Increase Your Medical Assisting Career Options

Earn Your Associate in Specialized Technology (AST)
Degree in Just 16 Months 

If you are interested in medical assistant education and medical assistant training, there are choices for you at Career Training Academy®. 

AST vs. Diploma in Medical Assisting – What’s the Difference? 

As a successful graduate of the AST Medical Assistant Comprehensive course, you’ll not only have the necessary skills to assist in a physician’s office, but you’ll also be qualified to work with medical specialists and have experience in the critical thinking skills necessary for Medical administration. 

The Medical Assisting Diploma program runs 8.5-10.5 months, depending on whether you attend day or evening classes. The Comprehensive Medical Assisting AST Degree program runs 16 months. Both programs are career-focused so you get the skills you need to land a great job in less time than a traditional college. 

Unique Opportunity to Work with Children 

A specialized training partnership has been formed between Children's Community Pediatrics (CCP), a subsidiary of Children's Hospital of UPNC and Career Training Academy®. Students in the Medical Assistant Comprehensive program who have a special interest in working with children will have the opportunity to apply for a special practical learning experience via a CCP externship in an environment dedicated to quality care for children. 

Is a Career in Specialized Medical Assisting Right for You? 

If you’re interested in learning more about how high-skilled, focused career education can help you launch a rewarding, professional career in Medical Assisting, fill out the form on the side panel to receive your FREE “Is Career Training Right for You” Report by Email Right Away. 

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