We will begin open enrollment for our Fall classes beginning September 7, 2010

The Medical Assistant program includes a combination of both clinical and administrative programs.  A Medical Assistant is a multi-skilled professional who serves as an office assistant for health care practitioners and as a liaison between patient and doctor.  The efficiency of a medical office depends, in large measure, on the ability and efficiency of the Medical Assistant.  Experts foresee a highly favorable outlook for employment in this field over the next decade.

Medical Assistants may perform either clinical duties, administrative duties, or both.

Schedule: 

Monday-Friday 8 am - 2:30 pm

Length:  24 weeks including the 180 hour (6 week) externship

Total program hours: 720  

Subjects include:

• Preparing the exam room
• Taking a preliminary medical history from patients
• Measuring height and weight
• Recording vital signs
• Preparing patients for and assisting in examinations and treatment processes
• Administering medications
• Applying dressings
• Drawing blood
• Performing Electrocardiograms (EKGs)
• Cleaning and sterilizing instruments

• Ordering supplies

• Secretarial, clerical and receptionist tasks
• Record keeping
• Scheduling patient appointments
• Updating patient records
• Introduction to billing and coding

Certification:

Students will master the skills and information needed to pass the National Healthcareers Association’s National Certification exam for Certified Clinical Medical Assistant and Certified Administrative Medical Assistant.

Enrollment requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• 17 years of age at the start of training
• No felony or misdemeanor convictions or current charges pending
• Pass a reading comprehension exam