About
Medical Assistant AAS Program - Central Arizona College
Unlock your potential in the healthcare field with Central Arizona College's Medical Assistant AAS program. This comprehensive program is designed to equip you with the essential skills and practical experience needed to thrive as a medical assistant. With an impressive 89% student retention rate and a 61% job placement rate over a five-year average, the program stands as a testament to its effectiveness in preparing students for successful careers. You'll gain hands-on experience through 180 hours of supervised clinical practice and be prepared to excel in certification exams, ensuring you're job-ready upon graduation.
Program Details:
- Cost: 17282 USD
- Duration: 64 weeks
- Schedule: In-person with 180 hours of practical clinical experience under physician supervision.
- Prerequisites: High school diploma or GED, apply for admission to the program with the medical assisting program director.
- Accreditations: CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs)
- Career Outcomes: 61% job placement rate over a five-year average, prepares students for certification exams, enhancing readiness for employment.
Organization
Central Arizona College - Superstition Mtn Campus*
Central Arizona College is a college serving the Superstition Mtn Campus in Apache Junction, Arizona. Its occupational offerings include Accounting|Associate of Applied Science (AAS), Cyber Security|Associate of Applied Science (AAS), Networking Administration|Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Medical Assistant, and Software Development AAS. Academic areas also include business and professional industries, nursing, health and emergency careers, computer technology, engineering and math, industrial technology, and skilled trades. The college provides university-transfer information, guided pathways, workforce training, and community and continuing education. Its continuing-education offerings include online career training programs, while the academic structure includes divisions and programs, areas of interest, class scheduling, and a college catalog.