Clinical Medical Assistant Program
This 300-hour program is designed to prepare the student to become a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant. Preparation includes classroom/online instruction, supervised laboratory training, and an externship as per the syllabus from the National Health Career Association (NHA), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), and/or California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants (CCBMA).
Theory classes and laboratory sessions may be held in the classroom/online setting, and externship hours may be at a coordinated externship site.
Admission Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must possess a valid California ID and Social Security Number
- Must have High School Graduation, GED, or higher educational qualification (Optional)
- Physical exam and Negative TB skin tests or negative chest X-Ray result
- Must pass the fingerprinting and complete the live scan
- Basic Computer and Mathematics Knowledge & Skills (can be challenged)
- Proof of Professional Liability Insurance and Personal Medical Insurance
Duration: 300 Hours (160 Hours Theory & 140 Hours coordinated externship)
Program: Day Program: Monday & Wednesday (6:00 pm – 9:00 pm)
Externship: Coordinated
Method of Instruction: Classroom/Online/Hybrid, Laboratory, and Medical Facility
Fees: $2500 ($200 Non-Refundable Registration Plus $2300 Tuition)
Other Expenses (For student’s information only): Personal expenses, Books, Uniforms, and other accessories
Graduation Requirements:
- Successful completion of 300 hours of training as per the College’s curriculum
- Adult and Pediatric CPR, AED First Aid, or Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
Certification: Upon completing the program, the students acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to help a licensed physician in a medical office. The students may receive a certificate of completion from College. Testing will be conducted by the National Health Career Association (NHA) and National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Also, Students may be eligible for testing conducted by the California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants (CCBMA). Students who complete the testing may receive a National Health Career Association, California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants, and/or National Center for Competency Testing Certificate.
Possible Occupation: Medical Assistant specialized in the Clinical side
Upcoming Programs (Please contact the office for registration)
(Class may start early if the number of students meet the requirement. Please contact the office asap.)
Occupational Outlook – Certified Clinical Medical Assistants