Medical Assistant
Gateway Technical College
Elkhorn, Wisconsin
Diploma
Hybrid
Program Details
Program Length
9 months
Program Cost
$5,716
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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The Medical Assistant program at Gateway Technical College focuses on equipping students with clinical, administrative, laboratory, medical knowledge, and professionalism skills necessary for success in health care settings.
Skills Taught:
- Clinical Skills: Basic examining room skills, vital signs, blood draw, injections, minor surgeries, patient preparation
- Administrative Skills: Office management, scheduling, record keeping, medical coding, inventory management
- Laboratory Procedures: Specimen collection, microbiology, urinalysis, phlebotomy, lab testing
- Medical Knowledge: Medical terminology, diseases, treatment, pharmacology
- Professionalism: Ethical behavior, confidentiality, legal aspects of medical records
Features Offered:
- Real-World Experience: 160 hours of clinic practicum
- Certification: Opportunity for American Medical Technologists RMA exam
- Technology Integration: EKG machines, venipuncture tools, lab test kits
- Flexible Learning: Hybrid format with online courses
- Career Pathway: Preparation for Certified Medical Assistant role or further education
Career Opportunities:
Upon program completion, students can pursue roles like Certified Medical Assistant, Medical Assistant, or other health care positions, supported by the acquired skills and knowledge.
Skills Taught:
- Clinical Skills: Basic examining room skills, vital signs, blood draw, injections, minor surgeries, patient preparation
- Administrative Skills: Office management, scheduling, record keeping, medical coding, inventory management
- Laboratory Procedures: Specimen collection, microbiology, urinalysis, phlebotomy, lab testing
- Medical Knowledge: Medical terminology, diseases, treatment, pharmacology
- Professionalism: Ethical behavior, confidentiality, legal aspects of medical records
Features Offered:
- Real-World Experience: 160 hours of clinic practicum
- Certification: Opportunity for American Medical Technologists RMA exam
- Technology Integration: EKG machines, venipuncture tools, lab test kits
- Flexible Learning: Hybrid format with online courses
- Career Pathway: Preparation for Certified Medical Assistant role or further education
Career Opportunities:
Upon program completion, students can pursue roles like Certified Medical Assistant, Medical Assistant, or other health care positions, supported by the acquired skills and knowledge.
Program Highlights
Graduate Outcomes
Gateway Technical College, located in Kenosha, Wisconsin, is a public institution offering a range of associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Focused on technical education and workforce development, the college serves students across multiple campuses in southeastern Wisconsin, providing programs in fields such as health care, information technology, and manufacturing.
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