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How to Build Your Professional Network While in School
When you’re in school, your main focus is often getting through your classes, passing your exams, and preparing for a [...]
Overcoming Doubt: How to Build Confidence as a Healthcare Student
Starting a career in healthcare is exciting, but can also be overwhelming. Many students experience self-doubt or feel like they [...]
Hawaii Medical College Launches Basic Nurse Aide Program to Meet Growing Healthcare Demand
Honolulu, HI – May 5, 2025 – Hawaii Medical College is proud to announce the launch of its Basic Nurse [...]
The Hidden Heroes of Healthcare: Career Paths Beyond Nursing and Medicine
When people think of healthcare careers, they often picture doctors and nurses at the forefront of patient care. While these [...]
The Future of Telemedicine and How It Impacts Healthcare Careers
Telemedicine has transformed healthcare in ways that once seemed impossible. In recent years, virtual healthcare services have expanded rapidly, providing [...]
How to Transition into Healthcare as a Second Career
Switching careers can be daunting, but if you’re considering a move into healthcare, you’re not alone. Many people transition into [...]
Understanding the Job Market: Why Healthcare Careers Are in High DemandÂ
In today’s rapidly changing economy, one industry has maintained stability and opportunity: healthcare. With consistent job growth, competitive salaries, and [...]
What You Need to Know About FAFSA and Title IV SchoolsÂ
Federal Financial Aid 101: What You Need to Know About FAFSA and Title IV Schools Pursuing higher education is one [...]
Emerging Trends in Healthcare Technology: What You Need to KnowÂ
Emerging Trends in Healthcare Technology: What You Need to Know The healthcare industry is evolving rapidly, driven by advances in [...]
What Employers Look for in Healthcare GraduatesÂ
What Employers Look for in Healthcare Graduates The growing demand for skilled healthcare professionals necessitates graduates who are prepared to [...]
How Hawai‘i Medical College Can Prepare You for a Career, Not Just a Job
When it comes to education, there’s a big difference between preparing students for a job or to prepare them for [...]
Financial Aid Opportunities at Hawai’i Medical College: What You Need to Know
When choosing a college, understanding financial aid options can make a big difference in affordability and long-term financial stability. For [...]
Hawaii Medical College Names New Executive Director
Hawaii Medical College (HMC) has promoted Dr. Zachary Oliver to Executive Director of Hawaii Medical College as of October [...]
The Future of Healthcare: Why Now is the Best Time to Start Your CareerÂ
If you're considering a career in healthcare, there's no better time to start than right now. The healthcare industry is [...]
Why Hands-On Training is Key to Success in the Healthcare Field
The healthcare field is unique in its need for professionals who are both knowledgeable and highly skilled in practical applications. [...]
Healthcare in the Islands | The Unique Landscape of Healthcare in Hawai’i
Whether you were born and raised in Hawai‘i or passed through as a visitor, it’s clear that the islands are [...]
Preparing for Your First Healthcare Job | Tips for New Grads
Graduating from a healthcare program is a significant achievement, and now it’s time to take the next big step — [...]
Top 5 In-Demand Healthcare Careers in Hawai’i: What You Need to Know
Hawai'i is a thriving hub for healthcare professionals. The state's growing population, aging demographic, and unique healthcare needs make it [...]
The Importance of Culturally Competent Care in Hawai’i
Hawai'i is a place like no other, with its unique blend of cultures, traditions, and languages. As one of the [...]
The Importance of Culturally Competent Care in Hawai’i
Hawai'i is a place like no other, with its unique blend of cultures, traditions, and languages. As one of the [...]
Top 5 In-Demand Healthcare Careers in Hawai’i: What You Need to Know
Hawai'i is a thriving hub for healthcare professionals. The state's growing population, aging demographic, and unique healthcare needs make it [...]
The Growing Demand for Pharmacy Technicians: Opportunities and Insights
In the ever-evolving field of healthcare, the demand for pharmacy technicians is on the rise. As crucial members of the [...]
