Medical Assistant Program - Cabarrus College of Health Sciences

The Medical Assistant program at Cabarrus College of Health Sciences is designed to equip aspiring healthcare professionals with the hands-on clinical experience and advanced knowledge needed for strong job opportunities in a rapidly growing field. Offering flexible scheduling options, including a hybrid modality, and preferred access to Atrium Health's clinical sites and technology, this program transforms students into competent and sought-after medical assistants, ready to contribute effectively to patient care and clinic operations.

Program Details:

• Cost: 15111 USD
• Duration: 11 months (one-year diploma option), also offers a two-year associate degree
• Schedule: Flexible scheduling with hybrid modality (online and on-campus components), including full-time or part-time schedules with weekend and evening options. Features weekly hands-on clinical practice.
• Prerequisites: Official transcript showing successful completion of high school or college level courses in algebra, geometry, biology, and/or chemistry with a grade of c (2.0) or higher; minimum SAT critical reading score of 430, minimum SAT math score of 380, minimum ACT composite score of 18; verification of required immunizations including varicella (2 doses or positive titer), flu vaccine (annual), and two-step TB skin test or 1 QuantiFERON test; evidence of health insurance coverage.
• Accreditations: Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
• Career Outcomes: Prepares students for strong job opportunities in a rapidly growing healthcare field. Offers a forgivable loan program for students who work at Atrium Health.