The Medical Assisting Associate Program focuses on equipping students with essential clinical and administrative skills for medical settings. The program includes didactic classroom instruction, hands-on laboratory experience, an externship at a local medical facility, and CPR certification.
Key Skills Taught:
- Clinical and administrative functions in medical settings
- Didactic classroom instruction
- Hands-on laboratory experience
- Externship in a local medical facility
- CPR certification
Program Outcomes:
- Demonstrate self-direction and accountability for personal and professional growth
- Develop critical thinking skills for patient care and adapting to healthcare challenges
- Provide competent and caring healthcare services
- Perform clinical and administrative procedures in medical offices
- Eligible for Certified Medical Assistant and Registered Medical Assistant exams
- Comprehensive preparation for a successful career in medical assisting
The program length for the Medical Assisting Associate program 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.
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