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Medical Assistant Program - Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden State Community College's Medical Assistant program offers a robust pathway to becoming a skilled healthcare professional. Through hands-on training, comprehensive coursework, and access to modern facilities, this program prepares competent entry-level graduates with essential clinical, laboratory, and administrative skills. Students will gain the expertise needed for immediate employment and are prepared for national certification, ensuring a competitive advantage in the growing healthcare field.
Program Details:
- Cost: 1668 USD
- Duration: 5 semesters
- Schedule: In-person with hands-on training
- Prerequisites: Eligible for MTH 116, ENG 101, BIO 201
- Accreditations: Unknown (General college accreditation by SACSCOC noted, but program-specific accreditation details for MA program not found)
- Career Outcomes: Unknown
Organization
Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden State Community College is a comprehensive and affordable public community college located across five campuses in Northeast Alabama. It offers over 70 diverse programs and maintains a supportive 18:1 student-to-teacher ratio, preparing a diverse student population for success through quality education, innovative workforce development, and meaningful community engagement. Students benefit from its accessibility and significantly lower tuition costs, being 55% more affordable than the state's public universities.
Highlights:
- Comprehensive community college
- Five campuses in Northeast Alabama
- Over 70 programs offered
- Supportive 18:1 student-to-teacher ratio
- 55% more affordable than state's public universities
- Focus on student success, quality education, workforce development, and community engagement