Program Faculty must have a minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare, Education or related field and a minimum of 2 years of experience as an instructor in the healthcare field and or Adult Education. Experience working as a Medical Assistant Instructor for more than one year will be considered in-lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree.
This course prepares medical assistant students to be multi-skilled allied health professionals specifically trained in administrative, laboratory and clinical procedures for the duties of a medical assistant in doctors clinics and hospitals. Students will learn clinical procedures including administering medications, performing an electrocardiogram, obtaining laboratory specimens for testing, educating patients, and maintaining a clean clinical environment. Medical assistants perform routine clinical tasks to keep the medical offices running efficiently. Clinical duties may include taking medical histories of patients, recording vital signs, explaining treatment procedures, preparing patients for a variety of medical procedures, and assisting the physician with routine office procedures.
On-going enrollment