About
Medical Assistant Program - Arizona Western College
Embark on a transformative journey with Arizona Western College's Medical Assistant program, meticulously designed to equip you with comprehensive front and back office skills essential for direct employment in dynamic medical practice settings. This in-person program emphasizes hands-on laboratory and externship experiences, ensuring you gain practical, real-world application in a medical office. Prepare to excel and confidently sit for the national credentialing exam, positioning yourself for a successful career in healthcare with a program focused on direct employment outcomes and practical proficiency.
Program Details:
- Cost: 4723 USD (for in-state students, includes tuition, fees, textbooks, and program requirements)
- Duration: 34 weeks
- Schedule: In-person with hands-on laboratory and externship experiences
- Prerequisites: MAT 121 or approved higher level math
- Accreditations: No specific programmatic accreditations found (College is institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission)
- Career Outcomes: Prepares students for direct employment in a medical practice setting and for the national credentialing exam.
Organization
Arizona Western College - Parker Learning Center
Arizona Western College
Arizona Western College, headquartered in Yuma, AZ, is a public higher education institution offering over 170 degrees and certificates across academic, career, and technical fields. The college is supported by approximately 762 employees dedicated to community education and student success through academic planning, health and wellness, and library services. The institution uniquely supports the Yuma and La Paz communities, emphasizing transforming lives through education and partnerships to create thriving communities.
Highlights:
- KAWC news team recently won journalism awards from the Public Media Journalists Association for their work in 2024
- Offers comprehensive Phlebotomy Technician program with both theory and hands-on instruction
- Phlebotomy program includes skill development in various blood collection methods
- Phlebotomy program prepares students to take the National Healthcareer Association certification exam
- Supports Yuma and La Paz communities with over 170 degrees and certificates across various programs