The EMT training at PMI is a 10 week program which will prepare you for an entry-level career as an emergency medical technician. The course includes information on managing pre-hospital sick or injured patients, caring for patients in the field, safely transporting the patient to the emergency department at a medical facility and more. Graduates from this program will be eligible to apply to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) and apply for state EMT certification.

According to the Board, the Program Outcome Index used to determine ranking is based on “on-time” graduation rates plus the first-time NCLEX pass rate within the calendar year. We are VERY proud of our nursing alumni who helped us achieve this great honor. Congratulations!

Arizona Nursing Program Outcome Index – Top Ten (maximum score 200)

1. University of Arizona – 195

2. Pima Medical Institute – Tucson Campus – 186

3.  Arizona State University – 185

4.  Pima Medical Institute – Mesa Campus – 185

5.  Coconino Community College – 183

6.  Northern Arizona University – 183

7.  Yavapai College – 169

8.  Estrella Mountain CC/Southwest Skill Center – 167

9.  Grand Canyon University – 167

10. Central Arizona College – 165

“We are thrilled to offer these two exciting new associate degree programs at our Houston campus,” said Philip Heine, campus director for Pima Medical Institute’s Houston campus. “Both the Physical Therapist Assistant program and the Dental Hygiene program meet our students’ career interests and the community’s need for highly skilled, professional health care workers in these medical fields.”

Students in the Dental Hygiene program receive classroom instruction that includes topics such as communication, anatomy and physiology, radiography, oral pathology, pain management, dental materials, periodontics and more, along with real-world training that will help them put what they’ve learned into practice.

“Similar dental hygiene programs require students to attend classes for three years,” said Heine. “Our accelerated, rigorous curriculum prepares students to be competent in clinical dental hygiene in just two years.”

Those enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program will learn about anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, physical therapy techniques, treatment plans, rehabilitation therapies and more. They will also perform externships in the community, working with local physical therapists, gaining experience in the field prior to graduation.

1. Tucson, AZ – 1972
2. Albuquerque, NM – 1985
3. Albuquerque Massage, NM – 1988
4. Mesa, AZ – 1986
5. Denver, CO – 1988
6. Seattle, WA – 1989
7. Chula Vista, CA – 1998
8. Colorado Springs, CO – 2002
9. Las Vegas, NV – 2003
10. Renton, WA – 2004
11. East Valley, AZ – 2008
12. Houston, TX – 2009
13. South Denver, CO – 2010

In 2006, PMI began offering a selection of Online programs starting with  an  associates degree in Health Care Administration. Recently, we added a bachelor’s degree completion programs in Nursing, Respiratory Therapy and Radiography. These Online degree programs offer a convenient way for our students to balance personal and professional responsibilities while continuing their education.

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The new Dental Hygiene programs builds upon Pima Medical Institute’s dedication to offer relevant, quality education that is affordable. The program helps students develop the skill set necessary for success in the field. Students receive classroom instruction that includes topics such as communication, anatomy and physiology, radiography, oral pathology, patient management, dental materials, periodontics and more, along with real-world training that will help them put what they’ve learned into practice.

The Dental Hygiene program is the first new program to be added to the Albuquerque campus since its expansion into the 44,000-square-foot space at the Pavilions at San Mateo, in early 2010. To date, Pima Medical Institute offers 11 associate degree and certificate programs in Albuquerque, including a Massage Therapy program offered at its Massage School and Clinic, located on San Pedro N.E.

PMI has hired Program Directors at both the Houston and Seattle campuses to begin the development of Dental Hygiene programs there.

Students who are accepted into the Mortuary Science program at Pima Medical Institute will gain the skills needed to become a compassionate, ethical funeral professional. Courses will cover topics such as microbiology, pathology, embalming, restorative art, funeral direction, management, law and the psychology of grief.