Medical Assisting Certificate Program

Medical Assisting Certificate Program

Classes Start March 11th

Our online Medical Assisting Program is designed to provide administrative and clinical skills needed to assist patients and providers.

The online Medical Assisting Program from The College of Health Care Professions is designed to help prepare students to become medical assistants. Medical assistants perform administrative and certain clinical tasks in healthcare settings. A medical assistant certificate is a great choice if you know you want to get into the medical field but are unsure of which specialty most interests you. With this career path, you will be versatile enough to work in both the front office as well as in a hands-on capacity with patients. This online program is designed to help provide you with the foundational knowledge you need for a career in healthcare, and it is a great starting point for a healthcare career. CHCP’s online Medical Assisting Certificate Program is designed to help prepare you to enter the workforce as a knowledgeable and skilled medical assistant.

 

Program Details

Program Length

Online: 48 weeks

Available Locations

Online
Courses
Module IModule IIModule IIIModule IVModule VModule VI

Intro to Medical Assisting

MACP 113

Prepare for the role of a medical assistant as an allied health professional in the field of healthcare. Develop interpersonal and interprofessional skills to effectively communicate in diverse settings (based on the fundamentals of human behavior). Establish a strong foundation for the laws and ethics that affect medical assisting responsibilities. Prerequisite: None

Lecture45hr.
Laboratory0hr.
Externship0hr.
Total Hours45hr.
Credits3 

A&P w/ Medical Terminology

MACP 214

Learn the language of medical terminology alongside anatomy and physiology of the human body. Acquire the skills to construct, deconstruct and apply medical terms to accurately communicate in the field of healthcare and within medical specialties. Study the structures and functions of the human body (cells, tissues, organs, and systems) addressing diseases, disorders, and diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Prerequisite: None

Lecture45hr.
Laboratory0hr.
Externship0hr.
Total Hours45hr.
Credits3 

MA General Practices

MACP 303

Examine the clinical environment of general practice settings and related clinical procedures. Develop skills to assist with general physical examinations considering safety and proper operation and care of medical instruments. Explore education strategies to instruct patients on diet, nutrition, and specimen collection procedures. Prerequisite: MACP 113, MACP 214

Lecture45hr.
Laboratory15hr.
Externship0hr.
Total Hours60hr.
Credits3.5 

MA General Clinical Skills

MACP 403

Acclimate to the clinical environment found in general practice settings through a skills-based learning experience. Participate in simulated laboratory sessions to master general clinical skills and procedures. Demonstrate mastery of these skills and procedures under the supervision of a clinical professional in a hands-on laboratory session. Prerequisite: MACP 113 & MACP 214, Prerequisite/Corequisite: MACP 303

Lecture15hr.
Laboratory60hr.
Externship0hr.
Total Hours75hr.
Credits3 

MA Front Office & Insurance Procedures

MACP 223

Explore administrative functions of the front office in general practice settings. Perform procedures to ensure the office operates smoothly and efficiently on a daily basis. Practice effective interpersonal skills to support patients as they navigate the medical office with a spotlight on professionalism and related laws and regulations. Prerequisite: MACP 113, MACP 214

Lecture45hr.
Laboratory15hr.
Externship0hr.
Total Hours60hr.
Credits3.5 

Pharmacology, Med Admin, & Phlebotomy

MACP 413

Analyze procedures related to pharmacology, medication administration, and phlebotomy. Study the principles of prescriptions, dosage calculations, and phlebotomy techniques including patient education. Perform phlebotomy and medication administration procedures in hands-on laboratory simulations. Prerequisite: MACP 113, MACP 214

Lecture30hr.
Laboratory30hr.
Externship0hr.
Total Hours60hr.
Credits3 

MA Advanced Practices

MACP 323

Strengthen concepts and fundamentals of the clinical environment in various settings pertaining to medical assisting procedures. Develop skills to assist in general and specialty settings considering safety and proper operation and care of medical instruments. Apply education techniques that address patient needs/concerns when performing general/specialty procedures. Prerequisite: MACP 113, MACP 214, MACP 303, MACP 403

Lecture45hr.
Laboratory15hr.
Externship0hr.
Total Hours60hr.
Credits3.5 

MA Advanced Clinical Skills

MACP 423

Acclimate to advanced clinical environments through a skills-based learning experience. Participate in simulated laboratory sessions to master advanced clinical skills and procedures. Demonstrate mastery of these skills and procedures under the supervision of a clinical professional in a hands-on laboratory session. Prerequisite: MACP 113, MACP 214, MACP 303, MACP 403, Prerequisite/Corequisite: MACP 323, MACP 413

