College of Western Idaho

The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is a comprehensive community college located in the vibrant and active Treasure Valley area in Southwest Idaho. It offers a variety of academic transfer and professional-technical programs leading to an Associate of Arts or Science degree, Associate of Applied Science degree, and certificates. 

The college serves a diverse student body with over 3,600 students and has primary campus locations in Boise and Nampa. CWI is governed by a five-member board of trustees and is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). 

The college has a growing campus life with over 30 student clubs and organizations, and students participate in competitive, skills-based organizations like Business Professionals of America, SkillsUSA, and Speech and Debate, achieving success at state, regional, and national levels. CWI is committed to fostering student development academically and occupationally, and its students have the opportunity to engage in campus life through the CWI Presidential Ambassador Program.

College of Western Idaho
Medical Assistant Program
Boise, Idaho
Certificate
Class format
Hybrid
  • 1 year
  • Accredited by CAAHEP