From Classroom to Clinic: The Transition from Student to Healthcare Professional
The transition from the classroom to a clinical setting marks an exciting and challenging phase for aspiring healthcare professionals. This [...]
Filling the Gaps: Graduate and Get Working as a Pharma Tech Faster
Hawai‘i’s communities have spoken: They need qualified Pharmacy Technicians! As Hawai‘i’s long standing locally owned and operated healthcare career college, [...]
Your Low-Cost Healthcare Education Could Cost You: Choosing Your Institution Wisely
In the wake of the recent closure of a Honolulu trade school offering low-cost programs in healthcare, many students are [...]
Don’t Ask How, Ask Who: The Key to Transforming Your Life and Career
In the realm of personal and professional growth, a common piece of advice has long been to figure out how [...]
Investing in Education through Career Change: A Smart Way to Boost Your Earning Potential
In today’s rapidly evolving job market, the need for continuous learning and skill development has never been more critical. Whether [...]
Unleashing the Power of AI in Healthcare: Potential Future of Medicine
In the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare, one technological advancement stands out as a game-changer: artificial intelligence (AI). The intersection [...]
Understanding NC-SARA: Opening Doors for Hawaii Medical College Students Nationwide
If you're considering pursuing a career in the medical field by going to college, you may have come across the [...]
The Future of Healthcare: Trends and Innovations Impacting Medical Careers
The healthcare industry is continuously evolving, driven by advancements in technology, changing demographics, and shifting patient needs. As we [...]
Hawaii Medical College Approved for NC-SARA
The school may now enroll or re-enroll students who live outside of Hawaii FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, Honolulu, HI, April 10, [...]
Exploring Specializations in Medical Assisting: Which Path is Right for You?
Medical assisting is a dynamic and rewarding career path that offers opportunities for specialization and growth. As a medical [...]
Exploring Opportunities: The Current Healthcare Job Market in Hawai’i
Are you considering a career in healthcare in the beautiful islands of Hawai'i? As you embark on this exciting journey, [...]
Not Worth The Risk: How to Know if Your Career College is Legit
Are you ready to take the leap into higher education and kickstart your career journey? As you prepare to start [...]
All Pau with High School? The Benefits of Choosing Vocational College After High School
Congratulations, high school grads! Crossing the finish line is a huge accomplishment - you should be proud of your [...]
Worth the Risk? Why Program Accreditation Matters in Medical Career Colleges
Embarking on a new career journey, especially within the medical field, is a brave and exciting pursuit. Choosing the right [...]
Don’t Be Put Off By Student Debt!
Changing careers often involves financial considerations, especially student debt, when you need to pursue school to get where you want [...]
Risk and the Reward: Navigating Uncertainty to Pursue a New Career
If you’re entertaining a new career, odds are you’re less than satisfied with your current work. Whether it's pay, stability, [...]
In the New Year, Start a New Career
Hawaii Medical College Offers Programs to Start a New Healthcare Career Within a Year Hawaii Medical College has been [...]
Navigating Parenthood and Studies: Tips for Student Parents
Being a student parent comes with its own set of challenges and rewards. Balancing the demands of your program [...]
Student Stories
Are you considering committing to a program with HMC? We understand how much goes into the choice to make a [...]
What is it like to become a Medical Assistant?
To put it simply, a medical assistant is a trained professional who assists doctors and nurses with various clinical and [...]
Landing Your First Job: Top Tips for Recent Grads
Graduating from school is an exciting milestone, but it also marks the beginning of a new journey – finding your [...]
A Day in the Life: Pharmacy Technician
Pharmacy technicians play a vital role in the healthcare industry, ensuring that patients receive the right medications in a safe [...]
The Reason You’re Here: Getting Hired Post Grad
If you’re considering Hawaii Medical College, you’ve probably considered what your future might look like as you enter the medical [...]
Navigating Financial Aid: Tips for a Smooth Application Process
Taking the leap to pursue your career through education is an exciting and hopeful time, but the cost of tuition [...]
The Working Student Grind: Tips for Self-Care to Find Balance
Being a working student is no small task. Between juggling academic pursuits and working to support yourself and/or your family, [...]
