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Medical Assistant Training

Medical assistant training provides students with the job skills and background knowledge needed to perform as a medical assistant in a hospital or other clinical setting. Training for medical assistants consists largely of background knowledge in the basic medical topics that must be familiar to all medical personnel, in addition to hands-on treatment procedures and basic patient care.

Training varies with the type of medical assisting being entered into; clinical medical assistants experience a more clinical training focus than administrative medical assistants, for example. However, for any medical assisting profession, the majority of the necessary education is the same.

What to Expect During Medical Assistant Training

Since medical assisting is a relatively flexible occupation, training may cover a few different areas of clinical, office and administrative practices.

Clinical Practices   Training for clinical medical assistants focuses the most heavily in this area. Clinical medical assistant training consists of classroom and lecture-based courses in core medical subjects such as:

Additionally, clinical medical assistant training includes hands-on patient care procedures, sometimes in simulated clinical environments. This aspect of medical assistant training teaches students proper treatment protocols, sterilization techniques, infection control, and other areas of patient bedside care.

Some of these areas include:

Administrative Practices   In addition to clinical and patient care practices, training for medical assistants may also include medical office practices. As many MAs perform a combination of clinical and administrative job duties, it is important to be trained in this area as well.

Some areas covered by medical assistant administrative training include:

Training Preparation

Medical assistant training programs typically require a high school diploma or a GED for enrollment.

While in high school, there are also certain subjects that can help students build a solid foundation for medical training and prepare for a good medical assistant school experience. Some of these courses are:

Upon graduating from high school, achieving strong SAT scores in areas of science will also help students demonstrate a strong foundation for medical practice, though this is not a requirement for becoming a medical assistant.

Where to Find Training

Medical assistant training can be found at a variety of types of school, including junior and community colleges, career schools and universities. The level and quality of education varies from school to school based on factors such as the school’s quality and the degree or credential sought. Accreditation organizations exist to ensure training quality meets medical assistant industry standards.

Online medical assistant schools are also an option for students who can’t make the time commitment to attend a classroom-based program each week. These programs provide the same training as campus-based programs using the Internet and remote communication methods.

Medical assistants may receive training to earn a diploma, an associate’s degree, or a certificate. The focus of training and the length of the program varies for each of these options.

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Keiser University eCampus Online

Since 1977, Keiser University has provided quality student-centered, career-focused education. Keiser University Online offers degree programs online to prepare students for in-demand professions. Degrees are offered with a curriculum that is in pace with technology and workforce demand trends in business, criminal justice, health care, information technology and more. Our “one-class-at-a-time” approach allows busy students to focus on their education and balance the demands of work and family.

Why Keiser University Online? Online Convenience, Personalized Attention

From admissions to faculty, our staff is dedicated to student care:

  • One-class-at-a-time scheduling. Instead of juggling multiple assignments and exams, take one class for four weeks before moving on.
  • Small classes with accessible staff and faculty that foster a student-centered learning community
  • State-of-the-practice online classroom technology and user-friendly format to enhance learning
  • Extensive online resources that include information and access to all student services
  • Career-Focus
  • Financial aid and scholarships are available for those who qualify
  • Military friendly. Keiser University offers scholarships to qualified veterans, active-duty military personnel and their dependents. Keiser is a Yellow Ribbon Program participant and approved for veterans training.

We help you find your new career

Our Department of Student Services will support you in your job search and help you achieve your career goals with services including counseling, assisting you with resume preparation, building a cover letter, and developing your interviewing skills.
Although Keiser University provides placement assistance, we cannot promise or guarantee employment.

Keiser is one of Florida’s largest independent universities and a valued choice for career-motivated students. Keiser University Online offers degrees in fields that are in demand and provides job placement assistance to its students and alumni. We research trends for growing fields and tailor our curriculum to prepare students for entry and advancement to rewarding careers.

Keiser University is a private, not-for-profit university.

ACCREDITATION

Keiser University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award certificates and degrees at the associate, baccalaureate, masters, specialist, and doctoral levels. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Keiser University.

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