About
Medical Assistant Program at Delta Technical College
Unlock your potential in the thriving healthcare industry with the Medical Assistant program at Delta Technical College. This accelerated, hands-on training program is meticulously designed to equip you with the essential clinical and administrative skills needed to secure an entry-level healthcare career in less than a year. Emphasizing practical application and comprehensive preparation, this program offers a unique opportunity to transform your aspirations into a rewarding profession, providing a competitive edge in a dynamic job market.
Program Details:
- Cost: 16345 USD
- Duration: 9 months (full-time)
- Schedule: In-person, with evening classes available. The program emphasizes hands-on training, lab instruction, and classroom learning.
- Prerequisites: high school diploma or GED
- Accreditations: ACCSC (Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges)
- Career Outcomes: Prepares students for entry-level employment in healthcare fields, including roles requiring clinical and administrative skills such as phlebotomy, patient preparation, physical exam assistance, office management, medical billing and coding, life span care, and medical ethics. A diploma is awarded upon completion.
Organization
Delta Technical College - Ridgeland
Delta Technical College
Delta Technical College, headquartered in Ridgeland, MS, is a public higher education institution specializing in vocational and technical training. It offers diverse hands-on programs in allied health, mechanical trades, truck driving, and cosmetology. The college's teaching approach emphasizes accelerated, practical skills development in labs that simulate real working environments, enabling students to gain entry-level employment quickly. Students benefit from flexible class schedules, employment preparation including necessary certifications, and career placement assistance for qualified graduates. Delta Technical College is nationally accredited by the ACCSC and approved by the U.S. Department of Education for federal financial aid participation.
Highlights:
- Hands-on training in labs that simulate real working environments
- Accelerated programs, often completed in less than a year
- Experienced instructors with real-world industry experience
- Flexible class schedules
- Employment preparation including necessary certifications
- Career placement assistance for qualified graduates
- Nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools & Colleges (ACCSC)
- Approved by the U.S. Department of Education for federal financial aid participation