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Medical Assistant
Medical Assistants draw blood, give life-saving medicine, and help mend our loved ones.
Whether you want to work in a physician's office, clinic, hospital, or laboratory, or behind the scenes in insurance or medical records, SLCC will prepare you for life as a Medical Assistant after graduation.
Our two-semester Certificate of Medical Assistant program is a great way to being your career in healthcare. Supervised and/or preceptor based clinical externships are included. You can also choose to pursue your education with a technical diploma or associate degree.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The program starts in the Fall at our Crowley, Ville Platte, Abbeville, New Iberia, Opelousas, and Franklin campuses. Take a look at the degree plans:
- Certificate of Technical Studies in Medical Assistant (Fall Start)
- Technical Diploma in Medical Assistant (Fall Start)
- Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assistant (Fall Start)
Read more information on Applying to the Medical Assistant Program.
Students should note that some courses have prerequisites, which must be completed before enrolling into upper level courses and continuing in the program. Upon completion of this program, graduates are eligible to sit for the National Certification exam for Medical Assistants.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates completing the Certificate of Technical Studies in Medical Assistant can:
- Understand introductory anatomy & physiology principles, MA law and ethics, administrative and clinical procedures, pharmacology, coding, and insurance procedures.
- Demonstrate skills training and clinical experience necessary to secure employment in the healthcare industry.
Graduates completing the Technical Diploma and/or Associate of Applies Science in Medical Assistant can:
- Understand introductory anatomy & physiology principles, MA law and ethics, administrative and clinical procedures, pharmacology, coding, and insurance procedures, electrocardiography, phlebotomy, and nurse aid.
- Demonstrate skills training and clinical experience necessary to secure employment in the healthcare industry.
Average Salary: $30,620
(Bureau of Labor Statistics, Louisiana Average Salary 2021)
Program Requirements
- Submit a history and physical examination report certifying student is physically and emotionally fit for the program.
- Provide recent (less than one year) TB skin test or chest x-ray.
- Submit proof of current immunizations.
- Pass a background check and a drug screen.
- Possess a CPR card for Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
- Purchase the required class and clinical uniform(s), and supplies as outlined by the instructor.
- Adhere to HIPAA and other confidentiality clauses involving client care or clinical training.
- Arrange transportation to clinical sites, any additional trainings, or any extra-curricular activities.
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