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Medical Assisting Diploma

Diploma

On-Campus

Medical Assisting Diploma

A rewarding career as a medical assistant is closer than you may think. Students can get on track to pursue a number of healthcare career opportunities in as little as one year with Bryant & Stratton College’s Medical Assisting diploma. In this program, you will earn the valuable experience you need to provide quality patient care in your career.

The Medical Assisting diploma program utilizes classroom lectures and hands-on lab courses to provide the foundation needed to succeed in today’s modern healthcare field. The courses in the Medical Assisting diploma mirror the clinical and administrative duties medical assistants are expected to perform in private practices, hospitals, clinics, medical offices, labs and other healthcare facilities.

Students are prepared to sit for the CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant) exam upon completion of the diploma program.

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12 months

Approximate Program Length

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44 credit hours

Total Credits

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January 15

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Whether you prefer the vibrant atmosphere of on-campus classes, the convenience of online learning, or the flexibility of remote options, our degree programs are tailored to fit your lifestyle. Use our interactive map to explore the various campus locations where this degree program is offered.

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Program Outcomes

The Medical Assisting diploma at Bryant & Stratton College offers students the following:

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Communicate and collaborate professionally with patients, healthcare team, and third-party providers in diverse environments.

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Demonstrate knowledge in medical assisting skills.

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Demonstrate and practice behavior consistent with the legal and ethical standards of the profession.

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Demonstrate standard, quality, safety, and risk-reduction precautions in the healthcare setting.

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Scalable to Your Career Level & Goals

Bryant & Stratton College designs skill-building programs to fit your needs. In addition to online, on-campus, and live remote learning options, our degree offerings are scalable and stackable. Whether seeking to jumpstart your career or advance your education we offer diploma, associate, and bachelor’s degrees to help you achieve your academic and career goals on your schedule.

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Overview

Develop your approach to clinical patient support – from checking vital signs to maintaining medical records and more.

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Program Format

On-Campus

Program Duration

  • 2-Years Full-Time Study

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Overview

Prepare to support healthcare operations through skills in office management, patient records management and more.

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Program Format

On-Campus

Program Duration

  • 1-Year Full-Time Study
  • 2-Years Part-Time Study

Valuable Internship Experience

In addition to your classroom experience, we recognize the importance of real-world application. Through our partnership network, students are provided with opportunities to actively apply their learnings within their chosen field.

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What can you do with a Medical Assisting Diploma?

The Medical Assisting Diploma prepares graduates to complete both clinical and administrative tasks in the healthcare field. While job duties can vary depending on the environment, most assistants will collect and record patient information as well as vital signs. Upon completion, graduates of the Medical Assisting diploma will know the basics of clinical procedures and may find themselves working in a number of settings in the healthcare industry.

Frequently Asked Questions

A diploma program for medical assisting is focused on providing the instruction you need to start your healthcare career as a medical assistant. At 44-credit-hours, it’s designed to be completed in just three semesters of work, offering the insights, training and credential you need to take the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the National Healthcare Association.

While some employers may prefer you obtain a relevant associate or even bachelor’s degree, a diploma could be the ticket you need to get your foot in the door sooner. At Bryant & Stratton College, our Medical Assisting Diploma program covers the clinical and administrative duties that typically come with a medical assistant position. Plus, the 44 credit hours you’ll earn in it can be directly applied to our medical assisting associate degree program in the future.

If you are going for an associate degree, you should be able to complete the program in around two years. If you want to start your healthcare career sooner, Bryant & Stratton College’s Medical Assisting Diploma can be completed in just three semesters of full-time study.

Actually, it’s a career. You can prepare for this healthcare career by earning a relevant degree or diploma, such as Bryant & Stratton College’s Medical Assisting Diploma, and gain the education and credential you need to take the National Healthcare Association’s Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam.

Your medical assistant diploma will never expire – but if you are a certified medical assistant (CMA) you will need to re-certify on a routine basis. The right diploma program, including the ones Bryant & Stratton College offer, will help you build the educational foundation you need for certification and long-term career success as a medical assistant.

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