The Medical Assisting Skills Certificate prepares students for entry-level roles in healthcare. The curriculum focuses on essential skills such as patient care, medical office procedures, basic laboratory techniques, and clinical tasks like taking vital signs and administering injections. Students gain hands-on experience through classroom training and practical labs. This certificate is ideal for individuals seeking to begin a career as a medical assistant in clinics, hospitals, or other healthcare settings. Applicants interested in this credential should apply to the Medical Assisting, AAS program.
PROGRAM DETAILS
Credentials: Certificate
Completion Time: 1-2 Semesters
Open to High School Students: Yes
Offered in Spanish: No
Campus Available:
100% Online
PROGRAM CONTACT
Upon completion of this certificate, students are not eligible to sit for the American Association of Medical Assistants’ Certification Examination. However, students that meet the admission requirements may apply to the Associate in Applied Science- Medical Assisting Program.
NOTE: This certificate has been identified as a pathway for high school students participating in the Career and College Promise initiative.