Kaplan College, Phoenix campus, has a rich history that spans over three decades. Previously known as Long Technical College, each campus was founded separately and now operates under Kaplan Higher Education Corporation. The school changed its name to Kaplan College in August of 2007.

Long Technical College originated as a result of merging two separate schools, Scottsdale Educational Center and the Institute of Medical and Dental Technology, and became known as Scottsdale Educational Center. The first students were enrolled at Scottsdale Educational Center in March of 1972.

In 1980, the College was purchased by Mr. Ed Long and, in 1983, the name changed to Long Medical Institute.

In April 1988, the College was acquired by Educational Medical, Inc., (EMI), an educational company with headquarters in Roswell, Georgia.

The College became eligible to grant associate's degrees in 1996, and in 1999 the name was changed to Long Technical College to better portray the diverse programs offered.

In September 1998, EMI (the parent company) changed its name to Quest Education Corporation. Quest was purchased in July 2000 by Kaplan, Inc. In December 2002, Quest changed its name to Kaplan Higher Education Corporation. Today, Kaplan is dedicated to continuing the same excellent education for which Long Technical College is known.

About KHE

Kaplan College is part of Kaplan Higher Education Corporation (KHE), a division of Kaplan, Inc., which has built a long and distinguished tradition as both an academic pioneer and career-maker since 1938. Kaplan serves 1 million students per year across the United States and abroad, including online programs through Kaplan University. Kaplan is a leading global provider of educational services for individuals, schools, and businesses. A subsidiary of The Washington Post Company, Kaplan had 2007 revenue of more than $2 billion.

About KHEC

Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Kaplan Higher Education Campuses (KHEC) is a group of institutions designed to provide the skills and knowledge needed for a competitive edge in today's job market. KHEC consists of more than 70 schools nationwide, each separately accredited by one of several national or regional accrediting agencies approved by the U.S. Department of Education. To make education relevant to students in their daily lives, KHEC programs focus on local employment needs.

Leading Education

Kaplan, Inc., is one of the nation's leading education providers. Its programs are designed to lead to employment in some of the country's fastest-growing occupations, as projected by the U.S. Department of Labor. Through the career-oriented programs at KHE, students can gain the skills necessary to qualify them for employment in a variety of fields.

Career Training

KHEC provides practical career training to busy adults who are juggling the demands of home, family, and work. Faculty and staff members have experience in their fields and teach the industry knowledge and technical skills that students need to succeed. Students can obtain a relevant education in a short amount of time, learning from passionate instructors who bring real-world expertise to the classroom.