Assessments are not just about measuring knowledge; they provide insight into how students learn and retain information. By examining how students approach an exam—not just their final scores—we can identify gaps in their test-taking skills. If a student does not know how to take an assessment, we cannot accurately measure their understanding.
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MLS & MLT Professionals! Same Trusted Product, New Lower Price!
At Platinum Educational Group, we're committed to providing a great platform for you and ensuring mindful pricing. After careful discussions and market analysis, we're excited to share some great news - our same trusted product is now available at a new, lower price for MLS and MLT students!
There’s a quiet revolution occurring in the halls of healthcare education—not with protest signs or dramatic declarations, but with the soft click of new sneakers and the gentle hum of smartphones set to “Do Not Disturb.” As a proud Gen Xer, I recall the days when overhead projectors and pagers were revolutionary. Now, we’re witnessing Millennials and Gen Z confidently step into educator roles with their Canva slide decks and TikTok-level engagement skills.
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Platinum Educational Group at the 2025 WSRT Annual Conference!
We were delighted to participate in the 2025 WSRT Annual Conference! It was a rewarding experience, and we truly valued the meaningful conversations we had throughout. If we missed you and you want to know more about our affordable online competency tracking and student scheduling platform, Platinum Planner, please don't hesitate to contact us. To schedule a demo now, please click here!
WE APPRECIATE YOUR DEDICATION TO EDUCATION!
Less than 6 weeks to apply for the Platinum Educational Group's 2025 Smith Scholarship Award!
This $1500 scholarship is available to all EMS, Nursing, and Allied Health students nationwide -- no essay required! One $1500 scholarship will be awarded for each category (3 separate scholarship winners in total).
To be eligible for a Platinum Educational Group Smith Award Scholarship, students must be currently enrolled in one of the the below programs:
EMS Programs
Nursing Programs
Allied Health programs include anesthesia technician, dental assistant, dental hygiene, diagnostic medical sonographers, medical assistant, medical lab technologists, occupational therapy assistant, ophthalmic medical technician, patient care technician, pharmacy technician, phlebotomy, radiography/radiological technology, respiratory care/therapy, surgical assistant, surgical technology, veterinary technician and more.
Provide a copy of student ID or proof of attendance (Only if selected as an awardee)
How to apply for our Scholarship?
Post a selfie or photo to any of your social media platforms. Your post MUST INCLUDE the hashtags #PlatinumEdScholarships and #FutureHealthcareProvider.
Fill out the form at the link below.
Scholarship Deadline
The submission deadline is May 31, 2025, by 11:59PM EST. NO EXCEPTIONS!
Scholarships Award Announcements
All scholarships will be chosen and recorded via a random drawing using www.random.org and publicly announced on June 5, 2025. Awardees will be notified by email and/or phone.
Call for Participation: Program Director Advisory Committee (PDAC) for 2025
Are you a Program Director or Clinical Coordinator interested in being a voice for your program at Platinum Educational Group? We are currently seeking professionals to participate in the Platinum Program Director Advisory Committee (PDAC) for the 2025 cycle.
The committees will focus on the following programs: Respiratory Care Surgical Technology Veterinary Technology Radiologic Technology
What is the Advisory Committee? The PDAC serves as a collaborative forum for professionals in these fields to provide guidance, share insights, and represent the collective voice of their respective industries and educational programs. Committee members will have the opportunity to network with peers, contribute to key discussions, and influence the direction of Platinum products and updates to benefit your education programs.
Why Get Involved? Networking: You'll be part of a network of professionals who are passionate about advancing healthcare education. This is a unique opportunity to build relationships, share experiences, and learn from each other, fostering a sense of community within your profession.
Flexibility: We understand that your time is valuable. There is no minimum time commitment, and all meetings are recorded for later viewing, ensuring that you can participate at your convenience.
Influence: Your input will directly contribute to the development of best practices for Platinum customers within your profession.
How to Apply: If you are interested in participating, please email Sherry Kinnucan, Chief Experience Officer, at sherry@platinumed.com for more information and to express your interest.
We look forward to hearing from you and working together to support healthcare education programs!
🎉 Celebrating 10 Years with Sarah Smith! 🎉
Please join us in celebrating a very special milestone—Sarah Smith’s 10-year anniversary with Platinum Educational Group!
Sarah began her journey with us in 2015 as part of our Customer Support and Training Team, quickly mastering the ins and outs of our products. Her keen insight and passion for continuous improvement led her to new opportunities within the company, including Testing and Development.
In 2022, Sarah became our Product Manager, serving as the single point of contact for implementation questions during product development. She now leads the charge in reviewing and approving new features and upgrades, all while ensuring everything works seamlessly for our customers. Her commitment to quality is unwavering, and her thoughtful, collaborative approach makes her a joy to work with.
Sarah continues to engage directly with our customers every day, including active participation in all of our Platinum Advisory Committees and supporting our Education and Training team. Her deep product knowledge, combined with her dedication to customer success, has made a lasting impact across all areas of our organization.
Thank you, Sarah, for your incredible contributions over the past decade. We’re grateful for your leadership, energy, and the positivity you bring to the Platinum team daily!
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