About
The Medical Assistant program at College of Western Idaho in Boise, Idaho, prepares students to support physicians and nurses through patient care, laboratory procedures, and medical office administration. The program leads to an Intermediate Technical Certificate or an Associate of Applied Science degree and prepares students for the Certified Medical Assistant credential. Instruction combines classroom learning with practical training in medical laboratories and clinical externships, with completion taking one to two years depending on the pathway. The Intermediate Technical Certificate is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board. The published admissions section directs students to review the Medical Assistant Student Requirements, but it does not identify a specific diploma, examination, immunization, or background-check requirement.
At a glance
- Format: Hybrid
- Leads to: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential
- Financial aid: available (per the school's page)
- Scholarships: available (per the school's page)
Organization
College of Western Idaho - Boise Campus
College of Western Idaho is an institution in Boise, Idaho, offering occupational training in Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Medical Assistant, Online Dental Assistant, Patient Care Technician, and Phlebotomy. Its workforce development offerings include certificate-based preparation for healthcare roles, with instruction covering patient care, foundational nursing skills, infection control, and practical experience. The Certified Nursing Assistant Preparation course combines theoretical instruction with hands-on skills training and also offers an online instruction option paired with in-person practice. The program prepares students for the Certified Nursing Assistant certification exam and has a minimum starting age of 16. College of Western Idaho also provides workforce development training in related areas, including medication assistance, hemodialysis technology, and pharmacy technology.