• Medical Assistant

    Medical Assistant

    1000 hours

    The Medical Assistant diploma program covers a wide variety of healthcare topics and operates on a continuous enrollment basis.  In order to earn a diploma for this program, you must complete all the required classes (they do not have to be completed in any specific order).  Students may enroll at any point in the program and start at the beginning of any class.  

    Required classes for this program include: 

    • Success In Learning
    • Health Science Concepts (incl. 4 Hour HIV)
    • Patient Care Skills and Lab
    • Body Structures & Functions
    • Phlebotomy & Lab
    • EKG & Lab
    • Medical Terminology
    • Medical Office Administration & Lab
    • Into to Billing and Coding
    • Intro to Pharmacology
    • Exam Room Procedures & Lab
    • Documentation & Chart Review
    • Career Preparation
    • Externship Experience

    Your enrollment counsellor will provide a complete list of all required classes and review available schedules during your enrollment appointment.

    Classes can be completed in about 16 months, part time.  Medical Assistant classes are generally held on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 9am – 1pm. 

    Upon completion of the program, all students are eligible to take the National Certification Exam (CCMA) through National HealthCareer Association (NHA).

    Now enrolling for the Medical Assistant class.  Classes start 7/5/10.

     Medical Assistant FAQ:

    How abundant are Medical Assistant jobs?

    According to the Occupational Outlook Handbook (Bureau of Labor and Statistics), the demand for Medical Assistants is expected to grow faster than average with EXCELLENT job opportunities.

    How much do Medical Assistants make?

    According to Payscale.com, which accumulates data on wages for different careers, Medical Assistants average $23,000 to $32,000 per year.

    Where do Medical Assistants work?

    Medical Assistants usually work in physician offices during regular business hours, but may be employed in 24 hour clinics that require nights and weekends.

    What do Medical Assistants do?

    A Medical Assistant assists with clinical and administrative tasks such as taking vital signs, performing phlebotomy and other specimen collection, giving injections, assisting with procedures, performing EKGs, assisting with patient education, data collection, record keeping, billing, scheduling, and other tasks.  Medical Assistants work under the direct supervision of a Physician or Registered Nurse.