About
Cochise College Medical Assistant Program
Embark on a rewarding healthcare career with Cochise College's Medical Assistant program. This comprehensive certificate program equips you with essential clinical and administrative skills, preparing you for immediate entry-level employment in diverse medical settings. Gain hands-on experience through vital signs training, ECG assistance, medication administration, and a valuable externship. Our in-person program emphasizes practical application and prepares you to become a vital asset in any medical practice, transforming your passion for helping others into a tangible, in-demand profession.
Program Details:
- Cost: 3112 USD
- Duration: 2 semesters
- Schedule: In-person, full-time (recommended courses each semester)
- Prerequisites: Complete medical assistant application, meet with a program advisor, be 18 years of age upon completion of course
- Accreditations: Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
- Career Outcomes: Prepares students for entry-level employment in medical practice settings with training in routine administrative duties and clinical skills.
Organization
Cochise College
Cochise College
Cochise College provides accessible education across multiple campuses and centers in Southern Arizona, empowering students and enriching communities. The college offers diverse programs, including workforce development, cybersecurity, nursing, and aviation, fostering social responsibility, community engagement, and lifelong learning to build strong foundations for academic and professional success.
Highlights:
- Recognized as one of the top 150 colleges in the nation
- Offers accessible education across multiple campuses in Southern Arizona
- Diverse programs including workforce development, cybersecurity, nursing, and aviation
- Mission is to empower students and enrich communities through social responsibility, community engagement, meaningful careers, and lifelong learning