Medical Assisting Program

The Medical Assisting Program at American Institute provides comprehensive training in essential medical skills and administrative tasks, preparing students for entry-level positions in clinical or administrative settings.

Key Skills Taught:
- Understanding of human biological systems: digestive, endocrine, nervous-muscular, respiratory, cardiovascular, and reproductive systems
- Effective communication with patients and medical staff, including medical histories and patient education
- Performing first aid, vital signs, and phlebotomy
- Administrative tasks like medical office procedures, computers, and managing medical records

Features Offered:
- Hybrid training format with online distance education and on-campus training
- Clinical externship for supervised practice in a medical facility
- Preparation for entry-level Medical Assisting roles
- Coverage of clinical procedures including phlebotomy, EKG, lab procedures, and medical office tasks