Medical Assistant Certificate Program
The College of Health Care Professions
Houston, Texas
Certificate
Hybrid
Program Details
Program Length
36 weeks (about 9 months)
Program Cost
$17,400
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
Annual
Monthly
Median Debt
Total
Month
Source
Earnings and debt data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Source
The Medical Assistant Certificate Program at CHCP provides comprehensive training in key skills essential for a career in health care. Students learn a variety of topics ranging from study skills and medical terminology to clinical procedures and medical office management. The program features blended learning options, credit transfer opportunities, hands-on training, and a focus on career advancement.
Key Skills Taught:
- Master Student/Study Skills
- HIPAA / OSHA / Infection Control
- Anatomy, Physiology, and Medical Terminology
- Clinical Procedures
- Medical Office Procedures/Management
- Medical Insurance and Managing Medical Records
- Medical Law and Ethics
- Electronic Health Records
Program Features:
- Blended Learning Options for flexibility
- Credit Transfer to Health and Medical Administrative Services Associate Degree Program
- 36-week program at various Texas campus locations
- Hands-On Training in clinical and administrative skills
- Preparation for Career Advancement into management roles and further opportunities
Key Skills Taught:
- Master Student/Study Skills
- HIPAA / OSHA / Infection Control
- Anatomy, Physiology, and Medical Terminology
- Clinical Procedures
- Medical Office Procedures/Management
- Medical Insurance and Managing Medical Records
- Medical Law and Ethics
- Electronic Health Records
Program Features:
- Blended Learning Options for flexibility
- Credit Transfer to Health and Medical Administrative Services Associate Degree Program
- 36-week program at various Texas campus locations
- Hands-On Training in clinical and administrative skills
- Preparation for Career Advancement into management roles and further opportunities
Program Highlights
Graduate Outcomes
The College of Health Care Professions (CHCP) is an accredited Texas-based career college that provides students with innovative health care career training.
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