Medical Assistant
North-West College-San Diego
San Diego, California
Diploma
In Person
Program Details
Program Length
40 weeks (about 10 months)
Program Cost
$18,491
total
Sources
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.
Cost Source
Program length is the expected time to complete all requirements based on full-time enrollment.
Program Source
Financial Outcomes
Median Earnings
Annual
Monthly
Median Debt
Total
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Earnings and debt data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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The Medical Assistant Program equips students with a range of skills in both administrative and clinical tasks, preparing them for diverse roles in health care settings.
Key Skills Taught:
- Administrative Tasks:
- Scheduling patient appointments
- Maintaining patient records
- Handling medical instruments and supplies
- Medical insurance and coding
- Effective communication
- Office procedures
- Clinical Tasks:
- Measuring vital signs
- Administering medications and injections
- Preparing specimens for testing
- Performing EKGs
- Assisting in examinations
- Lab procedures
- Career Preparation:
- Internship workshops
- CPR Certification
- Career readiness workshops
- New student orientation
Notable Features:
- Clinical Externship: 144-hour externship for practical experience
- Accessibility Support: Screen-reader guide and feedback
- Career Opportunities: Employment in various health care settings
- Certification Preparation: Training for CMA exam
- Interactive Learning: Hands-on experience with health care professionals
- Career Guidance: Seminar for foundational skills and career paths
- Industry-Relevant Curriculum: Covers medical terminology, pharmacology, billing, lab techniques, and more.
Key Skills Taught:
- Administrative Tasks:
- Scheduling patient appointments
- Maintaining patient records
- Handling medical instruments and supplies
- Medical insurance and coding
- Effective communication
- Office procedures
- Clinical Tasks:
- Measuring vital signs
- Administering medications and injections
- Preparing specimens for testing
- Performing EKGs
- Assisting in examinations
- Lab procedures
- Career Preparation:
- Internship workshops
- CPR Certification
- Career readiness workshops
- New student orientation
Notable Features:
- Clinical Externship: 144-hour externship for practical experience
- Accessibility Support: Screen-reader guide and feedback
- Career Opportunities: Employment in various health care settings
- Certification Preparation: Training for CMA exam
- Interactive Learning: Hands-on experience with health care professionals
- Career Guidance: Seminar for foundational skills and career paths
- Industry-Relevant Curriculum: Covers medical terminology, pharmacology, billing, lab techniques, and more.
Program Highlights
Graduate Outcomes
North-West College-San Diego, located in San Diego, California, offers career-focused education in healthcare fields. The institution provides programs in areas such as medical assisting, dental assisting, and pharmacy technology, designed to equip students with practical skills for employment in the healthcare industry.
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