Medical Assisting

Medical assistants are likely the first and last faces you see during any medical appointment, either in your doctors' offices or at a larger medical organization. The job is a mix of traditional office work—like manning the front desk, answering phones, and filing insurance forms—as well as hands-on tasks including checking vital signs, drawing blood, sterilizing surgical equipment, and making sure medical histories are accurately recorded.
Embedded Credit: Transition English Language Arts for Seniors
This program can be completed in two years (1080 clock hours).
Class starts in August each year.
First year: Monday-Friday 7:25 AM-10:15 AM
Second year: Monday-Friday 11:15 AM-2:15 PM
Required Courses:
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Foundations of Health Science
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Advanced Principles of Health Science
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Medical Assistant Laboratory and Diagnostic Procedures
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Medical Assistant Clinical
Elective Courses:
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Medical Terminology
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Body Structures and Functions
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ECG/Phlebotomy
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Health Science Clinical Experience
Certifications:
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Certificate in Medical Assisting and Advanced Medical Preparedness
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First Aid
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CPR
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OSHA 10 Healthcare
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NOCTI
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Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (National Association for Health Professionals)
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Dual Credit New River Community and Technical College
Sample Job Titles
Certified Medical Assistant, Doctor's Assistant, Medical Office Assistant