Medical Assisting
Learn hands-on skills and earn credentials in Francis Tuttle’s Medical Assisting Program. Options include Clinical Medical Assistant for high school students or Medical Office Specialist for adults.
*For adults interested in a fast-track clinical certification option, please visit our Flex Health offerings.
About this Program
Launch your career in healthcare with our Medical Assisting Program at Francis Tuttle Technology Center. This program prepares students with the hands-on skills and knowledge needed to thrive in one of the fastest-growing healthcare fields.
Students can choose from two majors, designed to meet different career and education goals:
Clinical Medical Assistant (High School Students Only)
High school students gain direct, real-world experience in clinical settings. This major focuses on patient care skills, medical terminology, vital signs, phlebotomy, and laboratory procedures. Graduates are well-prepared to support physicians and healthcare teams in clinics, hospitals, and other care facilities.Medical Office Specialist (Adults)
Adult learners build strong foundations in the administrative side of healthcare. Coursework includes medical coding, billing, electronic health records, insurance processing, and front-office operations. Graduates are equipped to work in medical offices, clinics, and healthcare systems, ensuring smooth patient flow and accurate record management.
With both paths, you’ll receive industry-focused training, supportive instruction, and opportunities to earn certifications that employers value. Whether you’re starting your journey in healthcare as a high school student or seeking a career change as an adult, our program provides the tools for success.
Medical Assisting Majors
Clinical Medical Assistant
About this Major
This major is only open to high school students. If you are an adult and are interested in medical billing and coding, please visit the Medical Office Specialist major. If you are an adult and interested in a clinical certification, please explore our Flexible Health opportunities for fast-track options.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the healthcare industry is exploding. Employment of healthcare occupations is projected to grow 14 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations, adding about 1.9 million new jobs. Healthcare occupations are projected to add more jobs than any other occupational group.
This high growth rate is driven by development of new technology and treatment modalities, aging of the population, increased healthcare spending, and the need to replace healthcare workers who retire or leave their jobs for other reasons. Growing demand for qualified healthcare workers means excellent employment opportunities for a wide variety of people. Most health support occupations require less than four years of college and many employers offer competitive wage and benefit packages including insurance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible hours to allow for continued education.
The Medical Assisting program is designed to prepare students to pursue a profession in medical assisting, as well as provide a foundation for students interested in pursuing another health-related field. By completing the certification in Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA), students become qualified to work in hospitals, clinics, medical offices, and long term care centers.
Licensure / Certifications
- CPR/First Aid
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Exam-$150
*One certification paid by Francis Tuttle (Additional, optional certifications are available at student expense).
Courses
- Prerequisite: Anatomy & Physiology Required 120 hours
- Clinical Procedures 150 hours
- Administrative Procedures 30 hours
- Medical Assistant Clinical Experience 135 hours
- Pharmacology 80 hours
- Phlebotomy 85 hours
Medical Office Specialist (Billing & Coding)
About this Major
*This major is only available at the Rockwell Campus. For adult students interested in fast-track clinical certifications, please visit the Flex Health page.
The Medical Office Specialist major is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in a medical, dental, or hospital office setting. This program specializes in administration, with an emphasis on the practice of various medical office skills. The student completes classroom work using a personal computer. Current skills for word processing and medical office procedures are practiced.
A Medical Billing and Coding Specialist will train on how a doctor's office or medical office operates. Specifically, students learn the process of medical insurance, patient billing, and coding that maintains organization of several important medical records. Medical coding is complex and requires training to master the classification system that is used by physicians, health insurance companies, and governments.
Licensures / Certifications
- Microsoft Office Specialist: MS Word
- National Health Career Association: Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS)
- Certified Billing & Coding Specialist (NHA)
*One certification paid by Francis Tuttle. Additional, optional certifications are available at student expense.
Courses
- Anatomy & Physiology 120 hours
- Healthcare Provider CPR & First Aid 15 hours
- Health Careers Core 225 hours
- Introduction to Medical Assisting 30 hours
- Medical Insurance & Coding 60 hours
- Medical Office Internship (Capstone) 30 hours
Tuition & Costs
Costs for High School Students
Tuition & Fees
- N/A
Licensure / Certifications
- Microsoft Office Specialist: MS Word
- National Health Career Association: Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS)
- Certified Billing & Coding Specialist (NHA)
Textbooks, Supplies, and Certifications (Estimated)
- One certification paid by Francis Tuttle
Total Estimated Costs for High School Students
No costCosts for In-State Adult Students
Costs for Out-of-State Adult Students
Program Highlights
