Medical Assisting
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:
- Understanding the role and responsibilities of a medical assistant
- Demonstrating clear and effective communication skills
- Attaining entry-level competency in both administrative and clinical functions
- Applying legal concepts and ethical considerations in health care practices
- Participating as an active member of the health care team
- Achieving a passing score on the national certification examination
Program Features:
- Offers an Associate of Science Degree in Medical Assisting
- Provides a Certificate option
- Program Coordinator: Sarah Zorn, Assistant Professor
- Contact: szorn@capitalcc.edu, (860) 906-5136
Connecticut State Community College (CT State) is a public, comprehensive multi-campus community college formed through the merger of all twelve community colleges in Connecticut on July 1, 2023.
The college is headquartered in New Britain and offers both 2-year and 4-year institutions, as well as online and on-ground programs.
It is part of the Connecticut State Colleges & Universities (CSCU) system, which oversees Central, Eastern, Western, and Southern Connecticut State Universities and Charter Oak State College. CT State serves approximately 70,560 students and offers more than 300 programs across its 18 branch and satellite campuses.
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