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Medical Assistant Program

Delaware County Community College
Media, Pennsylvania
Associate
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December 2, 2024
Program Details
Program Length
62 credits (about 21 months) for Associate in Applied Science degree program, 43 credits (about 14 months) for Certificate of Proficiency program
Self-paced, flexible schedule
Program Cost
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Financial aid may be 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.

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Program length is the expected time to complete all requirements based on full-time enrollment.

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The Medical Assistant Program at Delaware County Community College equips students with essential cognitive knowledge, psychomotor skills, and affective behaviors necessary for success in the health care field.

Key Skills Taught:
- Cognitive Knowledge: Essential knowledge for the medical assistant profession
- Psychomotor Skills: Practical skills for clinical tasks
- Affective Behavior: Developing appropriate behaviors for the healthcare setting

Program Features:
- Accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education
- Balanced training in clinical and administrative duties
- Options for an Associate in Applied Science (62 credits) or a Certificate of Proficiency (43 credits)

Program Outcomes:
- Job Placement: 100% satisfaction based on Student and Employer Surveys
- Retention Rates: Associate Degree - 53.33%, Certificate of Proficiency - 100%
- Exam Passage Rates: Associate Degree - 73.33%, Certificate of Proficiency - 66.67%
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About Delaware County Community College

Delaware County Community College is a public institution in Media, Pennsylvania, with a total enrollment of 9,989 students. 

It offers over 80 degree and certificate programs, including popular fields such as Business Administration and Management, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Health Professions and Related Programs. 

The school has an open admissions policy and offers credit for life experiences. Delaware County Community College has a student-faculty ratio of 26-to-1 and offers a semester-based academic year.

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