About
Medical Assistant Program
The Medical Assistant program at Simi Institute for Careers & Education is designed to rapidly equip aspiring healthcare professionals with the essential skills for a rewarding career in medical offices. In just three months, this intensive program delivers comprehensive clinical skills training, prepares students for national certification, and emphasizes practical job readiness, including an optional 160-hour externship. Graduates will gain proficiency in medical terminology, vital signs, diagnostic testing, and critical compliance areas like HIPAA, CLIA, and OSHA, ensuring they are highly competitive and prepared for diverse administrative and clinical roles.
Program Details:
- Cost: $1,800 per program, includes uniform, textbooks, classroom supplies, CPR training
- Duration: 3 months
- Schedule: Unknown
- Prerequisites: Must Be 18 Years Or Older; Speak, Read And Write English At The 12th Grade Level; U.S. High School Diploma Or Equivalency Required For Optional National Certification
- Accreditations: Unknown
- Career Outcomes: Unknown
Organization
Simi Institute for Careers & Education
Simi Institute for Careers & Education
Simi Institute for Careers & Education, headquartered in Simi Valley, California, is a career and technology education institution offering vocational training and certification programs like cosmetology and respiratory therapy. It provides an inclusive learning environment focused on community service and student achievement. The institute is an official Pearson VUE Testing site, facilitating professional certification exams, and offers hands-on training with clinical externships for practical experience. Students benefit from scholarship and grant opportunities through partnerships with local businesses, actively enrolling for Summer and Fall 2024 sessions.
Highlights:
- Offers scholarship and grant opportunities through partnerships with local businesses and agencies
- Official Pearson VUE Testing site
- Full-service salon operated by students
- Hands-on training with clinical externship opportunities
- Comprehensive phlebotomy program leading to NCCT certification eligibility