Colorado Mountain College Medical Assistant Program Edwards, Colorado

The Medical Assistant Program equips students with essential skills for administrative and clinical roles in health care settings.

Key Skills Taught:
- Performing routine administrative duties in medical or clinical office environments
- Basics of anatomy and interacting with real medical personnel
- Administrative tasks like scheduling, medical record maintenance, and insurance claims handling
- Clinical duties such as infection control, patient histories, vital signs, and specimen collection
- Assisting physicians with examinations and treatments, administering medications, and drawing blood

Program Features:
- Combination of online and on-campus courses
- Real-world training in local medical offices
- High retention and job placement rates
- Convenient and flexible schedules for working students
- Accredited program with the opportunity to be credentialed by the American Association of Medical Assistants
- Emphasis on professionalism, teamwork, communication, and cultural awareness
- Hands-on training in medical assisting laboratory
- Internship opportunities for practical experience
- Degree and certificate options available