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Become a multi-skilled healthcare practitioner with our medical assistant certificate program! Medical assistants play a key role in both the business and clinical operations of healthcare settings, assisting physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors, and optometrists. The program combines clinical, administrative, and transdisciplinary knowledge and includes a non-paid externship experience with a licensed healthcare practitioner. Upon completion, students are eligible to sit for the RMA(AMT) exam, advancing toward a rewarding healthcare career.
At Jackson College, we offer a wide range of degrees and certificates designed to help you achieve your educational and career goals. The following options are available within this program.
Prepares students for entry-level medical assistant roles in clinical and administrative healthcare settings.
The Medical Assistant Certificate program at Jackson College prepares students for entry-level positions as medical assistants in various healthcare settings, including medical offices, clinics, hospitals, and other facilities. The curriculum covers clinical skills such as diagnostic and treatment procedures, as well as administrative skills like communication and business operations. Students will also gain transdisciplinary knowledge and skills through coursework. The program culminates in a non-paid externship experience with a licensed healthcare practitioner, providing hands-on training. Upon completion, students are eligible to sit for the RMA(AMT) exam.
Introduces students to the structure, meaning, and use of medical terms commonly used in healthcare settings.
Focuses on hands-on clinical skills including vital signs, patient prep, and assisting with medical exams.
Covers the structure and function of human body systems with a focus on how they relate to patient care.
Explores healthcare roles, communication, safety, infection control, and basic clinical responsibilities in medical settings.
Students who earn the Medical Assistant Certificate can pursue careers as medical assistants in medical offices, clinics, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities. Medical assistants are in high demand, with employment expected to grow much faster than average. This program provides the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in this field and prepares graduates for the RMA(AMT) certification exam.
Perform clinical tasks such as taking vitals, drawing blood, and assisting with exams.
Handle scheduling, medical records, billing, and patient communication in healthcare offices.
Support daily operations in a clinic by managing both patient care and office duties.
Assist patients and providers in ambulatory settings like urgent care or specialty clinics.
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Salary estimates are based on data from America’s Career InfoNet and the Occupational Outlook Handbook. Actual earnings vary by location, industry demand, business size, education, and experience. Check local job listings for the most accurate salary information.
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