Medical Assisting
Gaston College
Dallas, North Carolina
Diploma
In Person
Program Details
Program Length
Not specified
Program Cost
Not available
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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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Financial Outcomes
Median Earnings
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Median Debt
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Earnings and debt data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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The Medical Assisting Program at Gaston College focuses on teaching essential skills for working in medical settings, providing patient care, mastering medical procedures, developing office procedures expertise, and preparing for certification exams. Students are eligible to sit for the American Association of Medical Assistants’ Certification Examination to become Certified Medical Assistants.
Key Skills Taught:
- Clinical and Administrative Skills: Effective work in medical settings
- Patient Care: Providing quality care through knowledge and organizational training
- Medical Procedures: Mastering tasks like minor surgery and vaccinations
- Office Procedures: Developing computer, communication, and patient education skills
- Certification Preparation: Eligibility for the Certified Medical Assistant exam
Program Features Offered:
- Immediate Impact: Direct contribution to patient care
- Career Advancement: Opportunity for an associate degree with 20 extra credit hours
- Certification: Graduates can become Certified Medical Assistants
- Personalized Support: Contact Lead Instructor Melody Gibson for program-specific queries.
Key Skills Taught:
- Clinical and Administrative Skills: Effective work in medical settings
- Patient Care: Providing quality care through knowledge and organizational training
- Medical Procedures: Mastering tasks like minor surgery and vaccinations
- Office Procedures: Developing computer, communication, and patient education skills
- Certification Preparation: Eligibility for the Certified Medical Assistant exam
Program Features Offered:
- Immediate Impact: Direct contribution to patient care
- Career Advancement: Opportunity for an associate degree with 20 extra credit hours
- Certification: Graduates can become Certified Medical Assistants
- Personalized Support: Contact Lead Instructor Melody Gibson for program-specific queries.
Program Highlights
Graduate Outcomes
Gaston College, located in Dallas, North Carolina, is a public community college that offers a range of academic and vocational programs. The institution provides associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates, catering to the diverse educational needs of its students. Known for its commitment to accessible learning, Gaston College serves as a key educational resource in the region.
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