Medical Assistant
Please note: Enrollment in the medical assistant program is limited by availability of required clinical placements. Students applying for the fall 2019 semester who meet admission criteria will be accepted to the program and placed on a wait list in the order in which they are accepted.
HCC's medical assistant certificate program prepares students to work in clinics, hospitals, health maintenance organizations, insurance companies, and physician's offices.
Our medical assistant program combines clinical as well as clerical courses that will enable students to assist in varied healthcare agencies. Excellent instructors teach students to perform health office phlebotomy and EKGs, check vital signs, administer injections, assist physicians with minor surgery and routine patient exams, and perform administrative duties.
Please note: A daytime clinical externship is mandatory.
contact
Janet Grant
Coordinator of Health Care Certificates
MRB 219
jgrant@hcc.edu
413.552.2445
certificate program
The medical assistant certificate program prepares students for employment in clinics, hospitals, health maintenance organizations, insurance companies, and physician’s offices. The American Medical Technologists organization will certify students upon successful completion of the certification exam.
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state-of-the-art classrooms
Utilize powerful technology in our state-of-the-art Center for Health Education.
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assist physicians
Learn how to assist physicians with minor surgeries, and routine patient exams.
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administrative duties
As a medical assistant, you will be one of the most important team members helping a healthcare facility run smoothly.
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give injections
Learn how to administer injections to patients.
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"vital" importance
Use your medical assistant education to help care for people – from checking vitals to providing comfort, your role is critical!
