Clinical Medical Assisting

Support medical practices

Medical assistants perform administrative and limited clinical duties under the direction of physicians. MVC offers two pathways to earning associate degrees and certificates in medical assisting, allowing students to focus on administrative and clinical skills or to specialize in medical transcription.

School of Business, Health and Human Services

Programs of Study

Associate Degree

Transfer Degree

Credit Certificate

Non-Credit

Limited Enrollment

Online Options

Administrative/Clinical Medical Assisting

Associate of Science and Certificate

This program prepares individuals to provide medical office administrative services and perform clinical duties including patient intake and care, routine diagnostic and recording procedures, preexamination and examination assistance, administration of medications, and first aid under the supervision of a physician.

Students receive instruction in basic anatomy and physiology; medical terminology; medical law and ethics; patient psychology and communications; medical office procedures; and clinical/diagnostic examination, testing, and treatment procedures.

Program Code

MAS718/MCE718

Units

30 Units

Medical assistants are a core component in quality health care. Between having your choice in job options to being able to enter the workforce after only two years of study, medical assisting offers you opportunities for career advancement, a stable and in-demand career, and you can specialize in the areas that interest you most.