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Become a Well Respected Medical Assistant

Get a Rewarding Career Caring for Others in as little at 8.5 Months

 Did you know Medical Assistant is projected to be one of the fastest growing occupations through 2014? (U.S. Department of Labor, June 2008)  

That means terrific job opportunities for individuals interested in helping others as valued members of the Medical Community. If you’re looking for a career that is both financially and personally rewarding, now’s a great time to take advantage of the opportunities open to you as a Medical Assistant. 


Anything but Boring
 

As a Medical Assistant you won’t be stuck doing the same old thing day in and day out. Medical Assistants perform both Administrative and Clinical duties, so there’s plenty of different tasks to perform each day.  


Check Out Some of the Tasks of a Skilled Clinical Medical Assistant:
 

  • Phlebotomy
  • Vitals Signs
  • Patient History
  • Physical Examination
  • Minor Office Surgery
  • EKG’s
  • Instructing Patients on Medications
  • Removing Sutures
  • Emergency Medical Procedures
 

And More! 

Successful Graduates of this program hold a Diploma in Medical Assisting and are working in Physicians' Offices, Clinics, Medical Groups, Managed Care Groups and Hospitals. 


Vital Role in the Well-Being of Others
 

Skilled Medical Assistants are crucial to the Health Care Industry. They keep the offices of physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors, and other health practitioners running smoothly. 

As a professional in this field you’ll not only have a steady career, you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing you contribute to the well-being of your community. And, you’ll have the first-hand knowledge to help keep your family healthy. 


Course Details:
 

Daytime Course Length: 8.5 Months

Evening Course Length: 10.5 Months

Diploma Program. New Classes Start Often. 

After completing the classroom portion of the course students participate in a rewarding externship in a professional Medical Office.  

During the externship you’ll gain hands-on instruction in all aspects of Medical Assisting. You’ll make a smooth transition from training into the professional Health Care workplace after training on-the-job like this. Employers will be impressed with how confidently and competently you approach the work and your practical experience will give you an advantage over the job-hunting competition. 
 

Is a Career as a Medical Assistant 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. 

Or call the campus nearest you to speak with a friendly and knowledgeable CTA Career Representative right away.