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Job Corps Medical Assistant Program

Embark on a rewarding career in healthcare with the Job Corps Medical Assistant program. This comprehensive training prepares you for vital administrative and clinical roles, equipping you with the skills to confidently assist patients and support medical professionals. Learn to record histories, take vital signs, assist with exams, administer injections, and prepare lab samples. This program offers a direct path to a nationally recognized credential, empowering you for immediate entry into diverse healthcare settings and setting you on a path to a fulfilling future.

Program Details:

  • Cost: 0 USD (federally funded, no tuition or fees)
  • Duration: 6 months to 1 year
  • Schedule: In-person training, full-time commitment expected. Specific timing varies by Job Corps center.
  • Prerequisites: High school diploma or equivalent, meet academic requirements in math and reading, compliance with state requirements including criminal background check, completion of introductory and career preparation courses, passing scores.
  • Accreditations: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) credential upon completion.
  • Career Outcomes: Prepares students for roles in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and doctor's offices, with skills for both administrative and clinical responsibilities.

Organization

Flint/Genesee Job Corps Center

Job Corps

Job Corps offers a free, residential career training program designed to help young adults aged 16 to 24 improve their lives through vocational and academic training. The program emphasizes hands-on education and comprehensive support services, aiming to equip students with the skills for gainful employment and successful career pathways. With a focus on low-income young adults, Job Corps provides a supportive environment that fosters personal and professional development.

Highlights:

  • Nation’s largest free, residential career training program
  • Offers hands-on education and comprehensive support services
  • Serves low-income young adults aged 16 to 24
  • Operates for over 50 years
  • Trained over 2 million individuals since 1964
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