About
Rock Valley College Medical Assistant Program
Embark on a transformative journey with Rock Valley College's Medical Assistant program, the only Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in the Rockford region. This two-year, in-person program meticulously prepares you for entry-level medical assistant positions through a comprehensive curriculum that includes cognitive, psychomotor, and affective training. Gain invaluable practical experience via a 180-hour externship in a physician's office, ensuring you are thoroughly equipped for a rewarding career in healthcare and stand out in the competitive job market.
Program Details:
- Cost: $10,000 approximately for the two-year Medical Assistant degree program
- Duration: 2 years (full-time)
- Schedule: In-person instruction delivered in the classroom, skills lab, and clinical setting
- Prerequisites: High School Diploma or Equivalent; Successful Completion of MDA-104, OFF-245, OFF-250, FWS-237 (with a Grade of C or Higher in Each Course); Completion of BIO-100 Introductory Human Biology
- Accreditations: CAAHEP (applied for accreditation status)
- Career Outcomes: Prepares students for entry-level Medical Assistant positions
Financial aid
Financial aid may be available for those who qualify.
Organization
Rock Valley College-Downtown
Rock Valley College
Rock Valley College, established in 1964 with headquarters in Rockford, IL, is a comprehensive two-year community college within the Illinois Community College System. It offers over 100 courses, including programs for transfer to four-year institutions, career programs, and certificates, with a strong emphasis on career and technical education and workforce development. The college features a state-of-the-art Health Sciences Center on its main campus, providing practical training and empowering students and the community through well-designed educational pathways, leading to further education, rewarding careers, and personal growth.
Highlights:
- Comprehensive Two-Year Community College
- Over 100 Courses For Transfer, Career Programs, And Certificates
- Strong Focus On Career And Technical Education And Workforce Development
- State-Of-The-Art Health Sciences Center
- Empowers Students And Community Through Lifelong Learning