At the Decatur  campus (formerly the Atlanta-DeKalb campus), we can address a students’ need to excel because we provide the training they’ll need to be successful in their chosen field. We can provide the diploma and degree programs that help you get a person get on with their life.

Our instructors bring their own real-world experiences to the classroom. The small work teams you’ll be assigned to will give you greater access to the instructor for one-on-one assistance if and when you need it.  And the great thing about leaning in an “Everest Institute” environment is that you get to hone your skills by practicing in the real-world environment we provide.

Our instructors are able to make the subjects come alive through inspirational classroom discussions and innovative classroom projects. The Atlanta – Decatur  campus offers men and women just like you the chance to take the career training that can give them the confidence and skills needed to grasp vital course concepts.

Contact the Decatur  campus today to take on of several programs, which include:  Dialysis Technician, Massage Therapy, Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Assisting, Medical Insurance Billing and Coding and Respiratory Care.

Student Scholarships

There are a vast number of college scholarships available for students looking for financial aid. These scholarships are based on gender, ethnicity, age, and the type of education being pursued. You can find out for what type of scholarships you could qualify by submitting your application.

Private Loans

A loan through a private bank or other lender is another option that students can look into when it comes time to fund their educational needs. Private loans often depend on a credit score or a co-signer. Check with your school of interest Student Finance Planner to learn more.

Federal Perkins Loans

The Perkins loan is a low-interest federal loan made to students with an exceptional financial need. Talk with an Everest Student Finance Planner to find out if you qualify for one of these loans.

Grants for Students

If obtained, a grant will never need to be repaid. This is essentially free money that can be used to pay for your schooling. Check with your Everest Institute Student Finance Planner to find out for what grants you would qualify.

*Financial Aid available for those who qualify.

Our school is part of a network of more than 100 schools throughout the US, and this means we have access to job postings across the country. We’re able to work with local employers to help our graduates find the career of their dreams.

The following are just a few of the career and job placement benefits you’ll receive at Everest Institute:

Best Techniques on How to Interview

Interviewing is an important element of the job search process. And the better prepared you are, the greater the chances of you landing the job of your dreams. We’ll work with you to help you boost your confidence and refine your answers.

Managing Diverse Business Situations

As a professional, you’re going to come across a myriad of unique situations on the job. And how you handle a situation could be a factor in making — or breaking your career. We’ll give you all the help you need.

Resumé and Cover Letters

Consider letting our Career Services Staff work with you in developing a winning resumé. You won’t always get a second chance to make a first impression — twice. That’s why it’s important to get it right the first time.

Choosing an appropriate wardrobe

Dressing the appropriately is an integral part of being a success in your profession. It’s also important to make a good first-impression with a potential employer.

* No guarantee of employment is made or implied.

Dialysis Technician training will give you both clinical and technical skills that will allow you to be responsible for direct patient care. You’ll gain hands-on experience in such areas as physical assessments, fluid management, universal precautions, sets up and operation of a hemodialysis machine and more.

Massage Therapy

The Massage Therapy Program will provide you with the tools, ethics and necessary skills to successfully practice in a variety of settings such as Chiropractic Offices, Medical Offices or Spas. Courses include training in anatomy and physiology, deep tissue massage, client safety, Swedish Massage, Business Skills, Sports Massage and more.

Medical Administrative Assistant

The Medical Administrative Assistant Program places a strong emphasis on the administrative and business aspects of successfully overseeing the day-to-day operations of a medical or dental office. Class training includes: basic principles of accounting, medical terminology, medical law and ethics, communications and more.

Medical Assisting

In the Medical Assisting Program, you can get the skills to work efficiently on a health care team. You classroom hands-on training will include: patient care and communication, clinical assisting and pharmacology, laboratory procedures, therapeutic care and more.

Medical Insurance Billing and Coding

If you like the idea of working with insurance claims forms in a health care environment, the Medical Insurance Billing and Coding is the program to give you knowledge of basic coding definition and their application to medical documents. You’ll receive classroom and hands-on training in medical insurance, current procedural coding and more.

Respiratory Care

Respiratory therapists are members of a team of health care professionals working in a wide variety of clinical settings to evaluate, treat, and manage patients of all ages with respiratory illnesses and other cardiopulmonary disorders. As members of this team, respiratory therapists should exemplify the standards and ethics expected of all health care professionals. In addition to performing respiratory care procedures, respiratory therapists are involved in clinical decision-making and patient education.

Some of Decatur’s more notable and popular museums include the nearby Atlanta Cyclorama and Civil War Museum, the Atlanta History Center, the Jimmy Carter Library and museum, and the Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change. There are also several notable arts festivals in Decatur which include the Georgia Shakespeare Festival, and Music Midtown.

There’s no shortage of sports activities for the die-hard sports fan either! The Atlanta Braves (MLB), the Atlanta Hawks (NBA), and the Atlanta Falcons (NFL) are among the city’s most professional sports team standouts.

Outdoor activities abound in the exciting and historical city of Atlanta. Fun outdoor recreational activities include: boating, fishing, camping, golfing, hiking, rock climbing, tennis and more! There’s no shortage of world-class amusement parks either! Atlanta – Decatur area has three Six Flag Amusement Parks (Six Flags over Georgia, Six Flags Whitewater, and Six Flags American Adventure).

The region offers nearly everything imaginable from sports bars to dance clubs to jazz and blues music venues. Many of the clubs and bars are typically open for business seven days a week until 4 a.m. in the morning. Decatur is a unique experience that people of all age groups can enjoy.

And whether you live, work, play or just visiting in Decatur or the great city of Atlanta, getting higher education at the Decatur campus can assist in helping you reach your education goals quickly and easily.

Contact us today to start training for an exciting new career in the health care industry.