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
The Hawaii Pacific Health Medical Assistant Program at the Straub Clinic & Hospital offers a comprehensive curriculum for aspiring health care professionals. The program cost, which covers tuition, is $6,817. This cost does not include any additional fees or expenses that may be incurred throughout the course of the program. Please note that this cost is subject to change and it's recommended to verify the current tuition with the program's administration.
The program length for the Hawaii Pacific Health Medical Assistant Program is one year in duration, including a fall, spring, and summer semester. Classes take place during the student's senior year of high school. Additionally, students complete a 225-hour externship during the summer after completing high school.
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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Hybrid