About
Maricopa Community Colleges Medical Assistant Program The Medical Assistant program at Maricopa Community Colleges offers a comprehensive pathway to a rewarding career in healthcare, providing both a Certificate of Competency and an Associate in Applied Science degree. Designed to equip students with practical skills and knowledge for immediate employment in diverse medical settings, this program uniquely combines online flexibility with thorough preparation for certification and successful job placement, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to meet the demands of the modern workforce.
Program Details:
- Cost: $6,111 to $6,887 plus a $15 registration fee per semester (based on 63-71 credit hours at $97 per credit hour) for the Associate in Applied Science Medical Assisting program.
- Duration: 36 weeks
- Schedule: Online only
- Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED Equivalence; Must Be At Least 18 Years of Age; Submit Current CPR/BLS Provider Card; Acceptance to the Program
- Accreditations: Unknown (The institution is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), but no program-specific accreditation was found.)
- Career Outcomes: Prepares students for employment as Medical Assistants and for certification, with practical training tailored to workforce needs.
Organization
Maricopa Community Colleges
Maricopa Community Colleges is a community college system serving Tempe, Arizona, and surrounding communities through 10 colleges and 31 satellite locations. Its career-focused offerings span Certified Nursing Assistant, Cosmetology, Cybersecurity, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG), and Emergency Medical Technician training, among other fields. The system offers more than 600 degree programs, including associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, certificates, microcredentials, and accelerated programs. Educational options include university transfer partners and guided pathways, along with industry training and innovation initiatives connected to healthcare, information technology, construction, advanced manufacturing, hospitality, and other sectors. Maricopa Community Colleges also provides student support services and first-generation student resources as part of its broad educational model.