Pensacola State College Medical Assisting Pensacola, Florida

The program focuses on equipping students with a solid understanding of medical assisting principles, hands-on clinical skills, and cultivating professional behavior essential for the medical field.

Skills Taught:
- Cognitive Knowledge: Understanding medical assisting principles
- Psychomotor Skills: Clinical skills like taking vital signs and administering injections
- Affective Learning: Developing professional behavior and interpersonal skills

Program Features:
- Accreditation by CAAHEP and MAERB ensuring high standards
- Career Preparation for entry-level positions in medical facilities
- Job Placement with a 75% retention rate and 71.43% job placement rate
- Further Education opportunities for an Associate degree at Pensacola State College

Related Career Opportunities:
- Primary Employers: Physicians' offices, clinics, and hospitals
- Occupations: Administrative and clinical roles in healthcare
- Other Occupations: EKG Aide, Medical Office Receptionist, Pharmacy Technician

Beyond Graduation:
- Certification preferred by employers for national examination passers
- Career Paths include business office manager, clinical manager, or practice administrator
- Continued Education options for advanced degrees in health care fields