The Medical Assistant program is designed to equip students with both clinical and administrative skills needed to thrive in healthcare settings such as clinics and physician offices. Through a mix of classroom instruction and hands-on training, students will gain essential knowledge in medical diagnostics, anatomy, and physiology. They will also develop practical skills in venipuncture, injections, urinalysis, electrocardiography, and vital sign measurements. Additionally, students will learn basic administrative tasks to support medical offices efficiently. A CPR certification class is also available as part of the training.
This program prepares students for entry-level roles in medical offices and clinics, focusing on both patient care and office management. Graduates may qualify for roles such as Clinical Medical Assistant, Administrative Medical Assistant, Medical Receptionist, or Laboratory Assistant. Certification opportunities are available to enhance career prospects.
HANDS-ON TRAINING
Students will practice real-world medical procedures in a classroom and lab setting designed to replicate a medical office. Training covers topics such as diagnostic imaging, proper specimen collection, medical record documentation, patient preparation for exams, and venipuncture techniques using vacutainers and syringes. Computer-based training for administrative tasks is also included.
School for Allied Health Professionals
Located in Arlington, TX, the School for Allied Health Professionals is a vocational education provider specializing in health professions training. They offer programs such as Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, and Medical Insurance and Coding Specialist, designed to prepare students for healthcare careers. The school emphasizes individual attention and career success through its flexible short-term programs with monthly start dates, small class sizes, and hands-on training conducted in their dedicated facility labs.
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