tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post4022301775153001827..comments2023-09-21T04:02:29.457-04:00Comments on Skeptical Scalpel: School or Scam? St. Augustine School of Medical AssistantsSkeptical Scalpelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13206922456661320751noreply@blogger.comBlogger64125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-16147728590015866312019-02-23T08:31:02.784-05:002019-02-23T08:31:02.784-05:00This is not a program whose graduates can sit for ...This is not a program whose graduates can sit for the AAMA CMA exam. They have received numerous correspondence to cease and desist false advertising. Further, the comment regarding NHA, they credential anyone so that holds no validity. I would also check whether all employers take the NHA CCMA credential because they don't.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01252844094452657867noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-39091458140100702632019-01-18T05:38:13.261-05:002019-01-18T05:38:13.261-05:00I received an unsolicited FAX today promoting MedA...I received an unsolicited FAX today promoting MedAssistant.org and immediately called the "opt-out" phone number. No legitimate business promotes itself with illegal FAXs.Jim Khttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00559709198614476462noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-34339279979074096072019-01-16T13:28:58.385-05:002019-01-16T13:28:58.385-05:00Sarah, I am happy to have helped.Sarah, I am happy to have helped.Skeptical Scalpelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13206922456661320751noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-28194360358643723642019-01-16T13:23:07.180-05:002019-01-16T13:23:07.180-05:00Thank you so much for saving me $700! Even in 2019...Thank you so much for saving me $700! Even in 2019 they are trying to scam students. You are a godsent!Sarahhttp://google.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-61459466960676193782018-08-16T19:55:07.590-04:002018-08-16T19:55:07.590-04:00Hi . I took this course in 2006 and received my ce...Hi . I took this course in 2006 and received my certificate. However we moved and i lost it. Anyone know how to get a replacement asap?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03609140913202267319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-26274197389414655882018-08-03T15:47:52.379-04:002018-08-03T15:47:52.379-04:00Please note the addendum I inserted at the end of ...Please note the addendum I inserted at the end of the post above. Someone is trying to do something about this problem.Skeptical Scalpelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13206922456661320751noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-6969673635239523852018-05-17T06:55:48.976-04:002018-05-17T06:55:48.976-04:00That and everything else about it.That and everything else about it.Skeptical Scalpelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13206922456661320751noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-44311049938837848432018-05-16T17:32:53.358-04:002018-05-16T17:32:53.358-04:00The grammatical errors on their website are an ind...The grammatical errors on their website are an indicator that they are not a legitimate business and/or school.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-39961889461236986672017-11-15T17:16:57.558-05:002017-11-15T17:16:57.558-05:00This website has an address and phone number for D...This website has an address and phone number for Dr Mark Stout the president of St Augustine's School.<br />Just search for Augustine on the page.<br />Hope this helps.<br />https://radaris.com/p/Mark/Stout/ Scotthttp://www.theonlinehelpsite.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-79079165503060663892017-07-13T16:08:46.556-04:002017-07-13T16:08:46.556-04:00Does anyone have their phone number???? This info...Does anyone have their phone number???? This info is discouragingAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-4517224447761313872017-07-13T15:55:20.231-04:002017-07-13T15:55:20.231-04:00I took this in 2011 and the doctor office i worked...I took this in 2011 and the doctor office i worked for accepted it but now i'm having trouble getting a job. i have missed good opportunities because of this. this address i have and email address is at the bottom of my official transcript. <br />St Augustine Educational Services, Inc. BVI (IBC# 585384)<br />Mailing address:<br />2870 Peachtree Road<br />Atlanta, GA 30305<br />www.medassistant.org<br /><br />Hope this helps some of you. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-21668116902156522472017-06-19T22:37:32.694-04:002017-06-19T22:37:32.694-04:00I have been a Medical Assistant for over 10yrs and...I have been a Medical Assistant for over 10yrs and unfortunately the school I was attending closed before I was able to take my exams. I was lucky that I graduated and received my certificate but was never able to get my State Certification. In my state they didn't require at the time a state certification just a certificate from an accredited school which it was, so I was able to work. I most certainly will say that I have definitely learned it is best to go to a community college and get your degree rather than investing in an accredited vocational/technical school, it's not worth it. You'll be paying the same and if you decide later in the future to continue your education you can't transfer your credits. That's where I'm at now spent over $25000 in school grants/loans and can't transfer anything and now starting from scratch. Plus most hospitals are starting to require an Associates Degree for MA. Anyways... Easy way is never the best, aside from that I have gained plenty of experience and I am grateful for that, it is a wonderful field and if you are contemplating as to what you want to do in the medical field this will help you with what career path you want.