Lecture15hr.
Laboratory60hr.
Externship0hr.
Total Hours75hr.
Credits3 

MA Capstone Practices

MACP 333

Build upon concepts and fundamentals of the clinical environment in various settings pertaining to medical assisting procedures. Develop skills to assist in advanced and emergency settings considering safety and proper operation and care of medical instruments. Execute high-level critical thinking applications in diverse patient scenarios utilizing real-life externship simulations. Prerequisite: MOD I, II, III, IV

Lecture45hr.
Laboratory0hr.
Externship30hr.
Total Hours75hr.
Credits3.5 

MA Capstone Clinical Skills

MACP 433

Acclimate to advanced and emergency clinical environments through a skills-based learning experience. Participate in simulated laboratory sessions to master advanced and emergency clinical skills and procedures. Demonstrate mastery of these skills and procedures under the supervision of a clinical professional in a hands-on laboratory session. Prerequisite: MOD I, II, III, IV

Lecture15hr.
Laboratory60hr.
Externshiphr.
Total Hours76hr.
Credits3 

Cert Prep for Medical Assisting

MACP 502

Prepare for certification, registration, and career opportunities in medical assisting. Apply general, administrative and clinical medical assisting knowledge to successfully pass your certification exam. Prerequisite: MOD I, II, III, IV, V

Lecture30hr.
Laboratory0hr.
Externship0hr.
Total Hours30hr.
Credits2 

MA Clinical Externship

MACP 503

Acquire professional hands-on experience in the field at an approved externship site under supervision of a site coordinator. Apply general, administrative and clinical medical assisting knowledge to succeed in your clinical externship. Prerequisite: MOD I, II, III, IV, V

Lecture5hr.
Laboratory0hr.
Externship150hr.
Total Hours155hr.
Credits3 

What Skills Will I Learn in the Medical Assisting Program?

CHCP's online Medical Assisting Program is designed to help you become proficient in the skills necessary to be a quality medical assistant. Some of the skills emphasized in our program include:

  • EKGs
  • Injections
  • Phlebotomy
  • Routine examinations
  • Patient history obtaining and recording
  • Vital sign recording
  • Medical law and ethics
  • Insurance, billing, and managing medical records
  • Human relations and patient interaction
  • Professionalism

The Medical Assistant Certificate emphasizes versatility and the ability to perform in a front-of-office role as well as complete certain back-of-office tasks.

Certification Information

The College of Health Care Professions helps to prepare you for certification from the necessary credentialing agencies in medical assisting. Upon graduation, you'll be more than ready to take the Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant Exam through the National Association of Health Professionals. This certification cost is included in your tuition.

The College of Health Care Professions also offers the Medical Assisting Program on-campus. 

What Career Options Are Available for Medical Assistants?

Medical assistants work in many different healthcare settings, including:

  • Private Physician Office
  • Group Medical Practice
  • General Medical Hospital
  • Surgical Hospital
  • Long-term Medical Care Facilities
  • Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly
  • Clinical Laboratory

 

 

Career Outlook

The career of medical assisting has grown substantially, and it’s projected to continue growing over the next decade. From 2021-2031, it’s expected to grow by 16%, which is much higher than the average growth for all other occupations. The growth is believed to be caused by the aging baby boomer population. As the generation gets older, they’ll need more medical care, and physicians will have to hire more medical assistants to assist with the workload. To receive up-to-date information on medical assistant salary, employment, and job outlook, visit the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Is There Room for Further Advancement?

A Medical Assistant Certificate opens the door for future career opportunities in the medical field. Our online program provides educational training in the foundational medical knowledge necessary for branching out into a variety of specialties. Consider what interests you most and where you think you will be happiest when selecting further career advancement. You can decide to advance in the clinical sector or you can advance in medical administration. Here are some paths to consider:

Clinical Paths and Specialties

  • Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
  • Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
  • Podiatry
  • Cardiology
  • Ophthalmology
  • Chiropractic
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Pediatrics

Administrative Career Advancements

  • Medical Coding and Billing
  • Medical & Health Services Manager
  • Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Would you like more information on enrolling?

If so, simply fill out the form. Someone will be in contact soon to provide you with more information on how you can take the first step toward your new career.

Start Your Application

How Do I Enroll?

If you are ready to enroll in our Online Medical Assisting program, you must first have the following requirements:

  • Possess a high school diploma or GED
  • Pass the Scholastic Level Exam (admissions test) with a minimum score of 13
  • Be able to read and write in English
  • Demonstrate professionalism and organizational skills

If you’re ready to take the first step toward your new career as a medical assistant, fill out the form! One of our counselors will contact you with more information!

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