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Institute of Medical Careers
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 133 Jefferson Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15235 · Phone: (855) 773-0758 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Institute of Medical Careers is a private for-profit trade school in Pittsburgh, PA, offering medical billing & coding, medical assistant, and welding programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Institute of Medical Careers has a 76.5% completion rate versus a 66.2% state average, and graduates carry a median debt of $12,925, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Institute of Medical Careers is $26,575, and the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, with 86.7% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical records specialists | $37,490 | $46,840 | $60,510 |
| Medical assistants | $36,810 | $43,920 | $46,490 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $40,510 | $52,900 | $61,920 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $43,560 | $58,580 | $65,830 |
| Dental assistants | $38,040 | $47,930 | $56,840 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 108 | not reported | $26,625 | $10,866 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 72 | not reported | not reported | $18,462 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 15 | not reported | not reported | $20,210 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | $24,730 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | $12,757 |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, under 300 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Institute of Medical Careers is a private for-profit trade school located in Pittsburgh, PA, in a large suburb setting. The campus is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and holds accredited status, and it participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. Across its 7 program families, the school most frequently awards credentials in medical billing & coding programs, medical assistant programs, and welding schools.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 76.5%, which is above the state average of 66.2% for comparable programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,925. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $26,575, and 86.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
With its concentration in medical billing & coding, medical assistant, and welding programs, this campus may suit students seeking focused, career-specific training rather than a traditional multi-year degree path; program lengths are not detailed here, so those considering a career change should confirm schedules and format directly with the school. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status with the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review outcome data directly on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Institute of Medical Careers offers 7 program families, most notably medical billing & coding programs, medical assistant programs, and welding schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and currently holds accredited status.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used. Currently, 86.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 76.5%, which is above the state average of 66.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $12,925 according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $26,575 according to federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Institute of Medical Careers is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition rates and institutional funding compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (855) 773-0758 or via https://www.imbc.edu/ to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?461218.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details are not reported here, so adult learners considering a career change should confirm format and timing directly with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Institute of Medical Careers at (855) 773-0758 or visit https://www.imbc.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?461218 to compare campuses directly.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.