Medical Assisting

The Medical Assisting Program at Chattahoochee Valley Community College equips students with essential skills in administrative tasks, clinical care, laboratory procedures, and provides hands-on experience through a required 225-hour practicum in a medical setting.

Key Skills Taught:
- Administrative Tasks: Updating patient records, managing admissions, and handling insurance forms
- Clinical Care: Taking medical histories, administering medication, and assisting with minor procedures
- Laboratory Procedures: Obtaining blood samples, performing routine lab tasks, and managing emergencies
- Practicum: 225-hour hands-on experience in a medical setting

Program Features:
- Certification: Eligibility for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam
- Preparation: Mandatory enrollment in MAT 228R: Medical Assistant CCMA Review Course for exam readiness