Medical Assisting  

The Medical Assisting program prepares students for employment within the healthcare field or post-secondary endeavors.  Health care employment possibilities includes all outpatient physician's offices.  Students will learn clinical skills, including electrocardiography, phlebotomy, and medication administration, as well as basic laboratory techniques.  In addition, students will possess administrative knowledge of the medical office, which would qualify them to function as a member of the appointment, medical billing or business offices.  

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Medical Terminology
Pharmacology
Anatomy & Physiology
Medical Law & Ethics
Nutrition
Disease Pathology

CAREER PATHWAYS

Medical Assistant
Electrocardiogram Technician
Phlebotomist
Medical Transcriptionist
Medical Secretary
With Experience or Advanced Training:
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Mental Health Practitioner
Medical Laboratory Technician
Medical Technologist

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

OSHA 10-Hour Safety Credential
First Aid AED
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR)
Eligibility for AMT National Certification
Examination for Medical Assisting upon successful completion of the program and graduation