Listen
Programs » Medical Assistant » Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

STUDENT/PARENT NOTIFICATION: 
Required Health Compliance:
To ensure the safety and well-being of all participants, students in the CTEC Medical Assistant program must meet specific health compliance requirements.
 
These include:
  • Flu Vaccine: Students are required to have the current flu vaccine.
  • Childhood Immunization Records: Verification of all childhood vaccinations must be provided.
  • Negative TB Test or Chest X-Ray: Prior to participating in the Community Classroom (internship) portion, students must present either a negative TB test result or a chest X-ray.
  • COVID-19 Vaccination: Depending on the clinical site’s requirements, a COVID-19 vaccination may be necessary. Students may be unable to secure placements without this vaccination.

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

The CTEC Medical Assistant course is structured to provide students with a robust foundation in medical terminology, ethics, and communication. These core competencies are vital for effective patient interaction and provide a basis for understanding the medical environment. The program includes both classroom instruction and practical experience through internships at local medical offices, which allows students to apply their learning in real-world scenarios.

 

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
  • 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