About
Phoenix College's Medical Assisting program in Phoenix, Arizona, awards an Associate in Applied Science degree. It prepares students for administrative and clinical medical assisting through instruction in medical assisting fundamentals, anatomy and medical terminology, laboratory testing, pharmacology, practicum experiences, and program review. The program is organized into full-time and part-time options across multiple academic terms; the medical assisting courses in Option 2 are delivered online. Admission requires completion of the Certificate of Completion in Medical Administrative Assisting and the Certificate of Completion in Clinical Medical Assisting, or completion of the associated Medical Assisting courses through Prior Learning Assessment. Health and safety documents, including TB screening and a CPR BLS provider credential, must remain current during the practicum.
Organization
Phoenix College
Phoenix College is a college in Phoenix, Arizona, offering career preparation and associate-level education. Its occupational fields include Dental Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Medical Assistant, Medical Billing and Coding, Nursing, AAS, and Phlebotomy. The college also supports transfer to Arizona’s three universities and other partner universities through associate degree study. International students are welcomed, and high school students can access opportunities to begin college education while still in high school. Phoenix College operates a main campus along with a Center for Nursing Excellence and a Center of Excellence for Healthcare Education in Phoenix. Community services include a dental clinic, and the institution provides student life, athletics, library, and career services alongside its academic offerings.