Medical Assisting Online Program Overview

Our Medical Assisting Associate’s Degree Program offers students extensive training which will allow them to develop skills in medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, phlebotomy, ECG/EKG, clinical procedures, medical billing, practice management, medical law and ethics, patient rights, security and privacy of medical records, and HIPAA (Healthcare Insurance, Portability & Accountability Act) standards.

This innovative Medical Assisting program uses a hybrid of online/onsite delivery format through a combination of:

• Online Distance Education for Theory Classes that provides students with enhanced visual tools for Anatomy & Physiology with computerized graphics, demonstrations and simulations in addition to access to recorded classes for on-demand review when studying. Laptop included in program costs*


• On-campus Lab for Hands-on Training that helps students develop hands-on skills in our labs in simulated real life situations for improved critical thinking skills


• Clinical Externships give students the chance to refine skills learned in lab courses and apply them in a ‘real life’ setting while exploring areas of interest and different specialities

Graduates will be prepared to assist a physician with examinations and treatment of patients, perform laboratory tests, and function as a crucial member of the team that shares the administrative responsibilities of operating a medical care facility.

*Laptop type may vary