Medical Assisting Associate
ECPI University, the School of Health Science, Medical Careers Institute
Greenville, South Carolina
Associate
In Person
Program Details
Program Length
15 months
Program Cost
$7,848 per semester
total
Sources
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.
Program Source
Financial Outcomes
Median Earnings
Annual
Monthly
Median Debt
Total
Month
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Earnings and debt data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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Students in the Medical Assisting program at ECPI University develop skills in clinical and administrative functions, medical terminology, phlebotomy, laboratory procedures, patient care, and certification preparation. The curriculum covers Medical Terminology, Medical Coding & Billing, Pharmacology, Ethics, Phlebotomy, Pathophysiology, and Medical Office Procedures, along with general education courses. With a total of 1,170 contact hours, the program also offers online course options.
Key Skills Taught:
- Clinical and Administrative Functions: Tasks in medical settings
- Medical Terminology: Effective use of medical terms
- Phlebotomy and Laboratory Procedures: Techniques and procedures
- Patient Care: Competent and caring service
- Certification Preparation: Readiness for certification exams
Program Outcomes:
- Critical Thinking: Addressing patient care and challenges
- Professional Competence: Practitioner proficiency
- Certification Eligibility: Preparation for certification exams
- Comprehensive Preparation: Readiness for medical assisting roles
For more details, refer to the program guide on the ECPI University website.
Key Skills Taught:
- Clinical and Administrative Functions: Tasks in medical settings
- Medical Terminology: Effective use of medical terms
- Phlebotomy and Laboratory Procedures: Techniques and procedures
- Patient Care: Competent and caring service
- Certification Preparation: Readiness for certification exams
Program Outcomes:
- Critical Thinking: Addressing patient care and challenges
- Professional Competence: Practitioner proficiency
- Certification Eligibility: Preparation for certification exams
- Comprehensive Preparation: Readiness for medical assisting roles
For more details, refer to the program guide on the ECPI University website.
Program Highlights
Graduate Outcomes
The School of Health Science, Medical Careers Institute, at ECPI University offers a range of programs in health sciences, including Master's, Bachelor's, and Associate's degrees in Nursing, as well as other health-related fields.
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