Des Moines Area Community College DMACC Medical Assistant Academic Program Ankeny, Iowa

The DMACC Medical Assistant Academic Program equips students with essential skills in clinical, administrative, and patient care procedures, preparing them for diverse roles in health care.

Key Skills Taught:
- Clinical and diagnostic procedures
- Pharmacology and medication administration
- First aid techniques
- Office practices and administrative procedures
- Patient relations and care techniques
- Medical law and ethics
- Communication skills
- Medical terminology and anatomy
- Physiology and laboratory procedures
- Radiography techniques
- Electronic health records

Program Features:
- 10-week supervised practicum in an ambulatory setting for hands-on experience
- Eligibility for the CMA (AAMA) certification examination upon graduation
- Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
- Focus on performing administrative and clinical procedures in ambulatory settings
- Comprehensive curriculum covering clinical, administrative, and patient care procedures
- Emphasis on legal and ethical standards in medical assisting practice
- Pathway Success Team available for questions and support

The DMACC Medical Assistant Diploma program has an approximate total cost of $8,498. This cost includes tuition, which is $193.00 per credit, and various other fees. These additional costs include books, supplies, uniforms, certification test fees, student membership fees, radiography fees, physical exams, CPR health care provider fees, immunizations, materials fees, and background checks. Please note that these costs are estimates and are subject to change.