The Medical Assistant program at Stepful offers an online pathway for individuals aiming to become certified medical assistants. This program prepares students to obtain their Certified Clinical Medical Assistant certification from the National Healthcareer Association and equips them to perform various front office and patient care duties.
Program Duration: 4 months
Curriculum Overview:
- Weeks 1-4: Focus on foundational healthcare knowledge and basic sciences, including healthcare systems, medical terminology, and anatomy and physiology.
- Weeks 5-8: Study clinical patient care essentials such as infection control, phlebotomy, EKG, and patient care coordination.
- Weeks 9-13: Gain understanding of administrative responsibilities, medical law and ethics, and customer service skills.
- Weeks 14-17: Prepare for the national certification exam, collaborate with a dedicated career coach, and seek externship and job placement opportunities.
A notable feature of the Stepful program is the provision of a dedicated career coach for each student. This coach assists in securing an in-person externship to practice skills, refine resumes, and facilitate job searches. In addition, if a student does not secure a full-time position within six months of certification, a full tuition refund is available.
The program length is 4 months.
Stepful is an innovative education platform focused on training individuals for healthcare careers. It offers fast-track programs to prepare students for in-demand roles such as medical assistants and phlebotomists.
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