About
Administrative Medical Assistants should enjoy strong employment opportunities for years to come, with a projected growth in job openings expected to grow 23% through 2024 (U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics). Demand for medical services will continue to climb, as the baby boomer population ages, and as healthcare practices expand to see more patients, the need for assistants to handle administrative duties will increase.
Organization
Florence-Darlington Technical College
Florence-Darlington Technical College is a comprehensive technical college in Florence, South Carolina. Its occupational training includes Administrative Medical Assistant, HVAC, Electrician, Welding, Certified Nursing Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Phlebotomy Technician Certification, Respiratory Therapist, Basic Automotive, Commercial Driver's License Class A (CDL-A), Advance Cybersecurity, and Medical Billing and Coding, among other fields. The college offers more than 60 programs leading to associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Some programs have online or hybrid options, while Corporate and Workforce Development provides continuing education and business training. Early College opportunities support high school students, and transfer pathways connect students with universities throughout South Carolina. Student-operated services include a dental clinic and cosmetology center, and the college also provides career services, academic advising, tutoring, library access, and other student support resources.