A new medical device sales program for Mercy University 

Mercy University and Medical Sales College (MSC) have announced a partnership designed to prepare students for success in the medical device industry.  

In May, Mercy University will offer a medical device sales program, the first of its kind in the tristate area, providing students with the training and certifications necessary to enter and succeed in the competitive medical device industry. The partnership adds yet another course to CERTIFi by Mercy University, which provides career-focused credentials for today’s workforce. The program will be hosted at Mercy University’s Westchester Campus in Dobbs Ferry, leveraging its facilities in the backyard of a thriving medical device market.  

“We are thrilled to partner with Medical Sales College to introduce this groundbreaking program to our students,” said Brian Amkraut, vice president of Workforce Credentialing and Community Impact at Mercy University. “As the health-care landscape continues to evolve, there is a growing demand for skilled professionals in medical device sales. By bringing a proven model of medical device training to Mercy, we can rapidly equip students with the knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed in well-paying jobs in this increasingly important field in the health-care sector.” 

“We are excited to bring this industry-leading curriculum to Mercy University and nurture the next generation of medical sales professionals,” said Travis Allen, CEO of Medical Sales College. “This program is designed to bridge the gap between education and industry, providing students with a direct pathway to rewarding careers in medical device sales. A partnership with Mercy University also means empowering Hispanic and other minority students so that we can create medical device leaders of the future who better reflect the patients and health-care workers they serve. Together with Mercy University, we are committed to delivering a world-class educational experience that prepares students for success in this dynamic field.”  

Students in the program will have access to a comprehensive training program designed to provide a strong foundation in anatomy, physiology, surgical procedures, health-care buying procedures and device sales techniques, as well as individualized support in securing employment. Through a blend of classroom instruction, hands-on training and real-world simulations, students will gain insights into the complexities of medical sales while developing the confidence and expertise to thrive in competitive markets. 

This partnership provides students access to a program that has helped more than 4,000 graduates create meaningful careers in the device industry, with a job placement rate of 84% in roles that average an annual compensation of more than $90,000 within two years of employment.   

Enrollment is now open. For more, visit https://medsales.certifi.mercy.edu or contact certifi@mercy.edu.