Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
Overview
At a Glance
School type
Private, for-profit, 4-year or above
School Size & Setting
Medium | Urban
Students-to-Faculty Ratio
10:1
Religious affliation
Not applicable
General Information
Address
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
2121 S El Camino Real Bldg C 200, San Mateo, California 94403
See on MapPhone
(650) 685-6616
Website
www.gurnick.edu/Mission Statement
The mission of Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts is to offer quality allied-health and nursing programs that integrate professional skills, career-focused education and hands-on practical experience, empowering students to develop and achieve their personal and career potentials. Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts believes that education should promote the development of positive self- esteem. Therefore, the institution provides services that support the efforts of students to succeed academically, vocationally and personally. The Academy provides a sophisticated level of training to individuals who desire a professional career in the medical field. This is accomplished through educational programs utilizing up to date training equipment, didactic lectures and hands-on experience provided by highly trained instructors, physicians and technologists.
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Financial Aid: Undergraduates
Received financial aid
48%| Type of aid | % of students receiving aid | Average amount |
|---|---|---|
| Federal grants | 48.0% | $4,500 |
| State/local grants | 2.0% | $2,190 |
| Institutional grants | 0.0% | $0 |
| Loans | 46.0% | $11,439 |
Financial aid resources
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Academics
Most Popular Undergraduate majors
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
- Physical Therapy Assistant
- Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
Undergraduate Majors X
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS
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Physical Therapy Assistant
- A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of a physical therapist, to implement physical therapy treatment care plans, train patients, conduct treatment interventions, use equipment, and observe and record patient progress. Includes instruction in applied anatomy and physiology, behavioral sciences, biomechanics, clinical documentation, clinical pathology, communication, exercise physiology, kinesiology, neuroscience, and professional standards and ethics. See other colleges that offer this major
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Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
- A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians, to employ radioactive and stable nuclides in diagnostic evaluations and therapeutic applications while monitoring for patient health and safety. Includes instruction in nuclear physics, health physics, instrumentation and statistics, biochemistry, immunology, radiopharmacology, radiation biology, clinical nuclear medicine, radionuclide therapy, computer applications, safety regulations, equipment operation, quality control, laboratory procedures, taking patient histories, patient evaluation and monitoring, emergency first aid, administration and record-keeping, and personnel supervision. See other colleges that offer this major
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Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
- A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians, to provide medical imaging services to patients and attending health care professionals. Includes instruction in applied anatomy and physiology, patient positioning, radiographic technique, radiation biology, safety and emergency procedures, equipment operation and maintenance, quality assurance, patient education, and medical imaging/radiologic services management. See other colleges that offer this major
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Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- A program that generally prepares individuals in the knowledge, techniques and procedures for promoting health, providing care for sick, disabled, infirmed, or other individuals or groups. Includes instruction in the administration of medication and treatments, assisting a physician during treatments and examinations, Referring patients to physicians and other health care specialists, and planning education for health maintenance. See other colleges that offer this major
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Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- A program that prepares individuals to assist in providing general nursing care under the direction of a registered nurse, physician or dentist. Includes instruction in taking patient vital signs, applying sterile dressings, patient health education, and assistance with examinations and treatment. See other colleges that offer this major
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Admissions
Application Fee
Undergraduate
$100Graduate
No informationStudent Life
Student Demographics
Female Students
79%Male Students
21%Student Ethnicities
- Hispanic/Latino32.72%
- Asian27.66%
- Caucasian16.57%
- Two Or More Ethnicities7.79%
- Black7.65%
- Not Specified5.21%
- Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander1.99%
- American Indian/Alaska Native0.41%
Student body breakdown
Total students enrolled
3,866
Undergraduate students
3,866
Full Time Students
97%Part Time Students
3%Student services
- Meal plan
- Counseling services
- Remedial services
- Work-study
- Placement services
- Study abroad
- Weekend/evening classes
- On-campus day care for student's children