We are taking applications for November start dates. The program length is 16 weeks.

How is our program different? We are intentionally small. We only take 8 students at a time so you can get the support you need. We are nurses and nursing instructors and are experienced in teaching adults. Subsequently, we know the importance of hands-on learning and incorporate hands-on from the 1st week. We have manikins and supplies for you to practice with and your instructors are also your preceptors in clinical. 

Medical Assistant Program

The small structured program, supportive experienced instructors, and Hybrid learning with part in-person classroom and part online. Options to attend in person on Wednesdays or Saturdays. On-site skills training and clinicals starting from Day 1. Integration of what was learned at home with weekly classroom follow-up.

Objectives of the program

Medical assistants (MAs) are critical members of healthcare teams in a variety of medical settings. As an MA, you are often the first and last person a patient interacts with, making a lasting impact on the patient experience. MAs are flexible, performing a variety of tasks such as:

• • Taking patient vital signs
  • Assisting providers with exams and procedures
  • Administering injections or medications
  • Performing EKG, phlebotomy and other essential laboratory procedures
  • Checking patients in and out upon arrival and departure
  • Answering phone calls and questions
  • Updating and maintaining electronic health records (EHR)
  • Learn the skills necessary to function as a member of the healthcare team in an ambulatory setting.
  • Know the standards for ethical behavior, therapeutic communication, and protecting the privacy of patient information
  • Understand the importance of a first impression and a safe office environment
  • Summarize the HIPAA Privacy Rule and HIPAA Security Rule
  • Demonstrate basic medical terminology knowledge
  • Discuss government and private insurance
  • Demonstrate how to write a chief complaint and obtain a patient history
  • Discuss the importance of medical and surgical asepsis