Medical Assisting Program
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:
- Clinical Skills:
- Taking Patient Vital Signs (Blood Pressure, Temperature, and Pulse)
- Assisting Doctors and Nurses with Physical Exams
- Conducting Eye Exams
- Performing Lab Tests
- Practicing Phlebotomy
- Sterilizing Medical Equipment
- Assisting with Simple Surgeries
- Administering Injections (Shots)
- Performing Heart Tests (EKGs)
Program Features:
- Hands-on Training:
- In a WE CARE classroom environment with a team of instructors guiding students through admissions, academics, and career services.
- Career Path Opportunities:
- Managing a doctor's office
- Working in phlebotomy
- Working in a chiropractor's office
- Working in a pharmacy
- Working in a hospital, scheduling patients and overseeing patient records
- Externship Opportunity:
- Completion of an externship to apply learned skills in real-world settings.
- Certification Preparation:
- Preparation for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant exam to enhance job market appeal.
East Ohio College is a 2-year, private institution located in a rural setting in East Liverpool, Ohio.
It offers both associate degree and diploma programs in various fields, including nursing, medical assisting, medical billing/administration, business administration, dental assisting, and more.
The college is known for its hands-on training and direct admission policies, which allow students to focus on their chosen career path without taking unnecessary courses. East Ohio College is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
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