About
Essex County College Medical Assistant Program
Embark on a rewarding career in healthcare with Essex County College's Medical Assistant program. This comprehensive program blends theoretical knowledge with essential hands-on experience, equipping you with the clinical and administrative skills vital for success in today's medical field. Learn medical office procedures, phlebotomy, and EKG, all while preparing for certification by the National Healthcareer Association. With flexible in-person and hybrid options, this program offers a clear path to becoming a highly competent and certified medical assistant, ready to make a significant impact in patient care.
Program Details:
- Cost: 6000 USD
- Duration: 3-5 months
- Schedule: In-person (day option) and hybrid (evening option for classroom part)
- Prerequisites: 7th grade preferred math, 7th grade preferred reading, high school diploma or GED
- Accreditations: Unknown (Prepares for National Healthcareer Association certification, but no specialized program accreditations mentioned)
- Career Outcomes: Prepares students for certification by the National Healthcareer Association
Organization
Essex County College - West Essex Campus
Essex County College
Essex County College is an open-door public community college committed to providing affordable, quality higher education. Its mission is to prepare students to succeed in a dynamic world, offering strong transfer pathways to top universities and comprehensive workforce development programs. The college envisions itself as a beacon for education and knowledge, attracting individuals seeking a better life through education.
Highlights:
- Affordable quality education
- Strong transfer pathways to top universities
- Comprehensive workforce development programs
- Sends more transfer students to Rutgers University, Montclair State University, and NJIT than any other two-year institution in New Jersey
- Open-door public community college