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RESPONSE TO COVID-19 (May 20, 2020 – 12:47 PM)

Updated May 20th, 2020

Campus Administrative Operations:

Per the executive directive from the State of Connecticut, on May 20th businesses may begin reopening, this would include aspects of our administrative operations.

All admissions meetings are by appointment only. All individuals entering the building must wear a mask.

Campus Laboratory Operations:

In accordance with the Governor’s plan to reopen the state, we are targeting mid-June or July to slowly start allowing small groups of students on campus to complete their required laboratory competencies.

In an effort to keep students on track towards their expected graduation dates, we have started with students closer to the end of their program. We will continue to slowly introduce groups back into clinical settings over the coming months as it becomes safer at more facilities.

We will provide more information as we get closer to the end of the month but students and faculty alike should expect that requirements for entering the building will be strict, with each student or faculty member being screened every day.

Clinical/ Externships:

As a result of the Department of Public Health’s announcement, we will continue to slowly introduce groups back into clinical settings over the coming months as it becomes safer at more facilities. Our staff will reach out to the students that were in the progress of completing their externship, however please note that this process will take time.

Classroom Instruction:

We will continue to offer classes online. We intend to provide more clarity on the resumption of on-ground courses at the beginning of June.

Please be mindful that the course of the pandemic cannot be confidently predicted. It is entirely possible that even if conditions warranting reopening are met in June, a new wave of infections after the reopening of business and commerce might strain hospital capacity by late August. We ask for students to be patient and plan to follow the guidelines given by the Department of Public Health and CDC.

Important Links:

CT.Gov: Sector Rules and Certification for May 20th Reopen
CDC.Gov: Frequently Asked Questions

AIHT Education’s Patient Care Technician program

AIHT Education’s Patient Care Technician program starts March 30th, 2020. The program is 4 months in length preparing students for entry-level patient care technician jobs as well as equip them with the skills and knowledge to earn National Certification in the healthcare field. The Patient Care Technician Program includes training in Electrocardiography, Phlebotomy & Nurse Assistant.

In the program students will learn:

Vital signs measurement
Assisting with the Nursing Process
Phlebotomy equipment
Special Collection Procedures
Storage, safety, quality and hygiene
Electrocardiography

Program Length and Schedule:

Day & Evening Classes
300 Clock Hours – 4 Months
30 Hour Externship

During the externship the students will have a hands-on experience to practice the skills learned in the class in a long term care center in the observation of clinical instructors. Externships allow students to develop skills and contacts within the profession while they explore various career opportunities.

The program at AIHT Education features:

Small class sizes
Classes near public transportation
Hands on training at a nursing home
Instructors with professional experience

After completion of the program, students will appear for the Connecticut Nurse Aide Exam. Students are able to take the Prometric Connecticut State Nursing Assistant and the National Certification Exam at AIHT.

Are you interested in becoming a Patient Care Technician?

AIHT Education is an accredited healthcare training school in Stratford CT. Visit our website at Aiht.edu or call 203-870-8400 to schedule an appointment to speak with an admission counselor. Your future in healthcare starts at AIHT Education.

Evening Ultrasound Technician Classes Start February 2020

Balancing work, life and school can be a challenge. That’s why AIHT Education is now offering on-campus evening classes for all Ultrasound programs: Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Cardiovascular Technologist and Vascular Technologist starting February 10th 2020. The Ultrasound programs are two years in length meeting during the week from 5 pm – 9 pm.

Ultrasound is one of the most commonly used forms of diagnostic imaging. It helps doctors gain insights into the inner workings of the body, and is known for being, safe, radiation-free, noninvasive and widely accessible.

The comprehensive training program at AIHT Education includes classroom instruction, hands-on training, and a clinical internship. The school has a student to teacher ratio of 14:1. The institute offers Financial Aid for those that qualify.

All the Ultrasound programs start with classes such as Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, and Ultrasound Physics. The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program covers scanning modules in abdomen, vascular and Ob/gyn. The Cardiovascular Technologist program covers scanning modules in adult echo and vascular. Each Ultrasound program includes 800 hours of externship which will give students an opportunity to practice scanning in a hospital or clinic. Students learn job-related situations and how to handle these situations while working under the supervision of a trained professional in the field.

“Choosing a career is an important decision” Ravish Shah, President of AIHT Education “Our goal is to help individuals choose a career-focused education program that fits their goals, lifestyle and work/family obligations.”

AIHT Education is an accredited healthcare training school in Stratford CT that offers training in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Cardiovascular Technologist and Vascular Technologist as well as Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Certified Nurse Assistant, and Medical Billing and Coding. Visit our website at Aiht.edu to schedule an appointment to speak with an admission counselor or call 203-870-8400. Your future in healthcare starts at AIHT Education.

Certified Nursing Assistant Class Starts Jan 20th 2020

AIHT Education’s Certified Nursing Assistant program starts January 20th, 2020. The program is 6- 8 weeks long with day and evening classes available. This course is designed for students that want to become Certified Nurse Assistant in the State of Connecticut by meeting the standard curriculum suggested by the Department of Public Health, State of Connecticut.

Certified nursing assistants (CNAs) fill the gap between patients and nurses – providing quality-of-life care to patients in hospitals, nursing homes, long-term care and hospice facilities, and in residential settings. They also gather vital information about patients’ conditions, which they relay to their supervisors, so their patients can get the care they need.

