Medical Assistant
Students in this program are currently required to have the current flu vaccine, childhood immunization records, and a negative TB test or chest x-ray prior to participating in the Community Classroom (internship) portion of the program due to current industry guidelines. A COVID-19 vaccination may be required for students depending on the requirements of the clinical site that they are placed at.
Students may not be able to be placed without a COVID-19 vaccination.
SENIORS ONLY:
This program only accepts high school seniors. Juniors are encouraged to enroll in Introduction to Health Careers.
Location: CTEC
Program Description
Health Care is one of the fastest-growing career fields in the United States. The CTEC Medical Assistant course is a one-year program designed to teach students medical terminology, ethics, communication, and the basic skills necessary to be successful entry-level employees in doctors’ offices and clinics. After initial classroom training, students also serve an internship at local medical offices.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT STUDENTS LEARN:
- Medical terminology and use of basic instruments
- Methods to assist with physical exams and minor office surgeries
- Procedures for calculating drug dosages, administering medications, and administering injections
- Methods for obtaining vital signs
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION OPPORTUNITIES:
Certifications offered to students completing the Medical Assistant course include:
- Injection Certificate
- American Heart Association Health Care Provider CPR Certification
- Opportunity to sit for a Medical Assistant Certification
THINGS TO CONSIDER:
Students enrolled in the Medical Assistant course must furnish their own transportation to and from the training site. A solid attendance record and a “C” or greater average in English are also necessary to successfully complete this program. Students must have a social security number to be placed in a training facility.
HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT AVAILABLE:
Students earn 10 units of Life/Biological Science credit and 5 units of Health credit, in addition to 15 units of Elective credit, for completing the full-year (two-semester) program. These units are applied to their high school graduation.
College prep course. A-G approved. Meets area “G” approval for UC and CSU admission.
CAREER PATHWAYS AND RELATED OCCUPATIONS:
This is a career awareness class that instructs students on the basics for entry-level employment. Successful Medical Assistant students often pursue careers in the following:
- Doctor’s Office Assistant
- Medical Assistant
- Medical Receptionist