Diploma 

If you are interested in becoming a part of the medical industry, this could be your opportunity. Our Medical Assistant Diploma program provides in-depth training in medical terminology, medical law and ethics, phlebotomy techniques, pharmacology, vital signs, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The program also offers specific training in electrocardiographs, universal precautions, emergency first aid, and application of aseptic technique and infection control.


By earning a diploma from our medical assistant program, you can seek entry-level employment in doctors' offices, clinics, hospitals, or other medical facilities. You can choose to specialize in front or back office duties or diversify your responsibilities and do both.


Prior to graduation, you are required to complete an externship program at a local outpatient clinic, medical office, or hospital. In addition, this program is designed to help you prepare for the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) exam sponsored by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA).*

 Medical Assistant Program Features 

This is your opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills you need to successfully seek a career in the medical field. Our Medical Assistant Diploma program offers:

  • Clinical and administrative course instruction
  • Hands-on training using medical equipment
  • Word processing and front office administrative skills training

 Medical Assistant Duties 

By earning a diploma from our medical assistant program, you can seek various entry-level positions in a health care facility or private office, performing duties that include: †

  • Taking vital signs
  • Performing EKGs
  • Assisting in minor surgical procedures
  • Completing basic accounting procedures
  • Administering injections

      

     

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    † This program is designed to prepare graduates to pursue entry-level employment in the field, or jobs in related fields, the specific job titles of which may not be represented in the program title. Although the College will assist students with job placement, finding a job is the individual responsibility of the student. The College does not guarantee that any student will be placed in any of the jobs described, or placed at all.