Washington County Career Center MEDICAL ASSISTANT Marietta, Ohio

The Medical Assistant program emphasizes key skills such as Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, Pharmacology, Vital Signs, Blood Borne Pathogens, Microbiology, Safety & Emergency Practices, Universal Precautions, Phlebotomy/Injections, and EKG. The program offers accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs and provides hands-on training in both entry-level and advanced medical assistant competencies. Graduates can pursue positions as Medical Assistants, handling dual roles in administrative and clinical duties in ambulatory settings.

The program length for the Medical Assistant Certificate Program is 12 months (900 hours).

The Washington County Career Center is a local educational institution that serves students from the six partner high schools in the county, including Belpre City Schools.