Medical Assisting Diploma
ECPI University, the School of Health Science, Medical Careers Institute
Charlotte, North Carolina
Diploma
In Person
Program Details
Program Length
11 months
Program Cost
$7,848 to $20,056
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
Source
Earnings and debt data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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The Medical Assisting Diploma Program focuses on equipping students with essential clinical and administrative skills required in health care settings. Students are prepared for certification exams and gain real-world experience through externships.
Key Skills Taught:
1. Clinical Competency: Learn to provide contemporary care, recognizing individual differences and promoting caring behavior in the health care community.
2. Administrative Skills: Develop competence in clinical and administrative procedures for the medical office.
3. Certification Preparation: Eligible to sit for the Certified Medical Assistant Exam offered through AAMA and/or the RMA exam by AMT.
Program Features:
- Duration: 11-month diploma program with 46 total credits.
- Externship: Includes a 5-week externship to gain practical experience.
- Certification Prep: Prepares for certifications in Phlebotomy, EKG, and more.
- Potential Careers: Graduates can pursue roles like Medical Assistant, Phlebotomist, or EKG Technician in clinics, physicians’ offices, and health care settings.
Key Skills Taught:
1. Clinical Competency: Learn to provide contemporary care, recognizing individual differences and promoting caring behavior in the health care community.
2. Administrative Skills: Develop competence in clinical and administrative procedures for the medical office.
3. Certification Preparation: Eligible to sit for the Certified Medical Assistant Exam offered through AAMA and/or the RMA exam by AMT.
Program Features:
- Duration: 11-month diploma program with 46 total credits.
- Externship: Includes a 5-week externship to gain practical experience.
- Certification Prep: Prepares for certifications in Phlebotomy, EKG, and more.
- Potential Careers: Graduates can pursue roles like Medical Assistant, Phlebotomist, or EKG Technician in clinics, physicians’ offices, and health care settings.
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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