someone that graduated from Allied please respond...
Can someone that graduated from Allied please respond... I really want to here from current or graduated students.
Thank you.
I'm a trainer at my Job and I get Allied grads
Lynette,
I've found the key to making it work for Allied grads is to follow up with a good internship and job training placement.
We do this at our company and we have Allied grads who work out fine. What they seem to need is 2 to 3 more months of hands on training to be ready to produce valuable work.
There is no reason to give up or quit and spend $3400 with Andrews to be able to retake APT (anatomy, physiology, terminology). And I believe Allied uses the SUM material for Beginning Med Typing- SUM has been around for decades I think.
A recent trainee of mine went to Allied and followed up with internship at Med Workshops. The internship made it happen for her. She is now doing fine and going on 1-1/2 yrs employed with us.
I want to go a little further on this subject:
Tuition is going to have to go down in the current economic climate. $3400 and up for tuition is just too steep for most people. Even the best schools will be hit hard by the reduction in discretionary spending.
Allied Medical School....
I have been taking the MT course through Allied Medical School.. Anyone ever heard about them? Also, they allow you to take the quizzes and test online open~book...will this hurt me in the long run? And, how do I become "certified"? Will I have to go take a certification test somewhere???????????
How extremely childish. You are in for a BIG surprise. This is a tough business. nm
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If you are inadequately prepared, you will be toast. My business is growing.
Please don't put us all in the same box with you. Some of us have nothing to complain about. We're doing well.
You may not like that. It may not make you happy. That doesn't make it any less true. Go ahead and wish the worst for others if it makes you feel better about losing your accounts, but you may have lost them because you aren't very good at what you do.
All we have to go on is what you posted. You are losing work, going out of business, failiing
If you aren't doing well, the wisest thing is to change your situation. Get a better education perhaps. All we know about you is the fact that you have posted that this career is not working for you and some of your friends are also having problems.
Allied doesn't care if you learn anything OR if you get a job. They just want their $$. nm
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I respectfully disagree--Allied has a GUARANTEED...
...lifetime job placement program. Any of the MT schools iare what you make of it and how you work it. I have already been offered a position and I haven't even finished the Allied course yet. Just sayin'.
I've seen many, many Allied grads who can't find a job. sm
I also know many people who hire MTs who do employment testing, and "most" Allied MTs can't pass the employment tests. That's why many companies just say they require 2 years' experience and won't even test Allied grads.
How long have you been away? Might need a refresher course from a local college or business school.
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