Medical Assistant
Medical Career & Technical College
Richmond, Kentucky
Diploma
In Person
Program Details
Program Length
54 weeks (about 13.5 months)
Program Cost
$13,400
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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 Medical Career & Technical College offers a comprehensive curriculum with a focus on key skills and practical training. Here are the program features and skills taught:
Accreditations:
- Accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)
- Recognized by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
Certifications:
- Eligibility for CMA (Certified Medical Assistant) exam (AAMA) and RMA exam by the American Medical Technologist organization
- Opportunity to earn a phlebotomy certification
Class Modules:
- Subject-focused curriculum with classes scheduled for 2 days per week
- Key modules include Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Administration, Clinical Assistant, Medical Laboratory Procedures, and an externship
Skills Taught:
- Vital signs, patient rooming, drawing blood, laboratory procedures, EKGs, instrument sterilization, medication administration, patient education, billing, and coding
Job Opportunities:
- Graduates ready to assist in clinical and administrative tasks in medical offices
Support and Resources:
- Includes textbooks, certification exam costs, lifelong career support, and course tutoring
- Additional costs may include uniforms.
Accreditations:
- Accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)
- Recognized by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
Certifications:
- Eligibility for CMA (Certified Medical Assistant) exam (AAMA) and RMA exam by the American Medical Technologist organization
- Opportunity to earn a phlebotomy certification
Class Modules:
- Subject-focused curriculum with classes scheduled for 2 days per week
- Key modules include Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Administration, Clinical Assistant, Medical Laboratory Procedures, and an externship
Skills Taught:
- Vital signs, patient rooming, drawing blood, laboratory procedures, EKGs, instrument sterilization, medication administration, patient education, billing, and coding
Job Opportunities:
- Graduates ready to assist in clinical and administrative tasks in medical offices
Support and Resources:
- Includes textbooks, certification exam costs, lifelong career support, and course tutoring
- Additional costs may include uniforms.
Program Highlights
Graduate Outcomes
Medical Career & Technical College is a career and technical school located in Richmond, Kentucky, offering a range of programs in healthcare and technical fields.
The institution is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) and offers programs such as dental assisting, medical administration, medical massage therapy, practical nursing, and veterinary assistant.
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