The program at AIHT Education features:

Small class sizes
Classes near public transportation
Hands on training at a nursing home
Licensed instructors with professional experience

After completion of the program, students will appear for the Connecticut Nurse Aide Exam. Students are able to take the Prometric Connecticut State Nursing Assistant Exam at AIHT.

Are you interested in becoming a CNA?

AIHT Education is an accredited healthcare training school in Stratford CT. Visit our website at Aiht.edu or call 203-870-8400 to schedule an appointment to speak with an admissions counselor. Your future in healthcare starts at AIHT Education.

Blood Drive Oct 25th 9 am – 2 pm

AIHT Education will host a community blood drive with the American Red Cross on Friday, October 25th from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 480 Lordship Blvd Stratford CT.

We’ll be working together to give back to the community in a truly life-changing way since each donation we collect can save up to three lives.
To make an appointment to donate, sign up online at redcrossblood.org with sponsor code ‘AIHT’.

There are many ways you can help, but most importantly we hope you come out to donate.

“Hosting a blood drive coincides with AIHT’s core values of giving back to the community,” said Ravish Shah, President “With a simple blood donation, we have the ability to help save the life of someone who could be a coworker, loved one or neighbor.”

Blood is routinely transfused to patients with cancer and other diseases, premature babies, organ transplant recipients and trauma victims, according to the Red Cross.

“The short amount of time it takes to donate can mean a lifetime to a patient with a serious medical condition. We urge eligible donors to join us in the selfless act of giving blood.”

Donors of all blood types are needed, especially those with types O negative, B negative and A negative. According to the Red Cross, type O negative is the universal blood type that can be safely transfused to anyone and is often used to treat trauma patients.

About AIHT Education

AIHT Education is an accredited healthcare training school in Stratford CT that offers training in Ultrasound Technician, Medical Assistant, Medical Billing and Coding, Patient Care Technician, and Certified Nurse Assistant.

AIHT Students Earn National Phlebotomy Technician Certification

Congratulations to the AIHT Students that passed the National Healthcareer Association Phlebotomy Technician Certification exam Friday, October 27th!

Phlebotomy Technicians are critical team members at hospitals, diagnostic laboratories and blood donor centers. The primary task in a phlebotomy technician’s career is to draw blood from the patient’s veins by using a needle and a syringe.

As advancements in medical technology rise, it’s an especially exciting time to begin a career in this thriving field.

Earning your Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CPT) certification from the National Healthcareer Association can give employers confidence in your skills and abilities.

Interested in pursuing a career as a Phlebotomist? Learn more about AIHT Phlebotomy program by scheduling a visit or call 203-870-8400.

Now Hiring: Health Specialty Instructor

Require Health Specialty Instructor with healthcare background to plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course materials, and methods of instruction; compile, administer, and grade exams; prepare and deliver lectures to the students on healthcare specialty courses; prepare course materials; maintain student attendance, grades, and other required records; observe and evaluate student’s performance; prepare students for careers in healthcare fields; keep abreast of developments in the healthcare field by reading current literature and participating in professional conferences; assist school with community outreach for health promotion. Work with sonography modalities.

Req. at least a Master’s degree in Public Health.

Mail resume to AIHT Education, 480 Lordship Blvd, Stratford, CT 06615.

You may also email resume to hr@aihtedu.com

AIHT Education is an EOE.

Medical Assistant Program Recognized by AMT

AIHT Education is proud to announce that our Medical Assistant program is now recognized by American Medical Technologists (AMT). AMT is a professional organization that offers certification services as well as membership programs to the allied health community. In addition to certification for Medical Assistants, the organization offers certification services for the following professionals: Medical Technologists, Medical Laboratory Technicians, Medical Lab Assistants, Medical Administrative Specialists, Phlebotomy Technicians, Dental Assistants, Allied Health Instructors, and Clinical Laboratory Consultants.

Upcoming Class Schedule

AIHT Education is now enrolling new students. Please find below the starting dates for the for the respective healthcare training programs at the Stratford, CT campus.

Please contact the admissions department at 203-870-8400 for more information about our training programs and admission process.

Day Hours: 9 AM – 2 PM | Evening Hours: 5 PM – 9 PM

AIHT Education Upcoming Class Schedule
AIHT Education Program Name	Day Monday – Thursday 9am-2pm Start Date	Evening Monday – Thursday 5pm-9pm Start Date
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) 8 weeks	September 23^th 2019	September 23^th 2019
Patient Care Technician (PCT) 4 months	September 23^th 2019	September 23^th 2019
Medical Assistant 8 months	October 7^th 2019	September 16^th 2019
Medical Billing & Coding 4 months	September 16^th 2019	January 13^th 2020
Diagnostic Medical Sonography 2 Years	February 10^th 2020	–
Cardiovascular Technologist 2 Years	October 7th, 2019	–
Vascular Technologist 2 Years	February 10^th 2020	–

Open House June 10th

Stratford, CT — Join American Institute of Healthcare and Technology (AIHT) for an Open House in Stratford, June 10th. AIHT offers career oriented healthcare training programs in the following areas: Phlebotomy Technician, Ultrasound Technologist, Cardiovascular Technologist, Medical Assistant, Medical Billing & Coding Specialist, Pharmacy Technician, and Clinical Cardiographic Technician (Advanced EKG).

Come learn all about the AIHT experience by visiting our campus and meeting with representatives from the Admissions Department. The Open House will be held at 480 Lordship Blvd, Stratford, CT 06615 June 10th from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

For those who wish to attend the Open House, please register by e-mailing the Admissions Department at admission@aihtedu.com or call 203-870-8400. Parking will be available onsite for public use.