Iowa Central Community College Health Science Medical Assistant Program Fort Dodge, Iowa

The program length for the Medical Assistant Program at Iowa Central Community College is as follows:

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• Two semesters of theory and lab
• 30-day summer practicum

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The program begins in the fall and concludes in the summer. Students have the option to continue their education to obtain an AAS degree in Medical Assisting, which requires an additional 13 credit hours of required coursework and 6 credit hours of elective coursework beyond the diploma requirements.

Iowa Central Community College, located in Fort Dodge, Iowa, offers a variety of programs and degrees designed to prepare students for both immediate employment and further education. It serves a diverse student body with options for both on-campus and online learning, providing support services to enhance academic success.