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.

Career Opportunities:

Medical Assistants are the only allied health professionals specifically trained to work in ambulatory settings, such as physicians’ offices, clinics, and group practices.  These multi-skilled personnel can perform administrative and clinical procedures.  Physicians value this unique versatility more and more, as managed care compels them to contain costs and manage human resources efficiently. 

Medical Assisting continues to be one of the fastest growing occupations in healthcare.  According to the 2012-2013 US 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.

Medical Assistants have a great amount of variety in their jobs and are cross-trained to perform many administrative and clinical duties.

Certification Information:

Student Learning Outcomes:

Career Pathway:

Medical Assistant Degree

Competencies:

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Program Essential Functions:

Life Experience Credit:

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Accreditation:

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