Programs
Diploma in Medical Assisting
 

Description
Medical Assistants are multi-skilled people who assist a physician. Students learn to perform duties under the direction of a physician in all areas of medical practice. In addition to learning the clinical aspects of the career, students learn how to function in an administrative capacity at the medical office. A diploma is awarded upon successful completion of this program.

Students who successfully complete the Medical Assisting Program are eligible to sit for the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) examination that is offered by the American Medical Technologists (AMT) and the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) that is offered by the American Association of Medical Assistants. Student can also sit for the Limited Radiograph License Examination in Radiography .

Objectives
This program is designed to train students to function effectively as an integral member of a physician’s health care team. Students learn how to perform laboratory tasks including blood chemistry and urinalysis; clinical skills including X-Ray, EKG, patient assisting, vital signs, injections, venipuncture and administration skills. Students are prepared for entry-level employment as a Medical Assistant.

Prerequisites

• Have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Pass the entrance examination

Course Outline
To receive a diploma in Medical Assisting students must complete 36.5 credit hours in their major for a total of 920 clock hours.  This diploma can be completed in 8 months (32 weeks) for full-time day students or in 14 months (56 weeks) for part-time evening students.