About
Medical Assisting at Emily Griffith Technical College in Denver, Colorado, trains students for administrative and clinical medical assistant duties, including maintaining patient records, coding insurance forms, taking medical histories, preparing laboratory specimens, and taking vital signs. The certificate program includes a 180-hour clinical internship in a medical setting and prepares students for the Medical Assistant National Examination. It is delivered in person at the Main Campus, with a primary full-time pathway running about 11 months; a part-time pathway runs longer. Admission requires applicants to be at least 18 years old, hold a high school diploma or GED, pass a criminal background check and drug test, and provide proof of required vaccinations.
At a glance
- Format: In person
- Next start: 1/5/27
- Financial aid: available (per the school's page)
Organization
Emily Griffith Technical College
Emily Griffith Technical College is a public, postsecondary and adult education institution in Denver, Colorado, and the adult education arm of Denver Public Schools. Its occupational training includes Automotive Service Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant, Cosmetology, Dental Assistant, HVAC, and Medical Assistant programs. The college also offers training in practical nursing, network administration, welding, and other career fields. Founded in 1916, it was established to provide educational opportunities for all who wish to learn. Its offerings include Career and Technical Education certificate programs, apprenticeships, concurrent enrollment opportunities for high school students, English Language Acquisition, Adult High School Diploma+, and Continuing Education courses. The college describes its career and technical programs as having a hands-on learning focus and connects education with real-world opportunities.