Medical Assistant
Illinois Central College
Peoria, Illinois
Certificate
Hybrid
Program Details
Program Length
12 months
Program Cost
$4,160
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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.
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Program length is the expected time to complete all requirements based on full-time enrollment.
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The Medical Assistant Program at Illinois Central College equips students with essential skills to excel in health care settings, including taking patients' vitals, administering treatments, working in labs, and assisting providers in clinical and patient procedures.
Key Skills Taught:
- Taking patients' vitals
- Administering treatments
- Working in a lab
- Assisting providers in clinical and patient procedures
Program Features:
- Training in real medical environments with local health care employers
- Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
- Completion of an eight-week, 180-hour training at OSF and Carle Health
- Opportunity to pursue Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification through the CMA Exam
- Small class sizes for personalized attention
- High satisfaction among employers and graduates
- Pathway for graduates to further their education in nursing programs
Key Skills Taught:
- Taking patients' vitals
- Administering treatments
- Working in a lab
- Assisting providers in clinical and patient procedures
Program Features:
- Training in real medical environments with local health care employers
- Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
- Completion of an eight-week, 180-hour training at OSF and Carle Health
- Opportunity to pursue Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification through the CMA Exam
- Small class sizes for personalized attention
- High satisfaction among employers and graduates
- Pathway for graduates to further their education in nursing programs
Program Highlights
Graduate Outcomes
Illinois Central College, located in East Peoria, Illinois, is a public community college offering a variety of associate degree and certificate programs. The college serves a diverse student body, providing both academic and vocational training to prepare individuals for further education or entry into the workforce. With a commitment to accessible education, the institution supports student success through various support services and resources.
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