The Medical Assistant certification program at Pikes Peak State College Area Voc Program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to assist medical professionals in the delivery of patient care. The program covers topics such as medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, clinical procedures, and lab techniques. Successful completion of the program prepares students to take the Certified Medical Assistant Exam and enter into a rewarding healthcare career.
Pikes Peak State College is a public college in Colorado Springs, Colorado, offering education for high school students, adult learners, and military-affiliated students. Its career-focused options include Certified Nursing Assistant, Dental Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, In-person American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid CPR and AED Certification Classes, In person Associate's Degree in HVAC certification Classes, and Medical Assistant, among others. The college provides transfer degrees as well as technical degrees and certificates, and it also offers four-year degrees. Instruction and workforce development support both people preparing for a new career and those advancing in an existing field. Academic offerings span areas such as accounting, studio art, welding, nursing, and zookeeping, reflecting a broad selection of occupational and academic pathways.