About
Medical Assisting Program at City College of San Francisco
Embark on a rewarding career in healthcare with City College of San Francisco's Medical Assisting program. This comprehensive program provides a robust foundation in administrative, clinical, and laboratory procedures, including vital skills like phlebotomy, injections, and EKG operation. Graduates are equipped for diverse roles in healthcare settings, benefiting from instruction in anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, computer applications, and electronic health records. Our program combines in-person practical training with flexible online coursework, preparing you for success as a highly skilled medical assistant and offering pathways to a certificate or associate degree.
Program Details:
- Cost: 3312 USD (for California residents)
- Duration: 4 semesters
- Schedule: in-person, online (hybrid format with hands-on clinical training and online theoretical coursework)
- Prerequisites: completion of english 86 or 88 or higher placement, completion of esl 186 or higher placement, completion of math 30 or higher placement
- Accreditations: CAAHEP
- Career Outcomes: Unknown
Organization
City College Of San Francisco - John Adams Center
City College Of San Francisco is a public college with the John Adams Center in San Francisco, California. The center prepares students for occupational fields including Certified Nursing Assistant, Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) license, Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Phlebotomy, and Emergency Medical Technician. Its School of Health & Public Safety collaborates with health care and social service institutions to align student preparation with community needs. John Adams Center also supports education connected to fitness and fire science, while providing pathways for transfer to four-year institutions and preparation for entry-level positions. Programs and departments at the center include health care technology, licensed vocational nursing, radiologic technology, and registered nursing. The center’s offerings include both credit programs and noncredit programs, with academic resources and student services available on campus.