Medical Assistant Program at Northampton Community College The Medical Assistant program at Northampton Community College is a comprehensive, one-year full-time program designed to equip students with the essential skills and hands-on clinical experience needed for a thriving career in the rapidly expanding healthcare field. This program culminates in a final externship, preparing graduates for certification and immediate job placement as skilled medical assistants. With a focus on practical application and a curriculum that supports successful employment outcomes, this program offers a direct path to a rewarding career, providing students with the confidence and competence to excel.

Program Details:

• Cost: $90 per credit for Northampton County residents; Medical Assistant program is 34 credits, estimated total cost approximately $3,060 (tuition only), plus additional out-of-pocket expenses such as equipment and certification fees.
• Duration: 1 year (full-time)
• Schedule: In-person, available at Fowler Southside Center and Pocono campuses.
• Prerequisites: Placement in English and/or Mathematics determined by official transcripts and/or placement testing; Verification of Residency; Photo ID
• Accreditations: Unknown (The college itself is institutionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), but no direct program-level accreditations such as CAAHEP or ABHES were found for the Medical Assistant program.)
• Career Outcomes: Prepares students for certification and employment in a growing healthcare field.