About
Medical Assistant Program at Fletcher Technical Community College
The Medical Assistant program at Fletcher Technical Community College offers a pathway to a rewarding career in healthcare. This 20-week hybrid program is designed to equip students with essential clinical and administrative skills, preparing them for immediate entry into the workforce and certification. With its blend of online learning and practical clinical training, students gain valuable hands-on experience, ensuring they are well-prepared to meet the demands of the medical field. The program's accessible open admissions policy and focus on industry-based certifications provide a significant advantage for career advancement.
Program Details:
- Cost: $2000 + program specific costs, per program
- Duration: 20 weeks
- Schedule: Hybrid (online and limited clinical space) Validated Skills & Learning (VSL) program
- Prerequisites: Unknown (Open admissions for the college)
- Accreditations: Unknown
- Career Outcomes: Prepares students for certification; no explicit information on employment rates, job titles, or industry placement.
Organization
L.E. Fletcher Technical Community College
Fletcher Technical Community College, Schriever Campus, is a comprehensive community college in Schriever, Louisiana. It provides occupational education in nursing and allied health, including Associate Degree in Nursing, Certified Nursing Assistant, Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG), Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) license, LPN-ASN, and Medical Assistant. The college also offers programs leading to associate degrees, technical diplomas, industry-based certifications, and certificate programs. Open admissions and open access are available to individuals interested in education and training opportunities. Fletcher has more than 30 programs, giving the institution a broad scope across degree-level study, technical education, and workforce-oriented credentials.