Allied Medical School....
Posted By: Snowmamma! on 2008-10-24
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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???????????
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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
Allied Business School
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 is no better than At Home Professions or Penn Foster. Not a good school. NM
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online medical transcription school
Do you know of any legit online medical transcription school that I can consider ? I really want to do this but seems like all of the schools out there cost an arm and a leg and can not afford to take out so much loan and be in such debt espcially it's not even paying much after I graduate.
Please help me if anyone know of a good, reasonable school I can apply to. Thank you so much.
Best Medical Transcription School that can be taken in Canada?
Hi I live in Canada and I'm interested in taking a Medical Transcription program online. I have heard that the best schools are Andrews, M-Tec, and Career Step but all these are from the US and I'm not to sure if I'll be able to take them coming from Canada. I have heard of schools from Canada such as ICS and Canscribe. Are these any good? I especially want to hear the opinions of ones who have taken the course through ICS because it's a lot less pricier than Canscribe but I'm not too sure of if the program is good.
Medical Trans. Staffing School- here is one Summer
OK! It was harder to find than I thought. They are in the middle of an offer to train right now so, Summer, you can see and read what they are doing.
I didn't want to use the one we currently use for fear of being biased, but we did use this school for staffing about 1-1/2 yrs ago and they did a good job. Our company paid down the tuition somewhat to attract a large number of students at one time. We didn't pay it down this low.
http://www.medicaltranscriptionjobstraining.com/page12249.asp
$1990 for the Basics, short internship and a job. If I'm right this is about the same price as Career Step but you don't get internship or a job there.
I think M-Tec is over $3000 and Andrews is probably close to that. How much is Andrews? Does anyone know their tuition cost?
You don't need to pay retail prices to be trained and have a job. I know Community Colleges are very long and pretty costly so this is a good alternative.
Of course, Penn Foster, US Career, etc are really a tough way to go. I think a recent grad of US Career told me she had trained on tapes- Whew!!!!!!
I'm afraid there aren't as many MT staffing schools as I thought. The other one I found didn't remotely compare to this one. Beautiful website!
Are you a medical transcriptionist? Have you experience or training in medical transciption?
You can't just say you want to be "an" MT and just start doing it. It is not easy.
Medical Transcription/Medical Coding
Hi,
I am a MT and can't find a job or pass employment test. So, I have to take one of the AAMT approved schools this time around and was thinking about Medical Coding but, not sure of this. Does anyone know if Medical Coding is harder than Medical Transcription to pass or is the stress more intense? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks a bunch!
Barb
Medical Coder or Medical Transcription
I am so confused!! I took a Medical Transcription course and could not find a job and it was not one of the BIG 3. I am about ready to go with M-Tec Medical Transcription School. But, I have been reading post about Medical Coders and now I do not know which to choose. I do not want to make another mistake and choose the wrong school or the wrong career. Any advice or insight would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
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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?
Allied
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.
ALLIED
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.
Allied
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
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! 
Allied Business Schools, Inc.
Has anyone else out there taken MT courses from Allied Business Schools, Inc. - and if so - have you had any trouble finding a job?
Allied Business Schools
I also graduated from Allied and I have had a terrible time finding employment. I graduated in October and have yet to start working.
Allied Business Schools, Inc.
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.
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 $$$? Has anyone graduated from Allied and found a job? If so, please respond!! ANY SUGESTIONS from MT's would be greatly appreciated-I feel like I'm in the dark and don't want to make another bad decision!!! Thanks a bunch! 
Can someone that graduated from Allied please respond...
Can someone that graduated from Allied please respond... I really want to here from current or graduated students.
Thank you.
I'm a trainer at my Job and I get Allied grads
Lynette,
I've found the key to making it work for Allied grads is to follow up with a good internship and job training placement.
We do this at our company and we have Allied grads who work out fine. What they seem to need is 2 to 3 more months of hands on training to be ready to produce valuable work.
There is no reason to give up or quit and spend $3400 with Andrews to be able to retake APT (anatomy, physiology, terminology). And I believe Allied uses the SUM material for Beginning Med Typing- SUM has been around for decades I think.
A recent trainee of mine went to Allied and followed up with internship at Med Workshops. The internship made it happen for her. She is now doing fine and going on 1-1/2 yrs employed with us.
I want to go a little further on this subject:
Tuition is going to have to go down in the current economic climate. $3400 and up for tuition is just too steep for most people. Even the best schools will be hit hard by the reduction in discretionary spending.
Allied doesn't care if you learn anything OR if you get a job. They just want their $$. 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.
I disagree. Allied has a pretty decent program.
Check your Wal-Mart or McDonald's for Allied grads...
You'll have a better chance finding them working there than working in MT.
You're welcome.
Unfortunately Allied has a poor training program, and the companies know it. nm
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Agree with an outside school, but I went to a business & tech school. Great experience, better
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You CAN get a job at home, right out of school, but it has to be a GOOD school.
You should enroll in Andrews School or M-TEC. I know you don't want to spend more money, but at least you WILL be able to get a job. If you thought At Home Professions was a good course, you will be totally amazed at what you DIDN'T learn in that course that you WILL learn at the two good schools. There is no "required" curriculum for MT, anybody can open up a school, charge what they want, and teach what they want. Companies will waive the 2-years' experience requirement for graduates of Andrews School and M-TEC, but NOT for the other schools.
Another Medical Must
Does anyone know anything about this company?
I would appreciate any information on them.
Thanks !
Another Medical Must
Thanks. I did post it on the company board, but no replies yet.
Medical transcription is a lot more than just
typing. It depends on your knowledge of the material, how clear the dictation is, your knowledge of the material, how bad the doctor's accent is, your knowledge of the material, the quality of the recording, and, oh yes, your knowledge of the material. It also depends a lot on your knowledge of the material.
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I have taken a Medical Transcription course through PCDI but every job that I have applied for has wanted experience. How do you get experience if no one will hire you? Has anyone else had this problem? Please help...I'm so frustrated with the whole thing!!!
a medical transcription job
I finished a medical transcription class in June of 2005 and worked for a surgeon for 3 months. I was driving far for little hours. Can anyone tell me of a company that hires transcriptionists with very little experience
well, if you want to do medical transcription, then you want to get a job.
to get a job as a newbie is not as easy as you think. Some of the schools partner with companies who will take their newbies, with some additional specific training. So it increases your chances of getting a job - that is, if you want to work for the companies that partner with the school. Otherwise, you may want to go to the community college if they have a certificate program because at least you will have college credit towards your degree for your next job, when MT tanks.
Medical Secretary
Medical Secretary making $8.00/hr???? Where are you? Here in the DC Metro Area we are making $12-13/hr on average to start.
Do you have a medical dictionary?
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AC Medical Records?
HI! Has anyone heard of AC Medical Records in Oregon? I was offered a position with them and was wondering if anyone had any info. Thanks in advance!
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Medical Transcription is
looked upon as a stay-at-home-Mom's dream job. A way to really make a great living while Junior is looking over your shoulder. The advertisements do state that this works very well for family life. Career Step has on the opening page "eliminate daycare". So, do you think that MT's are being mislead? If I had a toddler, I would jump at the chance to learn a way to make money at home all the while raising Junior. JMO.
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