Medical Assistant Program

The Medical Assistant Program at Treasure Valley Community College equips students with a range of skills in administrative functions, front office procedures, clinical aspects, medical knowledge, certifications, and practical skills. Graduates are prepared for the National Healthcareers Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam.

Key Skills Taught:
- Administrative Functions: Billing, coding, correspondence, insurance matters, and office accounts
- Front Office Procedures: Answering phones, scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, and collecting fees
- Clinical Aspects: Assisting physicians, preparing patients for exams, recording vital signs, administering medications, and collecting specimens
- Medical Knowledge: Basic anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, medical law, ethics, and patient psychology
- Certifications: Preparation for NHA CCMA exam
- Practical Skills: Vital checks, blood draws, injections, and basic laboratory terminology and procedures

Program Features:
- Flexible Schedule: Online classes with evening and weekend labs
- Limited Campus Visits: Most instruction online with minimal campus visits
- Compressed Schedule: Accelerated program structure
- High Graduate Satisfaction: 100% satisfaction and exam passage rates for recent graduates
- Externship Opportunities: Hands-on experience in an ambulatory care setting
- Instructor Support: Direct access to instructors for assistance

For more information, visit Treasure Valley Community College's website or contact the program coordinator.