Medical Assisting Technician

Students in the program are trained in a range of skills, including administrative tasks like patient support and office management, clinical responsibilities such as taking vital signs and administering medications, and gain practical experience through an internship in a healthcare setting.

Skills Taught:
- Administrative Tasks: Supporting, scheduling, and communicating with patients, handling billing, and managing office tasks
- Clinical Responsibilities: Taking vital signs, explaining procedures, performing lab work, administering medications
- Internship Experience: Practical training in a real healthcare setting under supervision

Features Offered:
- Certifications: Preparation for exams like NRCMA and NRCPT, and CPR certification
- Job Placement: High rates, with 88% for Pittsburgh campus and 100% for Erie campus
- Job Outlook: Projected growth in field with 154,900 new jobs by 2028
- Class Size: Small, with an average of 25 or fewer students
- Program Flexibility: On-campus format with an optional online component for flexibility