Medical Assistant Program
Ridgewater College
Willmar, Minnesota
Diploma
In Person
Program Details
Program Length
2 years
Program Cost
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The Medical Assistant Program at Ridgewater College equips students with a range of clinical, laboratory, and administrative skills essential for a successful career in health care.
Skills Taught:
- Clinical Skills:
- Vital signs
- Injections and supply sterilization
- Patient positioning and procedure assistance
- Assisting in minor office surgery
- Laboratory Skills:
- Phlebotomy and microscopy
- CLIA Waived testing
- Specimen collection
- Electrocardiogram (ECG) recording
- Administrative Skills:
- Appointment scheduling
- Insurance claims
- Medical coding and records
- Medical records management
Ridgewater College's program provides hands-on experiences through practicum and partnerships, preparing students for the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) national certification examination. Graduates are skilled in assisting with exams, treatments, medical histories, diagnostic tests, and more.
Skills Taught:
- Clinical Skills:
- Vital signs
- Injections and supply sterilization
- Patient positioning and procedure assistance
- Assisting in minor office surgery
- Laboratory Skills:
- Phlebotomy and microscopy
- CLIA Waived testing
- Specimen collection
- Electrocardiogram (ECG) recording
- Administrative Skills:
- Appointment scheduling
- Insurance claims
- Medical coding and records
- Medical records management
Ridgewater College's program provides hands-on experiences through practicum and partnerships, preparing students for the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) national certification examination. Graduates are skilled in assisting with exams, treatments, medical histories, diagnostic tests, and more.
Program Highlights
Graduate Outcomes
Ridgewater College, located in Willmar, Minnesota, is a community and technical college offering a range of associate degree programs and certificates. As part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, it provides education in various fields such as health care, agriculture, manufacturing, and the liberal arts. The college focuses on preparing students for the workforce or further education, emphasizing both technical skills and academic excellence.
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