Medical Assistant Diploma Program

The Medical Assistant program at Riverland Community College is a comprehensive one-year diploma program designed to transform aspiring healthcare professionals into certified and job-ready medical assistants. Spanning three semesters, this program offers a robust curriculum that includes essential training in medical terminology, body structure and function, healthcare laws, and ethical principles. Students gain invaluable practical experience through a mandatory clinical practicum, ensuring they are fully prepared for certification and successful employment in a dynamic healthcare environment. With CAAHEP accreditation, this program provides a strong foundation and a competitive edge in the medical field.

Program Details:

• Cost: $8,741.52 estimated tuition; $800 books; $65 uniforms approximate; $50-$150 stethoscope approximate
• Duration: 1 year (three semesters)
• Schedule: Unknown (Delivery modality not explicitly stated)
• Prerequisites: High School Diploma Or GED; Achieve Cut Score Of 243 On Next Gen Arithmetic Or Equivalent; Admittance Into The Medical Assistant Program; Department Of Human Services Background Check
• Accreditations: Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
• Career Outcomes: Prepares students for certification and job placement in a physician's office, with a clinical practicum of a minimum of 192 supervised hours for hands-on experience.