About
The Medical Assistant Certificate prepares individuals for work in doctors’ offices, medical centers, clinics and other health care facilities.
Students will learn how to perform routine administrative and clinical tasks which allow these facilities to run efficiently. Students will study medical office administration and procedures as well as acquire the more specialized medical knowledge and skills needed to assist with many facets of patient care. The program culminates with the Medical Assisting Externship where students have the opportunity to apply their knowledge in a clinical setting.
Organization
SUNY Sullivan
SUNY Sullivan
Located in Loch Sheldrake, NY, SUNY Sullivan is a public higher education institution founded in 1962, offering diverse academic and community programs, including hands-on CNA training and microcredential offerings like phlebotomy. The school promotes accessibility through initiatives such as the Education Opportunity Program and free tuition for eligible Sullivan County residents, fostering a close-knit, supportive campus culture.
Highlights:
- Sustainable 405-acre campus with renewable energy initiatives including an organic farm, geothermal heating and cooling, solar farm, wind turbine, and apiary
- Campus buildings designed by renowned architectural firm Edward Durell Stone & Associates
- Phlebotomy Microcredential program prepares students for the National Healthcare Association Certified Phlebotomy Technician Certification exam
- Comprehensive phlebotomy curriculum covering theory, principles, practice, instrumentation, asepsis, and safety
- Phlebotomy program includes training in Electrocardiography (ECG), electrode placement, lead systems, medical terminology, and disease pathology