Embracing the Journey: Preparing to Go Back For the First Time in a While
Embarking on the journey of returning to school as an adult after a significant time away from the classroom is [...]
Leveling Up: Growing Your Career for Years in the Medical Field
The medical field offers a multitude of rewarding and dynamic career opportunities. While a traditional four-year college degree is often [...]
Do You Really Need College to Succeed? Let’s Cut to the Chase.
High school graduation on the horizon, and clueless about your next move? Or have you been grinding for years and [...]
Hawaii Medical College Opens Homecare Business
Honolulu, HI, April 24, 2023. Seeing the growing need for trained, consistent care for our aging population, HMC HomeCare was [...]
What It’s Like in The Medical Field: Advanced Nurse Aide
' The decision to enter the medical field is an exciting prospect. The purposeful work that takes place within this [...]
Is Your School Legit? Why Accreditation Matters
Accreditation matters! In recent years, attention has flocked to stories of educational institutions whose purpose was profit over students. These [...]
What It’s Like in The Medical Field: Medical Administration
The medical field offers a wide variety of careers with endless possibilities. With so many options, it can be difficult [...]
Bringing Resources Directly to Students
In a perfect world, life would pause when you enrolled in school. We know that focusing on your studies might [...]
What It’s Like in The Medical Field: Medical Assistants
The medical field is a diverse landscape of careers that offers limitless opportunities. These choices are so numerous that it [...]
Hawai‘i Medical College Celebrates 15 Years
Join us in celebrating 15 years of Hawai‘i’s accredited, accessible, and supportive vocational education, preparing students for successful careers in [...]
HMC Fireside Chat: Let’s Talk About Federal Student Aid
We recently held a Fireside Chat with Director of Financial Aid Jennifer Olevson. Financial aid can be [...]
HI NOW Feature: Preparing Students With Externships
Hawaii Medical College (HMC) prepares its students and graduates for future careers in the healthcare industry. [...]
Exploring Healthcare Careers With The Queens Health System
We recently held a Fireside Chat with our good friends over at the Queen's Health System. We [...]
HI NOW Feature: Preparing Students For Future In Health Care
Hawaii Medical College is a local institution with 15 years of experience providing the state with medical assistants. With [...]
How Can HMC Help Me Get A Higher Income? A Degree!
Hawaii Medical College (HMC) offers a unique array of programs that can lead to your financial success. Receiving your A.A.S. [...]
Healthcare Admin in the Medical Industry
Have you ever wondered who’s behind the scenes in a hospital or clinic? Who are the people making sure that [...]
New Website For Hawaii Medical College
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, Honolulu, HI, July 7, 2022. Hawaii Medical College (HMC) has launched a new website to better tell [...]
Billing, Coding, and You
Are you detail-oriented? Great with math or numbers? Want to work in the fast-paced and growing healthcare field? If so, [...]
Why Become a Clinical Medical Assistant?
Hawaii Medical College has been at the forefront of placing people in important roles since 2007. For over a decade, [...]
The Thriving Healthcare Industry
Hawaii Medical College has been at the forefront of placing people in important roles since 2007. For over a decade, [...]
Changing Your Career After a Pandemic
On top of the global COVID-19 pandemic, an unforeseen event happened to tens of thousands of Americans across the country [...]
Education That Stays in the Islands: Why Training Locally Matters
 For students in Hawai‘i who are exploring their next steps, the decision of where to pursue education and training [...]
Healthcare Careers That Serve Our Hawai‘i Communities
 In Hawai‘i, healthcare is more than just a profession—it’s a calling rooted in care, connection, and culture. At Hawai‘i [...]
What Employers Look for in Healthcare Job Applicants
The healthcare industry is growing rapidly, and employers are always on the lookout for skilled professionals. Whether you’re applying for [...]
Medical Assistants vs. Nurses: What’s the Difference?
Choosing a career in healthcare is an exciting decision, but with so many options, it can also be overwhelming. Two [...]
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