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Are you ready to open the doors to a rewarding career in healthcare? Centura College’s Medical Assistant diploma program equips you with the skills and knowledge you need to excel in healthcare settings and kickstart a rewarding career in the medical support field. Whether you’re interested in the clinical side of the business for a more direct hands-on approach with patients or the office management side where management, administration, and technological skills are needed, this program prepares you for both. Students learn clinical and administrative tasks essential for excelling in Medical Assistant roles across multiple healthcare settings including physician offices, hospitals, urgent care centers, and laboratories.
Program Overview
In the Medical Assistant diploma program, courses cover a wide range of subjects from mastering clinical procedures, medical laboratory tasks, and injections to effectively assisting physicians during examinations. Students develop a solid foundation in crucial areas like medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, communication, and professionalism. The program concludes with a Capstone course designed to guide and prepare them towards success in industry certification exams. By completing the program requirements, students earn a Medical Assistant diploma, empowering them to pursue certification and secure employment in the healthcare field.
Career Opportunities
This role of a Medical Assistant serves as a crucial link between medical professionals and patients, allowing you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives. If you’re drawn to a profession that blends both administrative and clinical responsibilities in the healthcare field, becoming a Medical Assistant might be the perfect fit for you. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Medical Assistant field is projected to grow 14% from 2022 to 2032. So, if you’re looking for a fulfilling and well-rounded work experience, this could be for you.
Format And Duration
- Diploma
- Program length: 12 months
- Day and Evening Classes
Anatomy and Physiology
Time to take a look at the inner workings of the human body. This course is your gateway to understanding the intricate structure and functions of our bodies.
- Integumentary system
- Muscular system
- Lymphatic system
- Neurological system
Medical Assistant Role
This course is designed to shape aspiring Medical Assistants, helping students understand the essential components of the profession including:
- Professional behavior and communication
- Legal and ethical issues in the medical practice
- Safety and infection control practices
- And more
Personality Assessment
Find out what your personality is like and discover your traits, worries & concerns about taking the next step to study at school towards a new and rewarding career. This quick and easy assessment will provide you with some insight into what to focus on and what you might need to watch out for to best prepare you for your new career and school goals!
Financial Assistance
We help develop a personalized financial plan for every student at Centura College.
Investing in the right education now pays higher dividends when you start your new career. To assist you in making the cost of attending Centura College affordable, we offer assistance as you plan to begin your academic career. All prospective students talk with one of our Financial Aid Advisors to develop a financial plan, discuss qualifications and obtain any necessary applications.
Our Financial Aid Expert will provide you with options to make best education investment in yourself, both realistic and affordable. Let us help you find option that suits you best.
Centura College is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a proprietary institution of higher education for the purpose of student participation in federal grant and loan programs. Centura’s training is also approved to accept various types of military tuition assistance and veteran benefits for active-duty military personnel, veterans, and their dependents.
The school also has tuition payment plans available if you are using income from a part-time job, family, or personal resources to meet tuition obligations. There are also scholarships, scholarship match program and private non-federal loan sources available. A plan tailored to meet your needs while attending school can be arranged. Check with your Financial Aid Advisor for full details on tuition payment schedules.
Some of the many types of financial aid and assistance options available to qualified students are:
- Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Federal Pell Grants
- Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants
- Federal Family Educational Loan Programs
- Federal Subsidized Stafford Loans
- PLUS Loans
- Military Tuition Assistance
- Veteran Benefits
- Rehabilitative Services
- Veteran Survivors Benefits
- Scholarships
- Scholarship Match Program
Frequently Asked Questions
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How To Apply?
It’s easy! To start the application process, request information.
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Do We Offer Financial Aid?
Yes, we offer Grants, Loans and Private Student Loans. Check for more info on our financial-aid page. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
3
Where Can I Explore Program Options?
All the programs are available in our menu above. If you require more information, please complete the form and we will be glad to contact you with information.
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Why Choose Us?
We do things differently at our college and that’s why we get different results. As professionals, we believe success is a habit and not a destination. Students who learn the same successful habits that have been applied by many people who have come before them, often find themselves repeating and exceeding these same levels of success.
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Our Campuses
Chesapeake
1150 Greenbrier Parkway
Chesapeake
Newport News
616 Denbigh Blvd
Newport News
Norfolk
7020 N Military Hwy
Norfolk
*Not all programs are offered at all locations.