Medical Assistant Certificate
Harper College
Palatine, Illinois
Certificate
In Person
Program Details
Program Length
36 credits (about 12 months)
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.
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
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Earnings and debt data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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The Medical Assistant Certificate Program at Harper College equips students with essential skills in patient care coordination, communication, administrative tasks, and more, preparing them for roles in health care settings.
Program Skills Taught:
- Patient Care Coordination
- Communication
- Administrative Tasks
- Confidentiality
- Billing and Coding
- Specimen Handling
- Procedure Assistance
- Ethical Practice
- Patient Education
- Equipment Maintenance
- Computer Skills
- Clinical Competencies
- Certification Preparation
Program Features:
- Stackable Credits for potential progression to a Health Care Office Manager AAS degree
- Accreditation by CAAHEP, enabling eligibility for the national certification exam by AAMA
- Professional Certification as Certified Medical Assistants (CMA-AAMA)
- Flexible Schedule with part-time enrollment and evening courses
- Learning Outcomes detailing acquired skills and knowledge
- Student Achievement Data including retention, exam pass rate, and job placement statistics
- Externship offering a 160-hour supervised experience in a health care facility
- Resources for information on related programs, career paths, and next steps for prospective students.
Program Skills Taught:
- Patient Care Coordination
- Communication
- Administrative Tasks
- Confidentiality
- Billing and Coding
- Specimen Handling
- Procedure Assistance
- Ethical Practice
- Patient Education
- Equipment Maintenance
- Computer Skills
- Clinical Competencies
- Certification Preparation
Program Features:
- Stackable Credits for potential progression to a Health Care Office Manager AAS degree
- Accreditation by CAAHEP, enabling eligibility for the national certification exam by AAMA
- Professional Certification as Certified Medical Assistants (CMA-AAMA)
- Flexible Schedule with part-time enrollment and evening courses
- Learning Outcomes detailing acquired skills and knowledge
- Student Achievement Data including retention, exam pass rate, and job placement statistics
- Externship offering a 160-hour supervised experience in a health care facility
- Resources for information on related programs, career paths, and next steps for prospective students.
Program Highlights
Graduate Outcomes
Harper College is a premier community college located in the northwest suburbs of Chicago. It serves approximately 26,500 students annually and offers a diverse range of academic programs, including more than 100 career and transfer programs.
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