Certificate in Medical Assistant
The program cost may vary depending on factors such as where you live, how many transfer credits you have and whether you're eligible for financial aid.
Program length is the expected time to complete all requirements based on full-time enrollment.
Earnings and debt data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Key Skills Taught:
- Clinical Skills: Diagnostic procedures and operational functions
- Professionalism: Behavior and communication in healthcare
- Legal and Ethical Standards: Adherence to guidelines
- Administrative Tasks: Effective duties in healthcare
- Health Records Management: Functions related to records
- Medical Terminology: Fundamental concepts
- Billing and Coding: Medical insurance processes
Program Features:
- Externship Requirement: 180-hour externship at a healthcare facility
- Preparation for Certification Exam: Readiness for National Certification Exam
- Career Opportunities: Entry-level roles in hospitals, offices, clinics
- Flexibility: Blended learning format combining classroom and online sessions.
Charter College is an independent institution of higher education that focuses on career training programs in areas such as health care, information technology, business, veterinary care, and the trades.
Founded in 1985, the college has been delivering relevant career training for over 35 years, helping students transition into professional roles. Charter College is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
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