Academic Program
Allied Healthcare Assistant
This versatile program has been designed to allow graduates to take advantage of expanding career opportunities available throughout the healthcare system.
Overview
About the Program
This versatile program has been designed to allow graduates to take advantage of expanding career opportunities available throughout the healthcare system.
This program consists of options which can be taken separately for individual certifications, or together as part of a complete program to obtain an associate degree in Medical Assistant. An individual option for Phlebotomy is also available
Medical Assistants perform a blend of varied tasks that include:
- -Administrative
- -Technical
- -Communication and
- -Interpersonal skills
They work side-by-side with doctors, nurses, and others on the health care team. They also treat patients from newborns to senior citizens. They can work in physicians' offices, hospitals, clinics, and outpatient medical facilities.
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Please be advised that Medical Assistant courses will not be offered during any summer terms until further notice, with the exception of Medical Terminology.
If any of these changes affect your academic path, please connect with your academic advisor now to discuss your options.
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Pathways
Degrees & Certificates
Medical Assisting Certification
Phlebotomist Certification
Electrocardiogram Technician Certification
Pre-Surgical Technician Program
Questions
Degrees and certificates: full program information
Medical Assisting Associate — Associate of Applied Science
Medical assistants work alongside physicians primarily in outpatient or ambulatory care facilities, such as medical offices, clinics, and urgent care centers. Medical assistants who earn their AAS in Medical Assisting are cross trained to perform administrative and clinical duties, whereas medical assistants who earn their certificate in medical assisting will be trained for clinical duties only.
Clinical duties include but are not limited to taking medical histories; explaining treatments and procedures to patients; collecting and preparing lab specimens; preparing and administering medications; performing electrocardiograms; and assisting physicians during examinations.
NOTABLE COURSES: Medical Terminology, Nursing Assistant Fundamentals, Medical Assistant Practicum, Medical Office Procedures
REQUIREMENTS: C- or above is required in all relative courses to graduate
DURATION: 4 semesters / 2 years
Medical Assisting Certification — Certificate of Completion
Medical assistants work alongside physicians primarily in outpatient or ambulatory care facilities, such as medical offices, clinics, and urgent care centers. Medical assistants who earn their AAS in Medical Assisting are cross trained to perform administrative and clinical duties, whereas medical assistants who earn their certificate in medical assisting will be trained for clinical duties only.
Clinical duties include but are not limited to taking medical histories; explaining treatments and procedures to patients; collecting and preparing lab specimens; preparing and administering medications; performing electrocardiograms; and assisting physicians during examinations.
NOTABLE COURSES: Medical Terminology, Nursing Assistant Clinicals, Phlebotomist Basic, Medical Assistant Practicum
REQUIREMENTS: C- or above is required in all relative courses to graduate
DURATION: 3 semesters / 1.5 years
Phlebotomist Certification — Certificate of Completion
A phlebotomist is a Healthcare Professional that specializes in extracting blood for analysis from patients. Phlebotomists work hand in hand with other Laboratory clinicians in assisting physicians in the diagnosing of diseases and/or disorders. Students are required to complete 30 clinical hours and 50 successful venipunctures. Clinical hours are scheduled individually and separately from class time at laboratory sites. Upon successfully completing the course, the student is eligible to take the NHA national exam to become certified as a phlebotomy technician.
NOTABLE COURSES: Phlebotomist Basic
REQUIREMENTS: C- or above is required in all relative courses to graduate
DURATION: 1 semesters / 0.5 years
NOTABLE COURSES: Phlebotomist Basic
REQUIREMENTS: C- or above is required in all relative courses to graduate
DURATION: 1 semesters / 0.5 years
Electrocardiogram Technician Certification — Certificate of Completion
ECG technician students are trained with 12 lead ECGs, which are tracings of the electrical impulses transmitted by the heart. The technician attaches electrodes to the patient in the correct anatomical location and then operates the ECG machine to obtain a clear and accurate reading. A qualified medical physician then interprets the ECG reading. Graduates can also find employment observing and checking the quality of ECG rhythms on a continuous monitor in hospitals. Graduates may also work in clinics or hospitals preparing, observing, and providing post-care for patients having various cardiac test including stress testing and Holter monitoring. Upon successfully completing this course, students are eligible to take the NHA national exam to become certified electrocardiogram technicians.
NOTABLE COURSES: Electrocardiogram Technician Basic
REQUIREMENTS: C- or above is required in all relative courses to graduate
DURATION: 1 semesters / 0.5 years
NOTABLE COURSES: Electrocardiogram Technician Basic
REQUIREMENTS: C- or above is required in all relative courses to graduate
DURATION: 1 semesters / 0.5 years
Pre-Surgical Technician Program — Program
The contents of this roadmap may vary depending on initial student placement in mathematics and English. This is only a suggested plan of study for students, and is not intended as a contract. Individual student academic plans may vary. Please contact your academic advisor to create a plan that works for you. Course availability may vary from fall to spring semester and may be subject to modification or change.
NOTABLE COURSES: Medical Terminology, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology
and Microbiology
REQUIREMENTS: C- or above is required in all relative courses to graduate
DURATION: 4 semesters / 2 years
NOTABLE COURSES: Medical Terminology, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology
and Microbiology
REQUIREMENTS: C- or above is required in all relative courses to graduate
DURATION: 4 semesters / 2 years
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After completing their degree or certificate, students can pursue various roles in healthcare settings. Notable job opportunities include Medical Assistants, who perform both clinical and administrative tasks in outpatient facilities; Medical Secretaries, who handle administrative duties such as scheduling and managing patient records; and Administrative Assistants, who support healthcare operations with clerical tasks. These positions are essential for maintaining efficient healthcare delivery and supporting patient care.
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