Medical Assisting Associate
ECPI University, the School of Health Science, Medical Careers Institute
North Charleston, South Carolina
Associate
In Person
Program Details
Program Length
15 months
Program Cost
$7,848 per semester
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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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Students in the Medical Assisting program learn a range of clinical and administrative functions, medical terminology, phlebotomy, 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 like Human Anatomy & Physiology, College Composition, and Introduction to Psychology. The program comprises 1,170 contact hours and offers online course options.
Key Skills Taught:
- Clinical and Administrative Functions
- Medical Terminology
- Phlebotomy and Laboratory Procedures
- Patient Care
- Certification Preparation
Program Outcomes:
- Critical Thinking
- Professional Competence
- Certification Eligibility
- Comprehensive Preparation
For more information, the program guide is available for download on the ECPI University website.
Key Skills Taught:
- Clinical and Administrative Functions
- Medical Terminology
- Phlebotomy and Laboratory Procedures
- Patient Care
- Certification Preparation
Program Outcomes:
- Critical Thinking
- Professional Competence
- Certification Eligibility
- Comprehensive Preparation
For more information, the program guide is available for download 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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