A.A.S. Degree in Medical Assisting
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.
Earnings and debt data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Key Skills Taught:
- Administrative tasks like scheduling appointments, processing insurance accounts, and billing
- Clinical duties including assisting with examinations, performing routine laboratory procedures, electrocardiography, and supervised medication administration
- Instruction in ethical and legal issues in patient care
Program Features:
- CAAHEP-accredited program enabling graduates to take the American Association of Medical Assistants' Certification Examination
- Career opportunities in physicians' offices, health maintenance organizations, health departments, and hospitals
- Emphasis on safety standards with First Aid/CPR certification, immunizations, and training on bloodborne pathogens
- 100% job placement rate for 2020 graduates
- Re-entry requirements involve a meeting with the Program Director and repeating courses completed over 3 years ago
For registration and enrollment details, consult the College Catalog or reach out to Martin Community College.
Martin Community College (MCC) is a comprehensive educational institution located in Williamston, North Carolina.
MCC offers a range of programs, including associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates of proficiency, and is committed to a student-centered approach. The College Career Technical Education (CTE) program allows high school juniors and seniors to enroll in college courses without tuition fees and accelerate completion of college certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees that lead to college transfer or entry-level job skills. MCC is dedicated to providing a seamless transition for high school students to college, aligning with the North Carolina K-12 public-schools curriculum and "career and college ready" standards adopted by the North Carolina State Board of Education.
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