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The Medical Assisting Program teaches you the skills you need to play a supporting role in the healthcare industry as a medical assistant! Common medical assistant duties include assisting with EKGs and x-rays, preparing the patient for physical exams, assisting the physician with minor surgical procedures, and sterilizing instruments. In some work settings, the medical assistant is expected to effectively handle administrative office procedures such as billing, coding, scheduling, insurance claims, and electronic record keeping. The Medical Assisting Program at Delta Tech (DTC) is taught by instructors with real-world experience in the medical field. Medical assistant classes at DTC include a combination of hands-on lab instruction and classroom training. The Medical Assisting Program concludes with an externship that gives you in-the-field experience in a medical facility such as physician’s office, chiropractor’s office, or podiatrist’s office or clinic.

Financial aid

Financial aid may be available for those who qualify.

Organization

Delta Technical College - Ridgeland

Midwest Technical Institute-Ridgeland, nestled at 113 Marketridge Drive in Ridgeland, Mississippi, stands as a private, for-profit technical college dedicated to offering a range of diploma and degree programs tailored to the medical and allied health fields. Despite most information being focused on their Illinois and Missouri campuses, this Ridgeland branch provides specialized programs such as dental assisting, medical billing and coding, pharmacy technician training, and surgical technology. The Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), ensuring the quality and credibility of its educational offerings.

The campus is strategically positioned in a suburban area, allowing students to experience a blend of professional focus and community engagement. Although the student population is small, with recent estimates suggesting student numbers between 687 and 946, the college emphasizes hands-on training to equip students with the practical skills needed for immediate employment post-graduation. Despite discrepancies in online data regarding student outcomes, the institution continues to participate in federally funded financial aid programs, supporting accessibility and educational advancement for its students.

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