The healthcare field has always been associated with job security and growth, but ever since the emergence of the COVID-19 global pandemic, demand for professionals in the healthcare field is higher than ever. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment in healthcare occupations is projected to grow 15% from 2019 to 2029, […]
Alumni Stories from the Frontline
For over 100 years, Swedish Institute graduates have been providing essential care in the healthcare professions of Nursing, Medical Assisting, Massage Therapy, Surgical Technology and Medical Billing and Coding. Since our inception in 1916, we have graduated thousands of healthcare professionals who have brought their care and services to hospitals, clinics, medical spas and much […]
How Technology Helped Swedish Institute Through COVID-19
The executive team at Swedish Institute began taking steps to prepare for a possible closure in the week leading up to COVID-19 being officially declared a global pandemic (March 11, 2020). In the days leading up to March 11, we mobilized a committee that was comprised of our program deans, IT department, and executive […]
Swedish Institute Massage Therapy Graduate Blends Martial Arts with Holistic Wellness
Six years ago, martial arts met massage therapy when Tiffany Duncan, a black belt in Taekwondo decided to explore a new career path as a massage therapist at Swedish Institute. Searching for a new career Growing up in Queens, NY, Duncan thrived in the fields of science and math, but her passion was in the […]
Swedish Institute Medical Assistant Graduate Finds Success Through Family Hardship
Sometimes, finding the silver lining in an unfortunate situation can set us on a path to success. That was the case for Gavin Greenidge, a 25-year-old Swedish Institute Medical Assistant graduate, who embraced his passion for the medical field after his mother suffered a life-changing stroke. Read on to hear his inspiring story. Growing Up […]
Victor Gonzalez Shares His Path to Success as Massage Therapist
Finding the path to success is different for everyone. Some may take the road less traveled, while others may stay on course. For Victor Gonzalez, a graduate of Swedish Institute’s Massage Therapy program, located in New York City, life took him in many directions before he ultimately discovered his passion for massage therapy. Today, Victor […]
Swedish Institute Graduate Finds Success Becoming a Surgical Technologist
At 42 years old, Thomas Silvera is launching a new chapter in his life by becoming a surgical technologist and setting his sights on a cutting-edge future. […]
Rachel Beider Shares Her Success Story and the Need for Massage Therapists
Rachel Beider graduated from Swedish Institute’s Massage Therapy program and has since become an entrepreneur and founder of two clinical practices in Brooklyn, New York. Read about her journey here! […]
Swedish Institute Celebrates 100 Year of History and Excellence
Over the past 100 years, Swedish Institute has earned its stellar reputation as a leading institution dedicated to natural healing, wellness and healthcare. […]
Why Choose Swedish Institute’s Personal Training Program?
Earning a personal training certification or degree from Swedish Institute can open doors to several personal training careers. […]