Your Future in Healthcare Starts Here

Transform Your Future in Just 1 Year - Choose Your Path with First Institute

Flexible day/evening scheduling for busy adults

Learn hands‑on at Crystal Lake, Libertyville, or Aurora

Three high‑demand healthcare fields, one powerful institution

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Classes Taught in English Only.

Real Skills. Real Experience. Real Results

Fast-Track Training 44 - 50 weeks

Real-World Clinical Externship

Job Placement & Career Support

Why First institute?

Begin your future with a school trusted for excellence, hands-on training, and personalized student support.

Medical-Assisting

3 Expert Programs

Start your journey in Medical Assisting, Dental Assisting, or Massage Therapy.

Quick Completion

Dental and Medical programs can be completed in 50 weeks. Massage can be completed in 44 weeks.

Hands‑On Learning

Real-world labs taught by experienced healthcare pros.

Support at Every Step

Veteran benefits, financial aid options, and lifetime job-placement assistance.

Launch your career in a high-demand field

Learn the Skills to Start Your Career with Confidence 

Looking for a stable, meaningful career where you can help others and grow professionally? At First Institute, our industry-aligned curriculum prepares you for success in the field you choose:

Medical Assisting

You’ll learn

Medical terminology

Medical law and ethics

Instruction in clinical procedures

Anatomy, physiology and pathology

Dental Assisting

You’ll learn

Administrative procedures

Oral health and endodontics

Coronal polishing and dental sealants

Dental records, ethics and HIPAA compliance

Massage Therapy

You’ll learn

Sports massage

Swedish massage

Therapeutic application

Five elements/Eastern massage

Launch your career in a high-demand field

Financial Aid & Career Support

Fund Your Future

Fund Your Future

First Institute, an ACCET-accredited school, offers financial aid for eligible programs - backed by expert advisors who support you every step of the way.

Support Includes:

Financial aid guidance and eligibility assistance

Step-by-step application support

Career Services

Career Services That Work

From resume help to interview prep, we’re here to support your success every step of the way. We actively connect students with real hiring opportunities.

Career Services Include:

Resume and cover letter assistance

Interview preparation and coaching

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Success Stories

“I realized right away it was something I was meant to do all along, especially since they welcomed me like family.”

Alex

Medical Assisting Graduate

“The instructors are incredibly supportive and knowledgeable!”

Jessica

Dental Assistant Graduate

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