Clinical Medical Assistant Certificate

Program Overview

The Clinical Medical Assistant certificate program prepares students for a career in the healthcare industry where they will work primarily in ambulatory care settings under the direction of a physician. The program includes both clinical and non-clinical components, providing lecture and competency-based experiences.

As a medical assistant, your responsibilities will include greeting patients, answering telephone calls, scheduling appointments, and filing medical records. You will also assist with clinical tasks such as preparing patients for exams, administering medications, and drawing blood. Overall, the Medical Assisting program offers a meaningful career in patient care with opportunities for growth in a rising field.

To continue in this program, students must maintain a grade of “C” or better in all required courses. Upon successful completion of this certificate, students may be able to sit for certification exams. 

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of this program students will be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
• Perform clinical skills such as taking vital signs, performing electrocardiograms (EKGs), and administering injections and medications.
• Understand medical laws and ethics and maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Communicate effectively with patients and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain patient medical records
• Assist with patient care in a variety of healthcare settings, including clinics, hospitals, and physician offices.