Clinical Medical Assistant

Please explore our Flexible Health opportunities or the Practical Nursing (LPN) program 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).

At A Glance

Open To

High School Students

Campus

Rockwell

Total Hours Required

480 Hours

Length

  • Part-time: 1 school year
  • A typical school year includes 9 months of instruction.  Program length may vary based on progress rate and/or summer school attendance.

Times

Monday-Friday 7:55-11:00 AM and 12:30 PM-3:35 PM

Part-time students enroll in either the AM or PM session.

Full-time students enroll in both sessions.

Student Resources

Canvas: Parent Observer Guide

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

Employment & Outcomes

Salary Range

$9.00 - $15.00

per hour

Pass Rate

New Major

Pass Rate

Employment Opportunities

Graduates of this program are qualified to work for:

Hospitals and Long-Term Care facilities, Healthcare Provider Offices

Pre-Nursing

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