ECPI University, the School of Health Science, Medical Careers Institute Medical Assisting Associate Manassas, Virginia

Students in the medical assisting program at ECPI University learn a range of clinical and administrative functions for medical settings, including mastering medical terminology, phlebotomy, laboratory procedures, patient care, and preparation for certification exams. The curriculum covers topics such as Medical Terminology, Medical Coding & Billing, Pharmacology, Ethics, Phlebotomy, Pathophysiology, and Medical Office Procedures, alongside general education courses in Human Anatomy & Physiology, College Composition, and Introduction to Psychology. The program offers 1,170 contact hours and includes online course options.

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Key Skills Taught:

• Clinical and Administrative Functions
• Medical Terminology
• Phlebotomy and Laboratory Procedures
• Patient Care
• Certification Preparation

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Program Outcomes:

• Critical Thinking
• Professional Competence
• Certification Eligibility
• Comprehensive Preparation

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For more information, the program guide is available for download on the ECPI University website.

The program length for the Medical Assisting Associate program at ECPI University is 15 months.

The School of Health Science, Medical Careers Institute, at ECPI University offers a range of programs in health sciences, including Master's, Bachelor's, and Associate's degrees in Nursing, as well as other health-related fields.