Medical Assistant Program
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.
Program length is the expected time to complete all requirements based on full-time enrollment.
Key Skills Taught:
- Clinical Duties: Performing diagnostic procedures, assisting in examinations, and medication administration
- Administrative Duties: Scheduling appointments, managing records, and financial tasks
- Medical Terminology: Learning medical vocabulary for anatomy, pathology, and clinical settings
- Specialized Medical Procedures: Assisting in ophthalmology, dermatology, pediatrics, and surgeries
Program Features:
- Hands-On Learning: Externship for practical clinical experience
- Career Preparation: Guidance on job search, resume writing, interview skills, and certification exam readiness
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Topics include anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, diagnostics, and administrative tasks
Additional Information:
- Certification: Preparation for optional certification exams for medical assistants
- Admission Requirements: Must be 17+, have a high school diploma or GED, pass preadmission test, complete interview, show legal residency proof, and meet other enrollment criteria.
Homestead Schools, Inc. is a private non-profit post-secondary institution formed in 1991 and located in Torrance, California.
The school is dedicated to meeting the educational needs of professionals from various disciplines, including healthcare professionals.
Homestead Schools, Inc. offers a range of programs, including vocational nursing, medical assisting, nurse assisting, home health aide, and RN-BSN. The school is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) for these programs.
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