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First Institute
About First Institute
Since our founding in 1982, First Institute has been preparing students like you for rewarding careers. Our focus is on ensuring graduates are career-ready, so you are equipped with the skills, experience and connections to pursue a new career.
And while our programs have evolved over the years to meet changes in technology and the demands of the job market, our total commitment to our students – and their success—remains unchanged.
You can’t put your life on hold to go back to school. At First Institute, you don’t have to. Our programs are tailored for busy adults with work and family commitments. We have both day and evening class options, so you can find the best fit for your needs.
Available Programs
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Dental Assisting
First Institute can equip you with the skills you need to start a professional career. You’ll train in a fully functioning dental laboratory as you train in:
- Administrative procedures
- Dental records, ethics and HIPAA compliance
- Oral health and endodontics
- Lab procedures including primary and secondary impressions, fixed prosthetics and dental implants
- Anatomy, morphology and dental sciences
- Dental specialties like orthodontics and pediatric dentistry
- Operative and chair-side assisting including instrument care and use, charting, and patient care and support
- Coronal polishing and dental sealants
- Dental radiology – x-ray equipment, safety and digital/film processing
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Medical Assisting
As the population ages, the need for medical professionals of all types will continue to grow. At First Institute, you’ll get both online classes with hands-on training as you learn the skills needed to start your career with confidence. You’ll learn:
- Anatomy, physiology and pathology
- Medical terminology
- Medical billing and coding and health records management
- Medical insurance claims utilizing CPT-4 & ICD-10 codebooks
- Medical law and ethics
- Instruction in clinical procedures
- Medical office administration and communications
- Lab Procedures including EKG, phlebotomy, urinalysis and diagnostic testing
- Medical assisting procedures in minor surgeries, pediatrics, OB examinations, imaging and radiology
You’ll also complete a 160-hour (10-week) externship in a medical office setting, where you’ll work with real patients and healthcare providers.
Campus Locations
Aurora, IL
405 N. Eola Road
Aurora,
Crystal Lake, IL
790 McHenry Ave
Crystal Lake,
Libertyville, IL
1139 S Milwaukee Ave
Libertyville,