The Medical Assistant Programs at UAF CTC equip students with a range of skills essential for success in health care.
Skills Taught:
- Administrative Skills: Covering medical office reception, billing, reimbursement, and office management
- Clinical Skills: Including clinical procedures, medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
- Communication: Developing effective communication skills for healthcare settings
- Practical Experience: Incorporating a 180-hour practicum in a local medical healthcare facility
- Medical Scribe Training: Offering courses for a medical scribe certificate
Program Features:
- Hands-On Clinical Training: Provided in diverse healthcare settings
- Small Class Sizes: Ensuring personalized one-on-one training
- Accreditation: Nationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
Career Opportunities:
- Medical Practice Support: Training for assisting physicians, managing front office tasks, and performing clinical duties in healthcare settings
For further details, contact UAF Community & Technical College at 907-455-2800 or uaf-ctc@alaska.edu.
About University of Alaska Fairbanks Community & Technical College
The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) Community & Technical College (CTC) is a part of the University of Alaska Fairbanks and offers more than 50 one-year certificate and two-year associate degree programs in high-demand career fields.