Admission Process
Ready to Start Your Healthcare Career?
We are committed to supporting you throughout the application process. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
How to Apply
Fill Out an Application Form
We look forward to learning more about you and your interest in our programs. Please download and fill out the application form.
Confirm Eligibility
Gather your required documents:
For Medical Assistant, Nurse Aide and Surgical Instrument Processing Technician programs:
- Applicants must have earned a diploma from a recognized high school or completed an equivalent program. Individuals who attended an online high school or who were homeschooled should contact the Admissions Department to determine their eligibility to enroll.
For Surgical Technologist program:
- Applicants must hold an associate degree, at minimum.
Provide a Student Evaluation
Have a former teacher or supervisor fill out the Student Evaluation Form and have them submit it directly to our team.
- We want to learn more about you through the perspective of someone who has seen your work ethic and abilities firsthand. All responses will remain confidential. Submission instructions are on the form.
Submit Required Documentation to Academy for Healthcare Innovation (AHI)
Confirm you have the following forms and email them to the AHI team:
- Completed application
- Official academic transcript
Wait for AHI to Contact You
Congratulations! You have taken your first step toward your career in healthcare!
Application Tips for Success
- Verify Email Address: Use an email address that you check regularly. This is our primary way to communicate with you
throughout the application process. - Check Your Spam Folder: Sometimes our emails may end up in your spam or junk mail folder. Be sure to check these
folders periodically. - Submit Only Completed Applications: To be considered for admission, your application must be complete. Download the
application early to allow ample time to gather all necessary documents and make any adjustments before the deadline.
Candidate Selection Process
Application Review Process
Once we receive your completed application and all supporting documents, our Admissions team will carefully review your submission. We may contact you if any additional information is needed. Please respond promptly to ensure your application is processed efficiently.
Selection Process
We want to ensure that we admit qualified candidates into our programs. To achieve this, we use an objective admissions process that evaluates your application and, if required for your program, your interview performance.
- Academic Standing: We review your academic history to assess your academic preparedness.
- Student Evaluation: The feedback we receive from your teacher or previous employer provides valuable insights into your character, work
ethic and potential for success.
2025-2026 Academic Calendar
Download PDF version of Academic Calendar >
Term Start & End
Holidays
Term A
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Monday, June 16, 2025 | Tuition Payment Deadline |
| Monday, June 30, 2025 | Term Start |
| Monday, June 30, 2025 | Last Day to Register |
| Wednesday, July 2, 2025 | Last Day to Drop a Course |
| Friday, July 4, 2025 | Independence Day Holiday |
| Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 | Term Ends |
| Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025 | Final Grades Due |
Term B
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Monday, Aug. 11, 2025 | Tuition Payment Deadline |
| Friday, Aug. 15, 2025 | Admission Day Holiday |
| Monday, Aug. 25, 2025 | Term Start |
| Monday, Aug. 25, 2025 | Last Day to Register |
| Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2025 | Last Day to Drop a Course |
| Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025 | Term Ends |
| Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025 | Final Grades Due |
Term C
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Monday, Sept. 1, 2025 | Labor Day Holiday |
| Monday, Oct. 13, 2025 | Tuition Payment Deadline |
| Monday, Oct. 27, 2025 | Term Start |
| Monday, Oct. 27, 2025 | Last Day to Register |
| Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025 | Last Day to Drop a Course |
| Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025 | Term Ends |
| Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2025 | Final Grades Due |
Term D
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Monday, Dec. 22, 2025 | Tuition Payment Deadline |
| Monday, Jan. 5, 2026 | Term Start |
| Monday, Jan. 5, 2026 | Last Day to Register |
| Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026 | Last Day to Drop a Course |
| Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026 | Term Ends |
| Tuesday, March 3, 2026 | Final Grades Due |
Term E
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Monday, Feb. 16, 2026 | Presidents’ Day Holiday |
| Monday, Feb. 23, 2026 | Tuition Payment Deadline |
| Monday, March 2, 2026 | Term Start |
| Monday, March 2, 2026 | Last Day to Register |
| Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | Last Day to Drop a Course |
| Saturday, April 25, 2026 | Term Ends |
| Tuesday, April 28, 2026 | Final Grades Due |
Term F
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Monday, April 20, 2026 | Tuition Payment Deadline |
| Monday, May 4, 2026 | Term Start |
| Monday, May 4, 2026 | Last Day to Register |
| Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | Last Day to Drop a Course |
| Monday, May 25, 2026 | Memorial Day Holiday |
| Thursday, June 11, 2026 | Kamehameha Day Holiday |
| Saturday, June 27, 2026 | Term Ends |
| Tuesday, June 30, 2026 | Final Grades Due |
Observed Holidays and Breaks
- Friday, July 4, 2025
- Independence Day
- Friday, Aug. 15, 2025
- Admission Day
- Monday, Sept. 1, 2025
- Labor Day
- Monday, Oct. 20 – Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025
- Fall Break
- Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025
- Thanksgiving
- Monday, Dec. 22, 2025 – Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026
- Winter Break
- Monday, Feb. 16, 2026
- Presidents’ Day
- Monday, April 27 – Saturday, May 2, 2026
- Spring Break
- Monday, May 25, 2026
- Memorial Day
- Thursday, June 11, 2026
- Kamehameha Day
The Academy for Healthcare Innovation is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. Enrollment and employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal or state law.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 808-458-1437 or email [email protected]. Concerns or complaints should be brought to the attention of the Executive Director, Academy for Healthcare Innovation.