Medical Assistant Program at Sierra College

The Medical Assistant program at Sierra College is a dynamic three-semester program designed to equip students with essential clinical and administrative skills for a rewarding career in healthcare. With a focus on practical clinical training, including a 160-hour practicum, this program prepares students for certification and seamless job placement as clinical medical assistants. It offers a clear pathway to a vital role in patient care, ensuring graduates are job-ready and competitive in the growing healthcare field.

Program Details:

• Cost: $1,173 total tuition (25.5 units at $46 per unit) over three semesters
• Duration: 1 year (three semesters)
• Schedule: Three-semester program, specific timing and delivery format (In-person, Online, or Hybrid) are Unknown.
• Prerequisites: Completion with grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in HSCI 3; Advisory: Completion of BIOL 55 or BIO 5 and BIO 6 with grade(s) of C or better
• Accreditations: Unknown (Sierra College is institutionally accredited by ACCJC, but specific program accreditation is not stated).
• Career Outcomes: Prepares students for certification and supports job placement in the healthcare field.