IBMC Program Blogs
The Ultimate Guide to Medical Assisting
Since the beginning of medicine, physicians have always needed some assistance. With the help of student-aides, ancient doctors were able to care for more patients—more quickly. These people wouldn’t have called themselves Medical Assistants back then, but they often filled that role, performing supporting tasks for the primary care provider. Hospitals, clinics and treatment centers…
IBMC College receives approval for new accreditation
On December 14, IBMC College received notification of accreditation approval from its new accrediting body, the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). IBMC College began the transition process to the new agency in anticipation of the Department of Education’s decision to not recognize the authority of its previous accrediting body, the Accrediting Council…
IBMC College Santa’s Workshop toy drive 2017
IBMC College Santa’s Workshop toy drive benefits 62 northern Colorado families IBMC College recently completed its annual Santa’s Workshop toy drive, a holiday donation event that benefited a total of 62 students’ families between each of its three northern Colorado campus locations. Students, staff and faculty donated money or new, unwrapped toys from Nov. 27…
4 Steps to Become a Certified Medical Assistant
If you’re the type of person who’s happy to help others, why not make a career of it? Medical Assistants are a valuable asset to any clinic, hospital or other medical facility. With the healthcare industry growing so quickly, there’s a huge need for more compassionate people to care for our aging population. STEP 1:…
IBMC College to host Santa’s Workshop, toy drive for children of students
Starting today, IBMC College campuses across northern Colorado are accepting donations of new, unwrapped toys to its Santa’s Workshop toy drive through December 13. IBMC College is helping students this holiday season by stocking Santa’s Workshop at each campus location with toys donated by students, staff, faculty and the general public in order for students…
How to Care For Your Long Hair
Long, healthy hair is highly sought after in the beauty world, but it's not something you can achieve overnight. It takes dedication and patience, and can often cause frustration. Stress, pollution and diet are just a few of many foes you’ll combat as you grow your hair out. But there are a few things you…
5 Benefits to a Career in Medical Billing and Coding
You might be asking yourself, "what is Medical Billing and Coding, anyway?" It's a fast-growing career in the medical field, but the terminology can be a little confusing at first. When you visit a doctor, she or he needs to make notes about the treatment or examination you receive. These notes allow your insurance company…
How-to: Beach Waves
Watch IBMC Cosmetology student Brystal share her technique for beach waves, a casual daily style that's quick and easy—it can be achieved in ten minutes!
IBMC College campuses hosting safe, free community Trick-or-Treating event
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Dollar Store Hair Dye vs. Salon Quality
At any grocery or department store, you’re likely to find a wall of boxed home hair dye products. Pull a color off the shelf, take it home and do it yourself. You can even pick up a box at your local dollar store. But are you really getting a better deal? Cosmetology Instructor Chelsea Gillingham…
