The program focuses on key skills essential for success in health care settings:
Key Skills:
- Medical Terminology: Mastery of health care vocabulary for effective communication
- Clinical Procedures: Hands-on training in vital signs, examinations, and lab tests
- Administrative Duties: Understanding of scheduling, record management, and insurance billing
The program length for the City Colleges of Chicago - Malcolm X - Medical Assisting Program
- Semester-by-Semester Program Plan for Full-Time Students: 31 Credit Hours (3 semesters)
- Semester-by-Semester Program Plan for Part-Time Students: 31 Credit Hours (4 semesters)
Malcolm X College is a community college in Chicago, Illinois, with a primary focus on providing accessible, affordable, and exceptional education in the healthcare field.
It is affiliated with the City Colleges of Chicago and offers a diverse range of healthcare-related programs, including associate degrees, certificate programs, and specialized courses.
The school is situated near the Illinois Medical District and has a strong partnership with Rush University Medical Center, which helps in curriculum development, teaching, and job placement for students.
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