Medical Assisting
Whatcom Community College
Bellingham, Washington
Certificate
Hybrid
Program Details
Program Length
90 credits (about 30 months)
Program Cost
$2,050 per quarter
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
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Source
Earnings and debt data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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The Medical Assisting Program at Whatcom Community College equips students with essential skills in health information technology and professionalism, aligning them with industry standards and preparing them for certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA).
Key Skills Taught:
- Health Information Technology: Training on electronic health/medical records and patient information security
- Professionalism Skills: Simulation scenarios to develop and enhance professionalism skills
Program Features:
- Certification Eligibility: Graduates can take the CMA exam
- Industry Alignment: Curriculum aligns with state and industry standards
- Accreditation: Program is accredited by CAAHEP
- Graduate Outcomes: High national exam passage rate and high satisfaction rate among graduates and employers
- Occupational Risks: Education on field risks like infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, and stress
For more details, visit the Whatcom Community College Medical Assisting Program page.
Key Skills Taught:
- Health Information Technology: Training on electronic health/medical records and patient information security
- Professionalism Skills: Simulation scenarios to develop and enhance professionalism skills
Program Features:
- Certification Eligibility: Graduates can take the CMA exam
- Industry Alignment: Curriculum aligns with state and industry standards
- Accreditation: Program is accredited by CAAHEP
- Graduate Outcomes: High national exam passage rate and high satisfaction rate among graduates and employers
- Occupational Risks: Education on field risks like infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, and stress
For more details, visit the Whatcom Community College Medical Assisting Program page.
Program Highlights
Graduate Outcomes
Whatcom Community College, located in Bellingham, Washington, offers a range of academic programs and vocational training to its students. The college focuses on providing accessible education, with options for associate degrees, certificates, and professional development. It also emphasizes student support services to enhance educational outcomes.
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