Medical Assisting

The Medical Assisting program is a dynamic opportunity for scholars to obtain skills in the healthcare industry.  Scholars will gain the knowledge and skills to read and interpret a patient’s medical history, perform vital signs, and assist a primary care provider directly during an examination. Scholars also develop advanced skills in anatomy & physiology, medical terminology, and caring for the whole person. The program also offers specific training in Medical Simulation in our Medical Lab.

Scholars are trained to give injections, perform venipuncture for labs, and conduct Electrocardiography testing. They are able to choose any desired specialty in medicine and focus on their chosen area of study. A graduate from the program possesses the necessary skills to be employed as a medical assistant. scholars also may decide to continue post-secondary education.