Medical Assistant ATS Degree
Limited Enrollment Program
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Although some of the basic information is generally the same for both Medical Assisting Certificate (one year) and the Medical Assistant (ATS) Degree (two year). The Medical Assistant (ATS) Degree gives the student a broader knowledge base and earns them an Associate of Technical Studies Degree. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, "The earnings of medical assistants vary, depending on their experience, skill level, and location." Students who have completed the MA Certificate Program might find it advantageous to continue on and complete the MA Degree.
Communication is a key component in the health care equation, but sometimes physicians and patients experience a gap. Medical Assistants, allied health professionals who perform a wide range of clinical and administrative duties, often serve as a critical bridge in the communication process between health care professionals and the general public. |
Medical Assisting Mission Statement: |
To provide Medical Assisting students with the learning environment to become professional and competent MAs in the healthcare setting.
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Career Opportunities: |
Medical Assisting continues to be one of the fastest growing occupations in healthcare. According to the 2012-2013 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook the Medical Assisting field has a 31% growth outlook through 2020, which is faster than average for all occupations. The growth of the Baby Boomer population will continue to spur demand for preventive medical services which are often provided by physicians. |
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Certification Information: |
Students who complete MTC’s Medical Assistant Associate of Technical Studies major are eligible to sit for the certification exam offered by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA, 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 1575, Chicago, IL 60606, 312-899-1500, www.aama-ntl.org). The credential awarded upon successful completion of the exam is the CMA (Certified Medical Assistant). Convicted felons or individuals pleading guilty to a felony are not eligible to sit for the Medical Assisting certification exam unless the Certifying Board (CB) grants a waiver based on accepted mitigating circumstances.
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MTC offers a three-term (full time) certificate program in Medical Assisting. To see what graduates of this training will be ready to do once accepted into program click on the above link:
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The student must master the following competencies to successfully complete the Medical Assistant Program click on above link:
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These functions are defined as graduate-level competencies for the entry-level employee. Click on the link above for a list of Essential Functions.
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To view information about Life Experience Credit click here.
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Accreditation: |
The Marion Technical College Medical Assisting Program at Marion Technical College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs [CAAHEP, 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, FL 33756, 727-210-2350, www.CAAHEP.org],upon the recommendation of Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB).
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To apply for acceptance into the Medical Assistant ATS degree program, click on the link above for requirements.
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| To get started in this Medical Sciences Program, contact the MTC Office of Admissions for an appointment, by e-mail at enroll@mtc.edu or by phone at 740-389-4636, extension 334. |
