About
Medical Assisting Certificate Program
Daytona State College's Medical Assisting Certificate program is designed to transform aspiring healthcare professionals into skilled clinical and administrative medical assistants. With comprehensive training that covers medical terminology, anatomy, pharmacology, and patient care, this hybrid program offers the flexibility to learn while preparing you for a rewarding career. Boasting an impressive 83% pass rate on the national certification exam, graduates are exceptionally well-prepared to enter the dynamic healthcare field, making a tangible difference in patient lives and clinic efficiency from day one.
Program Details:
- Cost: 3563 USD
- Duration: 9 months
- Schedule: Hybrid
- Prerequisites: high school diploma or equivalent, cpr certification, completed physical examination, background check, immunizations, drug screening
- Accreditations: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
- Career Outcomes: Graduates are prepared for roles involving medical terminology, anatomy, pharmacology, coding, billing, patient intake, diagnostic tests, medication administration, specimen collection, electronic health records, insurance, and scheduling.
Organization
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Daytona State College
Daytona State College, located in Daytona Beach, FL, is a public higher education institution offering over 100 certificate, associate, and baccalaureate degree programs. Serving approximately 25,000 students annually across seven campuses, the college emphasizes student success, diversity, and innovation, playing a vital role in Central Florida's economic development. It provides access to a range of flexible programs from community enrichment to baccalaureate degrees, fostering innovation to enhance teaching and learning.
Highlights:
- Recognized for one of the nation's best online bachelor's programs for 12 consecutive years
- Tuition less than half the national average with no increases for 10 years
- Offers dozens of career programs completable in 1, 2, or 4 years
- Strong emphasis on student success, excellence, and diversity
- Nationally recognized for academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement