If you're considering pursuing a career in the medical field by going to college, you may have come across the term "NC-SARA" or National Council of State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements. But what exactly does this mean for you as a prospective student? Let's dive into what NC-SARA is all about and why it's important for those looking to enroll. What is NC-SARA? NC-SARA is a nationwide initiative that enhances access to distance education and ensures consistent standards for online learning programs across participating states. It stands for the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements. The primary goal of NC-SARA is [...]

Changing careers often involves financial considerations, especially student debt, when you need to pursue school to get where you want to go. For many, part of this journey may mean accruing some debt. While the idea of accumulating debt may seem daunting, it's essential to recognize that student loans aren't always bad, especially when they allow you to enter a higher-paying career that can benefit you for the rest of your life. For many, student loans mean access to advanced degrees and specialized training, propelling them into higher-paying and more fulfilling careers. The upfront cost of education can be intimidating on [...]

In a perfect world, life would pause when you enrolled in school. We know that focusing on your studies might be easier with a guarantee that your responsibilities would be handled, your loved ones will be taken care of, and your bills will be paid on time while you’re enrolled in a program. Hawai‘i Medical College (HMC) understands that this perfect world does not exist for many of us who choose to invest in our careers through education. As Hawai‘i’s long-standing, locally-owned medical career college, we’re in touch with the unique roadblocks our students may face when making the choice to [...]

Join us in celebrating 15 years of Hawai‘i’s accredited, accessible, and supportive vocational education, preparing students for successful careers in the healthcare field.  We’ve come a long way since our first year serving students. Hawaii Medical College (HMC) first opened its doors on May 10, 2007, in a communal office space. Over the next few years, we grew out of our original home, with classrooms and clinical spaces spanning multiple floors in our current building. When COVID hit, we changed with the times again, converting programs to predominantly online formats to ensure students could continue learning despite the pandemic’s challenges. Now, [...]