Yes. You can take MA70 - Medical Terminology and ENGL C1000 - Academic Reading and Writing (formerly ENGL 1A-English Composition) with completion of a grade of C or better. These are two of the prerequisite classes for the Medical Assisting (MA) Program. Please see the additional "frequently asked question" section below for specific information for prerequisite classes for the MA

Please see this document for detailed information on the current MA Program Cost

You can find more information by reviewing the Student Handbook. The Medical Assistant Student Handbook is a guide for your use while you are enrolled in the medical assisting program. It will inform you of various policies and procedures used by the medical assisting department.

No, as of 5/1/25 the MA Program will be open enrollment. No Application Form is required.

Yes. MA70 – Medical Terminology AND ENGL C1000 (formerly ENGL 1A) or the equivalent course.

Approximately 30 students will enter the program per Fall semester.

In order to be eligible for registration, students must meet the prerequisite requirements.

This is a cohort style program where students advance together and move through the program, in its entirety, together.

No. There is an option for Level III students, pending available clinical sites, to complete their externship hours over the summer. This class is MA-101 and held off campus in a clinical site.

Two semesters, on campus, and a third semester in an externship class with completion of 180 hours, off campus, in a clinical setting.