History
Missouri College was founded by Dr. S.L. Gilberg, D.D.S., in 1963. It was originally named the Missouri School for Doctors’ Assistants in Clayton, Missouri. Gilberg was the executive director until 1966. The school introduced a Dental Assistant program in 1969. A year later, the college became accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology. Missouri moved to Manchester Road in 1971. In 1989, Missouri added a Computer Office Assistant program to its new business division. The school was also approved to grant degrees in 1993. In 1995, the school changed its name from the Missouri School for Doctors’ Assistants to Missouri College. Missouri College currently resides In Brentwood, MO off of Hanley Rd.
The school expanded its curriculum in 1999 when it added a Massage Therapy Program and again in 2000 with the introduction of an Information Technology Program. Missouri College was acquired by Career Education Corporation in September 2002.
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