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Introduction

The New York Center for Medical Assistant Training (NYCAT) is a private job-training institute offering students an Allied health care skill training and human development program. In 2002 Doctor Lall Chand, MD opened the New York Center for Medical Assistant Training in an effort to provide the individuals with marketable skill training necessary for graduates to be placed in the medical field that contribute to economic self-sufficiency. As a physician his love and dedication for the medical field inspired Dr. Chand to provide quality training to people who were interested in becoming successful medical professionals. To accomplish this, Dr. Chand consistently evaluates the Medical Curriculum with industry specialists, rewrites the curriculum and hires qualified industry individuals to teach.

The Philosophy

NYCMAT exists for the purpose of helping those who want to help themselves and we believe in the dignity of each individual who has the right to a job that will pay enough to fulfill basic human needs. At NYCMAT each individual is treated as an individual with unique aspirations, needs and abilities. All of NYCMAT training is to the point, short term and intensive. Most adults cannot afford to spend several years gaining job skills and at NYCMAT the do not have to.

The Mission

The New York Center for Medical Assistant Training Mission is based on philosophy of self-determination. NYCMAT seeks to promote the human development and educating the people by providing them with quality health care training in order to be successful. The school’s role in achieving this mission is to keep current with employer expectations, and maintain those expectations based on academic standards.

The Faculty

LALL CHAND, MD

Director

DR. KAZI ZIA AHMED

Teacher

MS. FARZANA KAKOLI

Agent for enrollment of students

MS. LAJ KALRA

Administrative Assistant

ERICA CARR, LPN

Teacher

THERESA SEBASTIAN, RN

Teacher

The instructors made learning so practical and easy to understand. After graduation, I quickly found a job at a leading hospital.

Jessica M.

Graduate

The hands-on internship gave me confidence to work in real healthcare settings. I highly recommend this center to anyone serious about a medical assistant career.

Daniel R.

Graduate

Support from staff and connections with employers helped me start my career faster than I imagined. I’m proud to be part of this community.

Priya S.

Graduate

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