Medical Assistant
Ross College
Portage, Michigan
Certificate
In Person
Program Details
Program Length
30 weeks (about 7.5 months)
Program Cost
$15,990
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
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Monthly
Median Debt
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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 at Ross Education Center equips students with a diverse set of skills essential for success in health care:
Key Skills Taught:
- Clinical Skills: Basic human anatomy and physiology, disease processes, medical terminology, first aid, and assisting with examinations
- Administrative Skills: Medical charting, filing, word processing, computer information, customer service, and routine office procedures
- Externship Experience: Six-week externship for real-world application of knowledge
Additional Features Offered:
- Certification Preparation: Support for taking the Registered Medical Assistant certification exam
- Flexible Course Structure: Six modules can be completed in any order
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers medical office procedures, medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, medicine administration, and professional growth
Upon completion, students are ready for roles in health care settings, contributing to patient care and administrative tasks effectively.
Key Skills Taught:
- Clinical Skills: Basic human anatomy and physiology, disease processes, medical terminology, first aid, and assisting with examinations
- Administrative Skills: Medical charting, filing, word processing, computer information, customer service, and routine office procedures
- Externship Experience: Six-week externship for real-world application of knowledge
Additional Features Offered:
- Certification Preparation: Support for taking the Registered Medical Assistant certification exam
- Flexible Course Structure: Six modules can be completed in any order
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers medical office procedures, medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, medicine administration, and professional growth
Upon completion, students are ready for roles in health care settings, contributing to patient care and administrative tasks effectively.
Program Highlights
Graduate Outcomes
Ross College is a health care education institution that offers training programs in various health care disciplines, including Medical Assistant, Medical Insurance Billing and Office Administration, Dental Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Veterinary Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Nursing, Practical Nursing, Veterinary Technology, and Business Management.
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