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Philadelphia, PA Colleges and Universities: Find Career Education in Pennsylvania

Published: November, 2010

With a population of 5.9 million, the Philadelphia metropolitan area includes parts of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland, with Philadelphia (1.5 million), Wilmington (72,000), and Atlantic City (40,000) as major cities. Philadelphia, known as Philly or the City of Brotherly Love, has great historic significance after playing a central role in the American Revolutionary War. Both the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed in Philadelphia's Independence Hall.

In 2004, the average personal income for Philadelphia area residents was $38,768, a whopping 17% over the national average. According to the US Department of Commerce's Bureau of Economic Analysis, personal income has grown 6.8% over the past 35 years.

Philadelphia is the home of several major companies, including:
  • CIGNA
  • Sunoco
  • GlaxoSmithKline
  • Boeing (helicopters division)

Other major employers include Amtrak and the area's numerous law firms and universities.

Philadelphia's employment picture is diverse:
  • The federal government plays a large role in the area economy with the east coast operations of the United States Mint.
  • Nearby Wilmington, Delaware is the center of the country's credit card industry.
  • With strong insurance, retail banking, and legal communities, Wilmington is the headquarters for MBNA, Chase Card Services, and ING Direct.
  • Atlantic City, located in New Jersey, is a popular tourist destination, known for having the world's longest boardwalk and a multitude of casino resorts, several owned by Donald Trump.

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Schools in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Degrees, Diplomas, & More

Performance Training Institute

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Get started on your career at Performance Training Institute.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Online Diploma in Medical Office and Administration with Billing and Coding
All-State Career - Allied Health

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Achieve the career success you deserve at All-State Career���Healthcare Division. * Programs vary by location * Please contact each individual campus for accreditation information

Campus Locations:
  • Essington
Programs:
  • Expanded Function Dental Assisting
  • Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
Anthem Institute

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Get the training you need for a rewarding career in less time than you may think

Campus Locations:
  • Cherry Hill
  • Springfield
Programs:
  • Medical Billing and Coding
  • Medical Assistant
Harris School of Business

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Jump into the exciting world of technology or medical services at Harris School.

Campus Locations:
  • Upper Darby
Programs:
  • Dental Assisting
  • Medical Assistant
National Massage Therapy Institute

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Train for a career in massage therapy in as little as seven months.

Campus Locations:
  • Philadelphia
Programs:
  • Sports Massage and Muscle Performance Therapies Specialty
  • Massage Therapy Program
Everest Institute

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Reach your career goals with a degree or diploma from Everest Institute.

Campus Locations:
  • Bensalem
Programs:
  • Medical Insurance Billing and Coding (Diploma)
  • Medical Assistant (Diploma)
Pennsylvania Institute of Tech.

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P.I.T. takes pride in its dedication to preparing students for immediate entry into the workforce or transferring to a four-year college or university.

Campus Locations:
  • Media
  • Philadelphia
Programs:
  • Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Allied Health Technology (A.S.)
Kaplan Career Institute

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Give yourself a competitive edge with a degree from ICM School of Business & Medical Careers.

Campus Locations:
  • Broomall
Programs:
  • Diploma: Heating, Ventilation, A/C, and Refrigeration
  • Diploma: Pharmacy Technician
Prism Career Institute - Upper Darby

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Advance your career with an education from the Prism Career Institute - Upper Darby.

Campus Locations:
  • Upper Darby
Programs:
  • Early Childhood Education-Diploma
  • Paralegal-Associate in Specialized Business Degree
The Art Institutes

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The Art Institutes system of schools offers a range of master's, bachelor's, and associate's degree programs, as well as diploma and certificate programs specializing in the creative and applied arts. We also offer a variety of online, evening, and weekend learning options, so there's an education solution to fit your schedule. And our professional-grade technology can give you the practical skills to match your ideas—helping you transform your creative energy into a fulfilling career.

Campus Locations:
  • Philadelphia
Programs:
  • Web Design and Interactive Media (AS)
  • Web Design & Interactive Communications (D)