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Ultimate Medical Academy
Clearwater, Florida · Private non-profit career school
Address: 1255 Cleveland St, Clearwater, FL 33755 · Phone: (727) 298-8685 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Ultimate Medical Academy is a private non-profit trade school in Clearwater, FL offering medical billing & coding, pharmacy technician, and CNA programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Ultimate Medical Academy has a 54.9% completion rate, below the Florida state average of 70.5%, with median graduate debt of $14,743 and median earnings of $29,194 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Ultimate Medical Academy is $27,014, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 79.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical records specialists | $36,330 | $45,760 | $59,230 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $35,760 | $43,590 | $47,570 |
| Nursing assistants | $34,350 | $37,510 | $42,310 |
| Dental assistants | $37,800 | $47,620 | $54,690 |
| Phlebotomists | $35,560 | $40,230 | $45,820 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (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 | Associate degree | 3,143 | $20,483 | $20,902 | $18,072 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1,186 | $18,577 | $19,223 | $11,828 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 251 | $19,370 | $21,622 | $15,244 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 82 | $20,483 | $20,902 | $18,072 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 48 | $21,271 | $20,586 | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 30 | $24,627 | $23,726 | $8,998 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | $24,035 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 3 | 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
Ultimate Medical Academy is a private non-profit trade and career school located in Clearwater, Florida. The campus is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The school's most-awarded programs are medical billing & coding programs, pharmacy technician programs, and CNA classes, drawn from a total of 8 program families including dental assistant schools and phlebotomy classes.
According to federal data, the completion rate at this campus is 54.9%, which is below the Florida state average of 70.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $14,743, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $29,194. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $27,014, and 79.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student population with substantial financial need. Enrollment figures show 8,932 undergraduates and 4,747 trade program completers.
This campus centers on healthcare-support career training such as billing, coding, pharmacy technician work, and CNA preparation, all of which are typically shorter, focused programs rather than multi-year degrees. This structure may fit students seeking to enter or change careers in healthcare support fields without pursuing a lengthy associate or bachelor's program, though program length itself is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and review outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Ultimate Medical Academy offers 8 program families, most notably medical billing & coding programs, pharmacy technician programs, and CNA classes, along with dental assistant and phlebotomy training.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 54.9%, which is below the Florida state average of 70.5%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $14,743, according to the College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $29,194.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $27,014.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Ultimate Medical Academy is a private non-profit institution; non-profit status can affect how tuition revenue is used, though specific implications are not detailed in this data.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (727) 298-8685 or via its website for details.
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 official outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?441371.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on healthcare-support programs like billing, coding, and CNA training may suit career changers, though specific fit for adult learners is not detailed in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm which credentials each program prepares you for.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Ultimate Medical Academy at (727) 298-8685 or through its website at https://www.ultimatemedical.edu/.
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; consult the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
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.