Ross College Medical Assistant Lafayette, Indiana

The Medical Assistant program at Ross Education Center provides students with a well-rounded skill set crucial for success in health care.

Skills Taught:
- Clinical Skills: Basic human anatomy, disease processes, medical terminology, first aid, and examination assistance
- Administrative Skills: Medical charting, filing, word processing, customer service, and office procedures
- Externship Experience: Six-week real-world externship for practical application of knowledge

Additional Features:
- Certification Preparation: Support for taking the Registered Medical Assistant exam
- Flexible Course Structure: Six modules can be completed in any order
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers medical office procedures, terminology, anatomy, medicine administration, and professional growth

Upon program completion, students are equipped to work effectively in diverse health care environments, contributing to patient care and administrative tasks.

The Medical Assistant Diploma Program at Ross College has a tuition fee of $15,990. In addition to tuition, there is a tech fee of $307. Students should also budget for books, supplies, course materials, and equipment. Living expenses vary depending on whether the student lives with a parent ($4,275) or off-campus ($7,650). Personal expenses also vary, with costs estimated at $5,193 for students living with a parent and $4,093 for those living independently. Transportation expenses are estimated at $1,584. The combined total cost of the program, including tuition and all expenses, is $27,349 for students living with a parent and $30,724 for those living off-campus.