Medical Assisting
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, Texas
Certificate
In Person
Program Details
Program Length
1 year
Program Cost
Not available
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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.
Cost Source
Program length is the expected time to complete all requirements based on full-time enrollment.
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Financial Outcomes
Median Earnings
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Monthly
Median Debt
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Earnings and debt data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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The Medical Assisting certification course at Del Mar College spans one year and covers clinical and administrative aspects. Students are instructed in medical terminology, body systems, common diseases, and procedures such as venipuncture, ECG, throat culture, urinalysis, injections, and vital signs.
Key Skills Taught:
- Medical Terminology
- Understanding of body systems and common diseases
- Procedures like venipuncture, ECG, throat culture, urinalysis, injections, and vital signs
Program Features:
- Knowledge in aseptic techniques for working in ambulatory care settings
- Curriculum includes Medical Assisting - Level II and prerequisite courses in composition, speech communication, anatomy and physiology, and health professions management.
Key Skills Taught:
- Medical Terminology
- Understanding of body systems and common diseases
- Procedures like venipuncture, ECG, throat culture, urinalysis, injections, and vital signs
Program Features:
- Knowledge in aseptic techniques for working in ambulatory care settings
- Curriculum includes Medical Assisting - Level II and prerequisite courses in composition, speech communication, anatomy and physiology, and health professions management.
Program Highlights
Graduate Outcomes
Del Mar College, located in Corpus Christi, Texas, is a community college offering a range of associate degrees and certificate programs. The institution serves a diverse student body and aims to provide accessible learning opportunities that prepare students for further education and careers. Established in 1935, Del Mar College focuses on academic excellence and community engagement.
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