South University Associate of Science in Medical Assisting Columbia, South Carolina

The program equips students with essential skills for medical assisting, emphasizing communication, medical knowledge, professionalism, administrative and clinical procedures, psychology principles, and ethics and law.

Key Skills Taught:
- Communication Skills
- Medical Knowledge
- Professionalism
- Administrative Procedures
- Clinical Procedures
- Psychology Principles
- Ethics and Law

Program Features:
- Competency-Based Education focusing on clinical and administrative competencies
- 160-hour supervised practicum at a local medical practice
- Technical Standards for physical and behavioral requirements
- Career Opportunities in Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Office Management, and Clinical Lab Assistant
- Program at South University's Columbia campus has had a 66.67% average pass rate on credentialing exams in the last 5 years

Note: Online program availability varies by state; consult an admissions representative for details.