Medical Assistant
Waukesha County Technical College
Pewaukee, Wisconsin
Diploma
Hybrid
Program Details
Program Length
1 year
Program Cost
Not available
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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.
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Financial Outcomes
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Median Debt
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The program teaches key skills in administrative duties, clinical tasks, specialized procedures, and interpersonal communication essential in health care settings.
Key Skills Taught:
- Administrative Duties: Performing tasks in healthcare administration
- Clinical Duties: Conducting tests, administering medications, health history, and vital signs
- Specialized Tasks: Performing EKGs and other medical procedures
- Interpersonal Skills: Developing communication skills for collaboration
Program Features:
- Certification Preparation: Equips students for the American Association of Medical Assistants exam
- High Exam Passage Rate: Achieved a 93.7% pass rate for the CMA (AAMA) Exam in 2020
- Accreditation: Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
- Career Opportunities: Pathways to roles like Certified Medical Assistants, Lab Assistants, or Patient Care Assistants
- Technical Standards: Students must meet industry technical standards
- Financial Aid: Eligible for various financial aid options
- Clinical Site Compliance: Adherence to safety protocols at clinical sites
Key Skills Taught:
- Administrative Duties: Performing tasks in healthcare administration
- Clinical Duties: Conducting tests, administering medications, health history, and vital signs
- Specialized Tasks: Performing EKGs and other medical procedures
- Interpersonal Skills: Developing communication skills for collaboration
Program Features:
- Certification Preparation: Equips students for the American Association of Medical Assistants exam
- High Exam Passage Rate: Achieved a 93.7% pass rate for the CMA (AAMA) Exam in 2020
- Accreditation: Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
- Career Opportunities: Pathways to roles like Certified Medical Assistants, Lab Assistants, or Patient Care Assistants
- Technical Standards: Students must meet industry technical standards
- Financial Aid: Eligible for various financial aid options
- Clinical Site Compliance: Adherence to safety protocols at clinical sites
Program Highlights
Graduate Outcomes
Waukesha County Technical College, located in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, offers a range of associate degree, diploma, and certificate programs. The college emphasizes hands-on learning and technical skills development across various industries to prepare students for the workforce or further education.
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