The Medical Assisting Advanced Practice Program at Collin College equips students with essential skills in clinical duties, laboratory procedures, administrative tasks, and medical procedures. Graduates are prepared for various roles in health care settings such as Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Phlebotomy Technician, Electrocardiograph (EKG) Technician, and Medical Scribe.
Key Skills Taught:
- Clinical Duties: Assisting physicians with patient care
- Laboratory Procedures: Collecting and processing body fluids
- Administrative Tasks: Scheduling appointments and managing medical records
- Medical Procedures: Administering injections and medications
Program Features:
- Career Opportunities in diverse health care settings
- Accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
- Program Goals to prepare graduates for successful entry into the profession and pass credentialing exams
For more information, contact Program Director Leon Deutsch at ldeutsch@collin.edu or 972-549-6404.
The program length options for the Medical Assisting program at Collin College are:
- Level 1 Certificate Program: 10 months
- AAS Medical Assisting: 2 years
Collin County Community College District is a public institution located in McKinney, Texas, with a total enrollment of 35,390 students. It offers associate degrees and certificates in 69 different fields, including liberal arts and sciences, business, and general studies.
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