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04351352472205102670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-26637761721312949522017-01-03T09:49:37.558-05:002017-01-03T09:49:37.558-05:00Scammed, Too bad. I hope you can get some of your ...Scammed, Too bad. I hope you can get some of your money back.Skeptical Scalpelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13206922456661320751noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-44283138347705526622017-01-02T09:43:17.655-05:002017-01-02T09:43:17.655-05:00I recently fell for this scam. I am so upset becau...I recently fell for this scam. I am so upset because I work so hard for the money I just lost. I am working with my bank for a refund due to fraud. But I have not received e-mails back from st augustine school of scams even with threats. Scammedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13323483848784936501noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-4604067181060584502016-09-18T11:29:40.779-04:002016-09-18T11:29:40.779-04:00Unknown, I'm sorry. I have no idea how to cont...Unknown, I'm sorry. I have no idea how to contact the school. Maybe one of my readers can help.Skeptical Scalpelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13206922456661320751noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-63450357084195310192016-09-18T11:27:08.830-04:002016-09-18T11:27:08.830-04:00I am just trying to get a copy of my certificate b...I am just trying to get a copy of my certificate but cannot find a phone number or any way to get in touch with them. Anyone have suggestions?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10959144697345142723noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-32912876830758366602016-03-28T08:54:42.605-04:002016-03-28T08:54:42.605-04:00I am sorry that you had the misfortune to sign up ...I am sorry that you had the misfortune to sign up for this course. I hope things work out for you.Skeptical Scalpelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13206922456661320751noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-91842895378518791462016-03-27T20:25:15.886-04:002016-03-27T20:25:15.886-04:00I feel taken. I researched this program. I'm ...I feel taken. I researched this program. I'm disgusted agter reading all the comments. I'm ready to take my test next week. I'm a single mom, that works full time in healthcare. I thought since they were accredited and I was able to take the state boards, sounded legit. So diappointed ��Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-31820555050707447412016-03-27T20:21:04.541-04:002016-03-27T20:21:04.541-04:00I'm currently enrolled in this program. I did ...I'm currently enrolled in this program. I did research on this program and they say they are accredited. I plan on taking my test next week. I found this site by accident. <br /><br />I did this online course because I have worked in healthcare for many years. I have done everything as a medical assistant in the past just never had the accredited exam. I feel like a fool, after reading this. I got my book and immediately asked for a refund. The book is outdated and the c.d. is windows seven. Its obsolete. I did get a refund from amazon. I figured I could take my state cma test after this online course. <br /><br />This is very disheartening. I'm a single mother trying to get ahead in this world. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02368330100789093586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-45736080177224421532016-02-29T07:35:46.228-05:002016-02-29T07:35:46.228-05:00I didn't make this up. If you had read the pos...I didn't make this up. If you had read the post, you would have found out where I got the details. I provided links to every reference. Skeptical Scalpelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13206922456661320751noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-81648270664276074812016-02-26T22:51:01.067-05:002016-02-26T22:51:01.067-05:00One of my coworkers was able to pay the two for on...One of my coworkers was able to pay the two for one price of the program and WAS ABLE to sit for the certification test. She is now a Certified Medical Assistant in Oregon... I'm not sure where you get your scam details but they are quite scandalous. I wouldn't blame the school for suing you for fraud. <br />Before you start assuming I am connected to the school... NO, I am not.. in ANY WAY connected to this school. I am however considering taking the course and becoming certified myself now. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-41121116178090858612016-02-03T10:40:45.454-05:002016-02-03T10:40:45.454-05:00I am sorry to hear about your problem. I hope you ...I am sorry to hear about your problem. I hope you can get a refund and that the Atty. Gen. of Michigan can do something about this company. Good luck.Skeptical Scalpelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13206922456661320751noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-7630181472867440652016-02-03T10:37:53.519-05:002016-02-03T10:37:53.519-05:00THIS IS A SCAM!!!!! I have been calling to receive...THIS IS A SCAM!!!!! I have been calling to receive a REFUND everyday since Jan 22,2016 (the day after I enrolled) I have not received ANY sort of communication. I have now reported this association to the Michigan Attorney General and charges will be filed. You will NOT be accredited for these online classes.This company is FALSE ADVERTISING an accredited program. I have called and emailed this association every day multiple times a day since. NO RESPONSE yet!!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08474874824259730622noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-35425257129617364622015-10-22T21:11:21.641-04:002015-10-22T21:11:21.641-04:00For some reason, I just got notice of this comment...For some reason, I just got notice of this comment.<br /><br />I am so sorry hear about your co-worker's dilemma. I wish I could help you, but I can't.Skeptical Scalpelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13206922456661320751noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968787219619380438.post-57065895366843655952015-09-11T15:02:32.711-04:002015-09-11T15:02:32.711-04:00This has been interesting to read. My co-worker w...This has been interesting to read. My co-worker went through the St. Augustine program back in 2010. She recently sat through the NCCT certification test and passed, but when she applied to the state to get a state number, they told her that her application was incomplete because they needed her official transcripts. Of course, when she tried contacting the school through e-mail and phone...no response. The state told her they would keep her application in pending for 300 days. My poor co-worker is at wits end. Has anyone had success in getting transcripts from school?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com