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Thresea Gilchrist – Graduate Highlight

Before attending East Ohio, I had no prior college experience. I was a happy wife to a very wonderful man of 42 years and counting. We have 3 children and 6 beautiful grandchildren. At the time, I was recently laid off from my job as a Customer Resource Coordinator/ Medical Records Specialist and realized it was … Read more

WMC Physician Practices – Externship Highlight

East Ohio College’s medical and nursing programs are proud of their new affiliation with Weirton Medical Center’s Physician Practices. WMC Physician Practices has been serving the Ohio Valley area since 1954 by providing outstanding healthcare. WMC provides a variety of services including but not limited to: OBGYN, Primary Care, Breast Care, Pediatrics and Adolescence Care, … Read more

Kayla Habbit – Student Highlight

Medical Assisting student, Kayla Habbit, was a new high school graduate when she chose East Ohio College. During high school, Kayla attended the Jefferson County Joint Vocational Center, where she studied Early Childhood Education.  After graduation, she decided that she wanted to pursue something in the medical field. Kayla decided to look at East Ohio … Read more

Amberly Bracken – Student Highlight

Amberly Bracken is a new nursing student at East Ohio College. She lives with her boyfriend, Steve, and her two cats and two dogs. When she is not in class, you can find Amberly exploring the outdoors, traveling, or spending time with family, friends, or her pets. She has been to four different countries and … Read more

How To Start Your Journey to Become A Medical Assistant

You’ve made the important decision for the career path you want to pursue and have decided to become a medical assistant. Congratulations on choosing medical assisting as an exciting new career! Now that you’ve chosen your dream job, it’s time to plan your path to get there. Many healthcare employers require you to have some … Read more

4 Tips for Balancing School, Work, and Life During the Holidays

The holiday season has arrived and that means family activities, holiday parties, and delicious cookies! While we all love finding that perfect gift and spending more time with loves ones, balancing these extra activities can be challenging when you have school, work, and family life. With all the extra holiday fun during this joyful time … Read more

The Growing Medical Industry in Columbiana County

The healthcare industry continues to grow across the country and the same is true in Columbiana County. With an increased number of people who now have access to medical care, and an aging population, the medical industry is projected to continue expanding well into the future. Healthcare providers are consistently hiring professionals at all levels … Read more

Thankful for Our Students

At East Ohio College, our purpose is to empower change by creating opportunity for each and every student that walks into our campus. We strive to provide all students with the education, training, and skills to achieve career success. We offer fast track training programs in Nursing, LPN to RN Bridge, Medical Assisting, Dental Assisting, … Read more

The Value of a Two-Year Business Degree

In today’s world, business is everywhere. From your local coffee shop, to global corporations, our world runs on businesses and the products, services, and experiences they offer. How do businesses keep their operations running smoothly? How do they ensure their customers are happy? How do they know if they’re making a profit? The answer to … Read more

The Value of Short-Term Degrees

Last Updated on May 12, 2023. As the education space evolves, more and more students are opting to attend short-term degree programs rather than spending years in school earning an education. These short-term programs that can be completed in less than 18 months give students the opportunity to complete their education, earn valuable certifications, and … Read more