Medical Assistant
Ross College
Johnson City, Tennessee
Diploma
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 provides students with a diverse skill set crucial for success in health care:
Skills Taught:
- Clinical Skills: Basic human anatomy, physiology, disease processes, medical terminology, first aid, and examination assistance.
- Administrative Skills: Medical charting, filing, word processing, computer information, customer service, and office procedures.
- Externship Experience: A six-week externship for practical application of knowledge in real-life settings.
Additional Features:
- Certification Preparation: Emphasis on Registered Medical Assistant certification exam.
- Flexible Course Structure: Six modules can be completed in any order for personalized learning.
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers medical office procedures, terminology, anatomy, administration of medicine, and professional communication.
Upon program completion, students are equipped to work effectively in diverse health care settings and contribute to patient care and administrative tasks.
Skills Taught:
- Clinical Skills: Basic human anatomy, physiology, disease processes, medical terminology, first aid, and examination assistance.
- Administrative Skills: Medical charting, filing, word processing, computer information, customer service, and office procedures.
- Externship Experience: A six-week externship for practical application of knowledge in real-life settings.
Additional Features:
- Certification Preparation: Emphasis on Registered Medical Assistant certification exam.
- Flexible Course Structure: Six modules can be completed in any order for personalized learning.
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers medical office procedures, terminology, anatomy, administration of medicine, and professional communication.
Upon program completion, students are equipped to work effectively in diverse health care settings and contribute to patient care and administrative tasks.
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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