Nonprofit allied healthcare education with flexible online and blended programs in Clearwater, Florida.
Ultimate Medical Academy offers diploma and associate degree programs in allied healthcare fields, available both online and in blended formats at its Clearwater campus. Programs include Clinical Medical Assistant, Health Information Management, Medical Billing and Coding, Pharmacy Technician, Dental Assistant with Expanded Functions, Patient Care Technician, Phlebotomy Technician, and several others. The institution is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), and the Health Information Management program holds programmatic accreditation from CAHIIM. Courses are designed with hands-on training components in select programs and include certification preparation.
UMA emphasizes comprehensive student support throughout the educational journey. Services include one-on-one academic support, learner services, small class sizes, 24/7 technical support, and advisor guidance at every step. The institution offers a provisional enrollment period during which students do not pay tuition until after successfully completing their first course. No standardized testing (SAT, GMAT, GRE, ACT) is required for enrollment. Students have access to certification prep, job search assistance, resume and interview coaching, and real-world externships in select programs.
UMA's Career Services team includes 125+ advisors committed to supporting students' healthcare career paths. Services begin before graduation and include resume optimization, interview coaching, LinkedIn profile development, and personalized job search support. The institution reports that 4 out of 5 surveyed employers who have hired UMA graduates said they would hire another. Alumni services provide continued networking, professional development, and access to employer partner networks through ConnectUMA.
UMA accepts students on a rolling basis with classes starting every 2-3 weeks throughout the year. The admissions process involves contacting an admissions representative, discussing financial aid options with a Student Finance advisor, attending new student orientation, and beginning coursework. Transfer credits from other institutions may be eligible for transfer to UMA. The institution serves both domestic and international students and offers military student support.