The EdUp Experience If You're Not Tracking 30 Metrics Daily, You're Not Scaling Right - with Thomas Rametta, President, Ultimate Medical Academy
Aug 13, 2025
Joining Dr. Joe Sallustio is Thomas Rametta, President of Ultimate Medical Academy, a leader in allied health education. They discuss how the academy has scaled to over 20,000 students through tailored support and a focus on market needs. Thomas shares insights on using data analytics to improve student outcomes and the importance of a human touch in healthcare training. They also explore innovative approaches like provisional enrollment that prioritize student well-being, highlighting the evolving landscape of education in a fast-paced job market.
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Laser Focus On Allied Health
- Ultimate Medical Academy focuses exclusively on allied health careers and has done so for over three decades.
- That sustained focus allowed UMA to scale programs aligned to clear labor demand and student needs.
Iterate Online Learning By Student Feedback
- UMA launched online operations in 2009 and iterated to find the right support cadence for allied health programs.
- They tuned volume and intensity of support by working closely with students, employers, and staff.
Design Around Adult Learner Realities
- UMA serves primarily adult learners who are 90% female, mid-30s, often Pell-eligible and needing nontraditional supports.
- Recognizing students' life challenges shaped UMA's high-touch academic, financial, and career services.