The Medical Assistant Program at Central Oregon Community College offers comprehensive training in both clinical and administrative skills, providing students with the essential knowledge and hands-on experience needed for a successful career in health care.
Key Skills Taught:
- Clinical Skills: Vital signs, vaccine administration, phlebotomy, and assisting in medical procedures
- Administrative Skills: Medical record maintenance, patient scheduling, insurance regulations, and secretarial/receptionist skills
Features Offered:
- Simulated Clinical Setting: Training in a realistic clinical environment with supportive instructors
- Practicum Experience: 160-hour hands-on practicum in local medical offices
- Training Partnership: Collaboration with St. Charles Health System for clinical experience and job prospects
- Certification Preparation: Preparation for the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) exam with high passage rates
- Career Pathways: Gateway to diverse health care professions
- Professional Licensure Alignment: Meets Oregon licensure standards, facilitating potential relocation
Key Skills Taught:
- Clinical Skills: Vital signs, vaccine administration, phlebotomy, and assisting in medical procedures
- Administrative Skills: Medical record maintenance, patient scheduling, insurance regulations, and secretarial/receptionist skills
Features Offered:
- Simulated Clinical Setting: Training in a realistic clinical environment with supportive instructors
- Practicum Experience: 160-hour hands-on practicum in local medical offices
- Training Partnership: Collaboration with St. Charles Health System for clinical experience and job prospects
- Certification Preparation: Preparation for the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) exam with high passage rates
- Career Pathways: Gateway to diverse health care professions
- Professional Licensure Alignment: Meets Oregon licensure standards, facilitating potential relocation
The Medical Assistant Program at Central Oregon Community College is a four-term training program.
Central Oregon Community College, located in Bend, Oregon, offers a range of certificate and degree programs designed to meet the educational and vocational needs of its students. The college provides a diverse array of courses across various disciplines and emphasizes small class sizes and personalized instruction. With additional campuses in Redmond, Madras, and Prineville, it serves a broad region, contributing to the educational and economic development of Central Oregon.
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