The Medical Assisting/Medical Laboratory Assistant Program equips students with a diverse set of skills essential for both administrative and clinical roles in health care. The program focuses on developing administrative abilities, clinical proficiency, interpersonal communication, professionalism, and technical competence.
Key Skills Taught:
- Administrative Abilities: Updating patient records, coding insurance forms, and scheduling appointments
- Clinical Proficiency: Taking medical histories, preparing patients for exams, and collecting laboratory specimens
- Interpersonal Communication: Effective communication with patients and addressing their concerns
- Professionalism: Adhering to legal and ethical boundaries in health care
- Technical Competence: Using Electronic Medical Records (EMR/EHR) systems for documenting patient information
Program Features:
- Accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
- Career Prospects in various medical specialties, outpatient care facilities, and physician offices
- Practical Experience through a clinical practicum in physician’s offices
- Certification as Certified Medical Assistants for enhanced employability
- Specialization Options with a focus on Medical Laboratory Assistant certificate within the Medical Assistant Diploma
Key Skills Taught:
- Administrative Abilities: Updating patient records, coding insurance forms, and scheduling appointments
- Clinical Proficiency: Taking medical histories, preparing patients for exams, and collecting laboratory specimens
- Interpersonal Communication: Effective communication with patients and addressing their concerns
- Professionalism: Adhering to legal and ethical boundaries in health care
- Technical Competence: Using Electronic Medical Records (EMR/EHR) systems for documenting patient information
Program Features:
- Accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
- Career Prospects in various medical specialties, outpatient care facilities, and physician offices
- Practical Experience through a clinical practicum in physician’s offices
- Certification as Certified Medical Assistants for enhanced employability
- Specialization Options with a focus on Medical Laboratory Assistant certificate within the Medical Assistant Diploma
The program length for the Medical Assisting diploma program at South Piedmont Community College is two semesters.
South Piedmont Community College, located in Polkton, North Carolina, offers a range of academic programs, including associate degrees, diplomas and certificates. As part of the North Carolina Community College System, it provides education and training to support local workforce development. The college serves a diverse student body with opportunities for both traditional and non-traditional learners.
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2 semesters (about 8 months)
Hybrid
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Diploma
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Program Length
Delivery Method
2 semesters (about 8 months)
Hybrid