Medical Assistant
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Diploma
Upcoming Deadline: 10/01
FAFSA, Dream Act, & BC Scholarship applications open
Upcoming Deadline: 10/01
FAFSA, Dream Act, & BC Scholarship applications open
Our program teaches fundamental skills and offers small class sizes for optimal learning. Medical assistants help physicians examine and treat patients. They perform routine tasks that keep an office running efficiently. Medical assistants can handle both clerical and clinical duties. Our program outcomes yield high pass rates, job placements and graduate satisfaction. Skip the waiting list and start your journey as a medical assistant!
care and record vital signs of patients
hands-on training through classroom and clinical experience
gain knowledge and skill in the Administrative, Laboratory and Patient Care
This Program is Available at:
Medical Assistant, Diploma
The A.A.S. program will leave you ready to join the workforce as a medical assistant. A high school diploma or GED is required for the A.A.S. program. Submission of health information and a valid CPR/First Aid certification is required before participation in clinicals. A background study as required by Minnesota law for the Medical Assistant program. Graduates are eligible to earn certification by taking the American Association of Medical Assistant's Certification Exam.
Length
- 2 Years for Full-Time Students
- 60 Credits
Cost
- Typcially $2,925 per semester
Course List
Medical Assistnat, A.A.S.
The A.A.S. program will leave you ready to join the workforce as a medical assistant. A high school diploma or GED is required for the A.A.S. program. Submission of health information and a valid CPR/First Aid certification is required before participation in clinicals. A background study as required by Minnesota law for the Medical Assistant program. Graduates are eligible to earn certification by taking the American Association of Medical Assistant's Certification Exam.
Length
- 2 Years for Full-Time Students
- 60 Credits
Cost
- Typcially $2,925 per semester
Course List
Beyond Graduation
Our medical assistant program holds some of the highest statistics for student success.
With one-on-one learning opportunities, our students are set-up for success.
100%
Exam pass rate
100%
Job placement
100%
Graduate satisfaction
Starting with PSEO in high school was a great option and Minnesota West has
been a perfect fit for me, I love my classes.
Sara M.
2023
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