The Medix School was founded in 1969 for the purpose of training personnel for the medical and dental professions. Despite a number of ownership changes in the ensuing years, Medix has been in continuous operation since its founding. With four campus locations in the U.S. (one in Georgia and three in Maryland), the school today offers a variety of programs in the allied health field. Medix also offers a limited number of technology programs which are available from its new Medix Technical Training Center, a division of the Medix School Atlanta campus. In addition to its U.S. facilities, Medix also operates campuses in Canada.

Points of Distinction

• Student-focused career planning programs
• Hands-on training
• Continuous curricular improvement based on industry surveys
• Accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)

Course Topics

Medix offers certificate and/or diploma programs in a variety of career areas, most of them related to the medical and dental professions. Not all programs are offered at every campus. Available programs include the following fields of study:

• Cosmetology
• Dental Assistant
• Medical Assistant
• Medical office Assistant
• Biotechnician
• Emergency Medical Technician
• Expanded Function Dental Assistant
• Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration
• Massage Therapy
• Medical Assisting
• Medical Billing and Coding
• Patient Care Technician
• Pharmacy Technician
• Welding Technology

Medix School Admissions

The admission process can be initiated online. Applicants should arrange for a personal interview prior to enrollment. The interview can take place either at the school or in the applicant's home. Admission requirements include a standard high school diploma or equivalency certificate and successful completion of a standardized entrance test.

Medix School Faculty Quality

Faculty members are dynamic individuals who possess excellent administrative skills. Instructors are highly qualified in their field and possess not only knowledge but working experience.

Medix School Student Enrollment

Student population varies by campus. The Georgia campus serves close to 400 students, while the Towson, Maryland campus has an enrollment of roughly 450.

Medix School Student Life

The student experience at Medix does not include on-campus housing but does include availability of day or evening classes, job placement assistance, and financial aid for students who qualify. All programs are culminated by a four-month externship, giving students experience in a real-world working environment. The Georgia campus is situated on a three-acre suburban location in Smyrna, 20 miles outside of Atlanta. Public transportation is readily available to serve all campuses and all sites are easily accessible from major highways.