Columbia Gorge Community College Medical Assisting The Dalles, Oregon

The Medical Assisting Program at Columbia Gorge Community College focuses on equipping students with essential skills and knowledge required in health care settings.

Key Skills Taught:
- Performing administrative procedures in a medical office
- Conducting clinical assisting and laboratory procedures
- Data entry into healthcare documents
- Applying legal concepts to medical practice
- Professional communication with patients, coworkers, and providers
- Proficiency in cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning domains as per the American Association of Medical Assistants

Program Features:
- Classroom, laboratory, and practical experience in health care facilities
- Preparation to work under licensed physician supervision
- Path to CMA certification with legal considerations
- Hands-on training in clinical and administrative tasks
- Prerequisites with specific course completion requirements
- High job placement and exam passage rates as program outcomes
- Clinical practicum opportunities