Q. Is Medical Transcription a new field?
A. Medical Transcription is a well-established profession. And it is expected to grow at a higher-than-average rate.

Q. Why do people become Medical Transcriptionists?
A. Because they can make good money and have a skill that is in great demand - working in a medical office or at home, with experience.

Q. Do all Medical Transcriptionists work at home?
A. No. There are many jobs in offices, clinics and hospitals.

Q. Are there other advantages?
A. Yes. Security. People will always need doctors, and doctors will always need transcribed reports to document each patient history.

Q. Is Medical Transcription easy to learn?
A. Yes. We show you step by step how to transcribe from audio cassettes dictated by doctors in actual clinical settings.

Q. Do I need any previous education or experience?
A. You need no previous medical experience. You must be able to read, write and understand directions to begin the course. As you progress, you will need to develop some typing skills. If you don't currently know how to type, we can counsel you on the best typing tutorials to use for your specific skill level.

Q. What is the earnings range for a Medical Transcriptionist?
A. Because salaries vary from one place to another, we suggest you inquire in your area. We think you'll be pleased at what you discover.

Q. Who will I be working for?
A. Medical Transcriptionists work directly for doctors, clinics, hospitals and transcribing services.

Q. How much work is available?
A. The current demand is great because healthcare is growing faster than other segments of the economy.

Q. How will I find work when I'm ready?
A. U.S. Career Institute offers continuing graduate support. We show you how to contact employers and present your credentials.

Q. Is U.S. Career Institute accredited?
A. Yes. U.S. Career Institute is an Accredited Member of the Distance Education and Training Council. The Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency, for distance learning schools. Because of this, our curriculum, faculty, administrative procedures, and policies are frequently reviewed to ensure that we continue to meet the DETC's exceptionally high standards of quality.

Q. What other credentials does U.S. Career Institute have?
A. U.S. Career Institute has been a state-approved school since it was established more than twenty years ago. Since that time thousands of men and women have received our training. If in the future you wish to transfer USCI credits, you should check with the receiving institution because requirements vary from place to place and U.S. Career Institute makes no representation regarding transferability of credits.

Q. If I'm in the military can I be reimbursed for my tuition?
A. U.S. Career Institute is qualified under the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support, or DANTES program. Military personnel, including those on active duty or reserve, may be eligible for partial reimbursement of tuition upon graduation. For reimbursement information contact your DANTES education officer before you enroll.

Q. Will my employer reimbursement for my tuition?
A. Some students may be eligible for full or partial reimburse of their tuition by their employers. Your company may be able to take advantage of The Employee Education Assistance Act (IRS Code, Section 127). Check with your supervisor or personnel department.

Q. Are there any extras I must buy?
A. No. When you are midway into the course, you will need to access a computer. We're happy to advise you on where to borrow or rent one because we feel that developing PC skills as you progress through the course will speed up your progress and increase your earning potential when you graduate.

Q. What is the potential for advancement?
A. As a Medical Transcriptionist, your earnings grow with your experience.

Q. What other fees are there?
A. There are NO additional hidden fees or graduation fees to worry about when you take classes with USCI. The only fee you’ll incur will be an optional $5 transcript fee if you request it.