ECPI University, the School of Health Science, Medical Careers Institute Medical Assisting Associate Greenville, South Carolina

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.

The Medical Assistant Program at ECPI University's School of Health Science, Medical Careers Institute, has a tuition structure based on the number of credits taken per semester. Full-time students taking 12-18 credits are charged a flat rate of $7,848 per semester. Students taking less than full-time, or 0-11.5 credits, are charged at a rate of $654 per credit. For those taking an overload of credits, or 19+ credits, there is an additional charge of $436 per credit on top of the full-time tuition cost. Please note, programs offered at the Northern Virginia campus incur an additional fee of $240 per semester.