A common question we get here at Stepful is whether we’re accredited or not.
Stepful’s Pharmacy Technician program has received accreditation from the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP). ASHP accreditation represents formal recognition of the high quality of services and care provided by our program.
Stepful also partners with accredited certification agencies, such as the National Healthcareer Association, to ensure that students who pass their national exam and complete their clinical requirements earn nationally recognized certificates.
These certificates enable our students to secure full-time jobs as certified Clinical Medical Assistants, Medical Administrative Assistants, Pharmacy Technicians, and Surgical Technologists.
All of our programs deliver a legitimate, high-quality education to our students. Our student pass rate on certification exams surpasses the national average, and we only work with the leading accredited certification agencies.
Let’s take a deeper look at Stepful’s accreditation status, our accredited partners, and everything else you need to know.
Institutional Accreditation vs. Programmatic Accreditation
There are two types of accreditation schools receive: institutional and programmatic.
Institutional accreditation applies to the entire school, ensuring it meets overall standards of quality and integrity. Programmatic accreditation focuses on specific programs or courses within the school, verifying that they meet industry-specific standards.
Stepful’s Institutional Accreditation
Stepful does not currently hold institutional accreditation. However, we are starting the accreditation process with a Department of Education-approved accreditation agency.
Our partnership with accredited certification agencies ensures that students who pass their national exam and complete their clinical requirements earn a nationally recognized certificate, enabling them to secure full-time jobs as Clinical Medical Assistants, Medical Administrative Assistants, Pharmacy Technicians, and Surgical Technologists.
Stepful’s Programmatic Accreditation
Clinical Medical Assistant Program
Our Clinical Medical Assistant Program here at Stepful is not accredited, though we are affiliated with the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), which is an accredited institution. Stepful students can take the NHA’s CCMA certification exam and work in 48 of 50 U.S. states.
Pharmacy Technician Program
Our Pharmacy Technician Program is accredited by the ASHP. This accreditation recognizes the quality of Stepful’s program and demonstrates that it meets all the educational standards set by the ASHP.
Learn more about Stepful’s ASHP accreditation here.
Surgical Technician Program
Our Surgical Technician Program is not accredited, though it has been authorized by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), an independent credentialing organization.
Stepful students can take the Tech in Surgery TS-C (NCCT) Certification exam, which is a leading industry certification that is widely accepted in 44 of 50 states.
Learn More About How Stepful Delivers High-Quality Healthcare Training to Students
Still not sure if Stepful is right for you?
Let’s take a look at what our programs offer, how we differ from traditional educational institutions, and how Stepful can get you started in a new career in just 4 months.
In-Person Externship
While our training programs are completely online, we work with students to help them find an in-person externship within 20 miles of their home.
This allows you to gain hands-on experience that helps you stand out even more when applying for jobs and confidently perform once you start working.
Best in Class Certification Rate
Our students pass their certification exams at a higher rate (85%) than the national average for all three of our programs.
You can rest assured knowing that Stepful’s programs prepare you to take your certification exam and start your career as a medical assistant, pharmacy tech, or surgical tech.
Full-Time Job Money Back Guarantee & Career Support
One of the best parts about Stepful is our full-time job guarantee and career support services.
If you don’t find a job within 6 months of earning your certification, you get a full tuition refund. Yes, you read that right: we’re so confident that our program prepares students to be stellar job applicants and workers that if you don’t land a job, we’ll refund your tuition.
Our career coaches help with resume building, interview prep, and finding a job.
Great Reviews from Alumni
One of the best ways to tell if a school is legitimate is to check out reviews from students who have enrolled in the course.
You can see reviews from past students on Trustpilot (4.7 stars from over 380 reviews), Real Reviews (4.6 stars from over 45 reviews), and by searching Stepful on Reddit.
