Albany, NY Campus

Prepare yourself for a career with Mildred Elley at the Albany, NY college campus!

Albany Certificate & Associate Degree Programs

Our Certificate and Associate Degree programs in Albany, NY offer career training for the future. Our vocational school faculty and staff are professionals in the field and are handpicked so we know what technical skills are critical for your career success. In addition, you’ll receive Lifetime Job Placement Assistance provided by our Career Services Office to help you get a job after graduation.

Programs offered at the Albany, NY Campus

Our A.O.S. Degree programs include:

Medical Assistant Associate in Occupational Studies: By learning administrative and clinical skills in the Medical Assistant Albany A.O.S. degree program, our 20-month curriculum prepares students for a potential career in healthcare, working alongside doctors and nurses.

Massage Therapy Associate in Occupational Studies: The Massage Therapy A.O.S. degree program is designed to teach you techniques that focus on natural healing methods to help patients with chronic pain or stress. You will have the opportunity to train with seasoned professors to sharpen your skills through hands-on experience in massage sessions.

Our Certificate programs include:

Practical Nursing (PN) Certificate: The LPN Albany classes in the Practical Nurse Certificate program help students acquire the educational foundation in preparation for the NCLEX-PN examination in as little as 16 months. Successfully completing your LPN classes could allow you to work under the direction of registered nurses and doctors, providing basic medical care to patients.

Clinical Medical Assistant Certificate: The Clinical Medical Assistant Certificate program trains students in a variety of clinical skills including patient care, phlebotomy, EKGs, and electronic medical records knowledge, to name a few.

Massage Therapy Certificate: The experienced and licensed professors in the Massage Therapy Certificate program prepare students to qualify for the New York State licensing examination for Massage Therapy, with fundamental classroom lessons and hands-on learning in a clinic environment.

Non-Credit-Bearing Courses Available:

Nurse Aide Training Certificate Program

This 5-week program prepares students for the Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification exam necessary to become a CNA in New York State. 

Phlebotomy Technician Course 

This 105-hour Professional Development Course provides hybrid learning with both online classroom time and on-site clinical training, preparing students for the National Healthcare Association (NHA) Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) examination*

*This course is not included within the institution’s grant of accreditation for ABHES. The NHA has indicated that two courses offered by the institution meet the published testing plan and clinical hour requirements. High School Diploma or Equivalency required.

Albany, NY – Campus Location

Albany is the capital of New York and is about 150 miles north of New York City. Many fortune 500 companies have their offices in Albany, NY. Albany has experienced growth in the high-tech industry in the early 21st century.

Downtown Albany is the city’s oldest neighborhood. Albany has more than 60 public parks and recreation areas. The Palace Theater, The Egg, and the Capital Repertory Theatre provide forums for music, theater and spoken word performances.

Albany’s economy is heavily dependent on government, health care, education, and technology. The economy of Albany is Mildred Elley’s focus with many businesses, health care, and high-tech job training opportunities.

The Mildred Elley Albany campus is conveniently located in the Albany DMV building on Central Ave. Bus riders can find us on CDTA bus routes 1, 905, 353, and 12, with the West Mall Station – Central Ave Bus Stop right in front of the campus.

Mildred Elley students can purchase a CDTA Unlimited Bus Ride Pass at a reduced cost for a convenient commute to class.

Free parking is available in both the front and rear parking lots.

Amsterdam, NY – NEW Extension Site!

Mildred Elley is happy to announce that we will be offering daytime classes for the Clinical Medical Assistant Certificate or Practical Nurse Certificate (LPN) program in a new Amsterdam location, beginning in 2025. Those who live west of Albany can have the convenience of beginning their program at our Amsterdam site before finishing at the Albany campus. Call to speak with an admissions representative about how to begin the Medical Assistant or Practical Nurse Certificate Program in Amsterdam.

*Mildred Elley operates an extension site conveniently located in Amsterdam, NY. Students cannot complete an entire degree at an extension site and must take a number of courses at the Albany campus. Administrative and academic services, such as academic advisement, financial aid, tutoring, library, and career services resources, are available remotely to students from the Albany campus. Certain on-site services may be available to students by appointment. Please reach out to the Site Director for more information.

Albany, NY Campus – Degrees & Certificates

  • If you’re considering a career as a massage therapist, a quality massage therapy program can be your path to success. Enroll now and your dream of helping others as a massage therapist is closer than ever!

  • A good medical assistant program is necessary for people who want to work in this fast-paced, exciting career. We offer a well-rounded curriculum to help you begin your healthcare career with confidence.

  • If you’re looking to start a career as a nurse aide, CNA classes are a great place to begin! Mildred Elley’s nurse aide program is designed to teach you everything you need to know to join this career field.

  • Enrolling in a phlebotomy course is the first step you should take to earning your phlebotomy certification and starting a career in this exciting field of healthcare. Whether you are continuing your education or just getting started in the medical field you can start pursuing your phlebotomist career goals with our comprehensive course!

  • Finding the right practical nursing program is a very important step for starting your career as an LPN. Beyond the technical knowledge, you will also learn important skills needed for this career path, including communication skills, problem solving, critical thinking skills, and legal considerations.

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