Rewarding careers begin in the Medical Assistant Department where we have been keeping the pulse on healthcare for 40 years!

Healthcare is the second largest employer in Santa Cruz County!

The medical field continues to grow and students from our department are in high demand.  To meet that need, we are pleased to offer SIX different programs toward a successful career in the medical field.

Based on the program selected, students have the opportunity to obtain an Associate of Science Degree (2 yrs.), a Certificate of Proficiency and/or a Skills Certificate
(1 semester to 1 yr). You may complete more than one of our six programs and you may begin any of them whenever you are ready. There are no waiting lists! 

For complete information/requirements, click on the individual programs below, go to the Cabrillo College Catalog and go to the Schedule of Classes.

• Medical Assistant *
  Accredited by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• Medical Administrative Assistant*
• Medical Insurance Specialist
• Medical Receptionist
• EKG Technician
• Phlebotomy Technician*
  
  
*Externship required.

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

Medical Assistant Club

Medical Assistant Faculty and Staff

Program Goals and Objectives