MEDVANCE INSTITUTE BECOMES FORTIS COLLEGE, BATON ROUGE

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(Free-Press-Release.com) November 7, 2011 -- BATON ROUGE, La. – MedVance Institute, a leading post-secondary healthcare education institution in Baton Rouge, La., has changed its name to Fortis College. The school and its ownership remain the same and, as part of the collaborative Fortis network of colleges and institutes, the Baton Rouge campus will continue to embrace the same core values for which it is known. But now, it also will be able to draw upon additional resources and have access to higher level educational program offerings and technology.

“The word ‘Fortis’ is derived from Greek roots and literally means strength and power. Our transformation into Fortis College demonstrates our commitment to providing students in Baton Rouge and surrounding communities one of the most career-focused learning environments available today,” said acting campus president Sidney Carey.

According to Carey, the name may have changed, but the strong relationship that exists between his campus and students and the community at large will continue…and likely will grow through the expanded resources, enhanced expertise and strength in numbers the affiliation with other campuses brings. MedVance Institute has been an integral part of the Greater Baton Rouge area for more than 20 years.

“We still will be Baton Rouge’s campus, but now will have more to share and give back to students, businesses and extern partners as Fortis College. We believe the best just got even better,” Carey added.

Fortis is a network of post-secondary colleges and institutes that prepares students for powerful lifelong learning opportunities and career growth. It is leading the movement among career-oriented colleges to offer more, higher-level programs so students acquire skills to grow and be successful in a changing job market, while giving them the flexibility to pursue their studies in Fortis classrooms or online at their convenience.

Fortis is a career education brand that is gaining quick acceptance from students in communities nationwide for its powerful hands-on immersion and practical approach to learning. The Fortis educational process provides graduates with tools for establishing professional goals and achieving success in existing and emerging professions. Fortis students are able to select from enhanced course offerings backed by the resources of a strong educational network that is committed to quality education and dedicated to placing students on desired career paths.

About Fortis College, Baton Rouge

Fortis College, Baton Rouge (formerly MedVance Institute) is conveniently located just off Interstate 12 at 9255 Interline Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809. Established in 1991, the campus is easy to access by car and public transportation. Fortis College, Baton Rouge offers some of the best medical training in the area through diverse programs in Medical Assisting, Medical Laboratory Technology, Medical Office Administration, Medical Billing and Coding Specialist, Pharmacy Technician, Radiologic Technology, Surgical Technology, and Information Technology & Biomedical Technician. For more information about the campus and its program offerings, call 225-248-1015.

About Fortis

Fortis is a leading post-secondary network of colleges and institutes that engages students in a powerful learning and training experience for lifelong growth. With the addition of its new campus, Fortis now offers career-based certificate, diploma and degree-granting programs at more than 40 schools in 15 states. Fortis prepares students for success with career-focused education in a variety of fields including nursing, health care, business and technology and various trades. Fortis also offers online learning platforms for many of its programs. Each Fortis campus is accredited by a nationally recognized body. Program offerings and accreditations vary by campus. Fortis is affiliated with the Denver School of Nursing, St. Paul’s School of Nursing, All State Career School and Tri-State Institute.

Visit www.fortis.edu to learn more about Fortis educational opportunities.
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