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Medical Assistant Diploma
Program Length
11 monts
Total Credits
32.5
Total Courses
14
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Medical Assistant Program
Objective: In this program, the student is prepared with the technical skills and practical training necessary for entry-level positions as a Medical Assistant capable of performing a variety of duties with technical detail and helping the physician in many clinical situations. This program is valid in all the United States, except California.
Classes online – Externship infield
Graduate without federal student loan debt
Medical Assistant Program Overview
Our program prepares individuals seeking career advancement and increased employment opportunities in the medical field. The combination of the MA curriculum and the general education courses offered by CMVC will enable the student to obtain an Associate of Science in Medical Assisting. Some of the classes provided to get a medical assistant degree include medical terminology, physical examination and vital signs, law and ethics, human anatomy, human growth and development, and more.
You will earn real experience as a Medical Assistant
Compu-Med gives you hands-on experience with our Medical Assistant Program so that you are ready for a real-world job. You will work in Hospitals and Medical centers to gain experience before graduation.
What You Will Learn in this Program?
Learners enrolled in our program will have a medical assistant externship opportunity. During the externship, you will learn about medical assistant career opportunities and where you can work, such as local agencies, organizations, or companies. As an extern, you will have opportunities to form foundational relationships with medical field experts and form clinical experience.
Expand Your Opportunities with Additional Certifications
Our program not only prepares you for a career in healthcare but also includes certifications in Phlebotomy and Electrocardiogram. These credentials open more job opportunities in clinics, hospitals, and medical offices, helping you stand out in the job market and broaden your professional prospects.
Ready to Get Started?
Our Program duration is estimated to be approximately 45 weeks long, with 915 clock hours required. The MA program allows students to prepare for medical assistant job tasks while having an inside look at the medical field to assist students in gaining confidence about a healthcare career. If you’re excited to begin courses and earn a medical assistant certification, you may wonder about the specific classes and concepts you will cover. Here are a few primary course topics CMVC medical assistant professionals will teach students:
- Introductory level courses and lab activities: urinalysis, microbiology, radiology and how they all relate to medical assistant practices such as taking specimens, drawing blood, and lab testing.
- Administrative of Medication: Procedural requirements, electronic healthcare records, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity.
- Laws and Ethics: Pre-Employment Skills / Work Maturity: performing wound care, administering injections, assisting with exams and procedures.
- Computer Skills and Medical Office Procedures and more!
CMVC Medical Assistant Admissions Requirements
Previous academic experience is analyzed in the admissions process, and certain factors play a role in evaluating applicants. At CMVC, applicants should have a passion for learning and succeeding. You will be considered for admission if you are serious about achieving an education and have a strong desire to grow.
After the CMVC Medical Assistant Program,
students will know how to:
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Perform effectively as an entry-level medical assistant
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Perform medical assistant administrative and laboratory procedures competently and safely within their scope of practice.
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Perform within legal and ethical boundaries in the scope of practice for Medical Assistants.
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Display professionalism and communicate effectively with clients and members of a health care team.
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As a CMVC graduate, put what you learn into practice! Allow CMVC to help prepare you for your new career by enrolling in CMVC’s Medical Assistant Program.
Medical Assistant Program Tuition and Fees
Tuition and fees vary among healthcare programs. You may discuss the payment with the CMVC bursar’s office. Payment plans may be offered along with financial aid options.
Employment Assistance
While we cannot guarantee employment, the Job Placement Department is committed to assisting our students and alumni with employability skills, guidance, and resources to find employment in their chosen career and respective specialized field of study after graduation.
Frequently Asked Questions (and Answers)
Is the Medical Assisting program difficult?
The Medical Assisting program coursework may be challenging, but the instructors are there to help you navigate your way through it. Our instructors are industry qualified as well as experienced.
Can a medical assistant be a health coach?
Although a medical assistant provides basic health and nutrition guidance as part of their role working with patients, a health coach is a separate certification. Many of the areas of study needed to become a health coach are covered in the Medical Assistant program at CMVC.
Should I become a medical assistant?
The medical assisting field is one that is growing and changing rapidly. As the healthcare industry continues to evolve, so do the roles of medical assistants. Medical assisting jobs are available in hospitals, clinics, physicians’ offices, and other healthcare facilities. Medical assistants are needed to perform administrative tasks as well as clinical duties such as taking vital signs and recording patient information in the medical record.
How long does it take to become a medical assistant?
The time it takes to become a medical assistant depends on the program you choose. Some schools offer courses that are part-time and can be completed in two years or less. Other programs are designed for students who want to complete their studies on a full-time basis.
What are the qualifications to be a medical assistant?
To become a medical assistant, you must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or equivalent and graduate an education program.
As a medical assistant, what exactly are your duties?
A medical assistant’s job is to assist medical professionals in various ways, including taking vital signs, recording patient information, preparing patients for exams and treatments, and helping them during their appointments.