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Medical Clinical Assistant Program

Medical Clinical Assistant Program

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Program Overview

Our Medical Clinical Assistant program uses hands-on learning to help students prepare for entry-level healthcare careers in 13 to 15 months! Practice performing capillary sticks, updating and maintaining electronic health records (EHRs), taking medical histories and more. Enrollment is on a rolling basis and programs start every five to 10 weeks!
Externship opportunities are available for students in this program.
HybridAugusta, GA; Columbus, GA; Macon, GA
Award: Certificate
Length: 60 credits, 13 months
HybridChattanooga, TN; Tulsa, OK
Award: Diploma
Length: 60 credits, 13 months
HybridFayetteville, NC; Jacksonville, NC; Raleigh, NC
Award: Diploma
Length: 72 credits, 15 months

Skills You'll Cover in the medical clinical assistant Program

Students are exposed to common diagnostic procedures used in general and specialty healthcare offices.

Study medical terminology, medical abbreviations, bodily structures, functions, and common conditions/diseases.

Dig deeper into the administrative tasks performed in healthcare positions. Practice organizing assigned tasks and setting priorities as a member of a healthcare team.

Practice using computer software. In this course, students may study, practice, and improve computer skills to provide administrative support in an office or clinical setting.

Practice performing capillary sticks, microscopic examinations, safely obtaining samples, and following up with patients regarding their test results.

Examine commonly prescribed medications, medication terminology, effects and impact on the human body, and toxicity.

Practice preparing patients for exams and gain confidence supporting physicians before, during, and after patient examinations and treatments.

Explore the disease process and its impact on the human body. Practice educating patients on the disease process, prevention measures, and health maintenance.

What Can I Do After Successfully Completing This Program?

Graduates of our Medical Clinical Assistant program are well-versed in a variety of clinical and administrative skills. Some have found work* as entry-level:

*Miller-Motte College cannot guarantee employment or salary.

  • Medical Assistants
  • Administrative Medical Assistants
  • Medical Office Assistants

Take The First Step Toward Your Next Career by Enrolling in the Medical Clinical Assistant Program Today

When you enroll in the Medical Clinical Assistant program at Miller-Motte College, you’ll be taking the first step on the path towards your new career in the exciting and rewarding healthcare field. We’re ready to help you get an education for the future you want. If you are ready to take the next step on your new journey in vocational or skills-based education, Miller-Motte College is ready to help.