Medical Assisting
Hours
900 Hours. Approximately 9 months.
200-hour internship at a local physician’s office or clinic.
Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Clinical Times Vary.
Cost
Approximately $5,129
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Courses & Clock Hours
| OCP | Course Number | Course Title | Length |
| A | HSC0003 | Basic Healthcare Worker | 90 hours |
| B | MEA0002 | Introduction to Medical Assisting | 250 hours |
| MEA0501 | Medical Office Procedures | 75 hours | |
| C | MEA0521 | Phlebotomist, MA | 75 hours |
| D | MEA0543 | EKG Aide, MA | 75 hours |
| E | MEA0581 | Clinical Assisting | 230 hours |
Program Topics
- Record patient history and personal information into medical record
- Obtain vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse
- Assist physician with patient examinations
- Administer injections or medications, as directed by the physician and within scope of practice
- Schedule appointments
- Prepare blood samples for laboratory tests
Program Overview
If you’re caring and compassionate and want a career that can be both personally and professionally gratifying, medical assisting could be just what you’re looking for.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics employment of Medical Assistants is projected to grow 23 percent, much faster than the average for all occupations.
The curriculum includes training in a variety of clinical and administrative duties that include but are not limited to: assisting physicians and preparing patients for examinations, recording vital signs, performing diagnostic tests, medication administration and specimen collection and processing. Administrative duties may include: patient scheduling, records management, office correspondence, and insurance/billing matters. The duties vary with the location, specialty, and the size of the office.
Industry Certifications
- Eligibility for certification within Medical Assisting requires successful completion of the MA program.
- The National Healthcareer Association (NHA) offers certification examinations within the areas of
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
- Certified Electrocardiograph Technician (CET)
- and Certified Clinical Medical Assisting (CCMA)
- CPT, CET, and CCMA credentials are granted upon mastery of exam content.
