Medical Assistant Program
Hawaii Pacific Health-Straub Clinic & Hospital
Honolulu, Hawaii
Certificate
Hybrid
Program Details
Program Length
one year (about 12 months)
Program Cost
$6,817
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 Assistant Program at Hawaii Pacific Health equips students with essential skills in anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, administrative and clinical medical assisting, time management, and communication skills.
Key Skills Taught:
- Anatomy and Physiology: Human body structure and function
- Medical Terminology: Language used in healthcare
- Administrative Medical Assisting: Office management skills
- Clinical Medical Assisting: Hands-on patient care
- Time Management: Balancing program requirements
- Communication Skills: Vital for patient interaction and teamwork
Program Features:
- Real-World Experience: Simulates clinical scenarios
- Externships: 225 hours of hands-on training
- National Certification: Priority for employment at HPH
- No Tuition Costs: Offered to high school seniors at no expense
- Path to Employment: Entry into healthcare field with job opportunities
- Supportive Learning Environment: Fosters responsibility, maturity, and leadership skills
Key Skills Taught:
- Anatomy and Physiology: Human body structure and function
- Medical Terminology: Language used in healthcare
- Administrative Medical Assisting: Office management skills
- Clinical Medical Assisting: Hands-on patient care
- Time Management: Balancing program requirements
- Communication Skills: Vital for patient interaction and teamwork
Program Features:
- Real-World Experience: Simulates clinical scenarios
- Externships: 225 hours of hands-on training
- National Certification: Priority for employment at HPH
- No Tuition Costs: Offered to high school seniors at no expense
- Path to Employment: Entry into healthcare field with job opportunities
- Supportive Learning Environment: Fosters responsibility, maturity, and leadership skills
Program Highlights
Graduate Outcomes
Straub Clinic & Hospital, an affiliate of Hawaii Pacific Health, is a fully integrated not-for-profit health care provider located in Honolulu.
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