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Diploma
Upon completing the program, you’ll receive a diploma that validates your completion as a Medical Assistant.
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Introduction
The Medical Assistant Program at DSDT is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed as medical assistants in a variety of healthcare settings. The program covers a range of subjects, including medical assistant and basic healthcare knowledge, pharmacology and administration of medications, introduction to computers and electronic medical records, clinical procedures, medical office management, and medical lab procedures.
Throughout the program, students will have the opportunity to learn from experienced healthcare professionals and gain hands-on experience in a variety of medical assistant duties. They will learn how to assist with patient care, administer medications, record patient information, and perform basic laboratory procedures.
The program consists of several courses, including Medical Assistant and Basic Healthcare Knowledge, Pharmacology and Administration of Medications, Intro to Computers and Electronic Medical Records, Clinical Procedures, Medical Office Management, Medical Lab I Procedures, Medical Lab II Procedures, Health & Safety and Job Readiness Training, and Externship. Upon completion of the program, students will receive a diploma and will be well-prepared to enter the workforce as medical assistants.
Summary
The Medical Assistant program prepares students to perform both administrative and clinical duties. Students will be trained in a wide range of skills that are essential to a career as medical assistant. The skills completed are included but not limited to administrative tasks and clinical duties. This program focuses on medical practices and procedures, medical ethics and law, medical insurance and record keeping and patient preparation for basic laboratory procedures and tests. A 160-hour externship is required upon completion of the course work.
Objectives
To prepare students for post-program success by providing a rich learning environment utilizing research-based methods of instruction and providing access to relevant and current resources and materials. Students will participate in a challenging and worthwhile diploma program based on current industry/academic expectations. The Medical Assistant Program will provide students with a roadmap to gainful employment by instruction in 8 courses.
Courses
Browse courses for your online Medical Assistant diploma program
Education should be practical and relevant. That’s why our courses adhere to high academic standards and equip you with skills and knowledge that you can apply directly to your career.
- Introduction to Medical Assistant and Basic Healthcare Knowledge
- Pharmacology and Administration of Medications
- Intro Computers and Electronic Medical Records
- Clinical Procedures
- Medical Office Management
- Medical Lab I Procedures
- Medical Lab II Procedures
- Externship
Course Details
• Instructor Led Lecture
• Online Sessions
• Lab Sessions
Many of the course requirements and assignments will be fulfilled during lab time, a one-hour session during in class meetings will be dedicated to homework and classwork.
*Please reference Academic Policies and Procedures full Policy*
A weekly test designed to verify learning and assist students in gaining confidence in knowledge.
Students will receive a daily assignment or quiz through the Canvas LMS or external resource to verify comprehension of daily lessons
Students will participate in various lab activities to help develop hands on understanding of curriculum. These will include resources or server based virtual machine components.
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Requirements:
A basic understanding of technology is recommended, but no prior experience is needed to enroll.
Gadgets
Personal Computer with stable access to internet (highly recommended)
Specifications
8-16GB USB Flash Drive or Portable USB or FireWire Hard Drive and Dropbox account (Highly recommended)
Other materials
Notebook and/or sketch book
Schedule
Attend classes at your convenience, day or night, as our online classroom is accessible 24/7/365. Your academic counselor will assist in scheduling courses for your Medical Assistant Diploma Program.
Summer
10 week semester
Fall
17 week semester
Spring
17 week semester
Acquire career-relevant skills in a matter of weeks, not years.
Learning shouldn’t be delayed for years before you can apply it. That’s why we empower you to develop career-relevant skills through our five- to six-week courses.
Tuition
Breakdown and Payment Policies
The Medical Assistant Diploma Program costs $21,995, with a rate of $28.94 per clock hour for a total of 760 clock hours. Please note that a $25 fee applies for any returned or bounced checks.
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AFFORDABLE,FIXED TUITION
$28.94
Clock per hour
Financial aid assistance
Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to explore grant funding opportunities. Use our school code 042752 to ensure your application is properly processed.
Attendance
Attendance on a daily basis is a mandatory requirement for all students. Any class session or activity missed, regardless of cause, reduces the opportunity for learning and may adversely affect a student’s achievement. Students are responsible to instructors for class attendance and for any class work missed during an absence. Student is responsible to catch up on the missing material on his/her own by contacting fellow classmates or instructor.
Careers
What career opportunities are available with a Medical Assistant Diploma Program?
Launch a fulfilling career in healthcare with a Medical Assistant Diploma. This program provides the clinical and administrative skills needed to excel in various medical settings, helping you make a meaningful impact on patient care.
This program will prepare you to become a(n):
- Clinical Medical Assistant
- Administrative Medical Assistant
- Medical Office Manager
- Phlebotomy Technician
- Patient Care Coordinator
- EKG Technician
Top skills learned in this program:
- Clinical Procedures and Patient Care
- Medical Office Administration
- Phlebotomy and Laboratory Techniques
- EKG Administration
- Medical Billing and Coding
- Patient Communication and Support
Did you know?
Graduates of the Medical Assistant Diploma Program are like healthcare multitaskers, equipped to handle everything from patient care to administrative duties, making them the backbone of many medical offices.
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Admission
Apply for free – no application fee, no obligation.
Embarking on your degree is a significant decision, and we aim to streamline your application process by removing any obstacles.
- No SAT/ACT required
- No essay required
- No cost, risk-free trial for eligible students
- We’ll request transcripts at no cost to you, when possible, and we accept eligible credits from over 5,000 accredited institutions.
Learner Experience
An education that fits your busy life
Online learning
Enroll in online classes and attend class whenever it fits your life, day or night.
Around-the-clock support and resources
You have access to our support team for up to 14 hours a day, 5 days a week.
Learning Structure
- 410 Clock Hours- Online Hours
- 190 Clock Hours- Lab Hours
- 160 Clock Hours- Externship
Learning Outcome
Each week will feature an interactive assignment and/or project that illustrates the section they have learned.
Accreditation
Count on the quality of your education
DSDT is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education.
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