Program Description
A Medical/Clinical Assistant is a vital healthcare professional who performs both administrative and clinical tasks to support medical practitioners and ensure smooth operation of healthcare facilities. They handle patient scheduling, medical record management, and billing, while also assisting with clinical duties such as taking vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, collecting specimens, and administering basic treatments. Their versatile role helps maintain efficient patient care and contributes to the overall health and well-being of patients.
Career Outlook
Employment opportunities for Medical/Clinical Assistants are expected to grow faster than average, reflecting increased demand for healthcare services in outpatient and ambulatory care settings. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in this field is projected to grow significantly over the next decade, creating consistent job openings in physicians’ offices, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. This role offers strong entry-level employment potential and provides a foundation for advancement into nursing, healthcare administration, and other allied health professions. Career placement locations cans include:
● Hospitals
● Long-term care facilities
● Rehabilitation centers
● Dialysis centers
● Doctor’s offices and clinics
Program Outcomes
Graduates will be job-ready for positions as Patient Care Technicians, with certifications in CNA and CMA, and foundational skills in EKG, phlebotomy, and direct patient care.
Certificate Course Requirements
Course Requirements
| MCA 101 | Foundations of Healthcare | 4 |
| MCA 105 | Nursing Assistant Training/Lab | 5 |
| MCA 110 | Medication Aid Essentials/Lab | 5 |
| MCA 115 | Pharmacology for Medication Assistants | 3 |
| MCA 120 | Medical Office Administration and Patient Services | 3 |
| BIOL 115 | Human Structure & Function | 4 |
| BOTE 171 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| HIT 281 | Medical Law & Ethics | 3 |
| HPER 210 | First Aid/CPR | 2 |
Medical/Clinical Assistant Certificate Pathway
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Program of Study Year
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Semester One - Nursing Assistant
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Semester Two - Medication Aid
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| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits
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Course # |
Course Title |
Credits
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| MCA 101 |
Foundations of Healthcare |
4
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HIT 281 |
Medial Law & Ethics |
3
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| MCA 105 |
Nursing Assistant Training/Lab |
5
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HPER 210 |
First Aid/CPR |
2
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| BIOL 115 |
Human Structure & Function |
4
|
MCA 110 |
Medication Aid Essentials/Lab |
5
|
| BOTE 171 |
Medical Terminology |
3
|
MCA 115 |
Pharmacology for Medication Assistants |
3
|
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MCA 120 |
Medical Office Administration & Patient Services |
3
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Total Credits |
16
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Total Credits |
16
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