About
Medical Assistant Program
The Medical Assistant program at Orange Technical College is a comprehensive 14-month full-time course designed to transform aspiring healthcare professionals into skilled and certified medical assistants. With 1300 hours of hands-on training, the program rigorously prepares students for both the CMA and RMA certification exams, ensuring they are not only knowledgeable but also highly proficient in practical skills. This program focuses on immediate job placement, equipping graduates with the expertise and confidence needed to excel in diverse healthcare settings, offering a clear pathway to a rewarding career.
Program Details:
- Cost: $5,041.24 total program cost
- Duration: 14 months full-time
- Schedule: 1300 class hours; full-time course; Specific timing and delivery format (In-person, Online, or Hybrid) are unknown.
- Prerequisites: Grade 10 Language; Grade 10 Math; Grade 10 Reading
- Accreditations: CAAHEP; Council on Occupational Education
- Career Outcomes: Prepares students for CMA and RMA certification exams and equips them with practical skills for immediate job placement.
Organization
Orange Technical College - Avalon Campus
Orange Technical College
Orange Technical College, headquartered in Orlando, Florida, is a higher education institution focused on career and technical training, serving tens of thousands of students across Central Florida with multiple campuses including Avalon. It offers a variety of adult general education programs, including extensive ESOL and GED training, and provides affordable tuition rates as part of the Orange County Public Schools system. The phlebotomy program, for example, is delivered in-person with comprehensive classroom instruction, laboratory practice, and clinical experience, preparing students for industry certification and careers.
Highlights:
- Largest provider of adult general education programs in Central Florida
- Offers extensive ESOL and GED training
- Lowest tuition rates in the region
- Part of the Orange County Public Schools system
- Phlebotomy program offers comprehensive 165-hour training for industry certification