Medical Assistant

CIP Code

51.0801 – Competency Records

Possible Careers

  • Medical Assistants
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • EKG Technicians
  • Phlebotomist
  • Physician Assistant
  • Registered Nurse
  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Receptionists & Information Clerks
  • Occupational Therapist
  • Physical Therapist
  • Pharmacist
  • Certified Emergency Medical Technician
  • Radiology Technologist
  • Physician
  • Laboratory Technologist

Potential Certifications

  • CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant)
  • CET (Certified EKG Technician)
  • OSHA – Healthcare
  • Blood Borne Pathogen
  • AHA First Aid
  • AHA BLS CPR
Scheidler

Instructors: Mrs. Scheidler

Program Overview

Medical Assistants work in the offices of physicians, podiatrists, urgent care center, chiropractors, and other health practitioners. They assist doctors and physicians, take patient history, assist with procedures, manage online medical records, measure vital signs, give injections, schedule appointments and administer laboratory tests. In addition to obtaining a Medical Assistant certification, this program offers the hands on skills that prepare students to pursue careers in medicine, nursing and other allied health professions.